The All-Strong Podcast

Today we're talking progressive overload; not the theory; not the method; but the reasons why you should be doing it. Overcoming plateaus, pushing for more and the very reason why you're training in the first place. If you're not sure about adding weight to the bar in training, or you're afraid of going up in weight, then this is crucial for you. Don't forget to suggest questions and topics for fu...

Training is hard. Learning about training is hard. Learning in general is hard. How can we stay educated when everyone around us seems to be saying something different? Here's some information on how to properly take on and learn from information. Thanks for the question submission! Don't forget to suggest questions and topics for future shows! Want to support the show? https://www.buymeac...

Controversial opinions aplenty in this episode. I'm using your suggestions to talk about common pet peeves in the gym! If you want to send your own voice notes with questions or ideas, you can put them forward any time! What's your biggest pet peeve when you're training? Don't forget to suggest questions and topics for future shows! Want to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffe...

I'm getting more and more personal as this series goes on, aren't I? This episode is all about over-complicating training, why some coaches do it and how you can look out for and question it if you're worried about some of the methods you've seen or been made to use. Complex doesn't mean effective, and adaptations to the norm don't guarantee results. Don't be fooled int...

This episode is a rant. It's also not been recorded correctly, so forgive the strange audio quality compared to normal. I really don't like when "the industry" puts this kind of nonsense across, so here's why you shouldn't do the 75 Hard personal workout challenge thing. Don't forget to suggest questions and topics for future shows! Want to support the show? https://w...

Do you feel ashamed of things you've eaten? Are you disappointed with some of your food experiences? I bet you can I can put one up on any of them. Don't forget to suggest questions and topics for future shows! Want to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Allstrongpod Check out my other links linktr.ee/allstrongpod

This week's episode focuses on how a proper, progressive training plan can impact your mental wellbeing in more ways than you maybe thought possible. If you're looking to make your time in the gym even more beneficial than before, then listen along and see what you can do to make sure you're doing the most to maximise your training's effects. We talk about stress, recovery and trai...

Welcome back! Series 3 is here and we're looking to get the year started on a note of encouragement. Over the last 12 months, I've taken on running as one of my primary means of training. It's been really rewarding, and I want to share with you some of the things I've learned, experienced and observed since getting started. How do you find running? Is it something you use a lot in...

As promised, here he is, Mr Chad Kultgen. Chad is a podcaster and writer in LA, California. He's famous for his work on Dudesy, the world's first AI podcast, Game of Roses, and several bestselling novels, some of which have been adapted for the big screen. Today he's here to chat about weight training during the pandemic, what it's like to feel strong, changing to a vegan diet and...

This episode is a little different. I speak to 5 clients about their experiences surrounding getting stronger through regular training under my supervision, and we explore some of the ways in which strength training impacts lifestyle and other factors outside the gym. Are you unsure about lifting weights and training to get stronger? This episode might be perfect for you! This week's episode i...

This week, we're looking at the "hot" topic of cold therapy or cold water immersion, and whether or not it's useful for you to use in recovery when training regularly. There's a ton of research available on the topic, but what does any of it tell us? I used AI to help me find the answers, and I'm presenting them to you now to do with what you see fit. Cold water therapy or immersion is something s...

We're on a hot one this week. This episode is for those of us who don't tidy up the gym when we're done with our equipment. We're talking basic gym etiquette, safety, good behaviour and accessibility. Know someone who doesn't tidy up? Send this to them to see if we can change their minds. Everyone deserves to use the gym, and there's no good reason to ruin their experience....

Today it's just me, and I'm talking about how you can learn to appreciate your efforts and take better stock of whatever you're up to. It's hard to stop and be kind to yourself, especially when it feels selfish, but we're going to learn a few ways that you can do that and the reasons why it's important to do so. Don't forget to suggest questions and topics for future shows! Want to support the sho...

If you've ever heard me express an opinion on something relating to training, there's a strong chance that that opinion was inspired by one of three people: Brian Shaw, Mark Rippetoe or Andy Tsang. When I signed up to do my Level 4 in S&C, I never expected it to have quite as positive an impact on me - Andy's massive base of knowledge and ability to use passion to make you think about facts and me...

The world has changed a lot in recent years, but we've had no help to deal with it. This year especially, we're seeing record lows in motivation levels across the board. I think I have some ideas on where it's come from and how we can deal with it moving forwards. If you want to hear the episode I talk about from Kurtis Mitchell's Just Talking podcast, here's the link: https://...

In this episode, I'm at the Arches Hall in Randalstown, Northern Ireland, where I'm doing a presentation on how strength is for everyone, regardless of age, gender or otherwise. If you're just getting into training or generally interested in how widely training can help people, stick around! If you're a member of a group who'd like me to come and present on training or strength, please don't hesit...

Mindset is a word you hear thrown around a lot in fitness, and it can be a bit of a cliché in a lot of cases, but I got Jo McAlister of Reset My Stress to come on the show and talk about how mindset can be related to the unconscious mind, and through certain ways of thinking, you can alter it and make it work for you.  Connect with Jo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-mcalister/ Wan...

In this episode, I chat to Harvey McClurkin about how the unexpected can sometimes block the path to our goals. As we'll find out, the things which stand in our way can sometimes be quite serious, too! Never fear, though: Harvey is here to talk to us about how to keep working beyond the bad news. Harvey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harveymcclurkin_/ Want to support the show? https://www....

Today, I've got colleague and friend Jordan Pattison on the show to talk about the common misconceptions which many people have when it comes to training. We're covering all kinds of ground today, from what kind of advice to avoid to how you can overcome the nonsense and start making progress using your own savvy and confidence.  Jordan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_paulfit/ j...

Welcome back! This episode features an old friend from school and work: Sarah Davdison. In 2021, Sarah took part in her first amateur bodybuilding competition, and she's here today to chat about what you can expect from your first prep and show if you're considering going into the sport for yourself.  Sarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_sarah_davidson/ Want to support the show? http...

Welcome to series 2! In this first episode of a new run, I'm here to give you a fairly disagreeable resolution to take with you into 2023. It's all about where you go for information, how valuable things are to you and how you can get real help when you need it. Trust me, I think I can change your mind.  Get in touch via ethan@all-strong.com or head to all-strong.com Want to support the show?...

This is definitely the most important one yet. Discipline, motivation, accountability, training consistency, coaching, responsibility, goal setting and more; everything you could need to know about hitting your targets and carrying on beyond them is in this episode. Thanks so much to my guest, Josh bates, for contributing such fantastic insight and value.  ethan@all-strong.com Want to support...

Recovery! A huge topic, and one that's essential for EVERYONE to learn about. What is it? What does it look like? What does it involve? I'm breaking it all down for you today while we line up guests for the next few episodes, so hopefully it's a good one to fill the gap with! Want to support the show? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Allstrongpod Check out my other links linktr.ee/allstrongpod

This week it's another question from me while I think about getting together with some guests for questions that have been asked over the past while. We're talking strength training as always, but more specifically the benefits of strength training and why they're totally necessary for everyone, not just athletes. We're also touching on the basics of what you need to get stronger in the first plac...

Fun fact: this episode is the first one I've managed in one(ish) take! Anyway, we're talking about reaching training plateaus, and how you can overcome them with the use of stimuli and programming. Stuck in a rut and not making any progress? Listen along to find out what you can do. It's normal to hit plateaus in the gym, but dealing with them properly will make or break whether you come out the o...