The Bar is Loaded

Hosting for the final episode Thomas tackles the topic of mental toughness, where it comes from, what it means and if it's something you're born with or can attain through feats of overcoming adversity. Guys thank you very much for the support with this season of The Bar is Loaded it's been great! We've got to give a massive thanks to FatDadLifts aka Scott Hedges for the unreal video production this season. We can't wait to come back firing on all cylinders with guests in season 4 which we're currently organising.   If you want extra content head over to Spotify and listen to our podcast, otherwise we'll see you next season!   FatDadLifts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPu4-yh3BK-_rxE6eo5X3pQ

In this episode Danny has a massive meltdown, and the lads open up about their day to day nutrition and different methods they use to keep things balanced.   Go check out FatDadLifts for all your video production needs: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPu4-yh3BK-_rxE6eo5X3pQ

One debate in the world of powerlifting, equipped vs raw; which is superior, what're the main differences, and what would the lads do? Find out the answer to those questions and more in this weeks episode as Danny & Thomas take a deep-dive into the world of equipped powerlifting.   Video production: FatDadLifts https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPu4-yh3BK-_rxE6eo5X3pQ

Taylor and Regan, head to head in a very different episode as the lads question each other; everything from professional life to personal, quickfire rounds and some deeper more philosophical stuff! As always, kudos goes to FatDadLifts for the excellent video production! Go check him out: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPu4-yh3BK-_rxE6eo5X3pQ

The business episode.  This week Danny & Thomas discuss whether the fitness industry is saturated, and how to stand out if you're just getting started. The lads talk about how they started, the hardships, mistakes and reveal the strategies they use in running their own businesses.   As usual, big kudos to the main man FatDad for the excellent video production go check him out  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPu4-yh3BK-_rxE6eo5X3pQ

In this weeks episode the lads talk all things programming; more specifically powerlifting programming. From 531, to the Juggernaut Method, Danny & Thomas detail the different programmes lifters use, talk about their experiences and what methods they use with their powerlifters today. Video production credit: FatDadLifts! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPu4-yh3BK-_rxE6eo5X3pQ

In this weeks episode Danny & Thomas attack industry myths, "bs" pyramid schemes like Herbalife and Juice Plus, the lads break stigmas such as women lifting weights and how muscle CANNOT, we repeat, CANNOT be turned into muscle, plus more! As always, big shout out to FatDadLifts for the high-end video production, go check his channel out right here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPu4-yh3BK-_rxE6eo5X3pQ

In this week's episode Danny & Thomas get personal and talk about their experiences with muscle dysmorphia, how not getting picked for the school football team left a mark on their body image and address the stigma surrounding body image, being comfortable in your own skin versus being healthy. For anyone who might find this topic triggering we'd recommend viewing with caution, however our experiences are our own as are our opinions.

In episode 2 Danny & Thomas talk about what advice they'd give to their younger, non-injured selves.   The lads go into detail about their own injuries, what they'd do differently knowing what they know now, how to work around being injured, and of course how to avoid it completely!    Shout out to FatDadLifts with the amazing video production this season, we've really stepped it up - go check him out https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPu4-yh3BK-_rxE6eo5X3pQ

And we're BACK! Danny & Thomas return for season 3 of The Bar is Loaded; our audio and video experience where the lads discuss industry related topics, make poor jokes and of course talk all things COVID.  (Apologies for the poor audio, Danny cocked up the settings, promise we fixed it in subsequent episodes)   In this weeks episode Danny & Thomas talk about expanding your skillset beyond your discipline, stepping out of your comfort zone to try new things, how to overcome barriers during the pandemic and of course corona.