Strength Chat

#347 Stu Locke

This week it was an absolute pleasure to chat with Stu Locke, an elite powerlifting coach and owner of Kodiak Barbell. Listening to Stu’s story, it’s not just about strength, but about resilience. From serious injuries to a near-death experience, what he’s been through and how he’s responded, will change how you think about setbacks. If you’ve ever been injured, stuck, or frustrated with progress this one will hit.  In this episode we break down: ⚠️ The injuries and life-threatening challenges Stuart has overcome 🧠 How to build the mindset to keep moving forward ⏳ Why patience and realistic timeframes are everything in recovery  👉 Join the newsletterFollow Stu: 👉 @stu_kodiakbarbell Follow me:  👉 @coach_cuthbert 👉 @strength_chat 

#346 Sophia Nimphius

Just because something has always been done a certain way, doesn’t mean it’s the best way. This week I chatted with Sophia Nimphius, a Professor of Human Performance with 20+ years in elite sport. Sophia challenges outdated thinking and wants to push strength & conditioning forward, not by guessing, but by asking better questions. If you coach, train, or care about performance this episode will make you rethink a lot.  In this episode we break down: 🏋️ What strength and robustness actually mean 🧠 What robustness looks like in a real training environment 📊 Why we need to rethink how we test and measure performance If you’ve ever followed a method just because “that’s how it’s done”, this will challenge your thinking. 👉 Join the newsletterFollow Sophia:👉 @docsoph 👉 https://www.docsoph.com/  Follow me:  👉 @coach_cuthbert 👉 @strength_chat 

#345 Susan Niebergall

Getting older doesn’t mean slowing down. It means training smarter. This week I was joined by Susan Niebergall, personal trainer and strength coach who lives what she teaches. She’s proof that strength training isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s about quality of life, confidence, and longevity. And more importantly, the results you think are “for other people”, aren’t.  In this episode we break down: 💪 Why strength training becomes more important as you age 🚫 What actually holds people back from getting started 🔥 Susan’s journey, challenges, setbacks, and wins If you’ve ever thought “it’s too late” or “that’s not for me”, this will change your perspective.👉 Join the newsletterFollow Susan: 👉 @susanniebergallfitness 👉 https://susanniebergallfitness.com/  Follow me:  👉 @coach_cuthbert 👉 @strength_chat 

#344 Ross Harrison

What does it actually take to last 10+ years in professional rugby? This week I sat down with Ross Harrison, former Sale Sharks prop with 300+ professional appearances. After a decade playing at the top level, Ross is now transitioning into coaching while balancing family life which gave us a great chance to reflect on what really drives success both on and off the pitch. If you’re an athlete, coach, or just someone trying to train better for the long run, there’s plenty to take from this one.  In this episode we cover: 🏉 The similarities and differences in training during and after professional rugby 🥗 Why nutrition plays such a huge role in performance and recovery 🧠 Key lessons Ross learned from 10 years at the top level 👉 Join the newsletterFollow Ross: 👉 @rossharrisonfr Follow me:  👉 @coach_cuthbert 👉 @strength_chat 

#343 Joel Harries

If you’re a rugby player trying to get stronger, faster, and more dominant on the pitch, this episode is for you! This week I sat down with Joel Harries, a strength & conditioning coach whose knowledge comes from real success and real mistakes during his rugby career. Now he’s helping players avoid the common mistakes that once held him back.  In this episode we break down: 🏉 The most common mistakes rugby players make (and how to avoid them)  📈 How to add direction and structure to your training  🥗 Why nutrition isn’t optional if you want to perform If you’ve been training hard but not seeing it transfer to the pitch, this conversation will shift your thinking. Join the weekly email list 👉 https://mailchi.mp/c596e11d086b/vqfx9t7rgl  Follow Joel: 👉 @joelharries.strengthsolution 👉 https://coaching.strengthsolution.co.uk/work-with-us  Follow me:  👉 @coach_cuthbert 👉 @strength_chat