Strength Training & Life Balance: Avoid Burnout & Train Smarter
Is the gym running your life, or enhancing it? Tune in as we tackle one of the most important questions for fitness enthusiasts everywhere. In this episode of the Strength Block podcast, we explore the emotional, physical, and mental impacts of fitness. From the addictive nature of those early "newbie gains" to the challenges of sustaining motivation and avoiding gym burnout, we're here to help you build a better relationship with your training.Here’s what we’re covering in this jam-packed episode:✅ The emotional impact of fitness and when it becomes too much✅ Sustainable strength training tips for long-term progress✅ Balancing fitness with life’s demands (yes, rest days are your friend!)✅ The dangers of overtraining and how to avoid the hamster wheel✅ Personal stories from experienced lifters on burnout and rebuilding balanceIf you’re passionate about strength training but want to find harmony between gym goals and a happy, sustainable lifestyle, this episode is for you. Subscribe now, and don’t forget to share your thoughts in the comments! Let's redefine fitness together.Use code SBPOD20 for a 14 day dress trial and 20% off your first month of the Strength Block App★ Strength Block App Looking for some of the best training programs available (I might be a little biased)? The Strength Block App has everything you need to train, track and progress. App. Grab your free 14 day trial today!★ Strength Block AppLive in Auckland, New Zealand and want a awesome spot to train? Why not join our gym?★ Strength Block GymSOCIALS★ Strength Block Gym Instagram★ Damien's Instagram★ Sophie's Instagram
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Starting Strength Training? Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes
Discover the five crucial fitness mistakes Damien and Sophie made starting their journeys, covering carbs, supplements, training myths, and more.Join Damien and Sophie on Episode 11 of the Strength Block podcast as they share the top five mistakes they made when beginning their health and fitness journeys. From tackling common carb myths and nutrition pitfalls to breaking down the inefficiencies of bodybuilding splits, this episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to learn from their experience. Looking for some of the best training programs available (I might be a little biased)? The Strength Block App has everything you need to train, track and progress. App. Grab your free 14 day trial today!★ Strength Block AppLive in Auckland, New Zealand and want a awesome spot to train? Why not join our gym?★ Strength Block GymSOCIALS★ Strength Block Gym Instagram★ Damien's Instagram★ Sophie's Instagram
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The Wins and the Losses: Reflecting on Business in 2024
In this months episode, we take some time to reflect on the rollercoaster ride that was 2024. It was a hard year for everyone, but particularly difficult for small business in New Zealand. We cover some of the massive mistakes we made as business owners, what we learnt from them and what we're doing in 2025 to fix them! Looking for some of the best training programs available (I might be a little biased)? The Strength Block App has everything you need to train, track and progress. App. Grab your free 14 day trial today!★ Strength Block AppLive in Auckland, New Zealand and want a awesome spot to train? Why not join our gym?★ Strength Block GymSOCIALS★ Strength Block Gym Instagram★ Damien's Instagram★ Sophie's Instagram
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How ADHD Medication Changed my Life and Training | Pros & Cons of Adult ADHD Diagnosis & Ritalin
This is my personal journey navigating Adult ADHD with medication. Over the past couple of years, I've discovered an interesting connection between my ADHD, workout routine, and the impact medication has had on both my personal and professional life. I cover a lot of ground in this video. I tried to not ramble to much, but as you can tell by the length of the video I can not minimize the impact medication has had. It definitely isn't all sunshine and roses, there are heaps of pros and cons to ADHD medication, and i try to be as honest as possible in addressing my personal experience.This audio was originally from a Youtube Video - If you'd prefer to see my pretty face rather than just listen to my voice, it can be found here:Youtube Link Looking for some of the best training programs available (I might be a little biased)? The Strength Block App has everything you need to train, track and progress. App. Grab your free 14 day trial today!★ Strength Block AppLive in Auckland, New Zealand and want a awesome spot to train? Why not join our gym?★ Strength Block GymSOCIALS★ Strength Block Gym Instagram★ Damien's Instagram★ Sophie's Instagram
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Private Vs. Commercial Gyms - Pros and Cons
In this weeks episode, we have a discussion on the different types of gyms, including big commercial gyms, specialty gyms such as powerlifting, olympic weightlifting and strongman gyms, and private gyms. So listen to find out about the pros and cons of private vs commercial gyms.Follow Strength Block📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strengthblock.nz/🖥 Website: https://www.strengthblock.co.nzFollow Sophie📷 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sophie_beddoes/🖥 Website: https://www.sophiebeddoespt.com🤳 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sophie_beddoesFollow Damien📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/damienlifts.co.nz/🖥 Website: https://www.daminlifts.co.nz🤳 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@damolifts🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO-Ogy0vthMr7aLwSKozb8Q Looking for some of the best training programs available (I might be a little biased)? The Strength Block App has everything you need to train, track and progress. App. Grab your free 14 day trial today!★ Strength Block AppLive in Auckland, New Zealand and want a awesome spot to train? Why not join our gym?★ Strength Block GymSOCIALS★ Strength Block Gym Instagram★ Damien's Instagram★ Sophie's Instagram
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