In another banger of an episode, we talk with Leeds-based fat-loss PT Charles Townend who came from being sexually abused, to a dead-end-job, to having a stroke and having to learn to speak, walk and think again before becoming a Personal Trainer and winning Mr. Universe.
What a story.
Thanks for being on, Charles.
Talking Points
Having a massive stroke in his 30s while in the gym.
Inclusive PT
Sexual abuse.
Suicide.
Entering the fitness industry after losing a job he'd had for 20 years.
His mum signed him up for his first gym.
Improvements in stroke rehab since 2010.
Learning to count again.
"I love your podge" and the wound that caused.
"You'll never have a six-pack" = CHALLENGE ACCEPTED
The moments of transformative change.
Bodybuilding.
Winning Mr. Universe.
"Having a stroke and losing my job was the best thing to happen to me"
Trauma doesn't stop the coach from feeling empathy and sympathy.
Making a clients' life suck slightly less.
The transformational experience of lifting and belief you can do it.
Reminding people that progress is possible.
The importance of public speaking.
Shout-Outs
Useful Links
INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC BY THE INFERNAL SEA
Charles Website: https://www.teamt.uk/
