Disclaimer: This episode contains references to drug use. Neither the guest or I recommend the use of illegal drugs, the content found in this episode is not medical advice and should only be viewed as a discussion.Today’s guest is Kade Kendall; entrepreneur, coach, and the owner of the highly successful Transformation Unit 247 gym in Barrow-in-Furness.This was a powerful and honest conversation with a high-performing businessman who has also competed at a top level in bodybuilding.We explored Kade’s journey from his early school years, dealing with bullying and body image issues, as well as his struggles with dyslexia. Despite those challenges, he found a way out through sport; whether it was golf, football, or cricket.In one of the most raw parts of the interview, Kade opens up; publicly for the first time; about the lowest point in his life, in the hope that it might support others facing similar challenges.We dive into themes around bodybuilding, mental health, emotions, and what it really takes to perform at a high level.The full chapter list is available below and very precise, so feel free to jump to any section that catches your interest.Btw if you’re struggling to stick to healthy habits you can claim one of onehundred free Indiip VIP months by heading to indiip.com/podcastOh and my first ever sponsor Bear Bar, make the highest quality shower soaps. If you’d like to try them you can get 15% off by heading to https://bit.ly/barejase and entering JASE at checkout.Please enjoy my conversation with Kade Kendall.Fully Timestamped Chapter List00:00:00 Intro Trailer for Kade Kendall00:01:15 Kade’s Journey00:05:57 Early Years: Body Image, Genetics & Bullying00:12:09 Sporting Talent, Cricket & Golf with Grandad00:18:45 Family Support, Dad’s Tough Upbringing & Discipline00:25:05 Leaving School for Golf, Private Tuition & Rapid Rise00:31:10 La Manga, Reality Check & Self-Doubt00:36:33 Cars, Nightlife & Drifting from Golf (Fast & Furious Era)00:40:55 Time, Patience & Growth: What I Needed to Hear00:47:47 Grandad, Quitting Golf & Family Reactions00:52:50 Sponsor: Indiip Habits Tool00:54:09 First Gym Visit, Obsession & Early Gains01:03:24 Meeting Joe Walker & Deciding to Compete01:21:55 Bodybuilding Classes, Overalls & Peaking Strategy01:36:20 Steroids & TRT: Use, Risks, and Thoughts02:05:11 Mentoring & Coaching Reputation02:11:01 Behind the Scenes: Anxiety, Panic & Breaking Point02:28:31 CK Levels, The Body Under Stress & Hospital Checks02:35:04 Injury, Release Work & Recovery02:45:11 Processing Emotions & Gratitude02:54:08 Closing Reflections02:56:25 Outro & Indiip Reminder***LINKS***Kade’s Instagram:https://bit.ly/45zLXIfHabit tracking - Claim one of onehundred free Indiip VIP months:https://bit.ly/indiippodcast15% Off Bare Bar (CODE: JASE):https://bit.ly/barejaseMY STUFF:Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links):https://bit.ly/3tk8FVvFollow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason):https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj

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