Delighted to be putting 2023 behind you? Hoping for a stronger 2024? Then this episode is for you! 💪 In it, Chris unravels the 3 pitfalls that are most likely to derail your health & fitness journey in 2024. He works through each pitfall before moving on to provide you with actionable solutions that will transform setbacks into opportunities. The episode will provide you with the insight and tools that you need in order to become your strongest self and have a strong 2024! Stay tuned to the...
Dec 11, 2023•47 min
In this, the final episode of the first series, we have a compelling & inspiring interview with Reece Byrne ( @byrner_fitcoaching ). In addition to conversations about the fitness industry, psychology and antidepressants, Reece takes some time to chat with Chris to talk about his own battle and journey of living with epilepsy. Join us as Reece opens up about some incredibly challenging experiences that will give you a real snapshot into what life can be like for those with this disability. I...
Oct 03, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this, the penultimate episode of the series, I get to spend some time chatting with Graham Williams, the face behind TALK - a portraiture project focused on Men's Mental Health. Graham takes time to lift the lid on his project, explaining what it's all about and what inspired him to start it in the first place. He also highlights & discusses his own challenges with his mental health and explains the positive steps he has taken in order to improve it. Finally, Chris & Graham help to br...
Sep 19, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, Chris chats with the O.G Strong Man of TSM - Ross Kinninmont. Ross was the very first member of the group and has been a mainstay ever since. As well as chatting about his experiences of the group, Ross also spends time reflecting on life as a business owner & the challenges that come with it, his love for acting & movies and his own mental health journey & development over the years. If you're someone who has been interested in coming along to a TSM event in the pas...
Aug 22, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 8
I'm back, and I'm back as a married man - say whaaaaaat? Not only that, I'm also back with a brand new mindset - a mindset of positivity. In this episode, I discuss the journey that I'm on as I move from being a glass half-empty kinda guy, to a glass half-full kinda guy. I also highlight the importance of balance to ensure that we don't end up in the grounds of toxic positivity and detail how we might go about establishing this balance. I also provide brief updates on the plans for the podcast &...
Aug 14, 2023•41 min
Did you know that, per capita, Scottish football tops European attendance tables - and by quite a distance too with second place the Netherlands being 65% behind! For so many men, the impact of football is huge - both culturally and socially. In this episode I am joined by Pher Nicolson of SAMH (Scottish Association for Mental Health) who is currently managing a new initiative that uses the power of football to help men with their mental health. As well as discussing Pher's role and how it has h...
Jul 05, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 7
During Mental Health Awareness Week in May, in a mad turn of events ya boi Chris was invited onto Radio 1's Life Hacks Show with Vick & Katie. Say what?! In this conversation, Chris was asked to discuss pressure, stress, and how to deal with it. In addition to this, he was also put on the spot as he answered a number of questions from listeners which included tackling depression, finding balance & clearing the mind. If you missed this entire show, fear not! In this bonus episode, you can...
Jun 06, 2023•44 min
This week you have the privilege of hearing from, not just one, but two Chris's! Lucky you. For this episode of The Strong Men Podcast we are joined by Chris Downie who is an ultra runner, coach, teacher and all-round inspiration as he takes on a HUGE challenge this summer, all in the name of mental health. As well as discussing what this challenge entails and his motivations for it, Chris takes time to share his story as well as his mental health & running journey. We also discuss other top...
May 23, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 6
The crossover that you didn't know you needed - Scottish Gaelic and Metal. In this episode, I get to chat to the pioneer of Scots Gaelic metalcore, Colin Stone as we discuss his inspirational story. We spend some time chatting about music, the impact it's had on both of our lives, and how metal serves as an outlet for mental health challenges. In addition, Colin also details the many challenges he has faced over the years, particularly as a gay man growing up in a traditional Christian household...
May 09, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 5
When did you last check your balls? It's Testicular Cancer Awareness Month and with that in mind, there is no better guest to have on than David Caulfield. David takes some time to share his own story and also reflect on his battle with testicular cancer and the impact it's had on his life in a positive way. Chris and David spent time chatting through other related topics such as body image, better listening, being courageous and the bag of shame that many of us carry around with us. In addition...
Apr 18, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 4
In this, the first bonus episode of The Strong Men Podcast, Chris does what Chris does best - be grumpy all while providing some insight into the fitness industry, why it's a bit of a joke, and some unpopular (but very correct) opinions on "transformations" and Summer Shreds! ------------------------------------------------------ Follow me on Instagram: @thewellbeingpt Get in touch: tsm@thewellbeingpt.com ------------------------------------------------------ If you'd like to support the...
Apr 06, 2023•34 min
Jean Itier, a Chronic Pain Therapist, joins Chris to share a little about his own story and struggle with chronic pain - namely low back & sciatic pain - and how he was able to overcome it through pain reprocessing. In this episode, Chris takes a very keen interest in the connection between the mind & body and how they influence each other while Jean brings a tremendous amount of insight and knowledge to help you understand the "gift" of pain. The conversation also touches on topics such...
Mar 28, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In this episode, Chris connects with Calum Stronach, a Nutritionist & Disordered Eating Specialist to discuss his own story of battling and overcoming an eating disorder. Calum talks through his challenges with his own mental health, the potential origins of many of these challenges, attempting to solve his own problems, and his recovery and journey to coaching others with their nutrition, disordered eating, and mental health. Even if you don't personally struggle with your relationship with...
Mar 15, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 2
So many of us men have got it wrong and our current belief of what it means to be a strong man is warped. This misunderstanding almost led to my suicide and it continues to contribute towards the high suicide rate seen in men. That's why The Strong Men podcast is on a mission. A mission to redefine the strong man. To help men grasp true strength and work towards it… not just to keep them on this planet a little longer, but to help them thrive. Join me, Chris Stone, for the first-ever episode of ...
Feb 28, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 2
