British Strength Podcast

The only show hosted by the only three British citizens ever ordained as Starting Strength Coaches.

Discussing strength training and lifting culture in the UK and around the world.

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#23
August 24 · 1 hr 19 min
Episode 23 - Weight Loss
In this episode, the boys explore effective weight loss strategies, and the role of drugs, habits, and training adjustments, emphasising simplicity and sustainability. Carl Raghavan - https://www.beautifulstrengthgym.com/ Byron Johnston - https://www.strengthrevolution.org/ Jack Bissett - https://www.castironstrength.co.uk/
#22
August 10 · 1 hr 2 min
Episode 22 - Functional Fitness
summary In this episode, the panel dives into the myths and realities of functional fitness, exploring its purpose, effectiveness, and how it compares to traditional strength training. They debunk common misconceptions and offer practical insights for those seeking effective training methods. Carl Raghavan - https://www.beautifulstrengthgym.com/ Byron Johnston - https://www.strengthrevolution.org/ Jack Bissett - https://www.castironstrength.co.uk/
#21
July 27 · 54 min
Episode 21 - Training on the road
In this episode, we explore how to maintain your training routine while traveling or on holiday. We share practical tips on gym selection, programming adjustments, and nutrition strategies to manage your training while on the road. Carl Raghavan - https://www.beautifulstrengthgym.com/ Byron Johnston - https://www.strengthrevolution.org/ Jack Bissett - https://www.castironstrength.co.uk/
#16
July 13 · 1 hr 1 min
Episode 20 - Gym Culture; The good, the bad, and the ugly
In this episode, Jack, Byron, and Carl share some of their best gym anecdotes, discuss signs of good and bad gyms, and explore how good gym etiquette and culture can help to improve your training. Carl Raghavan - https://www.beautifulstrengthgym.com/ Byron Johnston - https://www.strengthrevolution.org/ Jack Bissett - https://www.castironstrength.co.uk/
#19
June 29 · 1 hr 5 min
Episode 19 - An outline of intermediate programming
Once you're no longer a beginner, and you've finished the "Starting" part of Starting Strength, what happens next? The boys explore the vast landscape of post-novice training and take a look at how training starts to change based on your goals. Carl Raghavan - https://www.beautifulstrengthgym.com/ Byron Johnston - https://www.strengthrevolution.org/ Jack Bissett - https://www.castironstrength.co.uk/
#18
June 15 · 1 hr 17 min
Episode 18 - Q&A Part 4
The fourth and final part of our marathon Q&A session! Carl Raghavan - https://www.beautifulstrengthgym.com/ Byron Johnston - https://www.strengthrevolution.org/ Jack Bissett - https://www.castironstrength.co.uk/
#17
June 1 · 1 hr 7 min
Episode 17 - Q&A Part 3
The boys answer questions about coaching, training, and beans on toast. Find them here: Carl Raghavan - https://www.beautifulstrengthgym.com/ Byron Johnston - https://www.strengthrevolution.org/ Jack Bissett - https://www.castironstrength.co.uk/
May 18 · 50 min
Episode 16 - Q&A Part 2
The boys continue to answer your most pressing questions. Carl Raghavan - https://www.beautifulstrengthgym.com/ Byron Johnston - https://www.strengthrevolution.org/ Jack Bissett - https://www.castironstrength.co.uk/
#15
May 4 · 1 hr 9 min
Episode 15 - Q&A Part 1
The boys answer your most pressing questions and their answers are guaranteed to be 100% correct and will change you life forever. Carl Raghavan - https://www.beautifulstrengthgym.com/ Byron Johnston - https://www.strengthrevolution.org/ Jack Bissett - https://www.castironstrength.co.uk/
#14
April 20 · 52 min
Episode 14 - Coaches vs Personal Trainers
The boys discuss the important distinction between a personal trainer and a coach and what skills are necessary to be successful in these very different roles. If you want to hear more from us or are interested in coaching visit our websites below Carl Raghavan - https://www.beautifulstrengthgym.com/ Byron Johnston - https://www.strengthrevolution.org/ Jack Bissett - https://www.castironstrength.co.uk/
#10
April 6 · 43 min
Episode 13 - Training Women
Byron, Jack, and Carl discuss the real benefits of training for women, real and perceived barriers that they think keep women out of the weight room, and their own experiences with training women as compared to men.
#12
March 23 · 55 min
Episode 12 - Being a good client
In this episode the boys discuss how to be a good client and how to get the most out of your relationship with your coach.
#6
March 9 · 50 min
Episode 11 - A quick guide to dealing with injuries
In the latest instalment of the British Strength Podcast the boys outline their basic approach to dealing with injuries.
#10
February 23 · 36 min
Episode 10 - Goal Hopping
In this episode the boys tackle the persistent problem of goal hopping, what it is, and why a new programme is not the solution to all of your problems.
February 9 · 1 hr
Episode 9 - Eating for strength
The boys dig in to all things nutrition in this episode. Uncovering common pitfalls and giving you a foolproof framework for success.
#6
January 26 · 1 hr 23 min
Episode 8 - Olympic weightlifting with Josh Wells, SSC
Josh Wells is an OG Starting Strength coach and the head coach of Starting Strength Katy and was a national level Olympic weightlifter in his youth. The three musketeers sit down to pick his brains for an hour and a half.
January 12 · 50 min
Episode 7 - Why we do the lifts the way we do Pt.2
The second part of our discussion where we cover the bench press, power clean, and chin up.
January 1 · 43 min
New Year Special 2026
It's a new year! The boys discuss how to start 2026 the right way and how to avoid the common pitfalls associated with the "new year, new me" mindset.
Dec 22, 2025 · 26 min
Christmas Special 2025
The three wise men talk about training over Christmas for a bit, and then start rambling about meat and alcohol. Enjoy!
#1
Dec 8, 2025 · 56 min
Episode 6 - Why we do the lifts the way we do Pt.1
In this two part instalment the boys go in depth on the the signature style of the lifts in Starting Strength and the reasons behind why we lift in that way.

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