The Strength Syndicate Podcast

Chapters00:00 Introduction and episode overview00:23 Discussing sleep issues during extended fat loss phases01:05 The effects of dieting on sleep and body response02:10 Challenges of staying asleep and falling asleep during prep03:17 Bodybuilding training and the flat to full look04:48 Body image and body composition during dieting06:27 Differences in stage weight and off-season body fat08:23 Olympia 2023: Results and notable competitors12:06 Nick Walker's journey and overcoming setbacks15:25 The future of Olympia and competitive bodybuilding20:03 The role of coaching and genetics in bodybuilding successShane links:1-1 Coaching: www.storeystrength.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/shanestorey_coachingYoutube: www.youtube.com/@sstorey94Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vuEGUqjwxZxiEkGMuUAItLawrence KingInstagram: www.instagram.com/_lawrencekingDownload 12 FREE Strength & Hypertrophy Programmes: ⁠⁠⁠https://mailchi.mp/storeystrength/eu1a1m8m0h⁠

In this episode of The Strength Syndicate, Morgan Kilo shares his journey through bodybuilding, the importance of structured training, strategic prep, and mental resilience. Morgan had the season he always trained for this year, his 3rd season resulting in multiple overall wins & the illustrious WNBF pro card. Listen to here how his approach has evolved over the years & what the journey to pro actually looks like.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Morgan’s recent prep progress00:09 Introduction to Morgan Kilo's Bodybuilding Journey01:54 Differences between previous and current prep strategies02:56 Early Competition Experiences and Peak Week Challenges04:07 The role of coaching and structured timelines07:12 Training in shed vs. gym environment07:26 Adapting Peak Week Strategies for Different Shows09:48 Transitioning from powerlifting to bodybuilding training12:01 Travel, Peaking, and Managing Body Composition13:02 Managing fatigue and training volume16:10 Starting points and progress over seasons16:47 Muscle Contest and WMBF Hong Kong Experiences18:55 The importance of mental resilience and mindset22:08 The impact of rest days and consistency22:24 Federation Politics and Competition Scheduling24:51 Long-term planning and off-season management27:05 Natural vs. Enhanced Bodybuilding Scene27:58 Recovery, stress management, and environment29:59 Goals, pride, and intrinsic motivation31:51 The Role of Federation Prestige and Show Quality33:03 The significance of continuous improvement and mindset36:55 Morgan's Season Recap and Final Competition41:55 Reflections on Pro Cards, Natural Scene, and Future Goals47:07 The Importance of Long-Term Development and Patience51:58 Balancing Bodybuilding with Life Responsibilities56:49 Closing Remarks and Morgan Kilo's Social LinksWhere to find Morgan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgan_kilo/Shane links:1-1 Coaching: www.storeystrength.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/shanestorey_coachingYoutube: www.youtube.com/@sstorey94Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vuEGUqjwxZxiEkGMuUAItLawrence KingInstagram: www.instagram.com/_lawrencekingDownload 12 FREE Strength & Hypertrophy Programmes: ⁠⁠https://mailchi.mp/storeystrength/eu1a1m8m0h

In this episode, Shane and Lawrence recap WNBF Ireland, how Irish bodybuilding is excelling, Lawrences crossover into hyrox & paradigm shift to endurance work from powerlifting.Shane links:1-1 Coaching: www.storeystrength.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/shanestorey_coachingYoutube: www.youtube.com/@sstorey94Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vuEGUqjwxZxiEkGMuUAItLawrence KingInstagram: www.instagram.com/_lawrencekingDownload 12 FREE Strength & Hypertrophy Programmes: ⁠https://mailchi.mp/storeystrength/eu1a1m8m0h

The Strength Syndicate is back with another banger of an episode with Thomas Maw AKA TM Cycles. Tom started off his content & bodybuilding journey documenting his own natty to enhanced process which quickly accumulated him a large following on Youtube & on his members site. In recent years however he has shifted away from bodybuilding & started to engross himself in pushing his endurance with an Ironman planned for next year. This is a great conversation on re-inventing your brand & staying true to yourself with plenty of nuggets that will transform how you think about life, training & more.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Tom Maw's Background00:03 Tom's Journey from Bodybuilding to Endurance Sports00:10 Content Creation and Authenticity in Fitness00:22 The Role of Diet and UPF in Performance00:50 Mental Health and Identity in Sports01:11 Using Data and Intuition in Training01:39 The Future of Fitness and Content CreationWhere to find Tom:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tmcyclesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@thomasmawShane links:1-1 Coaching: www.storeystrength.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/shanestorey_coachingYoutube: www.youtube.com/@sstorey94Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vuEGUqjwxZxiEkGMuUAItLawrence KingInstagram: www.instagram.com/_lawrencekingDownload 12 FREE Strength & Hypertrophy Programmes: ⁠https://mailchi.mp/storeystrength/eu1a1m8m0h

Training, Body Composition, and the Reality of Long-Term ProgressIn this episode, Shane and Lawrence catch up after nearly two years and dig into the big life changes, training shifts, and mindset updates that have shaped both of their paths. From moving house and finishing a PhD to marriage, body composition changes, and redefining what “progress” really means, this conversation is a practical look at how training evolves with real life. They also go deep on the tension between strength, leanness, and performance — especially for lifters who want to be both aesthetic and strong. If you’ve ever wondered how to balance powerlifting, bodybuilding, running, nutrition, and long-term consistency, this episode is packed with honest insights.Timestamps00:00 Intro and reconnecting03:00 Life updates and finishing the PhD05:00 Marriage, routine, and training changes06:00 Moving from powerlifting into hybrid/body composition focus10:00 Running, cardio, and social media expectations13:00 Body weight, performance, and the strength-to-leanness trade-off19:00 Coaching, clients, and why goals change over time27:00 Nutrition habits, meal timing, and fibre39:00 Motivation, long-term goals, and bodybuilding focus47:00 Pre-prep dieting and competition plans for 202757:00 Wrap-up and closing thoughtsSEO keywordsTraining, body composition, powerlifting, bodybuilding, fat loss, muscle gain, running, nutrition, meal timing, fibre intake, performance nutrition, long-term consistency, hybrid training, strength training, physique goals, pre-prep diet, bodybuilding prep, coaching mindsetShane links:1-1 Coaching: www.storeystrength.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/shanestorey_coachingYoutube: www.youtube.com/@sstorey94Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vuEGUqjwxZxiEkGMuUAItLawrence KingInstagram: www.instagram.com/_lawrencekingDownload 12 FREE Strength & Hypertrophy Programmes: https://mailchi.mp/storeystrength/eu1a1m8m0h