Mental toughness in strength sports is essential for athletes to overcome the myriad of challenges they face, both physically and psychologically. Whether it's powerlifting, weightlifting, strongman competitions, or any other strength-based discipline, athletes encounter obstacles that test their resolve and determination. We cover resilience to failure, focus and concentration, mindset and visualization, adaptability and resilience, and self-belief and confidence

Brief discussion on the basics of nutrition for the strength athlete

On this episode we go over: Building a base, technique, keeping it simple, & build more muscle

In todays episode Nick goes over some commonly asked questions about PED’S and PED usage.

Host Nick Nutting @bulletproof_strength_systems and special guest Luke Cooper @luke.nuke-em catch up and talk about where they are at in life. They briefly touch on Luke’s previous strongman competition, as well as the powerlifting meet he is prepping for now. They also dive into some training talk

In this short and sweet episode Nick covers the nutrition hierarchy and how he implements this with his clients!

In this episode we cover these questions all asked by listeners: -Recommendations on books for more advanced trainees -Top recommended fitness YouTube channels -Is Nick working on a steroid for dummies ebook -What gets most people motivated to workout -Optimizing recovery for sedentary people( people who have a desk job) -Post or pre workout stretching? Pros and cons, effects, etc. -Honest thoughts on the body positivity movement

On this Episode of the lifting laughter and life podcast Nick and Erin recap Erin's first meet performance back in October 2021(USPA Federation)They also touch on client Clay Aziz's first meet in December 2021 (WRPF Federation). Nick talks about training burnout and how to overcome and adapt to that as both as the coach and client. Last but not least Nick and Erin talk about future guests that will be on the podcast this year!  Thank you to all our listeners, if you like what you hear and want to follow our journey more closely give us a follow on Instagram.  Nick: @bulletproof_strength_systems Erin: @ern_maxx

In this episode we cover a pleather of training questions; including: best exercises to increase your bench press, how to workout while injured, what all is included if you decide to work with bulletproof strength systems, etc..

In this episode we touch base on what we've been up to since the last episode in March. We talk about overcoming covid, meet prep for Erin, business and life adventures, and importance of relationships with others and God. 

In this episode we cover steps to creating new habits, setting goals, books we have learned from on these topics! We get pretty deep and personal as well😉

In this episode we go over tips for proper programming including; training to failure, progressive overload, rpe, and we even go over briefly macros for strength athletes.

Nick and Erin dive deep into how their relationship with God and the ability to be vulnerable with others strengthens their relationships with the people they meet and surround themselves with. We give you personal experiences with the two as well as ways you can implement them into your daily life #faithoverfear

In this episode Nick and Erin go over the basics of sarms. Where you can buy them, how to know if they are legit, supplement support while taking them as well as pct, which ones are stronger/weaker and we even cover sarms as they pertain to females.

Our client and friend Jon goes into depth on what got him into health and fitness, hurdles he has been through and over come, life and fitness advice and so much more!

In this episode we go over some common buzzwords used in the fitness industry, such as “muscle tone” “burning belly fat” “muscle confusion” etc... are they true?? Listen to find out 😉 we answer some questions from our listeners, and Nick goes over some of the PEDS he’s used over the last couple of months leading up to our mock meet.

In this episode Nick and Erin go over who and when someone might benefit from orange theory or camp gladiator and when someone should turn away and look for something more personalized like one on one coaching. We get into what exactly each one is “claiming” to help with and just how accurate those claims are.

We talk about creating your own program, fasted cardio and refeeds! Listen in...

We cover nutrition tips you can implement based on your goals. We go into how to set up your diet/macros/meals based on if you are focusing on gaining muscle or losing fat, we also touch on meal timing and nutrition around your workouts; because we both work at a supplement store we also cover some intra workout supplements we like as well as some protein powders!

We cover how to go about finding your passion/career and how to balance your everyday life while still achieving your goals!