Unfiltered Strength Ep. 1: Where it all Started

About this episode

In the first episode of Unfiltered Strength, hosts Zach Price and Connie Nightingale share their personal journeys into strength sports and discuss the evolution of powerlifting and strongman culture.

Welcome to the very first episode of Unfiltered Strength Podcast with Zach Price and Connie Nightingale.In this episode, we break down who we are, how we got started in strength sports, and what led us into the worlds of powerlifting and strongman. We dive into our personal journeys, the challenges we’ve faced, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way.We also talk about how strength sports have evolved over time from training approaches to the culture surrounding competition and give you a real, unfiltered look at what this space actually looks like behind the scenes.Whether you’re an athlete, a competitor, or just getting started, this episode is all about laying the foundation, sharing our perspectives, and setting the tone for what’s to come.

People in this episode

Hosts: Zach Price, Connie Nightingale

Topics covered

• strength sports
• powerlifting
• strongman
• personal journeys
• training approaches
• competition culture

Keywords

• strength sports
• powerlifting
• strongman
• personal journeys
• training
• competition
• fitness

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