Lift For Life with Graham and Angus
Graham Ambrose and Angus Warburton
Graham Ambrose works in Finance in London and Angus Warburton has been his Personal Trainer since 2018. Graham's weight-training journey with Angus has physically transformed him, and had a profound positive impact on his career, confidence and his attitude to life. In this podcast series they discuss how lifting has transformed their lives. They rebuff fitness myths, focus on the importance of lifting for life, and interview others who have had their lives transformed by lifting. Also see @angus_warburton and @liftforlife.gdog ;Coaching Application https://jc9cc7oe7jf.typeform.com/to/feOjPDNj
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Jan 31, 2025 • 32min
HYROX - The Full Review
In this special episode, Graham and Angus dive into their very first HYROX experience, breaking down the highs, the lows, and everything in between. They describe exactly what happens in the arena, how they prepared on the day, what they ate, and how they celebrated afterwards. There are plenty of post-race reflections. It’s ideal if you don’t know what a HYROX race is or if you are debating whether to join one.
Jan 24, 2025 • 21min
How To Learn To Love Your Training Routine
Angus and Graham describe how they each came to love their respective fitness journeys. Many people exercise, run or go to the gym as a chore because they feel they need to. In reality, fitness should be a highlight of your day, a way to connect mind and body, and to feel truly alive.
Both Graham and Angus have changed their mindsets over the years. This episode describes how they did that.
Jan 17, 2025 • 25min
How To Overcome Gym Anxiety
Graham and Angus discuss gym anxiety. Many people don’t know what to do in the gym, and feel self-conscious around the weights section, so default to the cardio machines. This is a big waste of a valuable resource. They detail strategies for resolving this.
Both Angus and Graham have felt this in the past, and they even quote Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s thoughts on it.
Jan 10, 2025 • 23min
Why Weight Training Makes You Feel Awesome
Angus and Graham discuss why weight training makes Graham feel so awesome. Angus was skeptical about this episode as he thought it was obvious but Graham persuaded him to do it. Graham digs into the science of dopamine, endorphins, and the mental effects of resistance training.
Jan 3, 2025 • 28min
How To Nail Your Training & Nutrition In 2025
To start 2025, Angus and Graham describe their respective Christmas breaks and then give listeners advice to start the new year strong. Many people set themselves unattainable short term goals and resolutions. This is a bad idea.
Graham suggests what you can do over the first weekend of the year to get yourself on the right track.
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Dec 27, 2024 • 46min
Johnny Lye - Founder of Ovrload
Join 20-year-old entrepreneur Johnny Lye, founder of Ovrload, who took a bold leap by skipping university to create a viral supplement sensation. He shares his journey in crafting innovative products like Creatine gummies and Clear Whey protein, navigating the competitive market with a unique approach. Johnny emphasizes the importance of resilience, social media marketing, and building a passionate team. His insights on fitness and nutrition not only inspire but also highlight the role of optimism in overcoming challenges. A youthful perspective in the world of supplements!
Dec 20, 2024 • 22min
How To Survive Silly Season
Angus & Graham get into the Christmas spirit and have some fun. They discuss Angus’ Christmas tree shopping and their annual LFL Christmas party. They also discuss how fantastic Christmas lunch is, Christmas movies, and a niche version of the Christmas story that Graham came across during his research. It seems that the Bible may have missed some critical aspects of the nativity (Luke 1:26 - 2:40).
Dec 13, 2024 • 21min
Why We Do What We Do
Graham and Angus reintroduced themselves to welcome all the new listeners who joined post the interview with Stefan Hoops, CEO of DWS last week. They review that episode and explain why they started the Lift For Life podcast.
Topics include their friendship and how things have changed over the past 18 months, and more than 70 episodes.
Dec 6, 2024 • 44min
Stefan Hoops - Chief Executive of DWS
Graham & Angus fly to Frankfurt to interview Stefan, the 44 year old Chief Executive of Germany’s largest asset manager, with over US$1 trillion of assets under management.
Stefan details his daily weight-training regime, his nutrition, and his passion for basketball. He emphasises the symbiosis of lifting and leadership, and how he thinks being physically strong makes him perform better in the office. Strict diary control, habit-stacking and time-management are central to his disciplined processes.
Nov 29, 2024 • 15min
Is A Juice Cleanse A Good Idea?
Angus & Graham discuss the very emotive and controversial topic of ‘juicing’, ‘juice cleanses’ and ‘juice retreats’. They struggle to find evidence as to the efficacy of these activities, but give extensive detail on their impact on the digestive system, and other bodily functions.
Nonetheless, consuming nothing other than juices for extended periods can impact a persons weight. The ‘Juice Master’, who has become quite wealthy, is highlighted.
