2014 Australian Strongman champion, Ben Simpson spends some time talking about Strongman competition, weight training, pushing his personal brand and his motivators which include – metal! A must listen for anyone into personal fitness and especially weight training!

Show Notes

Check out Ben Simpson – Official Website, Facebook and YouTube.
Ben’s sponsors – PTC Sydney, Harris Stability Systems, CNP Protein, Chiro & Sport Med.
What is Strongman?
One of the biggest opponents that Ben has ever faced – Brain Shaw.
Magnus Samuelsson – EPIC and with bonus Metal Church in the background!
Hafþór Björnsson from Iceland who stars in Game of Thrones.
News article – Ben Simpson, of Ermington, is Australia’s Strongest Man.
Metal motivation. Ben’s top bands – Bolt Thrower, Destroyer 666, Inquisition, Astriaal, Primordial,
Heard the new D666 song? Check it out here!
Australian strength athlete – Derrick Boyer.
Developing your own brand. If you’re interested, listen to episode 18 with Rigel Walshe who is also going through this as we speak!
Ranger (Speed Metal from Finland) recommendations from Ben – Shock Skull, Steel Dawn, and Storm of Power.