In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian sits down with Nathan Payton to break down what it actually takes to build a nutrition plan that works in real life—not just on paper.

Most diets don’t fail because of a lack of willpower, they fail because they were never designed around the chaos of work, family, travel, and stress. Nathan, a longtime strongman nutrition coach who helped dial in Brian’s own approach, explains how to build structure that actually holds up when life gets busy.

We dive into the “good, better, best” framework for making smarter food choices without chasing perfection, plus simple, repeatable meal prep systems that keep you consistent without living in the kitchen. Cook your basics in bulk, layer in flavor fast, and make it work for the whole household—no separate diet meals, no overcomplication.

From there, we get into the mindset side of nutrition: treating food as fuel while still understanding cravings, emotional eating, and the reality of human behavior. Then it goes deeper into coaching, discipline, and performance—why your “why” fades, how self-awareness changes everything, and why flexibility is often the difference between short-term effort and long-term results.

If you have questions for Brian, topics you would like to hear Brian talk about or guests you would like to see on the podcast email them to: askbrian@shawstrength.com

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In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian sits down with Jujimufu for a real conversation about training, longevity, and how your approach has to evolve over time. Jujimufu talks about his 16-week journey to reclaim his famous weighted chair split at 40 years old, and how training now is less about going harder every day and more about being smarter and more intentional.

Brian also shares more about his recent 25-pound weight loss and what it’s been like moving away from his Strongman competition size. They talk about the physical toll that comes with pushing your body at a high level, finding the right balance between business, family, and training, and why sometimes the best work happens when nobody is watching.

If you have questions for Brian, topics you would like to hear Brian talk about or guests you would like to see on the podcast email them to: askbrian@shawstrength.com

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In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian Shaw sits down for a conversation that starts off with some laughs and an arm wrestling challenge, but quickly turns into a real discussion about resilience, competition, and what it actually takes to push through pain.

Brian talks about how injuries can completely change the way your body works—from strength imbalances and nerve issues to numbness and even how something as simple as your sleeping position can cause problems over time. For anyone involved in strongman, powerlifting, or strength sports, this episode gives a real look at the constant battle between staying healthy and staying competitive.

One of the biggest moments in the episode is Brian’s story from World's Strongest Man 2012, when his hand suddenly stopped working and he lost feeling in his grip. He opens up about the uncertainty, the frustration, and the mental battle of not knowing if things would ever fully recover—while still stepping up to compete.

The conversation also covers competitive fairness through the power stairs controversy, and how important clear rules and accountability are in sport. To close things out, Brian and the hosts talk about parenting, bullying, and the lessons sports can teach kids about confidence, discipline, and standing up for themselves.

If you have questions for Brian, topics you would like to hear Brian talk about or guests you would like to see on the podcast email them to: askbrian@shawstrength.com

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Brian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawstrength/
Clothes, Supplements, and Supportive Gear: https://shawstrength.com/
Behind the scenes content and Giveaways: https://club.shawstrength.com/

Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/SHAWSTRENGTH