#79 - Kade Kendall’s Untold Story: Bullying, Obsession & the Dark Side of Bodybuilding (part 1) - Entrepreneur, Coach & Owner of Transformation Unit 247

Disclaimer: This episode contains references to drug use. Neither the guest or I recommend the use of illegal drugs, the content found in this episode is not medical advice and should only be viewed as a discussion. Today’s guest is Kade Kendall; entrepreneur, coach, and the owner of the highly successful Transformation Unit 247 gym in Barrow-in-Furness. This was a powerful and honest conversation with a high-performing businessman who has also competed at a top level in bodybuilding. We explored Kade’s journey from his early school years, dealing with bullying and body image issues, as well as his struggles with dyslexia. Despite those challenges, he found a way out through sport; whether it was golf, football, or cricket. In one of the most raw parts of the interview, Kade opens up; publicly for the first time; about the lowest point in his life, in the hope that it might support others facing similar challenges. We dive into themes around bodybuilding, mental health, emotions, and what it really takes to perform at a high level. The full chapter list is available below and very precise, so feel free to jump to any section that catches your interest. Btw if you’re struggling to stick to healthy habits you can claim one of onehundred free Indiip VIP months by heading to indiip.com/podcast Oh and my first ever sponsor Bear Bar, make the highest quality shower soaps. If you’d like to try them you can get 15% off by heading to https://bit.ly/barejase and entering JASE at checkout. Please enjoy my conversation with Kade Kendall. Fully Timestamped Chapter List 00:00:00 Intro Trailer for Kade Kendall 00:01:15 Kade’s Journey 00:05:57 Early Years: Body Image, Genetics & Bullying 00:12:09 Sporting Talent, Cricket & Golf with Grandad 00:18:45 Family Support, Dad’s Tough Upbringing & Discipline 00:25:05 Leaving School for Golf, Private Tuition & Rapid Rise 00:31:10 La Manga, Reality Check & Self-Doubt 00:36:33 Cars, Nightlife & Drifting from Golf (Fast & Furious Era) 00:40:55 Time, Patience & Growth: What I Needed to Hear 00:47:47 Grandad, Quitting Golf & Family Reactions 00:52:50 Sponsor: Indiip Habits Tool 00:54:09 First Gym Visit, Obsession & Early Gains 01:03:24 Meeting Joe Walker & Deciding to Compete 01:21:55 Bodybuilding Classes, Overalls & Peaking Strategy 01:36:20 Steroids & TRT: Use, Risks, and Thoughts 02:05:11 Mentoring & Coaching Reputation 02:11:01 Behind the Scenes: Anxiety, Panic & Breaking Point 02:28:31 CK Levels, The Body Under Stress & Hospital Checks 02:35:04 Injury, Release Work & Recovery 02:45:11 Processing Emotions & Gratitude 02:54:08 Closing Reflections 02:56:25 Outro & Indiip Reminder ***LINKS*** Kade’s Instagram: https://bit.ly/45zLXIf Habit tracking - Claim one of onehundred free Indiip VIP months: https://bit.ly/indiippodcast 15% Off Bare Bar (CODE: JASE): https://bit.ly/barejase MY STUFF: Awaken Out Of Context Podcast (YouTube & Podcast Links): https://bit.ly/3tk8FVv Follow Me On Instagram (@awakenoutofjason): https://bit.ly/3RAkKQj