EP14: Mark Findlay: From Pushing Limits to Training the Stars, Athletics Coaching and Breaking GB Goal

🔥 Welcome to The Champ & Contender Podcast! 🔥 In this must-watch episode, hosts Joseph J. Jones and Fabian Collymore sit down with former Great Britain sprinter turned elite coach, Mark Findlay. From competing at the highest level to training top athletes, boxers, and even musicians, Mark shares exclusive insights on what it takes to succeed in elite sports and coaching. 🏆 Topics Covered: ✅ Athletics & Sprinting Mastery – Training with Linford Christie and the evolution of sprint techniques ✅ Coaching Elite Athletes – From footballers to boxers and performers, the secrets behind winning mindsets ✅ The Transition to Boxing – How sprinting skills transfer to boxing training and performance ✅ Football Preseason Training – The conditioning & strength routines top footballers use ✅ The Shot Stopper Game – Mark takes on a fun but tough challenge, revealing his favorite athletes 💪 Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a fitness coach, or a sports fan, this episode is packed with training techniques, motivational stories, and insider tips from one of the best in the industry. 🎧 Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to The Champ & Contender Podcast 00:19 Meet Mark Findlay: From Athlete to Coach 02:43 Training with Heroes: Linford Christie’s Influence 05:55 Challenges & Triumphs in Athletics10:20 The Lighter Side of Sprinting: Funny Training Stories 14:12 The Evolution of Sprinting & Competitive Training 27:10 From Sprinting to Boxing: A New Passion 37:21 Athletic Training & Elite Coaching Techniques 39:25 Football Preseason Conditioning 45:33 Training Musicians for High Performance 48:31 Client Success Stories & Biggest Surprises 01:05:03 Football Academy Pathways: The Road to Pro 01:10:50 Advice for Future Coaches & Trainers 01:13:46 Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up 🎙 Follow us for more exclusive interviews: 📸 Instagram – @thechampandcontender 🐦 Twitter/X – @ChampC0ntender 🎵 TikTok – @thechampandcontender 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts – Podcast Link 📢 Like, Comment & Subscribe for more insights from the world of boxing, football, athletics, and elite coaching! #Podcast #Athletics #Coaching #Boxing #SportsTraining #Football #SprintTraining #ChampAndContender