EP37: Aidan Syers: Ex-Team GB Sprinter & Strength Coach on Boxing, Training & Mindset

Join hosts Joseph J. Jones and Fabian Collymore on the Champ and Contender Podcast as they sit down with Aidan Syers, former Great Britain and England International Sprint Star. From his early days on the track to a 23-year career in athletics, Aidan opens up on the highs, the rivalries, and the lessons that shaped him. Now a respected strength & conditioning coach, sports scientist, and performance coach, Aidan shares how he helps athletes avoid the pitfalls he faced, the importance of mindset and recovery, and how his sprinting background translates into boxing and other sports. Expect training secrets, athlete insights, and real stories — plus a lively chat on legendary boxers and the always-entertaining game of Shot Stopper. This episode is packed with wisdom, laughs, and inspiration for athletes and fans alike. 📌Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to the Champion Contender Podcast00:56 – Meet Aidan Syers: From Sprinting to Coaching02:58 – Rivalries and Career Highlights05:38 – Training and Coaching Philosophy07:20 – Injury Recovery and Rehabilitation10:41 – The Mental and Physical Demands of Sports13:31 – Boxing and Athletics: A Shared Journey15:34 – Training Regular Joes vs. Athletes22:41 – The Importance of Recovery and Mindset39:47 – The Importance of Training Intensity40:24 – Balancing Intensity and Volume in Training41:21 – Training Boxers: Movement and Mechanics42:40 – Building a Boxer’s Conditioning46:32 – Training Principles Across Sports51:23 – The Role of Speed and Agility in Sports53:43 – The Game of Shot Stopper01:06:44 – Random Questions and Fun01:10:19 – Final Thoughts and Advice for Young Athletes