Brian Shaw, at 6’8, is a towering figure in the bodybuilding and strongman industry, not only because of his height but also because of his contribution to the fitness community. The four-time World’s Strongest Man is legendary for his feats of strength and power. Shaw, known for his accomplishments, often shares his knowledge of training and competition. Earlier, the Strongman engaged in some interesting conversation about a training essential on his social media. Let’s see what the American athlete has to say.

Brian Shaw reflects on the characteristics of a good training circle

The three-time Arnold Strongman Classic winner hosts a podcast called Shaw Strength Podcast. He covers many topics, such as fitness, strength, winning mindset, and nutrition. Moreover, Shaw shares his wisdom on sensitive issues that might be taboo or controversial.

Earlier, the Strongman broached the essential topic of having a supportive training circle on his podcast. He also posted a snippet of the show on Instagram. The retired athlete wrote, “…..having a great training group/partners can make you better…but the wrong training partner/partners can bring you down.” He further adds, “It is important to realize this and also to look yourself in the mirror to think about what you are bringing to the table as a training partner.”

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Like-minded individuals who are hustling in life to achieve big things are a rarity. Many people engage in petty trivialities that are an absolute no-no at the highest level of the championship. A champion would want to train with someone who has a winning mindset.

The partner should also be kind enough to understand when someone in the group is not feeling 100 percent. Reflecting the same thought process, Shaw argues, “…..because it is a sacrifice and it’s something that feeding off of somebody else’s energy like that is tough, right?” He adds, “Because there’s people that will come in and take energy, but there are other people that will come in and bring energy, and those are rare.” For Shaw, engaging with people on the same wavelength seems really important.

Shaw trains with supportive partners

Shaw, wanting to stay away from any negativity during training, suggests choosing partners from whom the entire group benefits. He says, “You both can pick each other up and even in a group setting, the whole group elevates; you’ll get better for sure.”

Workout partners ensure accountability and transparency for the group. Bodybuilding requires a lot of discipline, strength, and physical and mental agility. Having a supportive group is essential when committing to something long-term. Even friends and family may not understand the struggle of wanting to be the best in a desired field. For that, one needs positive training partners.

At present, the retired Strongman is training for his final championship, the Shaw Classic 2023, to be held in August. Shaw is also the host of this championship. The resilient Strongman was also battling a horrendous leg infection. However, unfazed by the hiccup, he continues to train hard. With the kind of mettle Shaw displays, there is no doubt he wants to train with the absolute best. What do you think about Shaw’s views on training? Comment below.

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