The Man Hug - Ep034 - Theme: 'Gym Culture' with special guests Sam Gelling and Liam Starkey

On this episode we are joined by two more amazing guests to talk all about 'Gym Culture'. We dive in to topics about fitness, wellbeing, steroids, testosterone, community, inclusivity and accessibility. 

Sam Gelling is a coach and personal trainer working closely with people to improve knowledge and ability around fitness and strength. Sam takes a holistic view on an individual basis which addresses nutrition, motivation and positive mental health. Sam is a former body builder and has personal experience of steroid cycles. He openly discusses with us the complications, pros and cons of anabolic steroid use highlighting many of the dangers to both mental and physical health from prolonged use. Sam is also a keen rugby player and coach and talks about the negative experiences of gym culture and how he has overcome them and helps guide his own clients positive mental health within their own journey.

We are also joined by Liam Starkey, director of the Inclusive Hub. The Inclusive Hub was created back in 2016, initially to help children with Autism and ADHD take part in fun based boxing sessions. Each session grew in numbers and also in ranges of abilities taking part. They now support thousands of people living with additional needs like Down Syndrome, Wheelchair Users, Mental, Physical, Hearing and Visual Impairment. They also provide inclusive fitness sessions for people with life threatening illnesses like Parkinson's Disease, heart issues, Multiple Sclerosis, bereavement and social isolation. The Inclusive Hub is a unique community based space that provides bespoke inclusive fitness, community and educational sessions to schools, colleges and care groups across Merseyside.

Sam Gelling PT - https://www.instagram.com/samgelling_fc/

The Inclusive Hub - https://theinclusivehub.co.uk/