🎙️ To The Bar: Episode 109 – British Masters Champs 2024 (Part 2) | Age is Just a Number, Strength is Forever | Strength in Every Story
The platform isn’t done yet—Aaron and Jess are back with Part 2 of their electrifying coverage of the 2024 British Masters Weightlifting Championships in Bangor! Day 2 shifts focus to the younger Masters athletes (yes, “younger” here starts at 35+ 💥), proving that age categories are just numbers when passion and perseverance take over. Hosted by the British Masters Weightlifting Federation (part of the International Masters Weightlifting Federation), this event is a masterclass in grit, community, and lifting for life.
What’s Inside This Episode?
- Masters Magic, Round 2: From 35-year-old newcomers to seasoned 50-somethings chasing PBs, discover how Day 2’s athletes brought fire to the platform—and why Masters comps are the sport’s best-kept secret.
- Strength in Unity: Jess and Aaron highlight the unmatched camaraderie—think rival athletes cheering each other on, coaches sharing tips mid-competition, and post-lift hugs that say more than any medal.
- Legends in Action: Meet the lifters defying stereotypes, including a 50-year-old masters rookie hitting a lifetime snatch PR and a 40-something powerhouse balancing parenting, work, and podium dreams.
- Behind the Scenes (Again): What’s it like running a two-day Masters extravaganza? The duo shares logistical wins, hilarious mishaps, and why TOs secretly love Masters events the most.
Why Listen?
Whether you’re a Masters lifter, a Gen-Z athlete curious about longevity, or just someone who believes sport is ageless, this episode is a rallying cry to keep lifting—no matter your birth year. Spoiler: You’ll leave wanting to sign up for your first (or next) Masters comp!
👉 Watch the Full Episode Here: https://youtu.be/gGqZ3YYxeQQ?si=jLFnOl1Y6gA6STFN
Subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, or Amazon—and tag #StrengthInEveryStory to shout out your favorite Masters moment or share how weightlifting has kept you young at heart!