In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian sits down with Jujimufu for a real conversation about training, longevity, and how your approach has to evolve over time. Jujimufu talks about his 16-week journey to reclaim his famous weighted chair split at 40 years old, and how training now is less about going harder every day and more about being smarter and more intentional.

Brian also shares more about his recent 25-pound weight loss and what it’s been like moving away from his Strongman competition size. They talk about the physical toll that comes with pushing your body at a high level, finding the right balance between business, family, and training, and why sometimes the best work happens when nobody is watching.

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In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian Shaw sits down for a conversation that starts off with some laughs and an arm wrestling challenge, but quickly turns into a real discussion about resilience, competition, and what it actually takes to push through pain.

Brian talks about how injuries can completely change the way your body works—from strength imbalances and nerve issues to numbness and even how something as simple as your sleeping position can cause problems over time. For anyone involved in strongman, powerlifting, or strength sports, this episode gives a real look at the constant battle between staying healthy and staying competitive.

One of the biggest moments in the episode is Brian’s story from World's Strongest Man 2012, when his hand suddenly stopped working and he lost feeling in his grip. He opens up about the uncertainty, the frustration, and the mental battle of not knowing if things would ever fully recover—while still stepping up to compete.

The conversation also covers competitive fairness through the power stairs controversy, and how important clear rules and accountability are in sport. To close things out, Brian and the hosts talk about parenting, bullying, and the lessons sports can teach kids about confidence, discipline, and standing up for themselves.

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In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, host Brian Shaw sits down with Robert Baxter, owner of East vs West, to talk about his incredible journey through business, real estate, franchising, and arm wrestling.

Robert shares stories from some of the biggest opportunities and challenges of his career, including high-pressure real estate deals, expanding the Five Guys brand into Canada, and the lessons he learned while building businesses from the ground up. He talks about the risks, setbacks, and decisions that helped shape his success, as well as the mindset required to keep moving forward when the stakes are high.

The conversation also explores Robert’s lifelong connection to arm wrestling, how competition influenced his approach to business, and what eventually led him to become the owner of East vs West. Along the way, he offers practical insights on leadership, consistency, and the value of staying committed to a long-term vision.

If you have questions for Brian, topics you would like to hear Brian talk about or guests you would like to see on the podcast email them to: askbrian@shawstrength.com

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