Unfiltered Strength

David Till is back.Since his first appearance on the show, David has continued building businesses, chasing bigger goals, and recently joined the very small group of people who have deadlifted 1,000 pounds. His first appearance with us focused on entrepreneurship, blue-collar work ethic, strength sports, and the mindset required to build something meaningful from the ground up.In this episode, we catch up on everything that's happened since then and dive into the lessons that come with pursuing massive goals. We talk about life, business, mindset, discipline, success, setbacks, and what it takes to keep moving forward when the stakes get higher.Whether you're an athlete, business owner, or someone chasing a goal that feels bigger than you, this conversation is packed with perspective and practical takeaways.

What does your bloodwork actually tell you about your health and performance?

Lab results can be incredibly useful, but understanding them isn’t as simple as looking for a number to fall inside a “normal” range.

In this episode of Unfiltered Strength, we talk about the importance of looking at lab markers in context, understanding how different markers interact, and recognizing that there is a LOT of individual variation when it comes to health, hormones, recovery, and performance.

Two people can have the exact same lab value and have very different symptoms, goals, circumstances, and outcomes.

Your labs are data. They’re not the entire story.

We break down why context matters, why chasing individual numbers can be misleading, and how a more comprehensive approach can help you better understand what your bloodwork may actually be telling you.

Episode 12 is a little different.

With Zach out this week, our producer Dawson filled in and finally got his chance to turn the microphone around and put Connie in the hot seat.

This isn’t a training episode, it’s a conversation.

We dive into:
• Connie’s background and the path that led her here.
• The highs, lows, and life through the tough seasons.
• What actually drives someone to keep pursuing excellence.
• Lessons learned from competition, business, and life outside the gym.

If you’ve ever wondered who the person behind Unfiltered Strength really is, this is the episode for you.

🎙️ Listen now and let us know what question you’d ask if you had the chance.

After 12–16 weeks of laser-focused preparation, most lifters expect the hard part to be over once the meet is done. But what happens when the goal you've been chasing is suddenly behind you?

In Episode 11 of the Unfiltered Strength Podcast, we dive into one of the most overlooked topics in strength sports: transitions. From moving out of a meet prep and into an off-season, to navigating injuries, setbacks, changing priorities, and the mental challenges that come with them, we discuss the realities every powerlifter will face at some point in their career.

We break down why so many athletes struggle after a competition, how to create purpose when the next goal isn't immediately clear, and practical ways to stay grounded during periods of uncertainty and change.

Whether you're fresh off a meet, dealing with an injury, or simply trying to figure out what's next in your lifting journey, this conversation is for you.

Topics Covered:• Post-meet mental and emotional challenges• Transitioning into a productive off-season• Identity beyond competition• Navigating injuries and setbacks• Goal setting after a meet• Maintaining motivation without a looming competition• Long-term sustainability in powerlifting and strength sports

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Episode 10 is here!

This week we’re joined by Cameron Hutchison.

At just 29 years old, Cameron has already built an incredible résumé:

• National Champion in the 200 lb weight class
• 10th Place at Official Strongman Games
• Has never finished off the podium outside of OSG

We dive into:

• Cameron’s transition from bodybuilding into Strongman
• His training philosophy and programming
• What separates good competitors from great ones
• Lessons learned from competing at the highest level
• Where he believes Strongman can improve as a sport
• What it takes to stay consistently at the top

Whether you’re a strength athlete, coach, or simply love hearing how elite competitors think, this episode is packed with practical insights and honest conversation.

🎙️ Unfiltered Strength Podcast with Connie Nightingale & Zach Price.

n Episode 9 of the Unfiltered Strength Podcast, we tackle a question that affects almost everyone trying to improve their health, fitness, performance, or life:

Can too much information actually hold you back?

We discuss the importance of course correction, setting realistic expectations, and why constantly searching for the "perfect" answer often prevents people from taking meaningful action. In a world filled with endless opinions, conflicting advice, and an overwhelming amount of data, progress often comes down to mastering the basics and adjusting along the way.

If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with your results, this conversation is for you.

Nate Brandhorst joins the Unfiltered Strength Podcast to discuss the lessons he learned after years of chasing bigger totals and transitioning into bodybuilding and improved health.

In this episode, Nate breaks down why bigger isn't always stronger, how excessive supplementation can become a problem, the importance of gut health, restoring hunger signals, managing body composition for performance, and why quality muscle matters more than simply gaining weight.

We also dive into sleep, recovery, pre-lift anxiety, athletic longevity, and the habits that separate good athletes from great ones. Whether you're a beginner lifter or competing at the highest level, this conversation is packed with practical takeaways you can apply immediately.

Topics Covered:• Powerlifting vs. bodybuilding• Building muscle that actually improves performance• Gut health and digestion• Recovering hunger signals• Sleep and recovery• Pre-lift anxiety• Supplement mistakes• Athletic longevity• Strength and health optimization

Subscribe for more conversations on strength sports, nutrition, performance, and the mindset required to become your strongest self.

Too many powerlifters and strongman athletes become obsessed with max-effort lifts, heavy singles, and testing strength while neglecting the one thing that drives long-term progress: building muscle.

In this episode of The Unfiltered Strength Podcast, Connie and Zach break down the relationship between hypertrophy and strength, why accessory work matters, and how skipping volume work can leave serious gains on the table. We discuss common mistakes strength athletes make, the fear of gaining size, and why muscle mass is one of the biggest predictors of future strength potential.

Whether you're a powerlifter, strongman competitor, or someone looking to get stronger, this episode will help you understand why building muscle isn't a distraction from strength training, it's a critical part of it.

In this episode we cover:

• Why hypertrophy is the foundation of strength
• The problem with constantly chasing PRs and heavy singles
• How accessory work improves performance
• Common training mistakes that stall progress
• Powerlifting and strongman programming considerations
• Building muscle without losing athleticism
• How to break through strength plateaus

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This week we sit down with David Till, entrepreneur, owner of The Blue Collar Company, professional arm wrestler, and strength athlete.

We dive into: Building multiple businesses from the ground up The discipline required to succeed in business and strength sports. Developing a mindset that refuses to accept “no”⚒️ Blue collar work ethic and what it really takes to win.

Arm wrestling, deadlifting, and pushing past limits

This episode is all about resilience, grit, and building a life through hard work and relentless discipline.

Nobody talks about this enough. The gym isn’t just about looking strong.

It’s about: Not being in pain at 40 Having confidence that actually sticks Building a mindset that doesn’t fold under pressure

Strength sports change you. Period.

We break it all down in Ep. 5 of The Unfiltered Strength Podcast.

Episode 5 of The Unfiltered Strength Podcast dives into how strength sports go far beyond the platform.

We break down how training today directly impacts your long-term health, movement quality, and overall resilience,both physically and mentally.

This episode covers:

• Why movement now prevents pain later

• The connection between strength and confidence

• How strength sports build mental toughness that carries into everyday life

• Why training is one of the most valuable long-term investments you can make

If you want to build a body that lasts,and a mindset that doesn’t break, this episode is for you.