Modern Wisdom #114 - Sonny Webster - Bad Days, Good Days & Staying Resilient
Oct 24, 2019
Sonny Webster, a resilient weightlifter and founder of the Sonny Webster Academy, shares his journey of overcoming challenges. He discusses the emotional fallout from a doping ban and the importance of maintaining a positive outlook. The conversation touches on establishing a gym in Africa and balancing personal training with effective coaching. Sonny emphasizes the role of community support, personal branding in the digital age, and the intricate dynamics of planning events while pursuing personal growth through travel.
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Sonny's Resilience to Hangovers
- Chris Willx marvels at Sonny Webster's ability to function after a night out.
- Webster credits weightlifting culture, where drinking is common, and post-competition binging.
Embracing Change
- Sonny Webster discusses his move to Australia, driven by a desire for change and a new relationship.
- He emphasizes that change can be swift if the desire is strong enough, recounting packing his life in just seven days.
Heartbreak of a Doping Ban
- Sonny Webster shares the emotional impact of his doping ban, likening it to losing a loved one.
- He describes weightlifting as a significant part of his life since age 11.
