Strangers on a Bench EPISODE 49: I Go To Extremes
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Aug 18, 2025 A chance encounter on a park bench leads to intimate discussions about life's journey. Topics span from the joy of simple eating habits to the anxiety of change and the complexity of relationships. The conversation humorously touches on the extremes of bodybuilding and body image. Emotions around loss and the evolving nature of friendships are explored deeply, revealing insights on solitude and personal happiness. A reflection on aging highlights the fragility of health, while parenthood evokes a longing for connection amidst life's challenges.
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Make One Meal The Highlight
- Try intermittent fasting to increase appreciation for food and simplify meals.
- Stuart fasts to once-a-day and says it helps his body and his enjoyment of dinner.
From Prejudging To Overall Winner
- He competed as a bodybuilder and won Mr Channel Islands twice, in 1986 and 1993.
- He described pre-judging, choreographing routines and winning the overall title in 1993.
Winning Changed How He Sees The Body
- He later rejected the extreme bodybuilding look as artificial and unhealthy.
- He prefers a slimmer, athletic build and regrets some competitive extremes.