Business Beyond the Posing Trunks | Ron Parklow & Dusty Hanshaw | Straight Outta The Lair Podcast Ep. 83

Straight Outta The Lair with Flex Lewis

Vegas, baby! That's where the stars aligned and I unexpectedly bumped into two of the most genuine guys in the bodybuilding industry, my friends Ron Parklow and Dusty Hanshaw. We're here to give you a front-row seat to our impromptu reunion, where we swap stories, laugh about our quirky dining habits on the road, and reflect on our upcoming escapades in the city that never sleeps. You're in for a treat as we peel back the curtain on the cherished friendships and coincidences that strengthen our bonds in the tight-knit bodybuilding community.
Bodybuilding isn't just about the muscles; it's about the moments and the people we share them with. Join us as we stroll down memory lane, reliving the camaraderie that feels more like a rugby team than a solo sport. From the playful pranks at industry events to the life lessons carved from the discipline of competition, we open up about the laughter, the struggles, and the personal growth that define our journey. Witness how a relentless pursuit of peak condition translates into valuable insights for any walk of life, including the tenacity to bounce back from setbacks and the courage to push through the pain barrier.
What happens when a bodybuilder hangs up the posing trunks and steps into the world of entrepreneurship? I'll share my own transition from the stage to gym owner, and how the connections fostered over years in the industry have been pivotal in pursuing new dreams. We'll also tackle those unexpected turns life throws at us, like health scares that remind us of our mortality and the need to listen to our bodies. Through laughter, shared experiences, and a few face-palm moments, we celebrate the unwavering spirit of bodybuilding and the life-changing impact it can have long after the final flex.
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----- Content -----
00:00:00 - Intro
00:06:04 - Reflections on Bodybuilding and Relationships
00:17:47 - Transitioning From Bodybuilding to Entrepreneurship
00:24:01 - Lessons Learned From Bodybuilding and Perseverance
00:29:03 - Pursuing Bodybuilding and Business Success
00:38:37 - Life-Threatening Health Scare and Recovery
00:50:23 - Motivation and Inspiration From Bodybuilding Icons
00:59:06 - Power of Mentality in Bodybuilding Reflections
01:06:23 -

Chapters

1. Friends Reuniting in Vegas (00:00:00)

2. Reflections on Bodybuilding and Relationships (00:06:04)

3. Transitioning From Bodybuilding to Entrepreneurship (00:17:47)

4. Lessons Learned From Bodybuilding and Perseverance (00:24:01)

5. Pursuing Bodybuilding and Business Success (00:29:03)

6. Life-Threatening Health Scare and Recovery (00:38:37)

7. Motivation and Inspiration From Bodybuilding Icons (00:50:23)

8. Power of Mentality in Bodybuilding Reflections (00:59:06)

9. Reflections on Bodybuilding and Life Changes (01:06:23)

10. Reflections on Life, Mistakes, and Relationships (01:14:57)

11. Gym Stories and Show Promotions (01:25:00)