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Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Radio Episode #32: Elin Forsberg | Fitness Athlete

While visiting Tammerpokalen and Tammer Training Camp we found a walking power plant. Elin Forsberg is a 19-year-old musician who loves to train hard. Her energy is impossible not to notice and she's found a good way to make good use of it within the sport of fitness. With a multi-faceted personality she can go from an eloquently presented physique on the stage of bodyfitness to getting her hands sore and dirty on the crossfit arena. Tune in today!

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 05:31 - Elin is introduced
* 06:19 - Elin on her energetic side
* 08:16 - Elin on planning things ahead
* 11:57 - Elin on music, crossfit and bodyfitness
* 14:46 - Elin on combining job and training
* 16:01 - Elin on always giving it your best
* 19:50 - Elin on wanting to become an artist
* 22:58 - Elin on becoming comfortable in life
* 25:48 - Elin on her training philosophy
* 30:20 - Elin on working in groups
* 31:59 - Elin on handling stress
* 37:02 - Elin on diet and social life
* 44:44 - Elin on her future line of work
* 45:58 - Elin answers 10 quick questions
* 54:16 - Elin shares final tips from her own life experience
* 55:15 - Thank you Elin!
* 57:48 - Final reflections

# Check it out!
See what Elin is posting on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elinfforsberg
Get in touch with Elin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elin.forsberg.908
Visit Elin's blogg: http://blogg.b5sport.com/author/elin/
Visit Elin's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/elinfforsberg

Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Radio Episode #31: Christer Norman | Bodybuilding Athlete

From the cold north comes a warrior with a heart as great as the sword that he swings. This time Bringing Awesome Back Goes Radio has the pleasure of meeting a true fighter. Christer Norman is a bodybuilding athlete with a great love for mother nature. His era on the stage has a respectable amount of years in it, and he's no stranger to the competitive climate that it holds. Tune in and listen to what the Viking Warrior has to say!

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 06:37 - Christer is introduced
* 07:09 - Christer on the origin of his nickname "Viking Warrior"
* 11:50 - Christer on Anders Graneheim and Tammer Training Camp
* 14:50 - Christer on how he lost his long hair
* 15:36 - Christer on his love for nature
* 15:11 - Christer on his love for bodybuilding
* 22:59 - Christer on being bullied and support from parents
* 24:28 - Christer on compassion for others
* 25:54 - Christer on society and its view on bodybuilding
* 30:10 - Christer on appearances and discussing weight
* 31:40 - Christer on bodybuilding's 24/7 approach
* 35:45 - Christer defines will, patience and devotion
* 42:25 - Christer on how his kids impact his joy for life
* 46:18 - Christer on setting goals in order to improve self-worth
* 50:02 - Christer on his own inspirational figures
* 54:20 - Christer on his future plans
* 56:52 - Christer answers 10 quick questions
* 66:48 - Christer shares final tips from his own life experience
* 68:52 - Thank you Christer!
* 70:19 - Final reflections

# Check it out!
See what Christer is posting on Instagram: http://instagram.com/christernorman
Get in touch with Christer on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christer.norman.1
Visit Christer's blogg: http://www.christernorman.blogspot.se/

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Radio Episode #30: Tammer Training Camp | Interviews

Tammer Training Camp is an event that warms the world of bodybuilding and fitness. Anders Graneheim, the creator, is a true Swedish bodybuilding legend with a heart as impressive as the physique he's been known to present on stage. This is close to two hours of reportage, covering the camp as well as the Tammerpokalen competition. Tune in, get inspired and warm your hearts. Thank you Anders for creating this for us to enjoy!

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 02:47 - Interview with Bengt Nyström
* 06:49 - Interview with Mikaela Labor and Gabriella Tammer Saez
* 13:01 - Interview with Michael, Karin, Therese & Jenny
* 19:28 - Interview with Andreas Lindgren
* 24:30 - Interview with Fredrik Olsson & Train4Cambodia
* 29:40 - Interview with Camilla & Magnus
* 31:54 - Interview with Samuel Ahlin
* 35:09 - Interview with Tobias Tranberg
* 38:06 - Interview with Alex Danielsson
* 44:14 - Interview with Maria Eriksson
* 47:12 - Interview with Jocke Nilsson
* 52:48 - Interview with Sofia, Lars, Victor & Anders Graneheim
* 64:24 - Interview with Frida Bålefalk, Petra Kardell, Helen Ahlson
* 70:42 - Interview with Elin Forsberg
* 75:28 - Interview with Christer Norman
* 84:09 - Interview with Jimmy Nilsson
* 88:01 - Interview with Karin Tägtström with family
* 93:18 - Interview with Nicklas Johansson and friends
* 96:43 - Interview with Sara Tingvall
* 103:46 - Interview with Hassan Mouline
* 108:16 - Interview with Anders Graneheim and family

# Check it out!
Visit Tammer Training Camp's website: http://www.tammerpokalen.se
Train4Cambodia's Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/train4cambodia
IronWorks Gym Sundsvall: http://www.ironworksgym.se

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Bringing Awesome Back Goes Tammer Training Camp 2014

It's yet again time for another reportage. This time Bringing Awesome Back heads up north to Tammer Training Camp and Tammerpokalen. The man behind the camp is none other than our Swedish bodybuilding legend Anders Graneheim. Anders, and his family, put their heart and soul into this project each year. They create opportunities as well as friendship for many of the people who are lucky enough to visit Lögdö Herrgård. This is a reportage with heart. From Bringing Awesome Back with love!

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Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Radio Episode #29: Irene Andersen | Bodybuilding Athlete

This time it's a rare privilege to have one of our few Swedish professional bodybuilders on the show. Irene Andersen started competing at the age of 37, earning her pro card in 2005, with aspirations of one day becoming the new Ms Olympia. Today she's using her resources in order to keep the sport of female bodybuilding alive on stages all around the world. Tune in and listen to a true burning spirit!

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 05:13 - Irene is introduced
* 05:55 - Irene on bodybuilding in Sweden compared to Denmark
* 07:20 - Irene on her fascination for muscle
* 09:35 - Irene on bodybuilding and her introduction to gym
* 13:00 - Irene on how others view her muscularity
* 15:11 - Irene on why she started competing at the age of 37
* 16:51 - Irene on her spontaneous side
* 19:53 - Irene on stepping on stage for the first time
* 24:15 - Irene on earning her pro card
* 26:39 - Irene on saving female bodybuilding
* 30:48 - Irene on different kinds of attention
* 33:08 - Irene on bikini fitness and its impact on bodybuilding
* 39:29 - Irene on support and understanding during diet
* 41:38 - Irene on owning a gym
* 44:21 - Irene on bringing protein ice-cream to Sweden
* 49:09 - Irene answers 10 quick questions
* 55:44 - Irene shares final tips from her own life experience
* 57:42 - Thank you Irene!
* 59:59 - Final reflections

# Check it out!
See what Irene is posting on Instagram: http://instagram.com/ireneandersenifbbpro
Get in touch with Irene on Facebook: https://facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003308052147
Visit Irene's Website: http://www.ireneandersen.com/
Irene's "Too Big for the World" Pre-launch Video: https://youtube.com/watch?v=rfxArbece3U

Wednesday, June 18, 2014

Radio Episode #28: Ali Komai | Bodybuilding Athlete

Muscles and science go hand-in-hand together. Today's guest proves that fact to be very true. Ali Komai is a competitive bodybuilder who has experienced obesity in his past. Today he's using his current platform, the academic world, to improve and understand the situation of individuals who are living the same life as he once did. This is an interesting story from a man with a heart too big for his own body. Tune in and listen - you'll regret if you didn't!

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 04:26 - Ali is introduced
* 05:03 - Ali on his "angry face"
* 07:38 - Ali on his past in obesity and cultural differences
* 12:57 - Ali on accessing and evaluating new information
* 15:13 - Ali on why he got interested in competing
* 18:25 - Ali on what he views as a "good looking" physique today
* 19:13 - Ali on his academic studies and the mechanisms of fat
* 31:41 - Ali on being in shape and genetics
* 33:15 - Ali on the psychological strain of not following the diet
* 38:50 - Ali on sharing food during diet
* 40:26 - Ali on Lars Östling and why he's "got the package"
* 44:19 - Ali on pushing through his time of injury prior to Luciapokalen
* 46:23 - Ali on belief in God and handling stress
* 49:56 - Ali on defining recovery
* 52:09 - Ali answers 10 quick questions
* 57:13 - Ali shares final tips from his own life experience
* 57:55 - Thank you Ali!
* 60:51 - Final reflections

# Check it out!
See what Ali is posting on Instagram: http://instagram.com/ali_komai
Get in touch with Ali on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ali.komai
Read Ali's Blog: http://www.jagharviljan.se/ali/

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Radio Episode #27: Daniel Atterhagen | Swedish Gladiator

Bullying happens everywhere, and today's guest was exposed to it during most part of his childhood. Growing up he found comfort in marshal arts and physical activity, which has molded him into the person that he is today. Through solid determination he's now become one of the Swedish Gladiators and he's using his new-found platform to improve the climate for kids that are experiencing some of the hardship the he once experienced. Say hello to the Beast from Sweden - Daniel Atterhagen!

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 04:02 - Daniel is introduced
* 04:14 - Daniel on his love for beards
* 05:23 - Daniel on going from average Joe to Gladiator
* 07:06 - Daniel on school and being bullied
* 11:36 - Daniel on judo, not being gifted and the underdog mentality
* 14:25 - Daniel on being a lone wolf and creating understanding in society
* 20:54 - Daniel on being brutally beaten up and his entry to MMA
* 25:34 - Daniel on handling demands and using visualization
* 30:37 - Daniel on dieting and social norms
* 33:26 - Daniel on strongman and losing the motivation for marshal arts
* 34:32 - Daniel on his injury during "Sveriges Starkaste Bonddräng"
* 35:27 - Daniel on his inner drive for competition
* 35:53 - Daniel on applying for Swedish Gladiators while being injured
* 39:19 - Daniel on childhood redemption and working with kids
* 42:34 - Daniel on future goals
* 43:36 - Daniel on why he's reached the place that he is today
* 45:11 - Daniel answers 10 quick questions
* 50:03 - Daniel shares final tips from his own life experience
* 50:53 - Thank you Daniel!
* 53:06 - Final reflections

# Check it out!
See what Daniel is posting on Instagram: http://instagram.com/atterhagen
Get in touch with Daniel on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.atterhagen
Like Gladiator Beast's Fan Page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gladiatornbeast
Visit Daniel's sponsor Skins: http://www.skinssverige.se

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Radio Episode #26: Fitnessgalan 2014 | Interviews

After a weekend in Stockholm we've finally reached the time for you guys to enjoy our adventure during Fitnessgalan 2014. This episode includes over one hour of material, interviewing various profiles within the industry of bodybuilding and fitness. The reportage gave us the privilege to meet up with some old friends as well as the opportunity to discover some new and upcoming names. Tune in and enjoy an hour from the Globe! Oh, and if you haven't seen the video reportage yet, then click here.

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 04:54 - Interview with Roy Hansson
* 06:46 - Interview with Robert Glamin
* 08:49 - Interview with Roddy "Hero" Benjaminsson
* 11:40 - Interview with Ronnie & Pia Niemi
* 15:22 - Interview with Martin Alexandersson
* 21:47 - Interview with Aron Persson
* 25:27 - Interview with Jens Karlsson
* 29:42 - Interview with Robert Nilsson
* 35:12 - Interview with Lars Östling & Anna Kristensson
* 39:54 - Interview with Daniel "Beast" Atterhagen
* 44:45 - Interview with Leo Wessman
* 47:18 - Interview with Eleonore Eriksson
* 52:14 - Interview with Arne Lundell
* 56:21 - Interview with Carlito & Catherine Holst
* 60:57 - Interview with Binais Begovic
* 68:18 - Final reflections

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Bringing Awesome Back Goes Fitnessgalan 2014

It's yet again time for another reportage in the name of bodybuilding and fitness. This time Bringing Awesome Back travels all the way to Globen, Stockholm, visiting Fitnessgalan 2014. During my visit I held a lecture, talking about my journey from obesity to fitness. But, just as always, the visit also included a few good talks with various profiles within the industry. Keep your eyes wide open and prepare for over an hour of visual candy!

Most of the guest featured in the Fitnessgalan reportage!

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Radio Episode #25: Andreas Malm | Bodybuilding Athlete

With a long and impressive track record, today's guest joins the show and shares his own experiences from the lifestyle of bodybuilding and fitness. Andreas Malm is a competitive athlete with roots in bodybuilding, stretching further into today's class of Classic Bodybuilding. His performance on stage, as well as his knowledge of the work done by prior athletes, is true to the sport. This is our opportunity to learn a thing or two from a man who has gone through many battles. Tune in and hear what the seasoned veteran has to say!

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 05:12 - Andreas is introduced
* 03:45 - Andreas on "koddaspark" and being a soccer goalie
* 06:12 - Andreas on Luciapokalen 2013 and his path into coaching
* 08:13 - Andreas on his path into competitive bodybuilding
* 10:40 - Andreas on gaining knowledge "back in the day"
* 12:12 - Andreas on being serious with your goals
* 16:42 - Andreas compares today's gym lifestyle with the old days
* 19:29 - Andreas on why he doesn't talk a lot about his lifestyle
* 23:21 - Andreas on childhood, adulthood and lessons learned
* 26:42 - Andreas on competing with school back in the schedule
* 28:02 - Andreas on bodybuilding and being a family man
* 30:12 - Andreas is tested on his He-Man knowledge
* 32:52 - Andreas on placing second at Swedish Masters
* 37:15 - Andreas on coaching and important qualities
* 40:37 - Andreas on dieting and over-complicating things
* 44:00 - Andreas answers 10 quick questions
* 50:11 - Andreas shares final tips from his own life experience
* 51:01 - Thank you Andreas!
* 53:25 - Final reflections

# Check it out!
See what Andreas is posting on Instagram: http://instagram.com/andreasmalm1
Get in touch with Andreas on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andreas.malm.5

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Radio Episode #24: Aron Persson | Bodybuilding Athlete

A new episode of Bringing Awesome Back Goes Radio has arrived. Aron Persson is an athlete that's currently battling his way through the competitive scenes of bodybuilding. His struggles have put a strain on him as a person as well as his environment, testing his motivation to work hard and perform at a sport that challenges your physical being as well as your psyche. This is an open interview that discusses everything from effects on social relationships to trust towards the sport as a whole. Tune in today!

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 03:16 - Aron is introduced
* 03:45 - Aron on why he travels from Uppsala to Gothenburg to train
* 04:35 - Aron on why he thinks men are impressed by childhood heroes
* 05:48 - Aron on his favorite Stallone movie
* 06:39 - Aron on why he got motivated by his lack of development
* 07:49 - Aron shares his view on when you're a bodybuilder
* 08:59 - Aron on not reaching finals at Battle of Scandinavia
* 10:10 - Aron on having a realistic goal and a dream goal
* 11:32 - Aron on the strains of bodybuilding compared to other sports
* 12:03 - Aron on how having new goals help after competition
* 14:11 - Aron on why some jobs may be contra-productive during diet
* 17:15 - Aron on the balance between work and a competitive diet
* 18:42 - Aron on being a person that ignores his environment
* 19:46 - Aron on being open with your loved ones during diet
* 23:06 - Aron on being introvert
* 27:42 - Aron on "truths" within the bodybuilding community
* 30:06 - Aron on becoming pro and potential career opportunities
* 31:51 - Aron on feeling questioned during diet
* 35:27 - Aron on counting calories as an abnormal behavior
* 39:11 - Aron answers 10 quick questions
* 43:20 - Aron shares final tips from his own life experience
* 43:40 - Thank you Aron!
* 44:51 - Final reflections

# Check it out!
See what Aron is posting on Instagram: http://instagram.com/aronpe
Get in touch with Aron on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/persson.aron

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Radio Episode #23: Dennis Johansson | Bodybuilding Athlete

In this episode it's time to prove that not everything was better in the good ol' days. Dennis Johansson is an upcoming bodybuilder who is reaping victories on his path to becoming a senior. His burning passion for the sport is shared by many of his peers and he's putting a lot of effort into contributing to the lifestyle that he loves, as well as towards the community of bodybuilding and fitness. Tune in and take a lesson or two from the younger generation.

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 04:14 - Dennis is introduced
* 04:26 - Dennis on Battle of Scandinavia
* 05:20 - Dennis on bodybuilding and training meet-ups among people his age
* 07:20 - Dennis on bodybuilding, growing up in Älmhult and support from parents
* 09:35 - Dennis on forums, social media and its impact on him and bodybuilding
* 16:18 - Dennis on prejudice among people his age and geographical differences
* 19:20 - Dennis on having no inspirational sources and motivation from friends
* 20:25 - Dennis on competing against others and being judged visually
* 21:45 - Dennis on burnout and having balance in life
* 27:15 - Dennis on going through injury and finding motivation
* 31:05 - Dennis on Anders Lundgren and coaching bodybuilders
* 33:03 - Dennis on mentality versus physicality among beginners
* 35:13 - Dennis on becoming a pro bodybuilder and his own qualities
* 41:23 - Dennis answers 10 quick questions
* 44:35 - Dennis shares final tips from his own life experience
* 45:13 - Thank you Dennis!
* 46:41 - Final reflections

# Check it out!
See what Dennis is posting on Instagram: http://instagram.com/djoohansson
Get in touch with Dennis on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/dennis.johansson.9693
XXXL Sweden: http://www.xxxl-sweden.com/

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Radio Episode #22: Jesper Kvarnhammar | Bodybuilding Athlete

Every now and then, while stepping into the gym, you will see a guy that will blow your mind away. Jesper Kvarnhammar is that kind of guy. His massive legs and his incredible back width are just a few of the qualities that make him into a true bodybuilding champion. In this episode of Bringing Awesome Back Goes Radio, Jesper proves that even his heart matches the size of his symmetry. Tune in and listen to a man who is dedicated to the iron playground.

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# INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

* 00:00 - Opening talk
* 05:44 - Jesper is introduced
* 06:25 - Jesper on the origin of his interest for muscles
* 07:50 - Jesper on why he chose bodybuilding
* 09:47 - Jesper on muscular development
* 12:09 - Jesper on training and starting his gym JK Fitness
* 18:54 - Jesper on keeping routines while traveling at work
* 21:36 - Jesper on your own training while helping others
* 23:35 - Jesper on the process after injury
* 25:15 - Jesper on foolishness, reaching success and supplement overuse
* 31:16 - Jesper on helping his wife Linda with dieting
* 33:28 - Jesper on being stereotyped
* 37:17 - Jesper on taking the ripped physique too far
* 39:16 - Jesper on becoming blind towards your physique during diet
* 42:57 - Jesper on today's youth and their knowledge of bodybuilding
* 44:13 - Jesper on feeling empty after competition
* 48:22 - Jesper on being hard on yourself and focusing on winning
* 49:55 - Jesper on love for bodybuilding compared to other sports
* 52:02 - Jesper defines traits for accomplishing an ultimate physique
* 56:06 - Jesper answers 10 quick questions
* 61:17 - Jesper shares final tips from his own life experience
* 62:51 - Thank you Jesper!
* 64:16 - Final reflections

# Check it out!
Read what Jesper is blogging about: http://jeppekvarnhammar.blogspot.se/
See what Jesper is posting on Instagram: http://instagram.com/kvarnhammar
Get in touch with Jesper on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/jesper.kvarnhammar
JK Fitness Gym: http://www.jkfitness.se