Kelly Reverb
Kelly Reverb
Addict to Body Building Champ! (IFBB PRO) Alex Woodson - Reinventing Yourself after 40
Addict to Body Building Champ! (IFBB PRO) Alex Woodson - Reinventing Yourself after 40
Addict to Body Building Champ! (IFBB PRO) Alex Woodson - Reinventing Yourself after 40
Friday 23rd August 2024
Alex Woodson shares his journey from addiction to becoming an IFBB Pro bodybuilder, highlighting resilience and the power of fitness.
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58 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Alex Woodson's transition from addiction to bodybuilding.
- The role of fitness in overcoming substance abuse.
- Challenges faced in the competitive bodybuilding world.
- Importance of setting goals and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Encouragement for those struggling with addiction.
If I can do this thing as much as I've been through, man, there's a lot of wiggle room for people before they get to that point where they can do it too.
In this episode of 'This Pink Cloud', DJ Kelly Reverb and Chad LeMans sit down with Alex Woodson, an International Federation of Bodybuilding (IFBB) Pro, who shares his incredible journey from addiction to becoming a bodybuilding champion. Alex's story is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of fitness. He candidly discusses his past struggles with substance abuse and how he turned his life around through dedication to bodybuilding.
Alex's narrative isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding a new purpose and achieving remarkable goals, even after the age of 40. Alex's journey began in the nightlife scene, where he was deeply entrenched in the world of club promotion and social media before it became mainstream. This lifestyle led him down a path of substance abuse, including cocaine and crystal meth.
However, a turning point came when he decided to leave this destructive environment and move back to Minneapolis. There, he reconnected with his passion for fitness and began a new chapter as a personal trainer. Throughout the episode, Alex highlights the importance of setting goals and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He talks about the challenges he faced in the competitive world of bodybuilding and how he managed to secure sponsorships and build a career as a professional trainer.
His story is both inspiring and motivating, showing that it's never too late to reinvent yourself and pursue your dreams. Whether you're struggling with addiction, looking for motivation, or simply interested in fitness, Alex's story offers valuable insights and encouragement. Tune in to hear about his journey from the depths of addiction to the heights of professional bodybuilding, and find out how you too can overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.