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Beast of Burden

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by Paul Bassett

52 episodes

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Pressed for time but want sharper focus and stronger resilience? Beast of Burden delivers short sharp mindset shifts for time poor professionals who want practical tools that actually fit into real life. In each short episode, you’ll get clear, actionable insights on resilience, focus, fitness, and performance, designed for people juggling careers, family, and everything in between. Hosted by Paul Bassett—strength coach, entrepreneur, husband and father of two, each episode cuts through the noise and gives you strategies you can use immediately, whether you’re on the school run, your commute, or your first coffee of the day. No fluff. No filler. Just fast, effective mindset resets that work in the real world. This isn’t a podcast about quick wins or hype. It’s about the long game. Resilience. Grit. And building a life worth carrying.

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July 7, 2026

Stop Training Like You’re 25

Stop mourning the person you used to be at 25.That younger version of you might have been fitter, leaner, faster or stronger. But they also had a completely different life. They probably had more time, fewer responsibilities, less stress, no kids, no demanding career, no mortgage, and more freedom to train whenever they wanted.In this episode of Beast of Burden, I talk about why so many busy adults get stuck comparing themselves to the person they used to be.“I used to be fit.”“I used to run.”“I used to lift heavy.”“I used to play sport.”“I used to be able to train all the time.”That may be true, but it may no longer be useful.The system that worked when you were younger may not work now. Not because you are finished, but because your life has changed.If you are over 40, with a career, family, travel, stress and responsibilities, you need a different approach. You need a system that fits the life you actually have, not the life you had 20 years ago.I talk about why twice-a-week strength training can be enough when it is done properly, why trying to go from zero to five sessions a week usually fails, and why stacking habits slowly often beats trying to change everything at once.The key point is this: you do not need to go back to who you were.You need to build the version of you that works now.At Hounds of Health, we help busy professionals in Wandsworth and Putney take charge of their health with strength training, nutrition, accountability and coaching that fits around real life.Contact Hounds of HealthWebsite: houndsofhealth.co.ukInstagram: @houndsofhealthYouTube: @beastofburdenhqLocation: 2 Osiers Road, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1NLFollow the podcast and share this episode with someone who keeps saying they “used to be fit” but needs a better system for the life they have now.

July 1, 2026

Stop Questioning Your Progress: The Truth About Results

At some point in your fitness journey, you are going to want to give up.It might happen when the scale stops moving. It might happen when your lifts stall. It might happen when training feels repetitive, food feels boring, or life starts getting in the way.That moment is normal.In this episode of Beast of Burden, I talk about the part of the fitness journey people rarely discuss: the point where the original excitement fades and the reality of the work kicks in.At the beginning, it is easy to imagine the transformation. You picture yourself leaner, stronger, more confident and more in control. But then the beginner gains slow down. The timeline starts to feel longer than expected. You realise the basics need to be done for longer than you hoped.That is when people start questioning everything.This episode is about what to do when you reach that point.I cover why progress is not linear, why unrealistic timelines make people feel like they are failing, and why wanting to quit is often a sign that you are moving into the next stage of the journey.I also talk about why things like menopause, injury, medication, GLP-1 use, poor sleep, stress and busy family or work life can all change the timeline, without changing the need for the basics.The key point is this: wanting to give up does not mean you should stop. It usually means you need support, perspective and a better understanding of the timeline.At Hounds of Health, we help busy professionals in Wandsworth and Putney take charge of their health with strength training, nutrition, accountability and coaching that helps them keep going when things get hard.Contact Hounds of HealthWebsite: houndsofhealth.co.ukInstagram: @houndsofhealthYouTube: @beastofburdenhqLocation: 2 Osiers Road, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1NLIf this episode helps, follow the podcast and share it with someone who is close to giving up but probably just needs to keep going.

June 22, 2026

Why Your Ego Is the Biggest Barrier to Progress

Your ego may be the strongest thing in the gym, but it's likely the one thing preventing you from getting real results. In this episode of the Beast of Burden podcast, Paul from Hounds Of Health breaks down the "ego lifting" trap and why chasing a heavy PR every session is a recipe for injury, not progress.Whether you're a young athlete trying to prove yourself or a professional in your 40s looking to reclaim your athleticism, learning to "play the long game" is the real secret to strength.In this video, you’ll learn:Why "ego lifting" is most common among inexperienced gym-goers.The difference between training for a competition and training for life.How to use a structured plan to bypass your ego’s limits.The "Traffic Light System" and why we sometimes go light before we go heavy.Why mental fortitude and consistency are more impressive than a one-rep max.Stop letting your ego dictate your workouts. It’s time to park the ego, follow the plan, and earn the right to display your dominance.Listen in to discover how to train smarter, stay injury-free, and finally get the results you’ve been working for.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this with anyone who needs to hear it!

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What is Beast of Burden?: Pressed for time but want sharper focus and stronger resilience?

Beast of Burden delivers short sharp mindset shifts for time poor professionals who want practical tools that actually fit into real life.

In each short episode, you’ll get clear, actionable insights on resilience, focus, fitness, and performance, designed for people juggling careers, family, and everything in between.

Hosted by Paul Bassett—strength coach, entrepreneur, husband and father of two, each episode cuts through the noise and gives you strategies you can use immediately, whether you’re on the school run, your commute, or your first coffee of the day.

No fluff. No filler. Just fast, effective mindset resets that work in the real world.

This isn’t a podcast about quick wins or hype. It’s about the long game. Resilience. Grit. And building a life worth carrying.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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