Daniel Wilson

Bio

Competitive strongman and powerlifter with a keen interest in all things strength & conditioning. Whilst going through my teenage years, sport was absolutely not my thing. My first gym session changed that. I dropped my body weight from a very unhealthy 16 stone to a healthy 10-stone with cardio/strength training. In 2019 I discovered the world of strongmen and have gone from strength to strength.

But, this also lead me to realise I had a knack for spotting technical inefficiencies, and was contributing to athletes far more experienced than me. At this point it seemed right to get myself qualified and enter the coaching world, particularly the strength & conditioning route. Since then, I have helped both experienced and new athletes alike prepare for competition, as well as develop my knowledge and experience in both basic and complex injury rehabilitation.

I originally come from a rugby background, but now my favourite sports are strongman, powerlifting, rollerblading and football.


What Do I Do?

I work as a Digital Event Producer, and assist those with their strength goals in my spare time. I am also a fitness writer, with many, many animals.


Key achievements include completing a BSc, a 320kg deadlift, and some comebacks from some significant injuries.


Qualifications

  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Strength & Conditioning Coach
  • Kettlebell, Spin and Circuit CPDs

Author Blogs

  1. What Length Barbell Should I Buy?

    What Length Barbell Should I Buy?
    Should you buy a 5ft barbell or a 7ft barbell? What is the difference between a 6ft barbell and a 6ft international barbell? Find out here.

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  2. The Benefits of Rack Pulls

    The Benefits of Rack Pulls
    Rack pulls are a great deadlift variation that builds lockout strength. Learn how to get good form on rack pulls here.

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  3. Golden Era Bodybuilding Routines

    Golden Era Bodybuilding Routines
    How did the all-time greats of the golden bodybuilding era train? Learn some tips and tricks from these beloved bodybuilders.

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  4. Debunking the Biggest Myths in Strongman

    Debunking the Biggest Myths in Strongman
    Strongman is increasingly popular both online and in your local gym. World class strongman Shane Flowers helps us debunk some strongman myths.

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  5. Which Exercises Target Which Part of the Back?

    Which Exercises Target Which Part of the Back?
    Everyone loves back day, but do you know which exercises target your traps vs lats? How about your Teres major? Find out here.

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  6. Strongman Sandbag Workout

    Strongman Sandbag Workout
    Sandbags are a popular piece of exercise equipment for strongman training. That's for a good reason! Learn how to use a 100kg sandbag here.

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  7. Beginner Powerbuilding Workout

    Beginner Powerbuilding Workout
    Want to get bigger and stronger? Learn about powerbuilding, the hybrid cross between powerlifting and bodybuilding.

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  8. Football Bar Workout

    Football Bar Workout
    You may have seen a football bar in the gym and have no idea what it's for. We'll tell you and we'll even give you a football bar workout!

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  9. Bench Press vs Floor Press

    Bench Press vs Floor Press
    The bench press and the floor press are both great chest building exercises. Learn which you should be doing.

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  10. The Benefits of Hack Squats

    The Benefits of Hack Squats
    Hack squats are a fantastic way to build your quads, and are suitable for everyone. Learn four ways to perform them here.

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  11. Micro Change Plates will Revitalise Your Workouts

    Micro Change Plates will Revitalise Your Workouts
    Micro change plates are flexible fractional plates which can be added to kettlebells and dumbbells to help you progressively overload.

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  12. Pull Day Workout

    Pull Day Workout
    Pull days are some of the greatest workouts available. We have five strength-building pull day workouts for you to pick from.

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