The Size Up Episode 83 - Ordinary Dudes - John and Noah

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This episode of the podcast features John and Noah, discussing the World's Strongest Firefighter competition at the Arnold Sports Festival. The competition raises money for firefighter charities and brings together firefighters from around the world. The hosts talk about their personal connections to firefighting and the impact of the event. They emphasize the athlete experience and the sense of community that the competition fosters. The episode highlights the unique opportunity for firefighters to compete on a big stage and represent their departments and countries. The World's Strongest Firefighter competition is held annually at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio. The event provides a platform for firefighters to showcase their strength and athleticism. The competition is fast-paced and firefighter-centric, with a focus on cardio and high-intensity exercises. The Arnold Sports Festival is a premier sports festival that attracts top athletes from around the world. The event has grown over the years and continues to raise funds for firefighter charities. The winners of the competition carry the title with respect and often use their platform to give back to their communities. The event fosters a strong sense of community among the participants and spectators. The conversation covered various topics including the Arnold Sports Festival, the World's Strongest Firefighter competition, the importance of mental health in the fire service, the camaraderie among firefighters, and the impact of the event on the participants and the community. It will have you asking yourself the question. What’s My Size Up? Because, What you do off the job, MATTERS!!!