Awaken Out Of Context18 Aug 2025

#79 - Kade Kendall’s Untold Story: Bullying, Obsession & the Dark Side of Bodybuilding (part 1) - Entrepreneur, Coach & Owner of Transformation Unit 247

Disclaimer: This episode contains references to drug use. Neither the guest or I recommend the use of illegal drugs, the content found in this episode is not medical advice and should only be viewed as a discussion.

Today’s guest is Kade Kendall; entrepreneur, coach, and the owner of the highly successful Transformation Unit 247 gym in Barrow-in-Furness.

This was a powerful and honest conversation with a high-performing businessman who has also competed at a top level in bodybuilding.

We explored Kade’s journey from his early school years, dealing with bullying and body image issues, as well as his struggles with dyslexia. Despite those challenges, he found a way out through sport; whether it was golf, football, or cricket.

In one of the most raw parts of the interview, Kade opens up; publicly for the first time; about the lowest point in his life, in the hope that it might support others facing similar challenges.

We dive into themes around bodybuilding, mental health, emotions, and what it really takes to perform at a high level.

The full chapter list is available below and very precise, so feel free to jump to any section that catches your interest.

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Please enjoy my conversation with Kade Kendall.

Fully Timestamped Chapter List

00:00:00 Intro Trailer for Kade Kendall

00:01:15 Kade’s Journey

00:05:57 Early Years: Body Image, Genetics & Bullying

00:12:09 Sporting Talent, Cricket & Golf with Grandad

00:18:45 Family Support, Dad’s Tough Upbringing & Discipline

00:25:05 Leaving School for Golf, Private Tuition & Rapid Rise

00:31:10 La Manga, Reality Check & Self-Doubt

00:36:33 Cars, Nightlife & Drifting from Golf (Fast & Furious Era)

00:40:55 Time, Patience & Growth: What I Needed to Hear

00:47:47 Grandad, Quitting Golf & Family Reactions

00:52:50 Sponsor: Indiip Habits Tool

00:54:09 First Gym Visit, Obsession & Early Gains

01:03:24 Meeting Joe Walker & Deciding to Compete

01:21:55 Bodybuilding Classes, Overalls & Peaking Strategy

01:36:20 Steroids & TRT: Use, Risks, and Thoughts

02:05:11 Mentoring & Coaching Reputation

02:11:01 Behind the Scenes: Anxiety, Panic & Breaking Point

02:28:31 CK Levels, The Body Under Stress & Hospital Checks

02:35:04 Injury, Release Work & Recovery

02:45:11 Processing Emotions & Gratitude

02:54:08 Closing Reflections

02:56:25 Outro & Indiip Reminder

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