Ep. 22 | Craig Bongelli | Becoming a Professional Strongman & Drilling Discipline

The Bodybuilding.com Podcast

Jump into a convo about what it takes to become a professional Strongman athlete, how those qualities transfer to everyday life, and a viral moment that brought with it it's own learning lessons. Craig Bongelli’s journey in the world of strength and conditioning is as intense as it is inspiring. From his early days in boxing to becoming a professional strongman under the mentorship of legends like Louie Simmons and Bill Kazmaier, Craig's path has been anything but ordinary. After a dramatic strongman career, marked by a viral accident and remarkable recoveries, Craig shifted his focus to coaching, where he guided world champions and everyday heroes alike. Today, he’s authored three books centered around body transformation and recomposition. Most recently, he returned from a stint at Westside Barbell, diving into their latest training methodologies, which will be featured in an upcoming series here at Bodybuilding.com. Join us as we talk through his insights and stories from a lifetime of pushing physical and mental boundaries.