Arabian Warrior Series

Episode Name: Warrior in the Making Conquering the Desert Abiola Lawal’s Road to the Arabian Warriors

Guest: Abiola Moshood Lawal

Host: RA George (Blockchain DXB + The Race Space Podcast)

Instagram for Abiola @Bigmfitness1 Email 📧: bigmlifestyle1@gmail.com

Arabian Warrior event⁠ - 26th October registration link here https://shorturl.at/yhYTi Key Topics Covered:

• Journey to Fitness: Abiola shared how he transitioned from a successful corporate career to pursue his passion for fitness, including his military training background in Al Ain.

• Tech and Travel Enthusiast: With a strong foundation in IT, Abiola revealed his love for travel and cooking, showcasing a diverse skill set beyond fitness.

• IG Profile Insight: The inspiration behind Abiola's Instagram handle and how it reflects his personal and professional brand.

• Workout Philosophy: Abiola discussed the peace and inner satisfaction he experiences during and after completing workouts, emphasizing the mental and emotional benefits of fitness.

• Weekly Workout Routine: A glimpse into Abiola’s fitness regimen, balancing strength training, cardio, and HIIT workouts.

• Passion for Hybrid Events: Abiola expressed his enthusiasm for hybrid fitness events and shared the importance of rest, recommending 48 hours of downtime before any major event.

• Introduction to OCR: Abiola recounted his first OCR (Obstacle Course Racing) experience as a volunteer in Khorfakkan, Sharjah, and how it led him to the Arabian Warriors event on the 26th of this month.

• Training Advice for OCR: Abiola offered valuable training tips for the upcoming Arabian Warriors event, highlighting the significance of mental resilience and the right gear—especially his shoe preference for OCR races.

• Race Nutrition: Insights on optimal nutrition for race day, with a focus on carb loading and balanced meals.

• Upcoming Competitions: Abiola will be tackling the Hyrox 365 hybrid event just hours before his 10k OCR race. He also shared expectations for the Arabian Warriors event and discussed the potential obstacles.

• Favorite and Least Favorite Obstacles: A candid take on the challenges and rewards of OCR, as Abiola shared his preferred and least enjoyable obstacles.

• Advice for Event Organizers: Abiola provided constructive feedback on how Arabian Warriors can elevate their event to world-class status and offered tips to race directors on enhancing the OCR experience.

• Future Locations and Event Strategy: Abiola suggested iconic locations for future Arabian Warriors events, aiming to further boost the prestige of OCR in the region.

• Post-Race Recovery: Abiola stressed the importance of recovery strategies like ice baths, stretching, and protein intake for muscle repair.

• HIIT Training: Abiola’s passion for HIIT and its benefits for physical and mental endurance was a key point of discussion, underscoring the importance of mental resilience in both training and competition.

• Encouraging Newcomers: A motivational message to those hesitant about signing up for events, with Abiola sharing his own inspiring journey and plans to compete as a Pro Athlete in next year’s Hyrox events.

• Upcoming Abu Dhabi Competitions: A preview of the events Abiola will be competing in, as he continues to challenge himself across different fitness disciplines.

• Passion for Boxing: Abiola shared his admiration for Muhammad Ali, whom he considers the greatest of all time (GOAT), and discussed how boxing has shaped his fitness approach.

• Life Lessons in Fitness: A strong, positive message from Abiola on how fitness is more than just a physical activity—it’s a way of life.