Eddy Ellwood on Running The Gym During Covid, Protests, Strongman, NABBA

Eddy Ellwood is a figure who became widely known during one of the most divisive periods in Australian fitness history. In this episode, we sit down with Eddy to talk about the decision that defined his name, keeping his gym open during COVID lockdowns, not for headlines, but for the people who relied on training for their mental health, structure, and sense of normality. He speaks openly about what the gym represented during that time and why, for many, it became a lifeline rather than a luxury.

We also discuss the aftermath of that decision, including the legal battles, court proceedings, and the pressure that followed. Alongside this, we talk bodybuilding, NABBA, gym culture, and how the sport and industry have changed since the pandemic. It’s an honest conversation about conviction, responsibility, and the real cost of standing by your beliefs in and out of the gym.

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