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Bradlee Clarkson

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I don’t normally post things like this, but this is a pretty big milestone for me.

I’ve always had a love-hate relationship with the gym. A lot of that came down to not really knowing what I was doing. Poor form, poor nutrition, and not understanding how to train properly. This year, that’s changed.

Left: November 2025
Right: This morning after an absolute monster session (and way too much pre-workout, which subsequently nearly made me shit myself on the way to the gym, real ones will know the pain😂)

For the last 7-8 months, I’ve been consistent with both my training and nutrition. I’ve trained 4 times a week in the gym and 3 times a week in martial arts. The biggest thing I’ve learned is the importance of proper form and actually understanding how to perform exercises correctly to get the most out of them.

I’m currently sitting at 76kg and genuinely feel healthier than I have in a long time. Some days the bloating still gets to me and knocks my confidence a bit, but overall I’m feeling stronger, fitter, and more comfortable in my own skin than ever before.

Supplement-wise, I’ve kept things simple:
5–7g of creatine every day for the last 7 months
Pre-workout before training
Around 150–170g of protein daily
Roughly 1,800–2,200 calories depending on whether I’m training or resting
10-13k steps a day on average.

If there’s one piece of advice I could give anyone, it’s just being consistent. Results don’t come from one great workout or one perfect week, they come from showing up over and over again, even when body dysmorphia takes over and you don’t feel like it.

I turn 30 in a few weeks, and while I’m definitely starting to feel my age sometimes, I’m also heading towards the best shape of my life. When the time comes to cut, I’ll add more cardio (which I’m going to hate) but right now I’m enjoying the process of building strength and muscle.

Can’t wait to see where I’m at by the end of the year. 🥋🏋🏽💪

P.S - I’m getting SO tired of Eggs, Chicken and Oats 😂 by @itsbradlee

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She said yes 💍❤️ by @itsbradlee

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2 years ago

BAA (@britishaikidoassociation) Sport Aikido Nationals yesterday, what a ride that was. Overcame a lot of fears and surprised myself in more ways imaginable. Picked up 2 Golds and a Silver but more importantly picked up a tonne of experience ready for the next. What a brilliant day for everyone who competed across the country, all I can say is I really do love this crazy sport we do. If everyone did this sport the world would be a happier place. Next up is Dublin in July for the Europeans. taken in Dartford Judo Club by @itsbradlee

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Proud dad moment last night

Mylo passed his 1st grading with flying colours, he’s normally very shy and quite reserved but as the weeks go by he’s coming more and more out of his shell and his confidence is growing. Couldn’t be prouder. by @itsbradlee

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Merry Christmas 🎄 ❤️ by @itsbradlee

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Mila Rae Clarkson, born Sunday 3rd December @ 9.30am weighting 7lbs 3. God you were so stubborn coming out, just like your older brother Mylo who cannot wait to meet you. You are so loved already and scarily look just like him when he was born, my little princess 💖 by @itsbradlee

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Hectic day yet again at the BAA National Sport Aikido 55th competition. I’ll take a 2nd and 3rd any day of the week though. Proud of where I’ve come and looking forward to the next. We go again. Here’s a pic with my fantastic Uke, lil bro and future randori world champion. @8rxd__ 🥈🥉 by @itsbradlee

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Just under 2 weeks until I open my own martial arts club, I’m so excited as you can tell by my sweaty face.

@huddersfieldtomikiaikido by @itsbradlee

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3 years ago

Osaka is mental I love it ❤️ taken in Osaka by @itsbradlee

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Made a mate, swipe right for awesome content by @itsbradlee

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What a beautiful start to the trip taken in 東大寺 / Tōdai-Ji Temple, Great Buddha of NARA by @itsbradlee

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Made it to 27 thank you for all the birthday messages and wishes. Been training up as much as I possibly can before heading off to Japan next week to compete in the Sport Aikido World Championships.
Every year I post what I’ve achieved within the past 12 months, I think this one’s been a good one.. baby girl on the way in December and opening my own club up in Huddersfield in September, World Championships in July and family life flourishing. Is this what getting old feels like because if so I’m ready for it 😂 by @itsbradlee

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