In this episode of the Elite Podcast, we speak with Major Finlay Anderson, a British Army officer and winner of BBC's Gladiators 2024. Major Anderson shares his experiences of growing up in Edinburgh, joining the Royal Regiment of Scotland, and his dedicated journey through military training, including his attempts at joining the Parachute Regiment's P Company. He reflects on his victorious participation in Gladiators, his family's influence, and his views on the physical demands and mental resilience required in both military and competitive environments. Now transitioning from the army, Finlay also discusses his new ventures and the values he carries forward from his robust military career.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:47 The Elite Podcast Begins
01:07 Gladiators Experience and Reflections
04:26 High Rocks Race and Living in Edinburgh
06:38 Private School and Military Influence
08:58 Military Career and Mental Resilience
15:25 P Company and Physical Challenges
19:22 Gladiators Competition Details
27:57 Military Tours and Modern Warfare
31:59 Reflecting on Herrick Tours
32:29 Experiences of Combat and Loss
34:58 Returning Home: Adjusting to Civilian Life
38:16 Deciding to Leave the Military
42:51 Joining the Reserves: New Beginnings
53:24 The Importance of Purpose and Passion
58:53 The Role of Combat Sports in Military Training
01:06:04 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

The Elite Podcast is a brand-new show where host Lee Matthews speaks to individuals who are at the top of their industry and profession. The guests will be from different backgrounds including combat sports, military, and business to coaching. Lee will be finding out along with you why they have become the best in their fields and enjoyed acclaimed success and what they all share – their determination to become ELITE in their field.

Lee Matthews is a former paratrooper, kickboxing world champion and now entrepreneur. He is the owner of the UK's biggest chain of martial arts centres.

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