This is arguably Scotland’s greatest ever fencer!

“The life skills that can be taken from fencing are massive”

‘The Fenced In’ podcast meets arguably Scotland’s finest fencer, ever! Growing up with all the odds stacked against him all Keith Cook ever wanted was a garden with a tree in it.

Who knew what the world had in store for him instead…

In this episode we talk to a fellow friend, team mate, coach, father and athlete. The now retired (not confirmed!) senior international medalist, former British Champion and head coach of Salle Holyrood explains his journey and what it takes to be a fencing parent as well as coach to both his kids.

This interview discusses Keith’s humble beginnings, his fencing career, the life lessons and whether or not he will make yet another comeback now that he’s in the shape of his life! It would certainly keep his son and student, Jamie, on his toes. We delve into that fascinating relationship, and how Keith’s approach to mental health and keeping things fun are also a big part of his narrative and club mantra.

Keep a keen ear out for his pearls of wisdom and his knowledge as Keith answers another fantastic question from a fan on Twitter!

What is Fencing: The Fenced In Podcast?

The Fenced In podcast is, in essence sports and fencing framed in a light, conversational piece. The show is hosted by two GB international fencers, Ben Peggs and Christopher Mollard, who have the added dynamic of being coach and student. They share their experience as well as their tried and tested ideas of how to continue to improve in this technical sport that we all remain so passionate about, through lockdown and beyond.

With nearly 30 years of knowledge between them, Chris and Ben discuss how to train and how to improve both their mental and physical fitness in such a way as to maximise their full potential. The duo explore the newest and continually evolving side of our sport that is ‘quarantine training’, sharing their experience from their own homes and exploring the many ways that fencers and athletes in other sports can make the most of training during this global pandemic. Discussing anything and everything - from mindfulness in the living room to point control in the garden, the show also features a much in demand ‘ask us anything’ segment where listeners have the opportunity to ask the questions they want the answers to.
If you’re wanting to make the most out of quarantine then let’s be Fenced In together.

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