Graham Turner is a Timbersports competitor and member of Team GB. In 2022, the 36-year-old became the first Scot on the winners' podium in the history of the STIHL British Timbersports Championship, securing second place.
We caught up with him ahead of the tenth British Championships...
Men's Fitness: Most young lads grow up wanting to be footballers - was Timbersports always the goal for you?
Graham Turner: Ha, no! Though as a child, I had a strong sports background, particularly in golf and rugby. After a couple of frustrating years in golf, I quit, turning my focus back to rugby. But later, running my own business and sustaining several injuries made me reconsider the risks of that sport, too.
MF: So what made you pick up an axe?
GT: In 2018, I discovered Timbersports at the Royal Welsh show. One year later, after successfully getting through a selection day and several training camps, I competed in the newcomers category. Although I didn't perform spectacularly, the thrill of it drew me in.
This story is from the July 2023 edition of Men's Fitness UK.
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