Warrior Spirit
Step into the arena of life with the heart of a gladiator, where the spirit of ancient warriors meets the rhythm of modern lives. Here, every day we step up for life’s battles, not of swords and shields, but of determination, resilience and honor. We train our bodies to endure, our minds to persevere, and our spirits to never falter in the face of life’s challenges.
Founded by Brad and Ashley McLean, Gladiator Nation goes beyond traditional fitness routines and nutrition plans; we’re a community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of physical and mental resilience. We’re forging a lifestyle of that challenges us to excel in all areas of life with stronger bodies, stronger bonds, unwavering spirits, and a commitment to the betterment of our world.
Our mission is not only personal transformation but to rise to the top in unity so we can face all of life’s obstacles with endurance and grit, stronger than we could alone. True strength is as much about individual transformation as it is about the exponential power we unlock when we support and elevate one another.
Join us at Gladiator Nation, where every challenge faced is a step towards growing stronger, together, and emerging victorious. Together, we rise.
Meet The Team
Bradley McLean
Co-Founder
Bradley’s journey into the heart of strength and endurance began in 2004 when he fell in love with weightlifting, a passion that swiftly became a cornerstone of his life.
The following year, he stepped up his commitment by becoming a certified weightlifting trainer, embarking on a professional path that would not only shape his future but also the futures of those he would come to teach and inspire.
2005 marked a year of pivotal changes for Bradley as he also joined the army, embracing the discipline, resilience, and camaraderie that military life fosters. This experience enriched his understanding of physical and mental toughness, further igniting his passion for pushing the limits of human potential.
In 2017, Bradley and Ashley founded Gladiator Nation. This endeavor was born from a desire to share the invaluable lessons learned along their journey and to create a welcoming community for others inspired by the principles of integrity, strength, perseverance, and unity. Gladiator Nation is his testament to his life experience, a platform for collective transformation, and an invitation to others to join in the pursuit of their best selves.
Ashley McLean
Co-Founder
Ashley Mclean, a mother of four, first embarked on her profound journey towards physical and mental wellness in 2008. The arrival of motherhood brought with it the stark realization of the essential role that wellness plays in thriving throughout the chaotic dance of life. With a life that’s as full as it is ever-changing, Ashley found her sanctuary in wellness—a healing force that allowed her to maintain her dynamic life with her husband and children.
Ashley’s interests are as varied as the challenges she navigates daily; it was in wellness that she discovered powerful forms of healing, indispensable tools that equipped her to meet both the demands of motherhood and her multitude of other passions head-on. It’s this personal enlightenment and the transformative power of physical and mental well-being that inspired her to join Bradley in founding Gladiator Nation in 2017.
Her journey over the past 16 years is her personal testament that fuels a passionate call to action to all those who find themselves in the throes of life’s incessant demands, offering a path to discovery, empowerment, and shared strength. Ashley’s vision for Gladiator Nation is rooted in the belief that within each of us lies a gladiator, ready to face life’s battles with unity, compassion, and unwavering grit.