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The Story of Dimitri Belozorchev's Leg Injury
1:40:12 - 1:45:01 (04:49)
The speaker recounts the story of Dimitri Belozorchev, a former Olympic gymnastics champion, and his leg injury during the 1988 Olympics. The speaker also shares about the doctor who refused to amputate Belozorchev's leg because of the potential consequences.
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Dimitri Bilozorchev, a former gymnast from Russia, had his leg saved by a surgeon who recognized him as a national hero, and went on to win gold medals in the 1988 Olympics despite his previous injury.
1:40:12 - 1:41:31 (01:19)
Summary
Dimitri Bilozorchev, a former gymnast from Russia, had his leg saved by a surgeon who recognized him as a national hero, and went on to win gold medals in the 1988 Olympics despite his previous injury.
ChapterThe Story of Dimitri Belozorchev's Leg Injury
Episode#158: The Secrets of Gymnastic Strength Training
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Dimitri is a legend in the world of gymnastics; he is revered by Olympians and Russian champions alike.
1:41:31 - 1:42:34 (01:03)
Summary
Dimitri is a legend in the world of gymnastics; he is revered by Olympians and Russian champions alike. His coach Alexander trained two world champions, including a Russian female world champion.
ChapterThe Story of Dimitri Belozorchev's Leg Injury
Episode#158: The Secrets of Gymnastic Strength Training
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Alexander is a unique coach in gymnastics as he has produced both a male and female world champion.
1:42:34 - 1:43:51 (01:17)
Summary
Alexander is a unique coach in gymnastics as he has produced both a male and female world champion. His ability lies in his depth of knowledge and his competency in reverse engineering training cycles to plan four to eight years ahead for his athletes.
ChapterThe Story of Dimitri Belozorchev's Leg Injury
Episode#158: The Secrets of Gymnastic Strength Training
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Strength training is all about mathematics, where correct pieces of training create an equation that leads to successful competition.
1:43:51 - 1:45:01 (01:10)
Summary
Strength training is all about mathematics, where correct pieces of training create an equation that leads to successful competition. A good coach like Dmitry Klokov knows how to help athletes be consistent and train for years, allowing their bodies to grow and adapt to reach their full genetic capacity.