Episode
#094 - Brian Carroll - What Does It Feel Like To Squat 1000lbs?
1:15:16
Published: Thu Aug 15 2019
Description
Brian Carroll is a coach, author and multiple world record holding powerlifter. Brian is one of the strongest men on the planet, having squatted 1000lbs+ more than 50 times in official meets. He suffered a catastrophic spinal injury which would have stopped many athletic careers but has recovered to not only be pain free, but now has his eyes set on more world records. Expect to learn about the genesis of powerlifting as a sport, Brian's advice for strength athletes and those beginning their lifting journey, his mindset before he is about to lift, his diet and training plan and much more... Extra Stuff: Buy Brian's Book - https://www.powerrackstrength.com Follow Brian on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/briancarroll81 Check out everything I recommend from books to products and help support the podcast at no extra cost to you by shopping through this link - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
Chapters
Brian Carroll shares his journey of overcoming a severe back injury through rehabilitating with Dr. Stuart McGill, and his advice for those looking to get into powerlifting or improve their strength.
00:00 - 03:42 (03:42)
Summary
Brian Carroll shares his journey of overcoming a severe back injury through rehabilitating with Dr. Stuart McGill, and his advice for those looking to get into powerlifting or improve their strength. He sets his sights on accomplishing a 1200 pound squat at 275 pound bodyweight.
Episode#094 - Brian Carroll - What Does It Feel Like To Squat 1000lbs?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Joe DeFranco, a strength and conditioning coach, emphasizes the importance of proper preparation and recovery in strength sports such as powerlifting, Olympic lifting, and bodybuilding.
03:42 - 23:00 (19:18)
Summary
Joe DeFranco, a strength and conditioning coach, emphasizes the importance of proper preparation and recovery in strength sports such as powerlifting, Olympic lifting, and bodybuilding. He also discusses the effects of physical and mental exhaustion from prolonged abuse of the body and the importance of having a personalized diet plan.
Episode#094 - Brian Carroll - What Does It Feel Like To Squat 1000lbs?
PodcastModern Wisdom
The powerlifting gear has evolved with time and technology, and while some beginners prefer non-gear lifting, others continue to utilize the benefit of gear.
23:00 - 51:40 (28:39)
Summary
The powerlifting gear has evolved with time and technology, and while some beginners prefer non-gear lifting, others continue to utilize the benefit of gear. The gear can support hips, and restrictive clothing like squat briefs can positively alter grooves.
Episode#094 - Brian Carroll - What Does It Feel Like To Squat 1000lbs?
PodcastModern Wisdom
Brian Carroll discusses his experience with overcoming pain and how he helps others with pain triggers and building strength through proper spine hygiene and exercise routines based on his training as a McGill provider and coach.
51:40 - 1:12:15 (20:35)
Summary
Brian Carroll discusses his experience with overcoming pain and how he helps others with pain triggers and building strength through proper spine hygiene and exercise routines based on his training as a McGill provider and coach.
Episode#094 - Brian Carroll - What Does It Feel Like To Squat 1000lbs?
PodcastModern Wisdom
In this podcast, Chris Duffin suggests websites like Power Rack Strength and Kabuki Strength that offer free articles and books, along with commercial sites like Amazon and Backfit Pro for purchasing books on Strength Training.
1:12:15 - 1:15:01 (02:46)
Summary
In this podcast, Chris Duffin suggests websites like Power Rack Strength and Kabuki Strength that offer free articles and books, along with commercial sites like Amazon and Backfit Pro for purchasing books on Strength Training.