Episode
#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
2:16:32
Published: Wed Feb 16 2022
Description
Devon Larratt is a professional arm wrestler, widely considered to be one of the best of all time. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: - Allform: https://allform.com/lex to get 20% off - Eight Sleep: https://www.eightsleep.com/lex and use code LEX to get special savings - InsideTracker: https://insidetracker.com/lex and use code Lex25 to get 25% off - ExpressVPN: https://expressvpn.com/lexpod and use code LexPod to get 3 months free - SimpliSafe: https://simplisafe.com/lex and use code LEX to get a free security camera EPISODE LINKS: Devon's Instagram: https://instagram.com/devlarratt Devon's YouTube: https://youtube.com/devlarratt Devon's Facebook: https://facebook.com/devon.larratt.5 Devon's Website: https://nolimitsarmwrestling.com/ PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://lexfridman.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lwqZIr Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2nEwCF8 RSS: https://lexfridman.com/feed/podcast/ YouTube Full Episodes: https://youtube.com/lexfridman YouTube Clips: https://youtube.com/lexclips SUPPORT & CONNECT: - Check out the sponsors above, it's the best way to support this podcast - Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lexfridman - Twitter: https://twitter.com/lexfridman - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexfridman - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexfridman - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lexfridman - Medium: https://medium.com/@lexfridman OUTLINE: Here's the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time. (00:00) - Introduction (06:42) - Over the Top and John Brzenk (18:15) - Strength vs skill vs strategy (42:38) - Denis Cyplenkov (1:11:44) - Jodi Larratt (1:15:45) - Canadian Special Forces (1:20:19) - Arm wrestling (1:27:03) - Freedom arm wrestling (1:38:36) - Diet (1:46:00) - Devon vs The Mountain (1:57:30) - Mortality (2:03:03) - Aliens and robots
Chapters
The transcript includes ads for SimpliSafe and Inside Tracker products.
00:00 - 07:02 (07:02)
Summary
The transcript includes ads for SimpliSafe and Inside Tracker products.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The popularity and organization of arm wrestling as a sport have evolved over the years, with major media and wealthy individuals investing in events and leagues.
07:02 - 13:36 (06:33)
Summary
The popularity and organization of arm wrestling as a sport have evolved over the years, with major media and wealthy individuals investing in events and leagues. An arm wrestling champion dominated for many years, both left and right handed, and remains at the top of the sport.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker discusses a failed arm wrestling match and how mass and strength are related in the sport.
13:38 - 19:55 (06:17)
Summary
The speaker discusses a failed arm wrestling match and how mass and strength are related in the sport. They also mention a video featuring Canadian bacon and cooking tips.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Doing many easy workouts a day that are as specific as possible is the best way to lay the foundation for an extreme peak when trying to get strong at arm wrestling.
19:55 - 23:13 (03:18)
Summary
Doing many easy workouts a day that are as specific as possible is the best way to lay the foundation for an extreme peak when trying to get strong at arm wrestling.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This discussion centers around the importance of mindset in arm wrestling and how physical preparation goes hand in hand with believing in the outcome you want to achieve.
23:13 - 30:29 (07:15)
Summary
This discussion centers around the importance of mindset in arm wrestling and how physical preparation goes hand in hand with believing in the outcome you want to achieve.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The podcast discusses how band workouts can be useful for building strength by targeting specific areas of the body, and can be done anywhere with minimal equipment.
30:29 - 32:40 (02:10)
Summary
The podcast discusses how band workouts can be useful for building strength by targeting specific areas of the body, and can be done anywhere with minimal equipment.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
An arm wrestling competitor discusses the importance of mindset in competing and how overbuilding respect for opponents can lead to a lack of confidence.
32:40 - 38:50 (06:10)
Summary
An arm wrestling competitor discusses the importance of mindset in competing and how overbuilding respect for opponents can lead to a lack of confidence.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker discusses the issue of bias in discussing arm wrestling and the complexity of the sport, using Levan and a famous match with Khritagali Angorbaev as an example.
38:50 - 42:34 (03:43)
Summary
The speaker discusses the issue of bias in discussing arm wrestling and the complexity of the sport, using Levan and a famous match with Khritagali Angorbaev as an example.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The podcast discusses the left-hand match between two arm wrestlers, and the challenges they faced with their competitors.
42:34 - 47:30 (04:56)
Summary
The podcast discusses the left-hand match between two arm wrestlers, and the challenges they faced with their competitors.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker recalls their experience of worrying about having torn a muscle during a wrestling match and discusses the impact of surgeries on recovery time.
47:30 - 52:54 (05:23)
Summary
The speaker recalls their experience of worrying about having torn a muscle during a wrestling match and discusses the impact of surgeries on recovery time.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker shares his experience of arm wrestling with Dennis and highlights the importance of power in arm wrestling.
52:55 - 57:22 (04:27)
Summary
The speaker shares his experience of arm wrestling with Dennis and highlights the importance of power in arm wrestling. While technique is important, power can often overpower technique in arm wrestling.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
An arm wrestler is well-known in the community for their endurance and technique, that allows them to protect their muscles and receive the maximum benefit from their blood flow during a competition.
57:22 - 1:02:08 (04:45)
Summary
An arm wrestler is well-known in the community for their endurance and technique, that allows them to protect their muscles and receive the maximum benefit from their blood flow during a competition.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker reflects on a special match that he won, which made him feel calm and satisfied.
1:02:08 - 1:06:53 (04:45)
Summary
The speaker reflects on a special match that he won, which made him feel calm and satisfied. He believes that the feeling came from giving his all and achieving victory.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this podcast, the speaker recommends watching arm wrestling matches and describes the intimate connection between the crowd and the competitors where individuals are allowed to be very close to the action.
1:06:53 - 1:09:53 (02:59)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker recommends watching arm wrestling matches and describes the intimate connection between the crowd and the competitors where individuals are allowed to be very close to the action.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Rob and Nicole Bigwood share their experience with competitive arm wrestling and the positive energy they bring to the game and to their personal lives.
1:09:53 - 1:14:14 (04:21)
Summary
Rob and Nicole Bigwood share their experience with competitive arm wrestling and the positive energy they bring to the game and to their personal lives. Despite the frustration that comes with the game and accusations of cheating, they share their kindness and love with the world around them.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This episode explores the significance of love and craftsmanship, noting that love between people contributes to building something great.
1:14:14 - 1:19:33 (05:19)
Summary
This episode explores the significance of love and craftsmanship, noting that love between people contributes to building something great. When love is absent, everything may fall apart.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This episode delves into the various styles of arm wrestling, including the rules and regulations, equipment used, and different techniques employed by competitors.
1:19:33 - 1:23:43 (04:09)
Summary
This episode delves into the various styles of arm wrestling, including the rules and regulations, equipment used, and different techniques employed by competitors.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Learn how to improve your arm wrestling skills by seeking out freedom arm wrestling tables and trying out alternative variations like arm sumo.
1:23:43 - 1:30:28 (06:45)
Summary
Learn how to improve your arm wrestling skills by seeking out freedom arm wrestling tables and trying out alternative variations like arm sumo.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Learn about the importance of hand control, cupping and rolling in arm wrestling to prevent your hand from bending back during a match.
1:30:28 - 1:35:00 (04:31)
Summary
Learn about the importance of hand control, cupping and rolling in arm wrestling to prevent your hand from bending back during a match.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The key to improving athletic performance is to continuously focus on the little details and practice developing strength, power, explosion, and agility in action, similar to arm wrestling or computing.
1:35:00 - 1:39:03 (04:03)
Summary
The key to improving athletic performance is to continuously focus on the little details and practice developing strength, power, explosion, and agility in action, similar to arm wrestling or computing. Some jiu-jitsu experts prefer not to drill and instead focus on making small adjustments in live sparring.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The importance of proper nutrition, allocation of food, and high glycemic carbs for strength athletes is discussed in this podcast.
1:39:03 - 1:43:32 (04:29)
Summary
The importance of proper nutrition, allocation of food, and high glycemic carbs for strength athletes is discussed in this podcast.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Hosts have an unstructured conversation and share musings about various topics, including sleep habits, strongman athletes, and sushi.
1:43:32 - 1:50:09 (06:37)
Summary
Hosts have an unstructured conversation and share musings about various topics, including sleep habits, strongman athletes, and sushi.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
A man talks about his experience fighting Thor, despite being an old man and not in the best physical shape.
1:50:09 - 1:53:32 (03:22)
Summary
A man talks about his experience fighting Thor, despite being an old man and not in the best physical shape.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The disadvantages of switching from a specialized discipline to a different one in combat sports are discussed.
1:53:32 - 1:59:36 (06:03)
Summary
The disadvantages of switching from a specialized discipline to a different one in combat sports are discussed. The speaker also shares his thoughts and experiences on facing fighters with different levels of specialization in the gym.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker expresses his belief that for AI to truly interact in a meaningful way with humans means they, too, must be mortal in some way.
1:59:36 - 2:03:49 (04:13)
Summary
The speaker expresses his belief that for AI to truly interact in a meaningful way with humans means they, too, must be mortal in some way. He also argues that our mortality gives us the drive to accomplish our goals.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The use of legged robots, similar to dogs, can create a deeper emotional connection between humans and robots.
2:03:49 - 2:09:57 (06:07)
Summary
The use of legged robots, similar to dogs, can create a deeper emotional connection between humans and robots. The possibility of brain implants in robots can enhance this connection even further.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Cybersecurity is becoming a major issue in the face of advancing artificial intelligence and autonomous weapon systems.
2:09:57 - 2:14:50 (04:53)
Summary
Cybersecurity is becoming a major issue in the face of advancing artificial intelligence and autonomous weapon systems. The United States and China have both neglected to put limits on their development, leading to fears of destruction by technology.
Episode#265 – Devon Larratt: Arm Wrestling
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Arm Wrestling Champion Devon Larratt discusses his career, his most memorable matches, and his thoughts on Joe Rogan's recent absence from podcasting.
2:14:50 - 2:17:00 (02:09)
Summary
Arm Wrestling Champion Devon Larratt discusses his career, his most memorable matches, and his thoughts on Joe Rogan's recent absence from podcasting.