This week on the Brute Strength Podcast I’m interviewing a Powerlifting legend, Jim Wendler. At his best Jim had a 1000lb squat, 675lb bench and 700lb deadlift, weighing in at 275lb. Jim is also the creator of the 5/3/1 method, one of the most successful strength programs to date. In this episode we get into his early days at University of Arizona Football, lifting, training, competing, and of course coaching. Jim is a great story teller so it was definitely a pleasure to hear him get into some topics like why he created the 5/3/1 method and the importance of keeping things simple in life and in training in order to become a true master. Enjoy the show.
Topics of discussion:
03:10 - Early NSCCA days
08:00 - “The walk on”
16:24 - Meeting Dave Tate (Elite FTS)
22:30 - Wendler 5/3/1
34:15 - “Keep it simple stupid!”
45:40 - Programming for youth athletes
52:50 - The Wendler train
1:05:35 - Creating true freedom
Links:
Books:
Mystic River - Dennis Lehane
Gone Baby Gone - Dennis Lehane
The Fermata - Baker
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This week on the Brute Strength Podcast, I’m speaking with YouTube superstar, Elliott Hulse. You may already know him from his “Yo Elliott” YouTube videos, or his on growing affiliate gym, Strength Camp, but if not, then you’re in for a real treat. In this episode we cover all aspects of Elliott’s career, from living in a basement, to meeting his mentor Paul Chek, active meditation, holistic training, and his relentless approach to life in general. Elliott is a huge inspiration. His words preach wisdom and his ideas are reinvigorating to say the least, it was a true honor to have him as a guest on the podcast. Enjoy the show.
Topics:
03:50 - Early YouTube life
08:20 - Influence from Paul Chek
12:50 - Osho Active Meditation
24:15 - Masculinity & Femininity
31:00 - Evolution of age
43:30 - Elliott’s daily structure
45:50 - Transmutation & mindfulness
47:30 - Self-awareness
Links:
Books:
The Way of the Superior Man - Deida
Mind On Fire - Emerson
The Essential Writings of Ralph Waldo Emerson - Emerson
Reviews:
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This week on the Brute Strength Podcast, I’m speaking with life coach and YouTube sensation, JP Sears. JP has become very popular amongst the YouTube community for his satirical humor on new age fads and “how to become ultra spiritual”. In this episode we uncover the meaning of authenticity, digesting our emotions and combining humor with healing. Be sure to check out his book and YouTube channel below! Enjoy the show.
Topics:
04:45 - Working with Paul Chek
12:54 - Authenticity
28:28 - Digesting emotions
40:10 - Competitive spirituality
46:30 - Letting go of negative energy and emotions
50:45 - Reinvigorating your life
55:25 - Breaking down beliefs through laughter
1:00:15 - Ambition
Links:
Books:
Conversations With God: Book 1 - Walsch
How To Be Ultra Spiritual - Sears
Reviews:
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This week on the Brute Strength Podcast I’m speaking with the gymnastics doctor, Nick Sorrel. In this episode we talk about the release of our newest program, Brute Gymnastics and the overarching philosophy behind Nick’s design. This is a great chance to hear more about the specifics of the program and an opportunity to get an inside look of a genius at work. We’ll be getting into program design, what to expect from the program, and the importance of body awareness and perfecting form. Be sure to check it out! Enjoy the show.
Topics:
05:29 - Brute gymnastics program design
13:30 - Body awareness and perfecting form
19:20 - Philosophy of mastering the basics
21:45 - Breaking down the Brute Gymnastics program
30:33 - Dissecting the program structure
38:15 - Common questions about the program
42:38 - Why more is not always better
50:15 - What to expect from the program
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