Chris Duffin: The Mad Scientist of Strength | Lex Fridman Podcast #207
5,721Chris Duffin is a strength athlete, coach, and engineer, setting multiple strength world records including squatting and deadlifting 1000 lbs for multiple reps. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
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The Eagle and the Dragon (book): https://amzn.to/3Ckpfoj
Chris's Website: https://christopherduffin.com
Kabuki Strength: https://kabukistrength.com
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
1:28 - Performing feats of strength
8:10 - What does it take to lift 1000 lbs for reps?
11:01 - From 500 to 1000lb
11:33 - The mechanics of heavy lifting
22:50 - What did it feel like to do 1000lbs for reps?
24:44 - Achieving peak performance
29:34 - Importance of Singular Focus
32:06 - Chris's childhood
44:55 - The Eagle and the Dragon: A Story of Strength and Reinvention
52:39 - Lex on business
59:10 - The Disciplines of Strength
1:03:51 - Powerlifting
1:16:55 - Role of strength in MMA, BJJ... and baseball
1:26:56 - What is Kabuki Strength?
1:33:13 - Equipment
1:44:27 - The importance of strong feet
1:53:33 - Chris's diet
1:59:55 - Lex on moderation in food
2:00:29 - Steroids and PED's
2:18:32 - Whiskey and deadlifts
2:27:21 - Is it better to work hard or smart?
2:36:10 - Advice for young people
2:39:20 - Fear of death
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