#207 – Chris Duffin: The Mad Scientist of Strength

Chris Duffin is a strength athlete, coach, and engineer, setting multiple strength world records including squatting and deadlifting 1000lbs for multiple reps. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
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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
(07:10)– Performing feats of strength
(13:52)– What does it take to lift 1000lbs for reps?
(16:43)– From 500 to 1000lb
(17:15)– The mechanics of heavy lifting
(28:32)– What did it feel like to do 1000lbsfor reps?
(30:26)– Achieving peak performance
(35:16)– Importance of singular focus
(37:48)– Chris’s childhood
(50:37)– The Eagle and the Dragon: A Story of Strength and Reinvention
(58:21)– Lex on business
(1:04:52)– The Disciplines of Strength
(1:09:33)– Powerlifting
(1:22:37)– Role of strength in MMA, BJJ… and baseball
(1:32:38)– What is Kabuki Strength?
(1:38:55)– Equipment
(1:50:09)– The importance of strong feet
(1:59:15)– Chris’s diet
(2:05:37)– Lex on moderation in food
(2:06:11)– Steroids and PED’s
(2:24:14)– Whiskey and deadlifts
(2:33:03)– Is it better to work hard or smart?
(2:41:52)– Advice for young people
(2:45:02)– Fear of death