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Modern WisdomAug 15, 2019

#094 - Brian Carroll - What Does It Feel Like To Squat 1000lbs?

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Guest: Brian Carroll

Notable books mentioned: Back Mechanic by Stu McGill, Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance, Gift of Injury, Ultimate Back

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#094 - Brian Carroll - What Does It Feel Like To Squat 1000lbs? mentions Back Mechanic by Stu McGill, Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance, Gift of Injury, and Ultimate Back with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

Back MechanicUltimate Back Fitness and PerformanceGift of InjuryUltimate Back
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Back Mechanic
Stu McGill

You can read all these textbooks... but until you understand the art of coaching and application, all that knowledge is crap.

Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance

You can read all these textbooks. You can read my book, 1020 Life. You can read Gift of Injury, Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance, so on and so f…

Gift of Injury

You can read my book, 1020 Life. You can read Gift of Injury, Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance, so on and so forth, Back Mechanic.

Guest: Brian Carroll
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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
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  • The strongest audience signal points to athletes and coaches and athletes and coaches interested in strength training.
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Back Mechanic
Stu McGill
Best for athletes and coachesOften cited around training and recovery

“I get them to read Back Mechanic, get them to read Gift of Injury and Ultimate Back. And then once they get pain-free, I progress them.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: athletes and coaches
Key quote: “You can read all these textbooks... but until you understand the art of coaching and application, all that knowledge is crap.”
The host mentions 'Back Mechanic' as part of a broader discussion on understanding one's body and the importance of proper training techniques. This book is referenced among others to emphasize the need for practical application of knowledge in coaching and training.
ASIN: B0FRR8PHCS
Buy on Amazon
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Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance
Best for athletes and coaches interested in strength trainingOften cited around training and recovery strategies

“You can read Gift of Injury, Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance, so on and so forth, Back Mechanic.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: athletes and coaches interested in strength training
Key quote: “You can read all these textbooks. You can read my book, 1020 Life. You can read Gift of Injury, Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance, so on and so forth, Back Mechanic.”
The host mentions 'Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance' as part of a broader discussion on the importance of understanding one's body and the art of coaching. This book is referenced among others to emphasize the need for practical application of knowledge in training.
ASIN: 0973501839
Buy on Amazon
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Gift of Injury
Best for athletes and coachesOften cited around training and recovery

“I get them to read Back Mechanic, get them to read Gift of Injury and Ultimate Back. And then once they get pain-free, I progress them.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: athletes and coaches
Key quote: “You can read my book, 1020 Life. You can read Gift of Injury, Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance, so on and so forth, Back Mechanic.”
The host mentions 'Gift of Injury' in the context of understanding the balance between pushing through discomfort and recognizing when to ease off in training. This book, along with others, is suggested as a resource for athletes to better understand their bodies and training needs.
ASIN: 0973501863
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Ultimate Back
Best for athletes and coachesOften cited around training and recovery

“I get them to read Back Mechanic, get them to read Gift of Injury and Ultimate Back. And then once they get pain-free, I progress them.”

View mention details
Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: athletes and coaches
Key quote: “You can read all these textbooks... but until you understand the art of coaching and application, all that knowledge is crap.”
The host mentions 'Ultimate Back' in the context of discussing the importance of understanding one's body and the art of coaching. It highlights that while knowledge from books is valuable, practical application is crucial for effective training.
ASIN: 0973501839
Buy on Amazon
1020 Life cover
1020 Life
Best for athletes and coachesOften cited around training and recovery

“You can read my book, 1020 Life. But until you understand the art of coaching and application, all that knowledge is crap.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: athletes and coaches
Key quote: “You can read my book, 1020 Life.”
The host mentions '1020 Life' in the context of discussing the importance of understanding one's body and the art of coaching. They emphasize that while knowledge from books is valuable, practical application is crucial for effective training.
ASIN: B07NNW74Z1
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Back Mechanic
Stu McGill

The host mentions 'Back Mechanic' as part of a broader discussion on understanding one's body and the importance of proper training techniques. Thi…

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Icarus

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“The documentary discusses doping in sports and how everyone is trying to beat the system.”

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Bigger, Stronger, Faster

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“A documentary that explores the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports and fitness.”

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Prescription Thugs

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“A sequel to Bigger, Stronger, Faster that continues the discussion on performance-enhancing drugs.”

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