WATCH: Chris Duffin Interviews All-Time Record Holder Sam Byrd
The rivalry between Duffin and Byrd has pushed both lifters to higher numbers and bigger squats. Hear them talk about their training, history, and competing against one another.
Training & Morbid Thanksgiving Stories - 2015wk48
Chris shares his training for the week along with some interesting, possibly entertaining, and definitely morbid thanksgiving stories.
Discussing Limb Length, Leverages, and Technique -- 850x5 Deadlift -- 20...
Duffin hits some impressive lifts this week highlighted with an 850x5 deadlift. He also discusses limb length ratio's and some concepts to employ to reduce range of motion and improve lockout on the deadlift.
On the Road Learning & Lifting - Nov Wk 2
Chris discusses his experiences with a recent DNS Throwing seminar he attended due to the increase in popularity of the popularity of the ShouldeRok in throwing sports. He also hit some great lifts before hitting the road.
944 lb Squat, 560 lb Bench Attempt, and Traveling Again
Duffin hits some big numbers in wrapping up a mini peaking phase with a massive 944lb squat and testing both his bench and grip to the max as well.
Tuning the Human Body for Performance: A Conversation with Dr. Stuart Mc...
In these videos, I speak with world-renowned biomechanics expert Stuart McGill about how all athletes can improve warm-up routines, competitive performance, and neural drive — all while decreasing risk of injury.
Smoking a 900lb Squat and 760x5 Conventional Deadlift !!! & Discussi...
Chris hits some huge lifts this week with ease and also opens up about some struggles with depression.
Modulating Intensity, Lifting Weights, and Breaking Belts
With some minor adjustments to intensity I was able to setup myself up for some improved recovery this week in preparation for coming weeks of training.
Handling a GRAND in the hands and on the Shoulders - Intensity Ramp Up
Duffin continues his return to ramping up his training weights and lifts a literal TON between some deloaded squats and Rack Pulls this week.
WATCH: Chris Duffin Interviews New 220 All-Time Record Holder Jeremy Ham...
The best 220-pound raw lifter in the world opens up about his training and what it takes to capture an all-time record.
Big Lifts by Duffin & Amit Sapir Continues his Squat Legacy (783@195...
Busy week hosting a meet at EPC once again. Had a couple virtual clients fly in to compete who both performed well, one of them setting a new all-time raw record. I ended up hitting some good lifts across all my training over the course of the week as well with a chain reloaded 950lbs squat and chain deloaded 875 deadlift for reps.
Whirlwind of activity with Travel and at Kabuki Strength
Recovering from a lot of activity on the road and the growth of Kabuki Strength but still not neglecting the importance of training.
WATCH: The Meathead Mobility Series
The specific practices demonstrated and discussed in these videos improve power transfer and increase distal mobility through focus on proximal stability.
785x7 Deadlift anad a week at the Olympia... did I mention the 785x7 dea...
What a week! Hanging with Friends, Awesome Lifting, and Filming Inspiring Interviews! Spent most of the week in Vegas between GPC Worlds and the Olympia. But a big lot of time at the gym of course training with people I don’t get to see normally. Shot a bunch of interviews that will be coming out in the following weeks.
Ups and Down of Training, Life, and the Barbell -- 750x7 Deadlift --
Duffin hits a huge deadlift and catches up with some old friends and training partners over the week, while overcoming some life stresses and prepping for some changes in his training plans.
Videos and Interviews from Boss of Bosses
Malanichev goes 1036 in the squat, Hamilton goes 2123 @ 220 with wraps, and some additional interviews with Jeremy Hamilton, Jay Nera, and Jeremy Hoornstra.
Malanichev and Hamiliton's record lifts @ Boss of Bosses @ and Tra...
Record setting footage at Boss of Bosses 2 as well as multiple interviews with great athletes and coaches in this weeks training log. As well as my weekly training writeup. Malanichev goes 1036 in the squat.
585x25 Deadlift for Reps - 780x2 squat - Velocity Metrics
This week I tested both my work Capacity with a 585x25 deadlift as well as my strength with an easy 780x2 squat. Also included some snapshots of some of the velocity parameters I use to manage training.
Entertaining Visitors, Vacation, Training and the Comedy of Life
This week Chris shares an comedic story about 'A Day In the Life'. In addition to his weekly training he also includes several interviews completed over the week with Diet and Kettlebell experts.
Lifting Big and Hosting Stuart McGill at EPC for a great week
Over the weekend I hosted Dr Stuart McGill at EPC along with about 150 clinicians as audience. It was a great learning experience as well as affirmation in seeing a ton of science behind the methods I teach based on what’s worked for me and those I train. I also of course got some excellent training in as usual as well.
Deadlifting 405 every second on the second, 405 High Pulls, Ryan Kennell...
Hit some very fast and explosive deadlift this last week even after my daily training regimen hitting the glutes, hams, and quads. I also had the pleasure of working with Ryan Kennelly (aka Benchmonster) and his girlfriend fixing some movement issues and getting a fantastic interview in.
July Week 4 - Peaking - Big lifts frequently - and extras
This week I pushed both my frequency, volume, and intensity for about as far as a can and will be backing off in following weeks. I also included some video of some of my specialty exercises.
Ramping up Intensity with Moderate changes to Volume - another week in t...
This week I hung out with another Strength athlete with a fondness for Slippahs, Whiskey, & Good Food. I also deadlifted for the first time in 4 months and had a pretty decent pull and even got a heavy Squat in despite my high frequency, high volume training.
The Practice of Overcoming Fear
Fear is not something to be avoided. Do not run from one of the most powerful human sensations. Embrace it and use it to your advantage.
Daily Belt Squats in Flip Flops - Volume and Frequency phase continues
I don't really get a lot of quad development out of my style of squatting. So in this non-competive phase I've decided to change up my squatting style and use a belt squat to target this area. In addition I thought it would be a great experiment to see what kind of frequency of training my body could withstand. Fun and painful experiments.
High volume training - & PT1 the role of the Coach in motivating the...
This week I share my thoughts on the coaches role in identifying the type of person they are coaching and tailor their approach to their needs. Training is summarized and some pictures at the beach.
Traveling, Training, and a little Time Travel into the past
This last month I traveled extensively doing seminars, coaching athletes, enjoying time with family, and also attending my 20 year reunion and visiting some of the past in the process.
Mastery of Skill: Humility and Confidence
Confidence certainly fits the generally accepted mold of the alpha male, as it should. What about confidence?
Training at the Compound with Donnie Thompson
A great week of collaboration at with Donnie Thompson as we shared our knowledge with each other and finding a ton of common ground in our approaches and philosophy. We also moved some Iron together of course.
Travels, Coaching, & World Record Squats
Over the last two weeks I've been in Canada assisting Amit Sapir as he set a new World Record in the Raw Squat or at Donnie Thompson's gym in South Carolina collaborating on training and rehab. I've been training 6-7 days a week but you'll likely enjoy this inspiring video of Amit more.
The Introduction of "The Enforcer"
Finding my groove with my life changes, training, and dialing in my weight to maximize my deadlift and my total.
Using Your Body's Mobility and Stability Mechanisms to Drive Perfor...
Let's climb in the driver seat of that car with a performance-tuned suspension and a set of tires that will connect that power to the ground and put the pedal to the floor!
Well I've gone and done it - Big changes underway & Guinness re...
I've decided to make some drastic changes in my life and chase my passion leaving my 18 years of career advancement as a corporate executive. To kick off the changes I'll be partying in epic style attempting to set the guinness world record for most squatted in one minute AND out squat Tom Platz epic 501x23 reps at the same time.
Missed lifts (916 meet squat) and Serious Introspection/Reflection
After bombing out while attempting a record setting 916lb squat Duffin spends time evaluating the constant chaos and stress in his overburdened life and the need for change.
Squatting & Deadlifting 875, talking with Pavel, & wrapping up v...
I worked up to an 875 Squat and Deadlift attempt and spent some time with Pavel Tsatsouline this week. Beginning to ramp up my intensity while bringing my volume down in preparation for a deload of both in the coming weeks. The end goal will be a strength level test at the end of this cycle.
Epic Training Continues with a Trip to SuperTraining - 2015 wk12
My epic overreaching phase continues this week as I continue to smash one workout after the next with a trip to Sacramento to visit my friend Mark Bell. I work with Bell's athletes on rehab, prehab, squats, pulls, while Mark works on my bench press.
Week 2 of Mad Volume & Challenges - 2015 wk 11
Simply put I have added some insane volume levels to my training in the last few weeks. I am recovering well but also have some pretty significant challenges coming at me in regards to my travel, workload, and schedule that I need to figure out how to resolve as well.
Back to lifting heavy weights - 2015 wk10
I am beginning to ramp up the weights lifted as well as add some significant volume to my training. During my diet phase I found my body responded really well to high volume training with my current nutrition approach. Looking forward to testing the increased volume and heavier weights in the coming months if I can keep it working within my schedule.
Training Footage During Final Weeks of cut
Excerpts of some training footage I found during the last few weeks of my diet when I wasn't recording my training log as well as some updated photos. Regularly updated training logs will commence in the next few days starting with last weeks training.
The Art Of Strength - Video
An inspiring video montage taken last week after finalizing my dramatic weight loss & physical transformation.
Pictures from my Photo Shoot - Diet Wrap up
An exceptional photo series showing what a top powerlifter looks like after shedding some excess bodyfat.
Nearing End of Diet - Pictures & Video
In the final phases of my diet in my goal to reach 5% body fat. Interestinlgy enough there have been some positive effects due to the weight loss that came to light this last week as it relates to the deadlift as you will see in this weeks video. Also some progress pic updates showing beginning of diet to now over the last 11 weeks and the dramatic change.
Working Through a Cold with high reps - 2015wk5
A personal life as intriguing as his superhuman strength, Chris Duffin’s training log tells the story of a man so dedicated to his craft that he will do whatever it takes to achieve his goals — and he always does. Duffin squatted a raw world-record 881 in October and only a month after, in November, won a GPA World Championship.
Getting Leaner, Stronger, and Helping Others - 2015wk3
Leaning up, staying strong, and a trip to Vegas
Weekly Coaching Moment: Hip Impingement Relief, Hip Stability, & Lat...
Attention to these three areas, improve Chavarha's squat immediately.
Increase Work Capacity (without Losing Strength)
Always a deep thinker, Duffin explores another method for improving your lifts.
Duffin's 3-Step Fix for Amit's World Record Squat
With only three weeks to GPA Worlds, IFBB Pro Amit Sapir seeks out another world record holder to mend a glaring hole in his technique.
Do You Squat High?
People always love trash talking depth of wide stance squatters after seeing pictures or video. Something to think about. You cannot physically see the crease of the hip from the front due to the mass of quads and such in front if it
Do You Squat High?
People always love trash talking depth of wide stance squatters after seeing pictures or video. Something to think about. You cannot physically see the crease of the hip from the front due to the mass of quads and such in front if it,
Life Changes & Deadlifts
A personal life as intriguing as his superhuman strength, Chris Duffin’s training log tells the story of a man so dedicated to his craft that he will do whatever it takes to achieve his goals — and he always does. Duffin squatted a raw world-record 881 in October and only a month after, in November, won a GPA World Championship.
The New Piece of Equipment That Will Trump Your Bad Training Environment
Don't worry. His gym isn't really closing.
How Chris Duffin Engineered His Life
Duffin's response to a difficult childhood was to forge the life he imagined for himself.
Building the Perfect Monster
If you watched the previous installments, the techniques in this video will lock down your structural needs for a bigger squat.
Is Hand and Elbow Position Sabotaging Your Squat?
Correct your shoulder mobility, integrate your lats and brace your core to hit a new squat PR.
Why "Chest Up" in the Squat is Wrong
Fixing your thoracic spine position, can immediately add 10-15 percent to your squat.
Pause to Re-evaluate Your Squat
This one movement will eliminate the most common weakness found in squats.
Duffin's Special Exercises to Maximize Glute Development
Video of my two favorite developmental tools for strength athletes that do not engage their glutes optimally.
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