Art of Manliness Podcast #114: Becoming a Kabuki Warrior With Chris Duffin

Originally published May 2015 World record-setting powerlifter Chris Duffin embodies what Teddy Roosevelt called “the strenuous life.” Not only has he trained hard to lift superhuman amounts of weight, but he’s strived to be the best man he can be in his family and professional life. Chris came from a life of poverty, but through grit and drive he’s been able to create a great life for himself and his family. You’ve got to read his backstory; if there’s such a thing as a self-made man, Duffin is it. Chris and I talk about strength training and why men should be physically strong, but we also discuss how he has managed to balance family, work, and competitive powerlifting. Lots of great takeaways from this show. Show Highlights How Chris went from living in a condemned trailer as a child to becoming a corporate executive, owning his own gym, and setting powerlifting world records A crash-course on the world of powerlifting Why a man should strive to become a “Kabuki Warrior” How physical strength helps a man become a pillar of strength in his family and community How a workout tool used by ancient Hindus can help you become a better lifter In five minutes, Chris gives you pretty much all the info you’ll ever need on nutrition and strength training And much more! Follow us! https://ift.tt/1FOPIX2 http://twitter.com/artofmanliness https://ift.tt/YAd15k https://ift.tt/1DUJeqE