Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates #367 Matt Wenning - Biomechanics, Strength, and Mental Toughness
Matt Wenning is a rare combination of high level education (Masters Degree in Biomechanics) and high level competition success (3x World Champion powerlifter and multiple record holder). Matt joins me to share his thoughts on:
-Biomechanics, specifically practical and tactical nuance, and underrated ideas he feels aren’t utilized often enough
-Why he feels variety is important but how to apply variety
-Why experienced lifters may benefit from thoughtful variety in their programming and why newer lifters benefit more from more time focusing on consistent skills
-How to train for power and explosiveness
-How to get strong
-How to develop grit and mental toughness
-And much more
02:35 The Importance of Gym Environment
06:22 Biomechanics and Training Variety
13:12 Strength Training and Injury Prevention
23:15 Plyometrics and Practical Applications
28:44 Concerns About Long-Term Athletic Performance
29:02 The Reality of Genetic Gifts in Fitness
29:32 The Importance of Patience in Strength Training
30:09 Practical Tips for Everyday Strength
30:33 Stress Management for Firefighters
31:12 The Role of Recovery in Strength Training
32:29 Understanding Muscle and Strength Development
38:25 The Importance of Exercise Variation
41:40 Mental Toughness and Physical Limits
47:21 Developing Grit and Consistency
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