Ed Coan, 71 World Records and Still the GOAT of Powerlifting (Lifting Legends #2) | Ep 369

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Ed Cohn, nicknamed the "Mozart of Strength," set 71 world records in powerlifting and became the lightest man to total over 2,400 pounds through his mastery of progressive overload and passion-driven consistency.

His approach contrasts sharply with today's overcomplicated fitness culture, proving that simplicity and fundamentals still build champions.

Ed is still considered the greatest powerlifter of all time, so what can we as modern lifters learn from his timeless approach to building strength?

Learn how Ed went from a bullied 155-pound teenager training in his basement to becoming the lightest man to total over 2,400 pounds, and why his simple, passion-driven methods still outperform today's complicated training programs.

Main Takeaways:

• Ed Coan set 71 world records using 3 simple principles
• His 1991 total of 2,402 pounds at 218 bodyweight represented a 14.5% improvement over previous world records
• Modern fitness culture has more information than ever but less wisdom
• Passion endures where motivation fails
• True champions elevate others instead of just dominating them

Previous Lifting Legend Episodes:

• 5 Rules of Ronnie Coleman, King of Bodybuilding (Lifting Legends #1) | Ep 353

Timestamps:

0:00 - Why Ed Coan is still the GOAT of powerlifting
2:22 - From bullied kid to basement training legend
3:26 - The systematic approach that built a champion
5:17 - 71 world records and seemingly impossible strength-to-weight ratio
10:27 - Simple principles vs. complicated programming
13:05 - The human behind the machine
16:24 - Passion vs. motivation and overcoming setbacks
20:00 - Ed's legacy

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