Exercise Scientist Critiques Brock Lesnar’s Training and Insane Comeback

Brock Lesnar's Peak Performance and Bench Press for Striking Power00:00

By fight night, he's at peak condition and moving fast. Fast concentric on the bench press builds knockout power. All things being equal, to become a better striker, get a bigger bench press and that 100% will happen.

Hey folks, Dr. Mike from RP Strength, longtime professor of exercise and sport science, competitive bodybuilder, Brazilian jiu-jitsu grappler. Grappling involves judo, sumo wrestling, professional wrestling, the focus here with Brock Lesnar. Brock was an unbelievable standout high school and college wrestler, transitioned to professional wrestling (entertainment wrestling, scripted but fun), then became UFC heavyweight world champion. Today, critiquing his training scientifically and fitting in homoerotic jokes.

Battling Ropes Done Right01:30

Battling ropes are considered a clown show in strength and conditioning unless done explosively like Brock demonstrates. Submaximal rope work wastes time with no training effect. Explosive battling ropes build massive repeat power, endurance, peak power, transferring to picking up and slamming opponents, detaching heads or close. Do battling ropes at max intensity every time unless for recovery.

Front Squats, Hamstring Work, and Obliques02:30

Front squats with kettlebells in comfy position, good for aerobic conditioning in a circuit. Hamstring work has small range of motion; prefer massive ROM for stretch like deficit stiff-legged deadlift or glute ham raise. Slamming requires strength through massive ROM as opponents duck hips low. Obliques exercise is great, builds muscular endurance, strength, size; prefer conventional with weight like cable stack.