#477 Stuart Locke - Being Hard to Kill, Being Easy to Coach

#477 Stuart Locke - Being Hard to Kill, Being Easy to Coach

Author: Andrew Coates June 11, 2026 Duration: 53:53

Stu Locke is a renowned powerlifting coach and joins me to share his experience with:


Surviving a recent near-death health scare

The dumbest and most effective strategies Stu has tried to intentionally gain weight

Why he believes most people are focused on the wrong stuff in their training

Why he believes in “aggressive and violent intent toward whatever goal you want to accomplish”

The kind of mental stuff that gets in people’s heads and in their own way that interferes with results

Managing neuroticism as a coach and as a client

How to self-soothe in a training session when you’re stressing out

Why it’s better to let people know who you are “in front of the paywall” instead of “behind the paywall”

And much more


Instagram: @stu_kodiakbarbell


CHAPTERS


00:16 Near Death Surgery Story

01:18 Genetic Trigger Explained

02:40 ICU Crisis and Recovery

05:41 Muscle Mass: Double-Edged Sword

06:44 Dumb Bulking Mistakes

08:09 Vertical Diet and PED Bulk

11:49 Smart Lean Gains Plan

16:12 Stop Majoring in Minors

18:19 Real Fatigue vs Hard Training

22:31 Aggressive Goal Mindset

27:03 Subscribe and Reset

27:23 Shut Up and Get Coached

27:47 Anxiety vs Neuroticism

29:57 Rebuilding Self Image

31:27 The Play-It-Out Method

33:19 Coach Buy-In

34:43 Self-Soothe Training

37:50 Crash Outs and Childhood

40:05 Front of Paywall Authenticity

44:26 Curated Image Exposed

46:31 Avoid Being an NPC

48:30 Hobbies and Clients

50:24 Sports and Outsourcing Joy

52:58 Wrap Up and Where To Follow


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Andrew Coates hosts Lift Free And Diet Hard, a conversation grounded in the belief that strength and wellness are built on more than just routines. This podcast moves beyond quick fixes to examine the principles and personal stories that shape a sustainable, intentional life. You’ll hear from a variety of inspiring guests who share not only their expertise but also the real-world challenges and triumphs they’ve faced. The discussions naturally weave together the science of fitness with the practicalities of daily choices, offering a nuanced look at what it means to truly care for your physical and mental health. Each episode is designed to provide actionable insights you can use to navigate your own path, fostering resilience and confidence whether you're in the gym or the kitchen. By focusing on informed decision-making over dogma, the Lift Free And Diet Hard podcast becomes a resource for anyone looking to cut through the noise of wellness culture. Andrew facilitates these explorations with a focus on empowerment, ensuring every conversation adds a layer of understanding to the complex journey of building a strong, healthy life.
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