Episode 398 - Derrick Johnson - Olympic Weightlifting

Episode 398 - Derrick Johnson - Olympic Weightlifting

Author: Robb Wolf June 19, 2018 Duration: 53:12

For Episode 398 of The Paleo Solution Podcast we have guest Derrick Johnson. Derrick is a multi-time national championship winning Olympic weightlifter, all-time American record holder, and founder and president of the Kings of Weightlifting.

 

Show Notes

00:00 – Pre-intro and summary
3:17 – Derrick's background and how he started olympic weightlifting
6:54 – Sports background
9:06 – Nutrition, painkillers, and knee surgery
11:57 – How low carb and keto got on Derrick's radar
17:12 – Controlling inflammation
17:51 – Winning championships and breaking records
20:36 – Nutrition first and what Derrick is eating
31:30 – Food with Derrick's family
32:56 – Derrick's training
37:00 – Coaching and dealing with hard charging athletes
40:54 – Olympic weightlifting and kids specializing in sports
43:14 – Periodization and movement variability to prevent injury
45:00 – Where to find Derrick

Derrick Johnson:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/4derrick
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4derrick/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4derrick/

Kings of Weightlifting (Derrick's Non-Profit, free after-school Olympic weightlifting program for underprivileged youth with the goal of strengthening the community one kid at a time.)
Website: https://www.kingsofweightlifting.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheKingsOfWeightlifting/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekingsofweightlifting/


For years, Robb Wolf-The Paleo Solution Podcast has served as a grounded, science-based conversation about what it really means to be healthy. Robb Wolf, a leading voice in the ancestral health movement, uses this platform to explore the interconnected worlds of paleo diet principles, practical nutrition, sustainable fitness, and holistic health. The discussions move far beyond simple food lists, delving into how our modern lifestyle clashes with our evolutionary biology and what we can do about it. You’ll hear detailed explorations of metabolic flexibility, the nuances of body recomposition, and the foundations of resilient aging. Episodes often tackle circadian biology, gut health, and the practical applications of low-carb, keto, and paleo dietary frameworks, all with an eye on making the information actionable. This podcast is for anyone tired of quick fixes and seeking a deeper, evidence-informed understanding of their own well-being. While this show remains a rich archive of foundational knowledge, note that for ongoing weekly Q&A on diet and health topics, Robb now hosts 'The Healthy Rebellion Radio'. The Paleo Solution continues as an essential resource for building a robust, lasting understanding of health fundamentals.
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