505 Kilos: What It REALLY Takes to Break Deadlift Records

What does it take to pull the 505-kilo deadlift? World’s Strongest Man Mitchell Hooper explains what it REALLY demands, inside and outside the gym.In episode 1144 of Mark Bell’s Power Project Podcast, Mark Bell, Nsima Inyang, and Andrew Zaragoza chat with Mitchell Hooper about the grit, preparation, and mindset behind attempting lifts no human has accomplished. Mitchell doesn’t just talk numbers; he breaks down the discipline and confidence needed to carry the world’s heaviest weights.But this episode is about way more than just lifting. Mitchell shares how growing up playing hockey  shaped his athletic abilities and how small steps can yield massive fitness returns. The crew dives into topics like balancing health and strength, "pharmaceuticals", the mental side of training, and Mitchell’s future goals like competing in Ironman races after strongman.Follow Mitchell on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mitchellhooper/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mitchellhooperstrongmanSpecial perks for our listeners below!🚨 The Best Red Light Therapy Devices and Blue Blocking Glasses On The Market! 😎➢https://emr-tek.com/Use code: POWERPROJECT to save 20% off your order!👟 BEST LOOKING AND FUNCTIONING BAREFOOT SHOES 🦶➢https://vivobarefoot.com/powerproject🥩 HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN! 🍖 ➢ https://goodlifeproteins.com/ Code POWER to save 20% off site wide, or code POWERPROJECT to save an additional 5% off your Build a Box Subscription!🩸 Get your BLOODWORK Done! 🩸 ➢ https://marekhealth.com/PowerProject to receive 10% off our Panel, Check Up Panel or any custom panel, and use code POWERPROJECT for 10% off any lab!Self Explanatory 🍆 ➢ Enlarging Pumps (This really works): https://bit.ly/powerproject1Pumps explained:   ➢ https://withinyoubrand.com/ Code POWERPROJECT to save 15% off supplements!➢ https://markbellslingshot.com/ Code POWERPROJECT to save 15% off all gear and apparel!Follow Mark Bell's Power Project Podcast➢ https://www.PowerProject.live➢ https://lnk.to/PowerProjectPodcast➢ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/markbellspowerproject➢ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/markbellspowerprojectFOLLOW Mark Bell➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksmellybell➢https://www.tiktok.com/@marksmellybell➢ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBellSuperTraining➢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/marksmellybellFollow Nsima Inyang➢ Ropes and equipment : https://thestrongerhuman.store➢ Community & Courses: https://www.skool.com/thestrongerhuman➢ YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/c/NsimaInyang➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nsimainyang/?hl=enFollow Andrew Zaragoza➢ Podcast Courses and Free Guides: https://pursuepodcasting.com/iamandrewz➢ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamandrewz/➢ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iamandrewzChapters:0:00 Introduction and Mitchell’s Goal to Break the 505-Kilo Deadlift Record6:30 Strength for Everyone: Physical and Mental Resilience12:00 Fitness Tips: Mobility, Aerobic Fitness, and Small Efforts that Add Up18:00 The Importance of Focusing on Process Over Outcome24:00 Mental Health: Mitchell’s Struggles and the Role of Therapy31:00 Training Philosophy: Simplicity and Avoiding Overcomplication38:00 Balancing Strength Goals with Long-Term Health46:00 Growing Strongman and Inspiring Others52:00 Planning Life After Strongman: Ironman Goals and Giving Back1:00:00 How Mitchell Handles Pressure and Builds Confidence for Big Lifts1:08:00 Thoughts on Pharmaceutical Use and Maintaining Health in Strongman1:15:00 Simplifying Training: Why Less Is Often More1:22:00 Building Confidence Through Exposure and Accepting Failure1:28:00 Writing a Book and Creating a Documentary About His Journey1:34:00 Navigating Social Media and Balancing Work With Personal Life1:41:00 Tips for Trying New Things and Breaking Comfort Zones1:48:00 Final Reflections and Mitchell’s Vision for the Future