Gift of Injury (1306) Documentary Part 1

I’m excited to share this behind-the-scenes video, offering a deeper look into the creation of my book. This two-part documentary series aims to showcase behind-the-scenes footage, stories, and context while highlighting the journey. The book was released nearly seven years ago, in October 2017, with a prologue added in 2021. “Gift of Injury” narrates the complete story of my comprehensive transformation and rebuilding with the help of Dr. McGill. If you’re curious about my journey, the book contains all the details, and this video provides additional context and stories but does not replace the book’s contents.

While the book delves into my personal experience, it doesn’t encompass the perspectives of others (aside from Dr. McGill) and our work together, which was life-changing. Furthermore, it doesn’t showcase essential elements such as video documentation of training, footage from events, and insights into the final push for the 1306 and how it all came together. In my opinion, it makes the Gift of Injury come to life.

Part 1 delves into the behind-the-scenes of coming off TRT, taking a break from lifting, and then making one last push. It covers the ups and downs I faced after competing for 19 years in powerlifting and how I just wanted to do “one more thing I would be happy with.”

Part 2 – coming this summer 

Part 2 goes into the last push, starting with me beginning my training cycle after getting the positive pregnancy news and growing to 320 lbs. It explores my mental, spiritual, and physical transformation as I become a dad and make one last push toward a World Record. Spoiler alert: It was NOT easy, and many obstacles are not particularly relevant to my recovery story, but they provide an exciting context for many, as I’m an open book in this series.

Lastly, I wanted to acknowledge my pathway to surrendering to Christ and letting go of my goals. I want to thank those that helped me on my powerlifting journey, those that I trained with for 15 years (Adam Driggers), those that helped me figure out what I was going to do with myself like Dave Tate, those who helped with restoring my fertility (Ken at Vox Medical), and Stan Efferding initially with suggesting a protocol. Jonathan Byrd, a loyal training partner for five years (as you will see in part 2 even more), and then, of course, my Amazing Wife Ria, who has been the most enormous help during my powerlifting career, even lugging twins 10 hours to Rogersville, TN in October of 2020 for my last meet.

Having my assistant and coworker Bristol Williams put this together (BW Edits) and facilitate this complex project has been a blessing. Thank you, Bristol, for all the hard work. I can’t wait to see how part 2 comes out.

Brian offers Virtual & in-person coaching

Back Injured Average Mary or Joe who wants their life back

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Lift and exercise coaching & cueing to troubleshoot form

Program adherence & accountability coaching

Nutrition & Supplementation Coaching & Guidance (10 or 20 weeks)