Strength Beyond the Barbell: Russell Yankee’s Journey of Lifting, Resilience & Growth

In this episode of Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, host Adam Wittbrodt and co-host Jordan Eckman sit down with Russell Yankee, whose story of resilience and transformation is fueled by iron and grit. From his first days in the weight room to building strength that goes far beyond the barbell, Russell shares how lifting became both his outlet and his foundation for growth. And what it takes to build elite level strength. 

He opens up about the discipline it takes to train consistently, the setbacks he’s overcome along the way, and how strength training reshaped not just his body, but his mindset and outlook on life. Together, Adam and Russ dive into the parallels between pushing weight in the gym and pushing through life’s toughest challenges.

Whether you’re chasing PRs or fighting your own uphill battles, this conversation will inspire you to dig deeper, stay consistent, and find strength where you least expect it.

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