Think Pilates Won’t Build Strength? Laremy Tunsil Says It Helped Boost His Bench Press to 515 Lbs

NFL star Laremy Tunsil is incredibly strong. He recently maxed out his bench press at 515 pounds and is unstoppable on the football field. In today's episode he breaks down the surprising habits behind his explosive strength, from Pilates and Olympic lifting to supplements, recovery, and smarter training. He shares how he stays strong, mobile, and durable at 320 pounds—and what everyday guys can do to build more strength without sacrificing mobility.

In this episode:

• Laremy Tunsil's workout routine for peak NFL performance
• Why he does Pilates 4 times a week all off-season
• His 3 training nonnegotiables for peak strength
• The recovery habits that keep him durable
• How his training regimen has changed after 11 years in the NFL

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