Powerlifting, Purpose & a Near-Death Experience That Changed Everything | Stuart Locke | Truth Serum with Tyler Minton | EP.032

Last December, Stuart Locke, the coach and mind behind Kodiak Barbell, nearly didn't come home. An allergic reaction to anesthetic left him fighting for his life, and his wife facing decisions no spouse should ever have to make. He made it through. And he believes he knows exactly why. In this episode of Truth Serum Podcast, Stuart opens up about the experience that tested everything: his body, his identity, and his faith. We get into how it has reshaped the way he thinks about coaching, strength, and what it means to truly show up for the people in your corner. We also go deep on what makes Kodiak Barbell different. Stuart's coaching philosophy, how he builds athletes who are mentally and physically tough, his approach to powerlifting programming, and the culture he has built around the barbell. If you train, compete, or coach, or if you have ever faced something that made you question what you are really made of, this one is for you. In this episode:   Stuart's near-death experience and the role his Christian faith played in his survival The Kodiak Barbell philosophy and what it demands of athletes How Stuart programs for strength and powerlifting performance Coaching identity and what it means to develop athletes, not just build numbers.   Follow Stuart & Kodiak Barbell https://www.instagram.com/stu_kodiakbarbell/?hl=en   ✅ Fuel Your Performance – Protekt Products Electrolytes that actually work. Liquid, clean, and built for warriors. Hydration, energy, and recovery—backed by science and performance. 👉 http://protekt.com/truth   ✅ Train Longer, Recover Faster – Vitargo – Use code TRUTH15 When the work gets real, your fuel matters. Vitargo delivers rapid carbs to keep you going and ready for the next session. 👉 https://vitargousa.com   ✅ Upgrade Your Recovery – Valo Red Light – Use code TRUTH20 More than recovery. Daily red light therapy to help you stay consistent, reduce fatigue, and perform better over time. 👉 https://www.valoredlight.com/   Follow Truth Serum Podcast Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/tylermintonnutrition/?hl=en Podcast IG:  https://www.instagram.com/truthserumpodcast_/?hl=en TikTok:  @TruthSerumPod Website:  https://ethosnutritioncoaching.com/ Newsletter:  https://ethosnutritioncoaching.com/truth-serum-weekly-newsletter/