Unit 731 Experiments and Strength Training: How WWII Shaped Our Beliefs on Weight Training for Youth

Written By Connor Lyons

In this episode of Strength Coach Rants, we explore the dark history of Unit 731, the notorious Japanese military unit that conducted inhumane experiments during World War II, including those on children. These horrifying events left an indelible mark on scientific and cultural perceptions of physical development in youth.

Connor Lyons

Connor Lyons is a strength and conditioning coach with 14 years of experience. He’s a graduate of USF’s Morsani College of Medicine and recieved his degree in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. He’s spent time at the University level, in the private sector and even spent time at the Olympic level. He’s a firm believer in patterning, positioning and strength being the foundation for all performance in sport and in life. He’s the owner of The Lyons Den Sports Performance and Strength Coach University.

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