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The film follows Ricky LaRocca, a strongman competitor, as he navigates the physical and emotional challenges of his sport. It captures his journey from a violent past, marked by high-control parole, to finding an outlet for his anger and pain through strongman competitions. Ricky describes strongman as a way to push his body to new limits, comparing it to discovering new notes in music, which reflects his deep connection to the sport.
The documentary also portrays the intense physical toll that strongman events take on athletes. Ricky experiences a severe injury during a frame carry event, leading to a knee injury that he initially ignores. The film details his subsequent medical challenges, including a blood clot that requires emergency surgery, highlighting the risks associated with extreme physical competition and the determination required to overcome them.
Why Watch
- •See Ricky push his limits in intense strongman competitions.
- •Find out how Ricky copes with his violent past.
- •Meet the supportive community around strongman athletes.
Did You Know
•Ricky LaRocca was on high-control parole due to being a violent felon.
•Ricky felt his knee pop during a strongman event but continued competing.
•Ricky underwent emergency surgery for a blood clot after his initial surgery.
Perfect For
Strongman competitionsOvercoming personal strugglesExtreme sports enthusiasts