Born to Be Great

What Champions Do When Nobody's Watching ft. Lewis Caralla


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Greatness isn’t talent. It’s standards, habits, and discipline.

Justin and Nick sit down with elite strength coach Lewis Caralla to break down what it really takes to build winners — on the field and in life.

This episode explores discipline, accountability, unfair workouts, mentorship, mental toughness, and why winning is built through daily habits, not highlights.

Coach Lew shares lessons from his journey, coaching philosophy, and why embracing discomfort is the price of becoming great.


Key Takeaways

🟦 Toughness and accountability still matter

🟦 Winning is built daily

🟦 Little wins compound

🟦 Mental resilience beats talent


00:00 - Introduction

01:50 - Lew’s Journey and Career Beginnings

03:33 - Evolution of Training Methods

04:17 - Life Lessons Through Training

06:24 - Challenges Athletes Face Post-College

08:53 - Impact of Modern College Football Dynamics

10:09 - Mentorship and Accountability

11:52 - Hunger For More

13:57 - Winning Philosophy and Daily Victories

16:29 - The Winning Mindset

19:35 - The Impact of Social Media

20:16 - Longevity of the Game

25:07 - Goal Setting and Personal Growth

27:05 - Moment of Realization

28:42 - Admitting Your Potential

30:02 - Exercise For Potential

32:03 - The Importance of Intangibles

36:26 - Conquering Doubt and Achieving Greatness


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Born to Be GreatBy Justin Block and Nick Ralston