Brian Shaw is a former professional basketball player turned strongman and personal trainer from Fort Lupton, Colorado. During a weightlifting session in high school, he felt it was his calling. He has had success in many strongman competitions, winning multiple Arnold Strongman Championships and World's Strongest Man titles. Shaw holds world records in deadlifting over 1,140 pounds and lifting an Atlas stone weighing 560 pounds. He shares his training methods through his YouTube channel and website.