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The Dan John Podcast

Author: Dan John

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Conversations on strength, health, fitness, life, coaching, and anything else that comes up.

Dan John has spent his life with one foot in the world of lifting and throwing, and the other foot in academia. An All-American discus thrower, Dan has also competed at the highest levels of Olympic lifting, Highland Games and the Weight Pentathlon, an event in which he holds the American record.

Dan has written 14 books and has been coaching for over 40 years. He is a wealth of knowledge and is happy to share it freely.
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00:00 - Intro00:47 - Dan John on Loaded Carries on the Back09:22 - The Benefit of Olympic Lifts for Performance16:06 - Alternatives to Walking After Lifting23:05 - Easy Strength Success Story26:17 - Balancing Easy Strength for Fat Loss and Armor Building Formula32:00 - Maintaining Muscle After 50► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:34 - Which Programs to Use With Limited Weights08:19 - Combining Easy Strength, ABF, and Norwegian 4×413:21 - Strength Training After Paralysis17:46 - Fixing Shoulder Pain With Daily Hanging22:03 - Double vs Single ABC24:48 - Simple Nutrition Tracking With Journals28:11 - Using Uneven Kettlebells in the ABC► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:44 - Two-Day Armor Building Formula06:28 - Adding Barbell Work and Pull-Ups to the ABF12:23 - Working Out and Real Longevity Habits20:12 - Rest Periods for Loaded Carries27:27 - Adding Rows in the Coyote Workout31:46 - Improving the Press for Poor Squatters35:28 - What the Hell Effect for Aging Tennis Players39:54 - Smart Strength Training After 60’s45:47 - Switching Programs Every 6–8 Weeks51:48 - Balancing ABC Training and Fat Loss57:17 - Combining ABC with Tactical Barbell► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:52 - Dan John on the Value of the Chest Expander06:24 - Easy Strength and Armor Building Formula for Pickleball14:15 - Overhead Squat Mobility16:01 - Building Strong Tendons and Ligaments Over Time22:51 - Improving Sleep and Recovery with Sauna30:58 - Armor Building Formula for Adult Athletes34:17 - Dan John's Training Journals for Progress50:38 - The Right Way to Train and Lose Fat59:21 - Building Strength and Fitness After 55► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro01:02 - Balancing ES, ABF, and Powerlifting07:41 - Dan John on The Walk After the Weights16:10 - Transitioning from Single to Double Bell ABC20:59 - 3x3 vs 5x2 for Easy Strength for Fat Loss27:53 - Finding Gaps and Goals for Lifelong Health33:53 - Finding “Enough” Before Diminishing Returns40:09 - Building the Single Kettlebell Press46:23 - Minimalist Work for the Seasoned Lifter48:46 - Rite of Passage to ABC with Single Bells54:30 - Building a Sustainable Training Week in Midlife► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro01:07 - Rack Deadlifts, Deficit Deadlifts, and Quarter Squats10:44 - Combining ABF with Original Strength 19:22 - Working Out Twice a Day28:21 - Dan John's Workout Structure for His Training Groups35:58 - Best Squat Alternatives41:17 - How a Well-Knitted Life Makes You Leaner and Healthier► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro02:02 - Balancing Bodybuilding & Strength Training08:27 - Adjusting Programs for Your Needs14:10 - Balancing Fat Loss, Recovery, and Strength with KB Training20:12 - Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced KB Training27:02 - Lessons from the Catholic Church for Dan John► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro03:23 - Progressing from High-Rep Squats to 2-3-5 Clusters08:49 - Progressing Weight in the ABC12:05 - Combining Armor Building Complex with 5-3-119:13 - Uneven ABC Weight Selection24:01 - Replacing Back Squats with Goblet Squats After 50s28:22 - Maintaining Snatch Skill with Moderate Sets31:40 - Building Muscle with Low Protein Intake► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro01:01 - Dan John on Kettlebell Mount Rushmore10:24 - Getting Maximum Benefits From Goblet Squats14:03 - Finding the Right Offset Balance in KB Training17:57 - Using Machines for Turning Back to Home Training24:43 - Going from Weak to Strong30:02 - Bare Minimum Equipment for a Home Gym36:56 - Muscle Imbalances During Injury Trainings41:36 - Dan John on Diets49:01 - Favorite Programs Using Machines52:56 - Non-Traditional Strength Training► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:49 - The Role of Emotions in Training and Mental Warm-Up10:22 - If Dan John Opens a Gym...13:21 - Adding Sprint Work to ABF as a Busy Dad16:44 - Building Rack Strength in ABF19:29 - Dan John’s Favorite Sports Movies25:27 - Doing Pull-ups without MAPS30:01 - Dan John on Building and Maintaining Strong Relationships► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro01:08 - Best Tips for Pressing the Beast15:55 - Kettlebell Training with Injuries22:21 - Dan John’s Utah Jazz Stories27:23 - Best Exercises for Adult Basketball Players29:45 - Front Squats vs. Back Squats for Building Big Quads33:55 - The Best Twice-a-Week Program for Runners39:10 - Regaining Pull-Up Strength44:15 - Training Around Regular Blood Donation46:39 - Combining Endurance & Strength Training50:04 - Dan John on Building Simple Health Habits► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:57 - Understanding the High Volume in the ABF07:43 - Alternating Barbell and Kettlebell Workouts12:07 - Dan John’s Travel Workout Routine16:12 - Making Meditation a Daily Practice and Its Benefits23:32 - The Value of Suitcase Carry27:22 - Running the Armor Building Formula Twice a Week33:09 - Starting Olympic Lifts as a Powerlifter36:22 - Dan John’s Guide to Losing 50 Pounds41:32 - Adding Pull-ups to Armor Building?!43:45 - Reaching 30 Mins in ABF, Next?45:50 - The Best Way to Increase ABF Numbers► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:57 - Best Short-Term Barbell Program09:17 - Rite of Passage Strength Standards for Average Man13:01 - Choosing the Right Kettlebell Program for Your Level19:02 - Spreading the Load in Easy Strength24:48 - Building a Strong Base for Single Kettlebell Press28:07 -  Future-proofing Your Body and Strength35:21 - Improving Your Core Strength42:46 - Full Body vs OLAD for Strength, Hypertrophy► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:50 - Planning, Measuring, and Adjusting Your Workouts14:43 - Adding Army’s Exercises to ES4FL17:59 - Bouncing Back from Training Setbacks22:53 - Replacing the NFL Combine Bench Press Test29:01 - Best Program for Seniors35:50 - Best Father Son Workouts39:20 - After You’ve Passed Your Fitness Peak43:05 - Balancing Upper and Lower Body Strength in Training► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:47 - ABF and Easy Strength for Gaining Strength06:45 - Doing Too Much Cardio in ES4FL14:58 - Best Father Son Workouts26:06 - Starting a Program As a Beginner34:16 - Right Age for Kids to Start Working Out38:26 - Adding in Olympic Lifts into Your Workouts► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:41 - Working Out While Traveling09:49 - The Best Program for Military Training15:55 - Replacing Kettlebell Work with Olympic Lifts19:18 - Dan John on What the Heck Effect26:46 - Being Consistent in Fitness33:19 - Progressive Overload with Loaded Carries?38:07 - The Best Training Program for Multi-Sport Athletes40:19 - Best Lifts And Drills for Throwers► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:45 - Continuous Clean & Press vs. Clean & Press03:01 - Dan John on Students Struggle to Retain Lifting Basics07:14 - Keeping Students Engaged Long-Term11:31 - Adding Dips and Chins to the ABF17:11 - Training a 65-Year-Old Batman24:11 - Best Way to Train While Traveling31:29 - Push Press vs. Strict Overhead Press36:03 - Kettlebell Work with Doubles vs. Singles39:51 - Improving Press Strength without Horizontal Presses ► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com. ► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group. ► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro01:09 - Balancing Basic Training and Sports-Specific Exercises11:00 - The Best Program for Fat Loss & Beginner KB Program for Women21:02 - Focusing on Strength or Fat Loss First??27:24 - Using HEAVY Weight in a Park Bench Program30:29 - Doing Big Five Programs with Double Kettlebells33:38 - The Whys and Hows of The 1 Kettlebell Workout37:20 - Working Out with a Broken Body as A 30+45:25 - Kettlebell ABF vs. Barbell ABF 48:46 - Strength Training: Working on Your Weak Spots ► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com. ► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group. ► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro01:11 - Dan John’s Take on “Functional Fitness”20:31 - Handling DOMS As Older Athletes30:39 - Best way to Push Yourself with ABC36:04 - Doing ABF without the Press?! ► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com. ► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group. ► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
00:00 - Intro00:39 - Adding Squats to the Rite of Passage11:12 - Dan John on Wind, Records, and the Future of the Discus19:02 - Returning to Barbell Training After Years & Mobility  29:12 - Getting the Full Benefits of Olympic Lifting From Kettlebells ► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com. ► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group. ► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
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