The Dan John Podcast

Conversations on strength, health, fitness, life, coaching, and anything else that comes up.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />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.

EP 329 - Planning Your Next Training Year, Squats, Dad Strength, ABC, Bench Press & More

00:00 - Intro00:43 - Planning Your Training Year12:36 - Are Squats Dangerous for Your Knees?18:51 - Building Carrying Strength for Family26:07 - Progressing ABC Without Heavier Bells30:12 - Who Really Needs the Bench 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.

12-11
39:53

EP 328 - Easy Strength, Maintaining Muscle, Fat Loss, Walking, ABF, Loaded Carries & More

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.

12-04
41:44

EP 327 - Norwegian 4×4, ABF, Double vs Single ABC, Easy Strength, Uneven KB Training & More

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.

11-27
32:26

EP 326 - Longevity, Switching Programs, WTH Effect, ABC, Fat Loss, Loaded Carries

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.

11-20
01:02:30

EP 325 - ABF, Building Strength After 55, Losing Fat, Bulletproof Joints, Sleep & Recovery

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.

11-13
01:10:11

EP 324 - KB Press, Rite of Passage, Easy Strength, ABC, Walking, Minimalism, Fat Loss & More

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.

11-06
01:01:11

EP 323 - ABF, Squats, Original Strength, Loaded Carries, Rack & Deficit Deadlifts & More

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.

10-30
51:11

EP 322 - Bodybuilding & Strength Training, Fat Loss, Adjusting Programs, Recovery & More

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.

10-23
38:56

EP 321 - ABC, Squats, Building Muscle, KB Snatches, 5-3-1 Workout, Loaded Carries & More

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.

10-16
39:05

EP 320 - Building Strength, Goblet Squats, Machine Workouts, Offset Training, Diet Tips & More

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.

10-09
01:01:44

EP 319 - ABF, Pull-ups, Loaded Carries, Warm-up Tips, Dan's Gym, Sports Movies & More

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.

10-02
42:35

EP 318 - Pressing the Beast, Front vs Back Squat, Combining Endurance & Strength, Pull-ups

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.

09-25
58:45

EP 317 - ABF, Loaded Carries, Losing Fat, Pull-ups, Alternating Barbell & KB, Travelling

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.

09-18
51:16

EP 316 - Rite of Passage, Easy Strength, Barbell Program, KB Progressions, Core Strength

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.

09-11
51:25

EP 315 - Easy Strength, Planning Workouts, Program for Seniors, Training Setbacks & More

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.

09-04
47:29

EP 314 - ABF vs Easy Strength, Olympic Lifts, Building Strength, Workouts for Kids & More

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.

08-28
45:41

EP 313 - "What the Hell" Effect, Loaded Carries, Olympic Lifts, Travel, Staying Consistent

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.

08-21
44:53

EP 312 - ABF, Traveling, Double vs. Single KB, Press Strength, Dips, Clean & Press & More

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.

08-14
46:15

EP 311 - Best Program for Fat Loss, KB vs Barbell ABF, Double KBs, Training with Injuries

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.

08-07
55:48

EP 310 - ABC, Functional Fitness, ABF, Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness & More

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.

07-31
43:51

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