Podcast | Training Ep 771 – All Blacks HERO Owen Franks on life & lifting

Author / John

1 Hour 32 Minute Listen

Owen dives deep on the role of his father, rugby culture in New Zealand, and elite longevity.

We’ve got an absolute powerhouse joining us on today’s episode, none other than the rugby titan himself, Owen Franks—two-time World Cup champion, certified beast, and former cornerstone of the legendary New Zealand All Blacks. This guy didn’t just play the game; he redefined what it means to be a relentless force on the field.

Owen’s journey didn’t end when he hung up the boots. Retirement might’ve stopped his days in the black jersey, but it didn’t stop the grind. Today, we’re diving into life after rugby and what it takes to pivot when the stadium lights go off but the fire in your belly keeps burning.

We’re also unveiling his collaboration with Power Athlete, where Owen channels the commitment to strength, discipline, and relentless improvement that defined his career. Together, we’re taking that All Blacks’ ethos of excellence and adapting it to empower you to dominate in your battles, whatever they are. Tune in, lean forward, and get ready to learn from one of the greats who knows a thing or two about breaking limits and rewriting the rules.

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John

John Welbourn is CEO of Power Athlete and host of Power Athlete Radio. He is a 9 year starter and veteran of the NFL. John was drafted with the 97th pick in 1999 NFL Draft and went on to be a starter for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1999-2003, appearing in 3 NFC Championship games, and for starter for the Kansas City Chiefs from 2004-2007. In 2008, he played with the New England Patriots until an injury ended his season early with him retiring in 2009. Over the course of his career, John has started over 100 games and has 10 play-off appearances. He was a four year lettermen while playing football at the University of California at Berkeley. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in Rhetoric in 1998. John has worked with the MLB, NFL, NHL, Olympic athletes and Military. He travels the world lecturing on performance and nutrition and records his podcast, Power Athlete Radio, every week with over 800 episodes spanning 13 years. You can catch up with John as his personal blog, Talk To Me Johnnie, on social media @johnwelbourn or at Power Athlete Radio.