Step into the world of Power Athlete Radio, where your journey towards peak performance is ignited with unwavering passion.
Brace yourself for an electrifying experience unlike any other. Led by the indomitable spirit of John Welbourn, a true legend of the NFL and the visionary force behind Power Athlete, this podcast serves as a gateway to unlocking your fullest potential.
Prepare to be enthralled as Welbourn fearlessly dissects the greatest minds in strength and conditioning while unravelling the secrets of human performance and life.
But make no mistake, dear listener, our mission goes far beyond mere information. Together we will Destroy Mediocrity and work to Empower your Performance.
So, whether your goal is to Be the Hammer, Eat the Weak or simply, Moving The Dirt, just know, you have arrived at your destined destination. Welcome to Power Athlete Radio, where greatness is born, nurtured, and unleashed upon the world.
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Ep 796 – Exercise Selection – What Works & What’s BS
Most gym programs are bloated with useless fluff that wastes your time and delivers nothing. John and Arash cut through the BS and answer your questions on exercise selection. Exposing the most overrated movements, breaking down the lifts that actually build strength, and sharing how to train smarter without spending hours in the gym. If your goal is real results, not just sweating for the sake of it, tune in now.
Ep 795 – Hard Truths & Tactics for Muscle Growth & Fat Loss
Think you’re training hard? Think again. John lays down the hard truths about muscle growth, fat loss, and why most people fail to see results. No gimmicks, just battle-tested tactics you can apply today to build muscle, burn fat, and dominate your training. If you’re serious about transforming your body, this is the wake-up call you need.
Ep 794 – Big Hits, Big Egos: The Reality of NFL w/ Jesse On Fire
Who’s taking home the Lombardi, and who’s about to get exposed? This week on Power Athlete Radio, we bring in the firepower with Jesse on Fire to break down the Super Bowl matchup like no one else. We’re calling out the pretenders, dissecting the contenders, and giving you the raw, unfiltered football talk you won’t get anywhere else. No fluff. No safe takes. Just real insight from guys who know what it takes to win.
Ep 793 – Best of Power Athlete Radio: Strength Edition
Get ready for a powerhouse episode as we bring you the best of Power Athlete Radio, featuring three of our most popular guests—Louie Simmons, Jim Wendler, and Mark Rippetoe. These legends break down the fundamentals of real strength: building a foundation with GPP, mastering the basics, and the power of progressive overload.
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE
Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.
Ep 792 – The Miseducation of Society w/ Ben Skutnik
Are we losing the ability to think for ourselves? Join Certified Power Athlete Coach, Ben Skutnik, joins John to tackle the decline of education, the struggles of college athletes, and how to train your brain to crush the BS. Don’t miss this truth bomb-filled episode!
Ep 791 – RE-UP: Diet FACTS vs FADS w/ Robb Wolf
Sick of jumping from one diet fad to the next? In this re-run episode, Robb Wolf—NY Times bestselling author and health rebel—joins us to break down the truth behind the latest wellness trends, diet gimmicks, and the real deal on sodium. Get ready for a no-nonsense, truth-packed episode that will leave you fired up to ditch the BS and take control of your health.
Ep 790 – RE-UP: Walk a Hero’s Path w/ Rudy Reyes
Join Marine and master motivator Rudy Reyes as he takes you on the Hero’s Journey in this powerful re-up episode. Hear his inspiring stories of grit, resilience, and purpose, and learn how to apply these lessons to your own life. Whether you’re facing life’s battles or striving to be your best, this episode will leave you fired up and ready to walk your own path.
Ep 789 – The Secret to Crushing Life’s Challenges
Unlock the secrets to resilience, personal growth, and living a healthier life with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and Power Athlete Dragon Slayer, Arash Soofiani. We dive into how the grind on the mats mirrors life’s toughest battles, teaching grit, humility, and mental toughness. Whether you’re chasing peak performance or looking to level up your mindset, this conversation will leave you inspired and ready to take on anything.
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE
Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.
Ep 716 – Shot at Greatness: Coaching an Olympic Team
Unveiling the secrets behind Olympic coaching. Power Athlete Certified Coach Dr. Matt Zanis shares his journey, morphing…
Ep 715 – Optimizing Movement Through Innovation w/ David Weck
Weck’s mission? To advance performance through the innovation. Meet David Weck, biomechanics wizard and inventor specializing in…
Ep 714 – End of an Era
We say a fond farewell to our Director of Training, Christopher McQuilkin. Christopher, AKA Tex, McQuilkin has…
Ep 713 – VO2 Max: What is it & Why is it Important?
Discover how your VO2 Max relates to health. Have you heard the term VO2 Max, but have…
