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 786 – Want Faster ACL Recovery? Dr Desai’s Got You.
Can you really recover from an ACL injury faster—and without invasive surgery? In this episode, Dr. Desai reveals game-changing treatments like stem cell therapy and innovative surgical techniques that are transforming recovery for athletes. Whether you’re battling an ACL tear or looking to prevent one, don’t miss this insider guide to faster, smarter healing. Tune in and get back in the game stronger than ever.
Ep 785 – RIP Jim Abrahams, a hero in metabolic health
Discover the untold story of comedy legend Jim Abrahams, whose groundbreaking advocacy for the ketogenic diet saved his son from 100 seizures a day. Tune in as we revisit how this Hollywood icon turned relentless research into a life-saving mission. Strength, resilience, and the power of nutrition—this episode has it all.
Ep 784 – Re-up: Dr Dituri on breathing top performance
Discover the shocking benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy as we re-boot one of our favourite episodes with Dr. Joe Dituri. Can 90 minutes a day in a chamber unlock your ultimate performance? Tune in to find out.
Ep 783 – NFL Paydays, Celeb Secrets, and the Afterlife w/ Matt Vincent
NFL cash, celeb fitness hacks, the afterlife & more: Matt Vincent joins John for a conversation that’s part philosophy class and part gridiron breakdown, we’re not pulling punches on this one.
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE
Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.
Ep 782 – Life on The Ice & Recovering From Head Hits
Former pro hockey player and founder of MADabolic, Brandon Cullen, joins John to share his journey from the rink to redefining fitness. They talk brain trauma recovery, building MADabolic, and what sets it apart from the competition.
Ep 781 – Powerlifters, you NEED to hear this
Unlock the secrets to breaking powerlifting records with Ed Coan, the GOAT of strength! Discover his game-changing lifting techniques, mindset, and what sets him apart from the competition. Don’t miss this rare chance to learn from the best!
Ep 780 – Is emotional health linked to your fitness?
Strength isn’t just built in the gym—it’s forged in the battles you fight outside of it. Sean Waxman joins John to talk about mental toughness, emotional resilience, and why the barbell is your best therapist.
Ep 779 – What makes Special Ops so special?
Unlock elite training secrets, war stories, and leadership lessons from two Special Forces legends!
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE
Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.
Ep 534 – Rest Easy Mountain Dog: Recast John Meadows Interview
It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, it’s the size of the fight in the dog. We…
Ep 533 – Fighting, Guns, and Gunfighting with Jeff Gonzales & Craig Douglas
Para bellum If you’re looking for some practical combat and communication skills for law enforcement, undercover, and/or…
Ep 532 – Masters of Movement: Lunge
We proceed by doubt, by trial and error, by resisting the impulse to lunge athletically after certainty. There is…
Ep 531 – Moving From Success to Significance w/ Donnie Maib
For the second half of life to be better than the first, make the choice to step…
