Power Athlete Radio

Tired of fitness trends that don’t deliver? John and Arash cut through the BS to reveal what actually works,from strength training and BJJ to raw dairy, fascia training, gut health, and sugar-fueled diets. If you want real answers, tune in.ShownotesAre you a fighter & grappler? Crafted to complement your existing combat training, max out your strength, skill and conditioning so you can master the mat, hit them so it hurts, and return home a hero. START TODAYCheck out what we do:TrainingNutritionKnowledgeClick on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/Follow Arash on InstaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Matt Wenning joins John to break down what it really takes to build elite-level strength. From time-tested training principles to lessons learned under the bar with some of powerlifting’s greats, this episode is a masterclass in doing the work, avoiding costly mistakes, and training for the long haul.ShownotesAre you looking to amplify your physique and build thick sidewalk splitting slabs of muscle? Follow with the same tried-and-true training that John Welbourn followed to walk into training camp at 308 lbs & 8% body fat. Jacked Street. START TODAYCheck out what we do:TrainingNutritionKnowledgeClick on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/Follow Matt on InstaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ben Skutnik, a Certified Power Athlete Coach and nutritionist, dives into the keys to overcoming dietary obstacles. He asserts that it’s not a nutrition problem but a discipline issue, tackling topics like emotional eating and the necessity of cooking skills. Ben emphasizes the importance of meal prep and tracking food, arguing that mastering your kitchen is essential for achieving fitness goals. With humor, he navigates the chaos of parenting and encourages listeners to embrace quality home cooking over fast food for better health.

World-renowned immunologist, Dr. Robert Clancy, joins John to expose the truth about COVID, vaccines, gut health, and the failures of modern medicine. If you’re tired of fear-driven healthcare and want real answers, this episode is for you.ShownotesAre you a fighter & grappler? Crafted to complement your existing combat training, max out your strength, skill and conditioning so you can master the mat, hit them so it hurts, and return home a hero. START TODAYCheck out what we do:TrainingNutritionKnowledgeClick on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jiu Jitsu is more than submissions, it’s structure, suffering, and self-mastery. Arash Soofiani returns to share how lessons from the mat shape fatherhood, coaching, and life. From youth MMA to the mental chess of combat sports, this episode is all about building strong bodies and even stronger minds.ShownotesAre you a fighter & grappler? Crafted to complement your existing combat training, max out your strength, skill and conditioning so you can master the mat, hit them so it hurts, and return home a hero. START TODAYCheck out what we do:TrainingNutritionKnowledgeClick on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/Follow Arash on InstaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Journalist, author and amateur athlete, Henry Abbott, joins John to break down his new book Ballistic, a brutal takedown of modern coaching and why athletes are getting hurt younger and more often. From overuse injuries to one-sport burnout, they unpack what’s breaking athletes and how ballistic movement could be the antidote. Coaches, parents, and athletes, this one’s a wake-up call.ShownotesAre you looking to dominate the leaderboard and take your inner athlete to the next level? Expose yourself to the advanced training techniques that contributed to John Welbourn's 10 year NFL career. START TODAYCheck out what we do:TrainingNutritionKnowledgeClick on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/Get Henry's new book, Ballistic.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Baker Leavitt, Director at Black Rifle Coffee, joins John for a wild ride through culture, political theories, masculinity, and modern performance. From questioning mainstream narratives to unpacking the rise of GLP-1s like Ozempic, Baker opens up about his own experience with the drug, and what it says about today’s quick-fix mindset. What starts as casual banter turns into a deeper conversation about grit, identity, and the shifting landscape of male healthShownotesNo barbell? No problem. Lean & Able is our essentials program for those lean on time and equipment, but hungry for results. START TODAYCheck out what we do:TrainingNutritionKnowledgeClick on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/Follow Baker on InstaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jen Widerstrom joins John to break down the coaching app she built with Arnold Schwarzenegger, and why it’s cutting through the BS in the fitness industry. They dig into the power of real-time, individualized coaching and call out the cookie-cutter programs that overpromise and underdeliver. If you're tired of fitness fads, this episode is for youShownotesNo barbell? No problem. Lean & Able is our essentials program for those lean on time and equipment, but hungry for results. START TODAYCheck out what we do:TrainingNutritionKnowledgeClick on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/Follow Jen on InstaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Former US National Gymnastics Coach and founder of GymnasticBodies, Chris Sommer, is one of the few guys who can break your body down with just a set of rings, and then rebuild it with bulletproof joints and freaky tendon strength. This isn’t your average “how to get your first pull-up” conversation. We went deep on why so many adults are broken, what coaches get wrong about progressive overload, and how eccentrics might be the holy grail for keeping you in the game long-term.ShownotesNo barbell? No problem. Lean & Able is our essentials program for those lean on time and equipment, but hungry for results. START TODAYCheck out what we do:TrainingNutritionKnowledgeClick on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/Follow Chris on InstaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Strength is a skill, not a side quest. Former CrossFit Games athlete and coach at Training Think Tank, Kyle Ruth, joins John to break down how training has evolved (and gone soft), why Olympic lifting still matters, and what it really takes to build resilient athletes, especially when you're raising them yourself. If performance matters to you or your kids, don’t skip this one.ShownotesAre you new to training or returning to it after time away? Don’t bypass untapped potential, follow Bedrock and lay the foundation to build unparalleled strength, speed and power. START TODAYCheck out what we do:TrainingNutritionKnowledgeClick on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/Follow Kyle on InstaAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy