• Ep 780: Is emotional health linked to your fitness?
    Nov 1 2024

    Crushing it in the gym is one thing, but handling the weight of life? That’s a whole new PR. This week, the legendary Sean Waxman drops knowledge bombs on confidence, depression, and why getting strong is more than just reps and sets—it's emotional survival. Tune in, get fired up, and learn how discipline under the bar makes you a warrior in life. Don’t miss this one.


    Shownotes


    00:00:27 - Coaching High School Football

    00:12:56 - Coaching High School Football

    00:18:44 - Styles of Training

    00:37:49 - Mindsets

    00:59:46 - Generational Diets

    01:13:07 - Changes in Behavior


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    1 hr and 43 mins
  • Ep 779: What makes Special Ops so special?
    Oct 25 2024

    Tune in as John sits down with Delta operator John McPhee, aka “The Sheriff of Baghdad", and ex-Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille. We’re diving deep into the war on terror—think hunting down bad guys and wild tales from Saddam’s gold-plated palaces. These guys will break down the evolution of Special Forces and what it takes to push the limits in training, both in the field and post-service. If you want to learn how elite warriors stay sharp and perform at the highest level, you can’t afford to miss this one.


    Shownotes


    00:00:27 - Mcphee Before Military

    00:10:36 - Special Forces Selection

    00:15:14 - Mindset of Special Forces

    00:36:48 - Iraq vs Afghanistan

    00:52:46 - Evolution of Military Tactics

    01:19:13 - Peak Human Performance

    01:28:26 - Sheriff of Baghdad Story

    01:32:24 - Training Techniques


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    2 hrs and 3 mins
  • Ep 778: Classic re-up: Wendler's Wisdom
    Oct 18 2024

    Missed it the first time? Here’s your shot at redemption. Jim Wendler’s back, and this time he’s shaping the next generation of football savages as a high school strength coach. No studies, no fluff—just blood, scars, and 5/3/1 grit. Tune in as we reboot one of our all-time favorite episodes, where Wendler proves the game may have softened, but real strength never dies.


    Shownotes


    00:00:27 - Jim Wendler Origin

    00:08:15 - 00:13:20 Football and Violence

    00:13:55 - Evolution of Linemen

    00:18:15 - College Roster Depth

    00:22:16 - Coaching Youth Football

    00:34:34 - College Recruiting

    00:45:52 - Football Mentality

    01:01:55 - Training for Football


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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • Ep 777: Are you really a leader? Here's what it takes
    Oct 11 2024

    Leadership isn’t built in the comfort zone, it’s forged in the fire. Ex-Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille sits down with John to drop some serious knowledge bombs on how to lead when the heat’s on. If you want to learn how elite teams thrive in chaos, this is a MUST listen. Tune in and level up your leadership game.


    Shownotes


    00:00:27 - Work Ethic

    00:10:40 - LA Crime

    00:14:35 - War on Drugs

    00:25:37 - Different Mindsets

    00:45:49 - How to be a Leader

    01:28:42 - Looking to the Future


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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • 776: The Future of Entrepreneurship
    Oct 4 2024

    TrainHeroic CEO Ben Crookston joins John for a powerful discussion on what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur. They dive deep into the mindset needed for success, share insights on the top entrepreneurs redefining the game, and explore how AI is set to reshape the future of business and life.


    If you’re hungry for real talk on resilience, growth, and leveling up, this episode’s for you.


    Shownotes


    00:00:54 - Artificial Intelligence

    00:08:02 - Retirement

    00:13:28 - LIfe Advice

    00:23:25 - Are you an Entrepreneur

    00:41:54 - Creating a Team

    00:50:32 - Don’t Fear Risk

    01:07:49 - Stay Flexible


    Are you looking for a flexible training program so you can balance training with life? Follow Grindstone and punch the clock in the face. START TODAY


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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Ep 775: Picked the best coaches for your kids?
    Sep 27 2024

    Arash Soofiani is back, and we're rolling deep on how to set your kids up for success in jiu-jitsu—spoiler alert: it’s not about raising the next UFC champ. It’s about giving your kid a space to grow, have fun, and make mistakes (without you shouting ‘Game 7’ vibes from the sideline). Tune in for the blueprint on finding the right gym, the right coach, and how to be the parent your kid actually needs. This one's a tap-in for anyone looking to raise resilient, confident little humans!


    Shownotes


    00:01:17 - Coaching Kids in BJJ

    00:07:15 - Parental Mindset

    00:11:25 - Finding the Right Dojo


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    24 mins
  • Ep 774: How Arash Lost 100 lbs: his secrets revealed
    Sep 20 2024

    Our very own Dragon Slayer, Arash Soofiani, takes us down the rabbit hole as he breaks down his journey from 350 lbs to 250, talking the real reasons behind the weight gain and the toughest battles he fought to drop that weight.


    Arash doesn’t sugarcoat the mindset shift it took to lose 100 lbs—this is about more than just the gym.


    Plus, we dive into GLP-1s and how the world should really view these so-called miracle drugs.


    Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep774


    00:01:23 - Weight Loss Journey

    00:14:52 - GLP1’s

    00:18:23 - Overweight Lifestyle


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    29 mins
  • Ep 773: The SPECIFICS of Strength Training
    Sep 13 2024

    Dane Miller from Peak Strength, a leader in Olympic strength training is here to dive into how Olympians build elite power, the evolution of strength training for female athletes, and the future of women’s strength sports. Coaches, athletes, and anyone looking to level up—tune in and discover how to up your game.


    Shownotes


    00:01:27 - How Austin has Changed

    00:09:17 - The Microbiome

    00:16:56 - Weight Lose

    00:26:30 - Body Building Trends

    00:36:04 - Women’s Training in the olympics

    00:42:56 - Strength Training Methods

    01:15:57 - Different Types of Athletes


    Are 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 TODAY


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    2 hrs and 20 mins