Episodes

  • EP 309 - Barbell Training, Squats, KB Olympic Lifts, Rite of Passage, Mobility & More

    EP 309 - Barbell Training, Squats, KB Olympic Lifts, Rite of Passage, Mobility & More
    Jul 24 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    00:39 - Adding Squats to the Rite of Passage
    11:12 - Dan John on Wind, Records, and the Future of the Discus
    19:02 - Returning to Barbell Training After Years & Mobility
    29:12 - Getting the Full Benefits of Olympic Lifting From Kettlebells

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    42 mins
  • EP 308 - ABF, Overtraining, Olympic Lifting, Strength Standards, Recovery Tips & More

    EP 308 - ABF, Overtraining, Olympic Lifting, Strength Standards, Recovery Tips & More
    Jul 17 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    00:39 - Doing ABF After 50
    06:12 - 3-Day a Week Program for Increasing Olympic Lifting
    13:07 - Rehabbing a Shoulder Replacement
    18:53 - Strength Standards for ABF
    25:04 - Getting Away with Only Focusing on Strength
    31:52 - Stopping Overtraining in ABF: Stiff Joints and Mobility Drills
    38:32 - Healing the Bicep Tendon Issues

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    43 mins
  • EP 307 - Maintaining Muscle Mass, Progressing to Heavier Bells, Program for Busy People, Deadlifts & More

    EP 307 - Maintaining Muscle Mass, Progressing to Heavier Bells, Program for Busy People, Deadlifts & More
    Jul 10 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    00:44 - Maintaining Muscle Mass After 50
    12:10 - Strength Training While Training for a Triathlon
    16:11 - Best Program for Busy People
    24:19 - Romanian Deadlifts vs. Regular Deadlifts
    29:45 - Progressing to Heavier Bells in ABF and Pistol Squats
    38:24 - Discovering Your Natural Strengths in Training
    43:49 - Training with Sore Muscles
    49:13 - Choosing the Right Kettlebell Load for Clean & Jerks

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    56 mins
  • EP 306 - Strength Standards, ABC, Humane Burpee, Beginner Program for 50+, Snatch Test & More

    EP 306 - Strength Standards, ABC, Humane Burpee, Beginner Program for 50+, Snatch Test & More
    Jul 3 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    01:01 - Staying Snatch-Test Ready at 40s
    08:47 - Best Beginner Program for 50+ Years Old
    15:44 - Best Mattress Options for Athletes Over 50
    17:53 - Best Way to Train for Strength and Muscle After 50
    24:02 - Standards for the Humane Burpee
    29:06 - Strength Standards for Athletes
    34:27 - Dan John on Slow Reps and Pauses in Strength Training
    39:17 - The Best Way to Progress in ABC
    43:17 - Doing Easy Strength Long Term
    47:20 - Dan’s Workshops in Utah

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    50 mins
  • EP 305 - ABF, Combining Single & Double KB, Beginner Program, Easy Strength, Bench Press

    EP 305 - ABF, Combining Single & Double KB, Beginner Program, Easy Strength, Bench Press
    Jun 26 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    00:43 - Best Lower Body Training for Tall Guys
    05:50 - ABF vs. Traditional Body Part Split
    11:41 - Rotating ABF and Easy Strength
    18:22 - Combining Single and Double Kettlebell ABC
    24:36 - Programming for a Whole Year After 60
    31:01 - Hitting a 32kg Press PR with Dan’s Rep Scheme
    33:27 - Dan John on Sleep and Meditation Practices
    42:25 - Best Beginner Program for 55+
    44:36 - Balancing Strength and Endurance with Lower-Rep Work
    48:43 - Best Bench Press Alternatives

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    54 mins
  • EP 304 - Best Routine After 50, ABC, Explosive Training, Overhead Press, Easy Meals & More

    EP 304 - Best Routine After 50, ABC, Explosive Training, Overhead Press, Easy Meals & More
    Jun 19 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    00:42 - Doing ABC Long Term?!
    09:15 - Best Routine After 50
    19:01 - Building a Big Overhead Press by Age 30
    27:03 - Why Some Movements Feel Strong and Others Don’t
    35:01 - Using Chains for Strength Training and Longevity
    40:08 - Easy Meals for Busy People
    46:20 - Morning vs Afternoon Training for Strength Gains
    51:07 - Dan John on Coaching Your Own Kids
    56:36 - Adding Explosive Training into Your Routine
    01:01:24 - The Best Way to Get Stronger After 60

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • EP 303 - Strength Standards, Presses & Carries, Building Strength, Beginner Tips & More

    EP 303 - Strength Standards, Presses & Carries, Building Strength, Beginner Tips & More
    Jun 12 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    00:37 - Determining Strength Standards for Athletes
    16:09 - Best Manual Labor Backgrounds for Building Strength
    20:18 - Adding More Pull Movements to Simple Programs
    25:51 - Learning Movement Techniques Safely with Light Weights
    31:04 - Presses and Carries for Endurance Athletes in Season

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    35 mins
  • EP 302 - Minimalist Program, MMS, KB Snatch, Summer Program, Mobility Work, Loaded Carries

    EP 302 - Minimalist Program, MMS, KB Snatch, Summer Program, Mobility Work, Loaded Carries
    Jun 5 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    01:37 - Going Easier on Your Joints After 30?
    07:58 - Press Progression Options in ABF
    12:04 - Adding Isometrics to Your Program
    17:01 - Most Efficient Way of Doing Mobility Work
    25:03 - Minimalist Program for Glutes and Half-Bodyweight Press
    31:34 - Minimalist Program for Strong Legs
    35:37 - Best Summer Program
    38:19 - Using the Kettlebell Floor Press for Easy Strength
    41:31 - Replacing Squats with Loaded Carries?
    45:08 - Mass Made Simple with Kettlebells for Bodybuilding
    50:02 - Improving Your Kettlebell Snatch

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    ► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.
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    57 mins