Power Athlete Radio

Ep 877: The Road to ADCC

ADCC is one of the toughest stages in grappling. You don’t show up ready because you trained hard for a few weeks. You earn it through months of smart training, hard rounds, strength, conditioning and knowing when to push and when to back the fuck off. Resident Power Athlete Dragon Slayer, Arash Sofiani, joins John to break down the road to ADCC and what goes into preparing an athlete for elite-level competition. Shownotes Are 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 TODAY Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Arash on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 876: The Hits, Injuries & Insanity of NFL Life w/ Eben Britton: Part 2

What happens when the hits follow you long after football ends? John Welbourn and Eben Britton dig into NFL head trauma, brain health, and the lasting impact of years spent colliding for a living. Shownotes Are 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 TODAY Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Eben on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 875: The Hits, Injuries & Insanity of NFL Life w/ Eben Britton: Part 1

John Welbourn and Eben Britton trade NFL stories, unpack the injuries that shaped their careers, and reveal what it really takes to survive life in professional football. Two former NFL players, no filter, and plenty of stories from inside the league. Shownotes Are 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 TODAY Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Eben on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep 874: The Hidden Cost of an NFL Career w/ Robert Gallery

NFL veteran Robert Gallery joins John Welbourn to talk about his journey from an Iowa farm to the NFL and the mental health challenges that followed retirement. They dig into brain health and recovery, life after football, alternative treatments, and why community matters when rebuilding your identity beyond the game. Shownotes Are 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 TODAY Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Robert on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 873: Is School Making Our Kids Weak? w/ Matt Beaudreau

What are we actually preparing our kids for? Matt Beaudreau joins John Welbourn to challenge modern education, why competence builds confidence, and what parents need to take back. They dig into failure, responsibility, leadership, and raising capable, independent young adults ready to handle the real world. Shownotes Are 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 TODAY Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Matt on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 872: Why Strong Doesn't Mean Athletic

If your training isn't making you more athletic, what's it actually doing? John Welbourn and Certified Power Athlete Master Coach, Dr Ben Skutnik, explain the principles that turn strength into real-world performance and why most people have been asking the wrong questions all along. Shownotes 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 Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Ben on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 871: The Brain Health Playbook

In this special Best of episode, we bring together the biggest conversations on brain health, neuroplasticity, concussion recovery, cognitive performance and longevity. Featuring insights from Dr. Sean O'Mara, Certified Power Athlete Coach Dr. Hunter Waldman and Dr. Tommy Wood, this episode explores how training, nutrition, movement and continuous learning shape a stronger, healthier brain. If you want to stay sharp, perform at your best and build resilience for life, this is where to start. Shownotes 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 Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep 870: The Biggest Muscle You're Not Training w/ Dr Tommy Wood

John Welbourn sits down with physician, neuroscientist, and former athlete Dr. Tommy Wood to explore how neuroplasticity, strength training, nutrition, sleep, and lifestyle shape brain health, cognitive performance, and healthy aging. They break down the science behind staying sharp, learning faster, recovering better, and building resilience for life. If you want to perform today without sacrificing tomorrow, this episode is for you. Shownotes 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 Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Dr Tommy Wood on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 869: The Daily Habits That Build Elite Performers w/ Brian Cain

John Welbourn is joined by elite mental performance coach, Brian Cain to talk about the mindset behind consistent success. They dig into why discipline beats motivation, how small daily habits compound over time, and what separates people who keep moving forward from those who constantly start over. If you're ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start building lasting performance, this conversation is for you. Shownotes 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 Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Brian on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 868: Why Most People Never Get Strong

Most people don't need a better program. They need a better target. Power Athlete Certified Coach, Dr. Ben Skutnik, joins John Welbourn to talk about why clear goals are the key to building strength, recovering from injury, and staying motivated when the work gets hard. From knee rehab and getting back to sprinting to balancing training with recovery, they break down what it takes to keep making progress instead of spinning your wheels. If you want to train with purpose, recover smarter, and build strength that lasts, this episode is for you. Shownotes Are 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 TODAY Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Ben on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 867: Training for Longevity w/ Tom Newman

What does it really take to build an athlete who performs at a high level for decades instead of seasons? In this episode of Power Athlete Radio, John Welbourn sits down with Tom Newman to explore the connection between strength, brain health, athletic performance, recovery, and longevity. They discuss why modern athlete development requires more than simply lifting heavier or training harder, and how a systems-based approach can improve resilience, recovery, and long-term performance. Shownotes Are 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 TODAY Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Tom on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 866: The Peptide Gold Rush w/ Dr Kirk Parsley

Peptides have become the latest gold rush in the world of performance and recovery. Scroll social media for five minutes and you'll find someone claiming they heal injuries faster, build muscle easier, recover overnight, and maybe even live forever. But are peptides the next evolution in human performance, or just another shiny object for people looking to skip the hard work? Dr. Kirk Parsley joins John to cut through the noise and break down what the science actually says. Shownotes You can't out-train a crappy diet. Three comprehensive nutrition programs crafted by NFL pro John Welbourn prescribing daily custom macros for your personal body goals. START TODAY Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Dr Kirk Parsley on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 865: The Truth About Aging w/ Dr Kirk Parsley

How healthy are you after 40? Most men assume declining energy, stubborn body fat, poor recovery, low testosterone, and fading athletic performance are simply part of getting older. Dr Kirk Parsley says otherwise as he joins John Welbourn to expose the real drivers of aging-related decline and explain why so many people are getting old before their time. From sleep quality and metabolic health to hormones, strength, and recovery, they break down the objective metrics that separate those who thrive from those merely surviving. If you're serious about building a stronger, healthier, more capable body for decades to come, this conversation delivers the blueprint for longevity, performance, and quality of life after 40. Shownotes 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 Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Dr Kirk Parsley on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 864: How Healthy Are You, Really? w/ Dr Kirk Parsley

Most people assume they're healthy because they aren't sick. That's a dangerous assumption. Dr Kirk Parsley joins John Welbourn to break down the blood markers that reveal what's really happening beneath the surface, the five biomarkers everyone over 40 should monitor, and why being "within range" isn't the same as being healthy. The numbers don't lie, and they may be telling a very different story than you think. Shownotes Stop guessing and start measuring. Get a comprehensive look under the hood with Power Athlete Bloodwork and build a plan based on real data. START TODAY Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Dr Kirk Parsley on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 863: The Athleticism Test - Would You Pass?

You can squat 500 pounds. Bench your bodyweight for reps. Maybe you've spent years chasing strength and building muscle. But here's the question: Are you actually athletic? Power Athlete Certified Coach, Dr Ben Skutnik joins John Welbourn to break down the components of athleticism and why movement quality, coordination, and muscle mass all play critical roles in long-term performance and longevity. Together they explore why muscle remains one of the strongest predictors of healthy aging, why strength without athleticism is a dead end, and how Power Athlete programs are designed to build specific fitness goals while following the same proven training principles. If you've ever wondered whether your training is making you more capable, or just better at exercising, this episode will challenge the way you think about strength, athleticism, and what it really takes to stay resilient as you age. Shownotes 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 Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Ben on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 862: The Hardest Transition a Man Will Ever Make

Fatherhood has a way of exposing every weakness a man tries to hide. Certified Power Athlete Coach Ben Skutnik and resident Dragon Slayer Arash Soofiani join John Welbourn for a raw conversation about parenting, masculinity, personal growth, and navigating life’s biggest transitions without losing your edge. From marriage and raising kids to identity shifts, sacrifice, and learning how to lead under pressure, this episode digs into the uncomfortable reality of evolving as a man when life stops being all about you. Shownotes 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 Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Arash and Ben on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ep 861: The Lost Art of Discipline

What happened to discipline? John Welbourn sits down with resident Dragon Slayer, Arash Soofiani,k for a raw conversation about the movies, mindset, and life lessons that shaped an entire generation of hard men. From Bloodsport and Rocky to modern culture’s obsession with comfort, the guys break down why toughness isn’t built in motivational speeches, it’s built through suffering, consistency, and showing up when nobody’s watching. Shownotes 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 Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Arash on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 860: Sam Yo, Calm Under Pressure

Sam Yo’s journey is anything but ordinary. Before becoming one of Peloton’s most recognizable instructors, Sam walked away from life as a West End performer to spend years living as a Buddhist monk. In this episode of Power Athlete Radio, John Welbourn sits down with Sam to explore the lessons he learned through mindfulness, discipline, meditation, and intentional living — and how those lessons shaped his approach to fitness, mental toughness, and resilience. Whether you know Sam Yo from Peloton or are searching for tools to sharpen your mindset and improve your life, this conversation delivers wisdom that goes far beyond the bike. Shownotes Are 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 TODAY Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 859: The Hypertrophy Playbook

This isn’t another hypertrophy podcast filled with recycled bro science and influencer BS. We're we’re opening the vault to bring you a handpicked compilation of the most effective muscle-building strategies ever featured on Power Athlete Radio, built on decades of real-world strength training and hypertrophy experience. Featuring insights from Jay Cutler, Antonio Squillante, John Welbourn, and other leaders in the Power Athlete community, this episode breaks down proven methods for building muscle mass, increasing size, and optimizing hypertrophy training. If you’re chasing real hypertrophy, not just a pump and a mirror selfie, this is required listening. Shownotes This is not a lecture. Not a boring seminar. It's a 2-day, hands-on training experience designed to fix what’s holding you back. Hypertrophy Standard Seminar, May 29-30, Power Athlete HQ in Austin, TX Limited access, only 50 spots and selling fast!! CLAIM YOUR SPOT Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Ep 858: From Effort to Size - The Hypertrophy Standard Explained

John Welbourn & Certified Power Athlete Coach, Dr Ben Skutnik, break down what’s really holding most athletes back from building size, why typical hypertrophy training falls short and exactly how the upcoming Hypertrophy Standard Seminar at Power Athlete HQ, (May 29–30, 2026) is designed to fix it. This is not a lecture. Not a boring seminar. It's a 2-day, hands-on training experience designed to fix what’s holding you back. This isn’t theory. It’s coached lifting, real-time feedback, and direct access to John and the Team. Hypertrophy Standard Seminar at Power Athlete HQ, (May 29–30, 2026) Limited access, only 50 spots and selling fast!! Claim your spot Shownotes Check out what we do: Training Nutrition Knowledge Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Ben on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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