Dr. Sean O’Mara joins John to expose visceral fat, the hidden fat around your organs that wrecks health, performance, and longevity. Learn how MRI scans reveal the truth beneath the surface, why BMI is useless, and what you can do to eliminate the fat that really matters. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep827 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Dr Sean O'Mara on Insta https://www.instagram.com/drseanomara/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Sarraille, former Navy SEAL officer and Recon Marine is back for the second part of this leadership series. We dig into authenticity, stolen valor, and how the culture of the military has shifted. Mike pulls no punches on what separates real leaders from pretenders, why authenticity is non-negotiable, and what today’s military can teach anyone building a team, business, or family. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep826 Are you a war fighter or door kicker looking to increase your resilience and lethality? HAMR was created after working with Naval Special Warfare, the US Army, Marines and First Responders. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/hamr/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Mike on Insta https://www.instagram.com/mr.sarraille/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What does it take to build athletes capable of lifting the impossible? Dave Spitz of Cal Strength joins John to break down his approach to training a new world-record hopeful, the blueprint for developing freak strength, and the common mistakes lifters make when chasing heavy weights. If you want to understand how world-class power is forged (and why most athletes fail before they ever get strong), this episode is for you. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep825 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/jackedstreet/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Dave on Insta https://www.instagram.com/cal_strength/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What makes a great leader, and what makes a terrible one? Former Navy SEAL, Mike Sarraille, joins John to share lessons from the battlefield on leadership and trust. If you’ve ever asked yourself what it really takes to lead in today’s world, this episode is for you. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PAREp824 Are you a war fighter or door kicker looking to increase your resilience and lethality? HAMR was created after working with Naval Special Warfare, the US Army, Marines and First Responders. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/hamr/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Mike on Insta https://www.instagram.com/mr.sarraille/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cutting weight is one of the hardest parts of being an athlete, and most people get it dead wrong. John is joined by Power Athlete's resident Dragin Slayer, Arash Soofiani, and Certified Power Athlete Coach & Nutrition Ninja, Ben Skutnik, to pull back the curtain on sugar detoxes, scale anxiety, and the nutrition and training protocols that actually work. If you want to drop weight without losing strength, this is the blueprint. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/Ep823 Tired of influencers, fads, and half-baked hacks? 90 days. One mission. Get lean, build muscle, and forge a mindset that doesn’t break. CUT WITH US - https://powerathletehq.com/hammer90/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Arash https://www.instagram.com/arash_soofiani/ and Ben https://www.instagram.com/benskutnik/ on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The fitness industry feeds women gimmicks, crash diets, and cookie-cutter workouts. Samantha Christine joins John to expose the lies, explain how women’s training must differ from men’s, and unpack the hidden dangers of weight-cutting. Real talk, real strength, no fluff. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/Ep822 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/grindstone/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Samantha on Insta https://www.instagram.com/samcfit_/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ninety days. No excuses. John and Power Athlete Certified Coach & Nutrition Ninja, Ben Skutnik, take you inside the HAMMER 90 Challenge, what it is, how it works, and what happened when they put themselves through it. This is the blueprint to reset your body, sharpen your mind, and prove you can cash the check your mouth’s been writing. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/EP821 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/jackedstreet/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Ben on Insta https://www.instagram.com/benskutnik/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Bobby Williams joins John to blow up the myth of "balanced living" and reveal what it really takes to live a high-performance, holistic life. From the hidden toll of alcohol and drugs to gut health, detoxing, and dialing in true nutrition, this episode is a wake-up call for anyone who thinks cold plunges and smoothies are enough. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep820 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/grindstone/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com 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

Peptides, fasting, and fruit diets, Jay Campbell joins John to separate fact from fiction. They dive into what actually moves the needle for recovery, fat loss, and performance. If you're tired of chasing hacks that don’t deliver, this episode is your blueprint for getting dialed in. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep819 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Jay on Insta https://www.instagram.com/jaycampbell333/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Resident Dragon Slayer, Arash Soofiani, returns to talk fuel, focus, and the fight against weakness. From the sugar diet to carnivore extremes, we break down what really drives performance — and why discipline in the kitchen reflects discipline in life. Whether you're meat-fueled or sugar-drunk, this one will challenge your thinking. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep818 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Arash on Insta https://www.instagram.com/arash_soofiani/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Matt Vincent is back, after globe-trotting through Egypt, Turkey, and Greece. He and John get into ancient civilizations, lost tech, and the uncomfortable questions mainstream history won’t touch. They're also sharing their thoughts on AI, critical thinking, and what it means to stay sharp in a world that's going soft. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep817 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/grindstone/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Matt on Insta https://www.instagram.com/Matthewpvincent/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Shawn Baker joins us to break down the carnivore diet and its power to reverse chronic disease, reduce inflammation, along with it's potential to be the cure for America’s health crisis. If you’ve been told meat is the problem, this episode will make you think twice. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep816 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Dr Shawn Baker on Insta https://www.instagram.com/shawnbaker1967/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

NFL veteran, Braden Smith, joins John to share his battle with OCD, the decision to step away mid-season for rehab, and how psychedelic therapy helped him reclaim his life. A powerful look at mental health, resilience, and the hidden struggles inside pro football. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep815 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 https://powerathletehq.com/fieldstrong/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Braden on Insta https://www.instagram.com/bradensmith71/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep814 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/dragonslayer/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Arash on Insta https://www.instagram.com/arash_soofiani/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & 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. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep813 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/jackedstreet/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Matt on Insta https://www.instagram.com/wenningstrong/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

You don’t have a nutrition problem, you have a discipline problem. Certified Power Athlete Coach and nutritionist, Ben Skutnik, joins John to lay out why you're stuck: emotional eating, zero cooking skills, and no plan. We get into the weeds on food tracking, meal prep, and why mastering your kitchen is non-negotiable if you want to perform. Stop guessing and start eating like someone who gives a damn. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep812 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Ben on Insta https://www.instagram.com/benskutnik/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep811 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/dragonslayer/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com 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

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. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep810 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 - https://powerathletehq.com/dragonslayer/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Arash on Insta https://www.instagram.com/arash_soofiani/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Journalist, author and amature 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. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep809 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 https://powerathletehq.com/fieldstrong/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Get Henry's new book, Ballistic 👉 https://a.co/d/5YI3m6T Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Baker Leavitt, Director at Black Rifle Coffee, joins John for a wild ride through culture, 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 health. Shownotes: https://pahq.co/Ep808 No barbell? No problem. Lean & Able is our essentials program for those lean on time and equipment, but hungry for results. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/leanandable/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Baker on Insta https://www.instagram.com/blackbaker/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy