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The Dan John Podcast

The Dan John Podcast

By: Dan John
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Conversations on strength, health, fitness, life, coaching, and anything else that comes up.

Dan John has spent his life with one foot in the world of lifting and throwing, and the other foot in academia. An All-American discus thrower, Dan has also competed at the highest levels of Olympic lifting, Highland Games and the Weight Pentathlon, an event in which he holds the American record.

Dan has written 14 books and has been coaching for over 40 years. He is a wealth of knowledge and is happy to share it freely.Copyright Dan John Exercise & Fitness Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • EP 331 - Heavy KB Swings, ABF, Offset vs DB KBs, Mobility, KB Press, Goblet Squats & More

    EP 331 - Heavy KB Swings, ABF, Offset vs DB KBs, Mobility, KB Press, Goblet Squats & More
    Dec 25 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    00:37 - Transitioning to Barbell Armor Building Formula
    09:17 - Offset vs Double Kettlebell Training
    19:37 - Efficient Warm-Ups for Young Athletes
    31:03 - Kettlebells on Off Days"
    35:36 - The Goblet Squat Hold as a Foundation Test
    42:55 - Incorporating Mobility into Your Training
    50:57 - Dan John on Flexible Rep Schemes
    58:21 - How to Swing 50%+ Bodyweight Safely
    01:03:11 - Slow vs Explosive Kettlebell Press

    ► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.
    ► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.
    ► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • EP 330 - ABF Progression, Barbells, Lift & Sprint Training, Marathons, Practical Strength & More

    EP 330 - ABF Progression, Barbells, Lift & Sprint Training, Marathons, Practical Strength & More
    Dec 22 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    00:50 - Investing in a Barbell for Fitness and Longevity
    08:00 - Dan John on Lift and Sprint Training
    16:42 - Dan John Reflects on His Lifelong Quest
    28:32 - Combining Marathon with the Armor Building Formula
    31:44 - Training With Just One Kettlebell
    38:16 - Progressing in the Armor Building Formula
    42:35 - Straight Sets vs Alternating Exercises
    47:48 - Managing Competition Nerves in Young Athletes

    ► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.
    ► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.
    ► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
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    57 mins
  • EP 329 - Planning Your Next Training Year, Squats, Dad Strength, ABC, Bench Press & More

    EP 329 - Planning Your Next Training Year, Squats, Dad Strength, ABC, Bench Press & More
    Dec 11 2025
    00:00 - Intro
    00:43 - Planning Your Training Year
    12:36 - Are Squats Dangerous for Your Knees?
    18:51 - Building Carrying Strength for Family
    26:07 - Progressing ABC Without Heavier Bells
    30:12 - Who Really Needs the Bench Press?

    ► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com.
    ► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group.
    ► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.
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    40 mins
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