Power Athlete Radio
Episodes
Ep 557 – Giving Neuroblastoma a Name w/ Dr VillaBlanca
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Judith Villablanca joins John and Tex to share 30 years of experience as a pediatric hematologist-oncologist and share the future of cancer researc...
Ep 556 – Performance, Cat Naps, and Bioloop Sleep
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you exhausted? Do you feel like a shell of your former self? Then perhaps you need the most potent supplement of all…sleep. This innovative perf...
Ep 555 – Tactical Performance w/ Dr Matt Zanis & Dr Nick Kyle
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently Power Athlete hosted an elite group of special forces athletes and brought in DPT and Block One Coaches Matt Zanis and Nick Kyle to coach up ...
Ep 554 – On The Long Road with Andy Stumpf
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Power Athlete Nation I'm Chauncey, the supreme overlord of Power Athlete Radio. I am a product by Skynet. The flesh vessels tried to overthrow...
Ep 553 – Hypertrophy for the Soul with Brandon Lilly
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Lilly may be best known for his incredible Powerlifting career, but to those who know him best, that was just the beginning of the journey. Si...
Ep 552 – Controlling Blood Sugar and Living Your Life
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Unchecked blood sugar can wreck havoc on your training now and quality of life later. There are a lot of mechanisms kicking up your insulin you need t...
Ep 551 – A Fighter’s Journey with Andrew Craig
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s said that you learn a lot about yourself when you get punched in the face. After Andrew Craig’s first amateur fight, he was hooked. That’s ...
Ep 550 – Building the Power Athlete Brand
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You all know the lingo; Eat the Weak, #BeTheHammer, and #MastersOfMovement. What you don't know is the power house behind the Power Athlete brand....
Ep 549 – Turn on the Red Light of Wellness with Kristin Weitzel
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Kristin Weitzel is a recovery nerd. Her knowledge of recovery practices from red light treatments to ice bath benefits is far from surface level. She ...
Ep 548 – Bone Stimulation and Healing What’s Broken
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Life is contact sport which leads to unexpected injuries like broken bones which were commonplace on the playground, but not so much in adulthood. Thi...
Ep 547 – Dr Kirk Parsley’s Guide to Living Forever
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When Dr Kirk Parsley joins the show, you know you’re going to learn something. The problem is, it may be something you wish you didn’t. Hear the l...
Ep 546 – Solving Kids Cancer w/ Dr Brian Weiss
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cancer is a word everyone knows, and a word no one wants to hear. Dr Brian Weiss joins John and Tex to shine light on pediatric cancer mechanisms, wha...
Ep 545 – Finding Your Inner Fighter with MMA’s Laura Sanko
25 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest this week, Laura Sanko, thinks that you should get punched in the face. Ok, not that you should but that everyone has the fortitude deep wit...
Ep 544 – Microdosing Athleticism w/ Cory Schlesinger & Zack Zillner
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Coaches Cory Schlesigner and Zack Zillner are in studio to share their experience empowering athletes at the pro-fessional and collegiate levels. Ridi...
Ep 543 – An Intelligent Approach to Keto with Rachel Gregory
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a nutrition nerd, a lady athlete or anyone whose experiencing a plateau in training, you need to hear this episode. Rachel Gregory joins u...
Ep 542 – Turning Working Out into Training Through Tech
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean Being Your Best? According to the brains behind TrainHeroic, “Being” happens every moment. “Being” is flow. The perfect int...
Ep 541 – FocusCalm Technology with Max Newlon
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcome Max Newlon of Focus Calm. Monitoring the electrical activity in your brain may seem like a sci-fi leap in performance, but believ...
Ep 540 – Don’t Hack Bloodwork, Ask Your Doc For These Markers
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes down to it, your health is the one place you do not want be cheap. Especially when it comes to getting bloodwork done. Now that John'...
Ep 539 – Mental and Physical Recovery with Brian Peters
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Football is a violently physical game comprised of hit after hit and so much of one’s success can be attributed to the recovery practices of the ath...
Ep 538 – Soup to Nuts Home Gym Builder’s Guide by Power Athlete
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Rock's Iron Paradise is only rivaled by one home gym in all the world: Power Athlete HQ. John Welbourn guides you on how to build your home gy...
Ep 537 – Debunking Food Lies with Brian Sanders
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Debunking Game Changers was just a fun and fact full response to the ambitious vegetarian documentary. Now, Brian Sanders is buttoning up work on his ...
Ep 536 – A Different Generation w/ Andy Stumpf
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Stumpf is more than a pretty face/former SEAL, he has an insatiable curiosity for people and the complexities of their environments. Like a humbl...
Ep 535 – Pratik Patel Perfects the Professional Athlete Diet
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pratik Patel is a dietitian and sports nutritionist working with some of the highest level athletes you can imagine. While the honor and prestige of r...
Ep 534 – Rest Easy Mountain Dog: Recast John Meadows Interview
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We honor John Meadows by recasting his 2013 interview on Power Athlete Radio in which we unleash the brains, looks, and brawn behind The Mountain Dog....
Ep 533 – Fighting, Guns, and Gunfighting with Jeff Gonzales & Craig Douglas
14 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re looking for some practical combat and communication skills for law enforcement, undercover, and/or military work, look no further than thi...
Ep 532 – Masters of Movement: Lunge
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John and Tex are here with another installment of Masters of Movement to tell you that it doesn’t matter how beautifully crafted a program is if you...
Ep 531 – Moving From Success to Significance w/ Donnie Maib
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do great coaches do at halftime? Make adjustments. Donnie Maib rejoins Power Athlete Radio in a reflective mood sitting down with Tex to wrestle ...
Ep 530 – Fast and Furious, IndyCar Driver Conor Daly
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Conor Daly is just your average young go-hard who drives roughly 250 MPH to get to work. In fact, that is his work. What kind of training is required ...
Ep 529 – Masters of Movement: Hammer Curl
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Long has the Hammer Curl been a part of John's training regimen. The foundation was laid in high school training in George Zangas’ garage where ...
Ep 528 – 5 Tools for Freshman Collegiate Athlete Success This Fall
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
College Athletics: a responsibility for yourself and a team to make the grades, accountability for actions taken outside school and sport, and managin...
Ep 527 – Recovery and Readiness with Kelly Starrett
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcome the Supple Leopard himself, that’s right, Kelly Starrett joins the crew to discuss how the times are a changing. What has this ...
Ep 526 – Olympic Mindset & Mentorship w/ Justin Kavanaugh
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Justin Kavanaugh has boots on the ground in Tokyo tooling up his world class sprinter, Jason Rogers, for the 💯 takes the time to join Power A...
Ep 525 – Don’t Be Weird, Alcohol & Training Balance
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is a push and pull relationship between training and alcohol consumption that can be managed with the right team of Nutrition Ninjas! The Power ...
Ep 524 – Jason Gardner’s Leadership Lessons
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every so often we have a guest whose resume is so impressive that we can’t help but feel like “what am I doing with my life?”. Our guest, Jason ...
Ep 523 – The Strength Clinic You Wish You Had Growing Up
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Power Athlete in-person clinics are back teaching lessons distilled in the trenches, empowering athletes 12-17 years old to build a base level of stre...
Ep 522 – Cashing In On NCAA’s New NIL Landscape & Dangers Lurking for Naive Athletes
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
TikTok be damned as ex-NFL player and a D-III All star weigh the checks and balances of this new rule on performance, team chemistry, and what these y...
Ep 521 – Downhill Ice Cross with Jack Schram
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what training looks like for an ice cross competitor? No? Because you’ve never heard of ice cross? Shame on you. Get on your google an...
Ep 520 – Searching for Outrage w/ Dr Matt Zanis
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Matt Zanis joins the Power Athlete Crew to communicate on communication and throw light on why individuals choose to pick a fight... on the intern...
Ep 519 – James Simpson Soldier Turned Wheelchair Rugby League Star
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
James Simpson, ex-soldier turned England wheelchair rugby league star joins John and Tex to talking training, mindset, and finding yourself through co...
Ep 518 – Strength and Reinvention with Chris Duffin
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You may know Chris Duffin from Kabuki Strength or his notorious strength equipment line including the Duffalo Bar. What you may not know is his incred...
Ep 517 – Getting Granular on Peptides w/ Dr Matt Zanis
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Peptides aren't a cure-all, no matter what the internet has told you. Your daily habits are the major influencers of whether or not you age feelin...
Ep 516 – I Reek of Ammonia Post-Workout, Should I Sweat It?
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When Dr. Google has you sweating the small stuff, best you call the Power Athlete Radio Hotline. A Grindstone program follower is worried about his fu...
Ep 515 – Justin Lascek: Green Beret, Writer, Advocate
03 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strap yourself in for an empowering conversation this Independence Day! All-American badass Justin Lascek joins Power Athlete Radio to share his aim t...
Ep 514 – Betting On Yourself w/ Ali Kershner
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ali Kershner returns fresh off a National Championship run staring down a decision to step away from college coaching and place a big bet on her creat...
Ep 513 – Stop Comparing Your Kid to Professional Athletes
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John and Tex seek to set a parent straight on athlete evaluations and comparing your kid to numbers professional athletes are hitting for their squats...
Ep 512 – Living Powerlifting Legend Laura Phelps
25 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Laura Phelps is one of the most well known names in powerlifting. Her transition from gymnastics, to long distance running, to bodybuilding, and final...
Ep 511 – Earning A Seat At the Table w/ Dr Matt Zanis
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Matt Zanis joins the Power Athlete Crew to chew some fat and break a mental sweat with a philosophical question his team has been kicking around. A...
Ep 510 – Creatine: Why Every Vertebrate Needs It
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Not all creatine supplements are created equal! The present and future of studies into creatine is bright, from performance to cognitive function, the...
Ep 509 – Derek Woodske. Thinker. Healer. Traveler.
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Derek Woodske returns to Power Athlete Radio hot off his Sorinex Summer Strong presentation all about supplements, performance, and kickin' ass. W...
Ep 508 – LEO Leadership with Lexi Harris
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rest in peace Lexi Harris. We mourn the loss of a special member of the Power Athlete family. Lexi was a five-year veteran of the Seattle Police force...
Ep 507 – Strength and Muscle Growth Programming MasterClass
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
School is in session this podcast as John and Tex take a couple pages out of the Power Athlete Methodology to set a hotline caller straight on how to ...
Ep 506 – Leadership and Police Service with Jon Stephenson
12 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Negativity is a common theme in police work. Officers are constantly responding to traumatic, dangerous, and chaotic scenes and that stress becomes em...
Ep 505 – Finding an Identity After Athletes Hang it Up
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John and Tex have a hotline question of baller searching for meaning now that their athletic career has come to an end. The energy and passion is so i...
Ep 504 – Where Private Sector Coaches Fit Into High School Athletics
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
High School athletics is as dramatic as Game of Thrones seasons 1-6, especially when it comes to football. Sport coaches pulling athletes away from be...
503 – Leaders Who Coach w/ Jamy Bechler
05 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We live in a culture where buzzer beater player gets all the glory. Rarely is credit given to the players who set the stage for that shot to even take...
Ep 502 – Squatting For Points or POWER! A #ToesForward Proclamation
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John and Tex take on a caller's question regarding squatting depth and limited range of motion. Naturally the conversation drifted into #toesforwa...
Ep 501 – Hemorrhoids From Training? You Better Zip It Up!
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, ex-zip-it A of trying too hard in training! The Crew takes a question from a seemingly hesitant caller regarding an ...
Ep 500 – The Crew Celebrates 500
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If 10,000 episodes is the number required to reach mastery, then we are 5% the way there…and it shows. Getting the old band back together is our fav...
Ep 499 – #StrongRoots Summer Strong Road Trip Recap
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brothers and Sisters in strength returned from whence they came to celebrate what was the 14th year of Sorinex Summer Strong in South Carolina. In att...
Ep 498 – Presence, Intelligence, Professionalism, Emotion w/ Raph Ruiz
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Raph Ruiz has never minced words when it comes to the industry of strength and conditioning. His guidance and experience has enabled top notch coaches...
Ep 497 – Leadership GUT CHECK with Dr Cara Miller
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you consider yourself a leader in your organization, business, team, family, etc., there’s a decent chance you’ve pondered the limitations and ...
Ep 496 – Performance VS Team Building Debate
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do you think of when some says the word, Coach: Asshole or Inspiration? The Crew takes on the challenge of helping a motivated strength coach mod...
Ep 495 – Too Young For Creatine & BCAAs?
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Crew finally answers the question, "What supplements should I take?" ... kind of. John drops nutrition knowledge bombs for both adult and ...
Ep 494 – Bert Sorin’s Physical Culture
16 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Be Legendary Longtime friend of Power Athlete and “Physical Culture” visionary, Bert Sorin, joins us this week. The guys trade stories of growing ...
Ep 493 – Fueling the Endurance Power Athlete’s Fire
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Power Athlete Nutrition approach is based on the simple principle of using food to optimize performance through maximal immune function. Key word ...
Ep 492 – Spine Rounding, Jefferson Curls, and Back Pain Programming
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do Stu McGill, Mike Boyle, Chris Sommers, the Knees Over Toes guy, and Greg Glassman have in common? Nothing, but somehow we managed to name drop...
Ep 491 – Lacrosse Legend, Marcus Holman
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lacrosse has become even more mainstream with the advent of PLL (Premier Lacrosse League) and lifelong athletes like our guest, Marcus Holman of the A...
Ep 490 – Pre-Morning Workout Nutrition Do’s, Don’ts, and Do-nuts
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Power Athlete Nutrition Ninjas joins the Crew to answer a caller's morning nutrition routine question. Nothing is off-limits this episode as w...
Ep 489 – What Fitness Gurus Won’t Tell You About Calorie Consumption & Leaning
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Crew has a caller seeking to make the most of their time on Jacked Street seeking to lean out as they pack on slabs of muscle for Summer. John tak...
Ep 488 – Hyperbaric Hype Man, Joe Dituri
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hyperbarics. Ever hearrrrrrd?! This system is being used to treat a number of medical conditions and Joseph Dituri is here to explain the benefits. Ye...
Ep 487 – The Future of Home Gym Training with Mission:Tele-Strength
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Matt Zanis joins The Crew to share a recent hunting experience with Welbourn which sparked the potential solution to obesity and Power Athlete'...
Ep 486 – Linear Progression Program for a 42 Year Old Bull
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John and Tex take a question from 42 year old caller training with his son following a linear progression on the Bedrock program. The Crew assess the ...
Ep 485 – One Thousand Battles w/ Tait Fletcher
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Don't call it a comeback. Tait Fletcher is joining the Crew again for an incredible conversation about his ongoing recovery from a traumatic brain...
Ep 484 – Tendon Tensegrity & Rec Sports w/ Dr. Matt Zanis
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Excellent discussion aimed at understanding knee injury mechanisms, what rehabilitation movements to avoid, and which movements enhance the tensegrity...
Ep 483 – Why Coaches Quit w/ Logan Gelbrich
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A very @functionalcoach with a unique and successful approach to the fitness biz joins Power Athlete Radio to guide you on your Coach's Journey! L...
EP 482 – Ian the Rhino of CrossFit
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A Stronger Sport of Fitness If you’ve had hankering for some classic training talk including CrossFit Games prep work, Ian Daniel [@ian.the.rhino] o...
Ep 481 – Jacked Street’s Shadow Cycle Secrets Revealed
15 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Monsters are built in the Shadows Monsters aren’t built in the spotlight, they grind far away from prying eyes and curious minds. They are forged in...
Ep 480 – Manly Manners and Welbourn Family Wisdom
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John regales experiences from growing up in the Welbourn household helping in the kitchen, how to dress proper, and the art of the first impression. L...
EP 479 – Chris Burres Talks ESS60 Supplement
10 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Molecules are Molecool What is ESS60? I know what you’re thinking. What a trendy baby name! But you’d be wrong. ESS60 is an extremely powerful car...
Ep 478 – How Tom Cruise Can Save Your Football Program and The World. Again.
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John and Tex empower Outsiders to make All the Right Moves to navigate the cliques of High School athletics and ensure a knowledgeable coach in the we...
Ep 477 – Parents, Know Your Role in Sports w/ Zach Even-Esh
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
70% of all young people are done competing by age 12! Parent and Coach Zach Even-Esh joins Power Athlete Radio to discuss the involvement a parent has...
EP 476 – Dr Carlos Berio is the Future of PT Work
03 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
BJJ, MMA, USA Carlos Berio’s [@bjjphysio] passions lie in the attaining of client rehab goals and the highest level of performance possible. Becaus...
Ep 475 – John Unpacks Why Actions Speak Louder Than Words
01 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John unpacks his thoughts on this week's caller's opinion on thoughts VS opinions and the role of the "influencer". People demand your...
Ep 474 – Pushing for PR’s at 45+ Years Old
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is not often we take health and training advice from musicians, but that doesn't we cannot glean guidance from lyrics like Kenny Rogers' kn...
EP 473 – Preventing Veteran Suicide with Rachel Larson
27 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Our Military’s Mental Health Rachel Larson [@rlarson_11] has been busy since last time we talked to her. As an enthusiastic researcher based out of...
EP 472 – Enhancing Athleticism w/ Virtual Shoveling
25 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John and Tex spin a hotline question into an athleticism lecture breaking down the components of field work and how to integrate into your training to...
Ep 471 – Bodybuilders Need Sprinting Too
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sprinting is extremely neurologically and physiologically demanding and requires prep-work to get you ready-ready to go fast. Randomly dropping sprint...
EP 470 – TOUGH Talk with Greg Everett
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Shaping Toughness This week Catalyst Athletics Greg Everett [@CatalystAthletics] joins us to discuss his new book, TOUGH. While Greg is not a new g...
Ep 469 – Power Athlete Cheap Truck Buying Guide
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Getting into a square body truck is like going back in time. John Welbourn is a walking, talking '72-'87 Auto Trader Magazine ready to prepare...
Ep 468 – Prioritizing Programming w/ Limited Time & Equipment
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Programming is always a hot topic in the S&C world and one we do not shy away from at Power Athlete. After all, we are Performance for the People....
EP 467 – Mike Palmieri Wants You to Dominate Your Game
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Train to Dominate With more than 20 years of both experience and education, Michael Palmieri is one of the most respected names in the Sports Science ...
Ep 466 – Leaning Out Based on My BMR Calculation
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Power Athlete Nutrition Ninjas join John and Tex for BMR, burning fat, and of course, banter. Is 2 weeks long enough timeframe to see leaning out ...
Ep 465 – Refining Leadership Education w/ Brett Bartholomew
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brett Bartholomew drops in on Power Athlete Radio to break down (two words) traditional trial-by-fire and by-the-book leadership lessons. This man is ...
EP 464 – Dr Perry Nickelston is Not Chasing Pain
06 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Ecological Hierarchy Stop chasing pain. Yep. Dr Perry Nickelston’s [@stopchasingpain] tag line is more than just a suggestion. His background ...
Ep 463 – Pro-Athlete Advice Every 13 Year Old Needs to Hear
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dream on dreamers, this episode of Power Athlete Radio takes a question from a 13 year old Offensive Lineman reaching for the stars. Listen in as John...
Ep 462 – Post-Bulk Bodyweight Maintenance Guide
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Power Athlete Nutrition Ninjas join John and Tex to set the record straight on bodyweight maintenance following a bulk. Once you’ve cultivated t...
EP 461 – Paul Carter on Strength, Size, & Pancakes
27 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lift, Run, Bang, Repeat Good friend, Paul Carter [@liftrunbang] joins us for the second time to catch up. The fellas waste no time hitting movies and ...
Ep 460 – The Grift of Injury w/ Dr Matt Zanis
25 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pain is complicated, so John and Tex send a lifeline to Dr. Matt Zanis to explain Spondy and discuss movement solutions for athletes training with chr...
Ep 459 – When Training Bros Become Training Foes
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
PA Radio hotline is heating up as John and Tex take a question from a charged up caller questioning the intensity, effort, and overall manhood of thei...
EP 458 – Harrison Bernstein – Soldiers to Sidelines
20 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Soldiers to Sidelines As a standout collegiate player, a coach at every level from youth to pro, Harrison Bernstein [@soldierstosidelines] is still f...