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If you’re tracking HRV but still don’t know when to push, pull back, or ignore the damn number altogether, this episode will change the way you look at your recovery data. 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 Joel on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Joel Jamieson joins John Welbourn to break down what HRV can actually tell you about training readiness, recovery, and athletic performance. They dig into cardiovascular conditioning, strength, genetics, and the evolution of HRV technology, plus where AI and wearable data can help you make smarter training decisions and where the numbers can lead you astray. 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 Joel on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How much of what you know about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is actually true? ADCC World Champion and author, Robert Drysdale, joins John Welbourn to unpack BJJ’s history, challenge its biggest myths, and explore how competition, culture and commercialization shaped the sport. 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 Robert on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Can you out-train a cheat meal? How hard should you really be training? And what does it actually take to get lean? Resident Power Athlete Dragon Slayer, Arash Soofiani, puts on the spot with a Q&A covering training, nutrition, recovery, youth sports and the shortcuts that don’t work. You want the results? You have to do the work. Shownotes Are you done trying to force your life to fit your training? Get every Power Athlete training program under one roof and switch when your goals, schedule or equipment change. One membership. 10 programs. Train for what life demands. 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

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 f**k 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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