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The Dan John Podcast

The Dan John Podcast

Written 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 371 - ABF, Mobility, Rotating Programs, Recovery, Squats, Muscle Imbalances & More

    EP 371 - ABF, Mobility, Rotating Programs, Recovery, Squats, Muscle Imbalances & More
    Oct 8 2026
    00:00 - Intro
    00:47 - Does Lifting Weights Actually Hurt Your Mobility?
    06:57 - What's the Best Recovery Strategy for an Aging Lifter?
    15:53 - Is Rotating Two Similar Programs Actually Good for You?
    24:05 - Do You Really Need a Dedicated Mobility Day?
    30:41 - How Do You Train Hard With a Bad Joint?

    ► 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.
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    38 mins
  • EP 370 - The Odyssey, Choosing Your Values, Training Regrets, Overtraining & Rep Ranges

    EP 370 - The Odyssey, Choosing Your Values, Training Regrets, Overtraining & Rep Ranges
    Oct 1 2026
    00:00 - Intro
    00:42 - Dan John's Take on the Odyssey and Western Morality
    15:43 - What Are Dan John's Three Core Values?
    28:33 - What's the Biggest Training Mistake Dan John Ever Made?
    37:07 - How Do You Know If You're Overtraining Without Realising It?
    42:19 - When to Change Your Sets and Reps

    ► 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.
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    48 mins
  • EP 369 - Longevity Secrets, Seasonal Lifting, Finding a Coach, Maintaining Strength, Books & More

    EP 369 - Longevity Secrets, Seasonal Lifting, Finding a Coach, Maintaining Strength, Books & More
    Sep 24 2026
    00:00 - Intro
    00:50 - What's the Best Weekly Plan for Sprinting, Running, and Lifting?
    13:13 - What Books Actually Changed Dan John's Life?
    23:35 - How Do You Find a Good Kettlebell Coach?
    29:18 - How Long Does Strength Actually Take to Fade?
    36:00 - What Actually Matters for a Long, Healthy Life?

    ► 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.
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    56 mins
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