Rucking progressions, pacing, and safety

Are you losing power and athleticism as you get older? Learn how to build explosive strength and improve longevity with simple training secrets from legendary coach Josh Bryant.

On this episode of Mark Bell's Power Project Podcast, hosts Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang talk with Josh Bryant about his best methods for improving athleticism at any age. Discover how to use hypertrophy for a longer life, why rucking builds total-body strength, and the safest way to start sprinting. They also discuss how to train like a tactical athlete and the truth about coaching the world's strongest people.

This episode gives you the tools to get stronger, move better, and feel younger. If you want to boost your athletic ability and build a more durable body, this conversation is for you.

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Chapters:

0:00 - Hypertrophy for Strength & Longevity 

2:01 - The Genius of Tom Haviland 

6:02 - Building Athleticism After 40 

7:45 - How to Start Sprinting Safely 

11:08 - The #1 Athletic Trait That Declines With Age 

13:17 - How to Fall-Proof Your Body for Life 

19:15 - Block Periodization for Long-Term Gains 

23:26 - How to Coach a World Record Holder 

28:04 - The "Hardgainer" Myth Debunked 

38:03 - The Legacy of Fred Hatfield (Dr. Squat) 

42:06 - Compensatory Acceleration Training (CAT) 

52:51 - Rucking: A Beginner's Guide 

1:03:55 - Will Rucking Get You Jacked? 

1:13:34 - Why the Off-Season Is Most Important 

1:22:54 - How Strong Is "Strong Enough" for Life? 

1:30:10 - Training for Tactical Athletes 

1:36:21 - The "Jailhouse Strong" Philosophy