The Dan John Podcast

Dan John
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Nov 20, 2025 • 1h 3min

EP 326 - Longevity, Switching Programs, WTH Effect, ABC, Fat Loss, Loaded Carries

00:00 - Intro00:44 - Two-Day Armor Building Formula06:28 - Adding Barbell Work and Pull-Ups to the ABF12:23 - Working Out and Real Longevity Habits20:12 - Rest Periods for Loaded Carries27:27 - Adding Rows in the Coyote Workout31:46 - Improving the Press for Poor Squatters35:28 - What the Hell Effect for Aging Tennis Players39:54 - Smart Strength Training After 60’s45:47 - Switching Programs Every 6–8 Weeks51:48 - Balancing ABC Training and Fat Loss57:17 - Combining ABC with Tactical Barbell► 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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Nov 13, 2025 • 1h 10min

EP 325 - ABF, Building Strength After 55, Losing Fat, Bulletproof Joints, Sleep & Recovery

00:00 - Intro00:52 - Dan John on the Value of the Chest Expander06:24 - Easy Strength and Armor Building Formula for Pickleball14:15 - Overhead Squat Mobility16:01 - Building Strong Tendons and Ligaments Over Time22:51 - Improving Sleep and Recovery with Sauna30:58 - Armor Building Formula for Adult Athletes34:17 - Dan John's Training Journals for Progress50:38 - The Right Way to Train and Lose Fat59:21 - Building Strength and Fitness After 55► 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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Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 1min

EP 324 - KB Press, Rite of Passage, Easy Strength, ABC, Walking, Minimalism, Fat Loss & More

Discover the benefits of walking after lifting for fat loss and back health. Learn how to transition from single to double kettlebell training and explore optimal rep schemes for fat loss. Identify your fitness gaps for lifelong health with practical assessments. Dive into minimalist kettlebell workouts tailored for busy schedules and find out how to combine various lifts with other training elements. Plus, hear insights on defining 'enough' to avoid diminishing returns in your fitness journey.
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Oct 30, 2025 • 51min

EP 323 - ABF, Squats, Original Strength, Loaded Carries, Rack & Deficit Deadlifts & More

00:00 - Intro01:07 - Rack Deadlifts, Deficit Deadlifts, and Quarter Squats10:44 - Combining ABF with Original Strength 19:22 - Working Out Twice a Day28:21 - Dan John's Workout Structure for His Training Groups35:58 - Best Squat Alternatives41:17 - How a Well-Knitted Life Makes You Leaner and Healthier► 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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Oct 23, 2025 • 39min

EP 322 - Bodybuilding & Strength Training, Fat Loss, Adjusting Programs, Recovery & More

00:00 - Intro02:02 - Balancing Bodybuilding & Strength Training08:27 - Adjusting Programs for Your Needs14:10 - Balancing Fat Loss, Recovery, and Strength with KB Training20:12 - Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced KB Training27:02 - Lessons from the Catholic Church for Dan John► 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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Oct 16, 2025 • 39min

EP 321 - ABC, Squats, Building Muscle, KB Snatches, 5-3-1 Workout, Loaded Carries & More

00:00 - Intro03:23 - Progressing from High-Rep Squats to 2-3-5 Clusters08:49 - Progressing Weight in the ABC12:05 - Combining Armor Building Complex with 5-3-119:13 - Uneven ABC Weight Selection24:01 - Replacing Back Squats with Goblet Squats After 50s28:22 - Maintaining Snatch Skill with Moderate Sets31:40 - Building Muscle with Low Protein Intake► 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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Oct 9, 2025 • 1h 2min

EP 320 - Building Strength, Goblet Squats, Machine Workouts, Offset Training, Diet Tips & More

00:00 - Intro01:01 - Dan John on Kettlebell Mount Rushmore10:24 - Getting Maximum Benefits From Goblet Squats14:03 - Finding the Right Offset Balance in KB Training17:57 - Using Machines for Turning Back to Home Training24:43 - Going from Weak to Strong30:02 - Bare Minimum Equipment for a Home Gym36:56 - Muscle Imbalances During Injury Trainings41:36 - Dan John on Diets49:01 - Favorite Programs Using Machines52:56 - Non-Traditional Strength Training► 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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Oct 2, 2025 • 43min

EP 319 - ABF, Pull-ups, Loaded Carries, Warm-up Tips, Dan's Gym, Sports Movies & More

00:00 - Intro00:49 - The Role of Emotions in Training and Mental Warm-Up10:22 - If Dan John Opens a Gym...13:21 - Adding Sprint Work to ABF as a Busy Dad16:44 - Building Rack Strength in ABF19:29 - Dan John’s Favorite Sports Movies25:27 - Doing Pull-ups without MAPS30:01 - Dan John on Building and Maintaining Strong Relationships► 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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Sep 25, 2025 • 59min

EP 318 - Pressing the Beast, Front vs Back Squat, Combining Endurance & Strength, Pull-ups

00:00 - Intro01:08 - Best Tips for Pressing the Beast15:55 - Kettlebell Training with Injuries22:21 - Dan John’s Utah Jazz Stories27:23 - Best Exercises for Adult Basketball Players29:45 - Front Squats vs. Back Squats for Building Big Quads33:55 - The Best Twice-a-Week Program for Runners39:10 - Regaining Pull-Up Strength44:15 - Training Around Regular Blood Donation46:39 - Combining Endurance & Strength Training50:04 - Dan John on Building Simple Health Habits► 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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Sep 18, 2025 • 51min

EP 317 - ABF, Loaded Carries, Losing Fat, Pull-ups, Alternating Barbell & KB, Travelling

00:00 - Intro00:57 - Understanding the High Volume in the ABF07:43 - Alternating Barbell and Kettlebell Workouts12:07 - Dan John’s Travel Workout Routine16:12 - Making Meditation a Daily Practice and Its Benefits23:32 - The Value of Suitcase Carry27:22 - Running the Armor Building Formula Twice a Week33:09 - Starting Olympic Lifts as a Powerlifter36:22 - Dan John’s Guide to Losing 50 Pounds41:32 - Adding Pull-ups to Armor Building?!43:45 - Reaching 30 Mins in ABF, Next?45:50 - The Best Way to Increase ABF Numbers► 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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