
The Dan John Podcast
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.
Latest episodes

Oct 12, 2023 • 46min
EP 216 - BEST Program, Pull-Ups, Busy People Fitness, OHP, Peter Attia & Longevity
00:00 - Intro00:51 - How to Work Out With Limited Time?05:59 - How to Increase Your Strict Overhead Press?12:43 - Best Program for Super Busy People!18:23 - The Best Training Goals and Skills for Athletic Improvement and How to Efficiently Progress? 25:25 - Is Becoming A Kettlebell Coach Worth It Despite Potential Future AI Advancements In Coaching?29:46 - How to Improve Pull-Ups? 33:22 - How to Build Strength to Carry Other Humans for Long Periods of Time Like a Military or Fireman?36:46 - Dan John on How to Train for Longevity and The Ability to Handle Physical Tasks? ► 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 EasyStrengthOmnibook.com to get Dan's latest book.

Oct 5, 2023 • 49min
EP 215 - Peter Attia, Deadlifts, Longevity, Anaconda Strength, Home Training & Pull-Ups
00:00 - Intro01:00 - Dan on Stomach Vacuum! Is It Good for Anaconda Strength?06:26 - How to Structure a Tetrades-Style Training Program at Home with Limited Equipment?12:58 - Dan on Rest/Recovery/Deload Weeks During Training!18:13 - The Key Form Tips and Cues to Do Trap Bar Deadlifts Correctly!24:46 - What to Do to Get Stronger at Pull-Ups And Bigger Shoulder?29:39 - Why Can't You Lose Weight Despite Training? 35:41 - Dan on Peter Attia’s book “Outlive”!45:26 - Dan on One Hand Barbell Press? ► 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 EasyStrengthOmnibook.com to get Dan's latest book.

Sep 28, 2023 • 54min
EP 214 - Kettlebell Workout Plan, BEST Exercises, KBs for Longevity, Easy Strength & More
00:00 - Intro01:37 - What Lifts Would Dan Pick For the Squat, Push, and Pull?08:54 - Dan on Taking Fish Oil!16:18 - What Is the Most Effective and Efficient Recovery Program in Your Gym’s Spa Amenities? 21:45 - The Best Exam Week Friendly Kettlebell Workout Plan!28:14 - Which one is better for over 65 years old? Fat Loss Generator vs. Easy Strength for Fat Loss! 31:02 - Should You Include Kettlebell Exercises in The Boxing Workout Program? 36:59 - How to Build A Strong, Active 55+ Community Focused on Health and Fitness?44:08 - How to Train With Kettlebells For Longevity?48:18 - How to Build Back Your Body After Major Surgery? ► 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 EasyStrengthOmnibook.com to get Dan's latest book.

Sep 21, 2023 • 47min
EP 213 - Kettlebell Press, Dips, Armor Building Complex, 10k Challenge & More
00:00 - Intro02:05 - How to Increase Your Kettlebell Press?10:58 - Does Dan John Recommend Dips?15:05 - What's A Good All-Body 'ABC Alternate' Workout for Middle-Aged Office Workers?19:55 - What's the Best Way to Train A Team for Pallbearing?26:13 - Dan on 10,000 Hip Thrust Challenge!31:33 - Dan on The Differences Between Barbell, Dumbbell, and Kettlebell C&P!37:33 - How to Balance Martial Arts Sports with Strength, Flexibility, and Staying Lean? ► 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 EasyStrengthOmnibook.com to get Dan's latest book.

Sep 14, 2023 • 43min
EP 212 - Kettlebell Swings, Easy Strength, Training NBA Players & Increasing Athleticism
00:00 - Intro00:49 - How Should Victor Wenbanyama Add Muscle Mass?12:55 - How to Program Workouts on Long Trips?17:44 - How to Structure A Training Program to Keep A Guy Healthy and Fit for Duty for A Firefighter Career?24:21 - Which Rep Scheme is Better 5-3-2 or 2-3-5?27:23 - How to Integrate Athleticism to Your Routine with Limited Time and Strength Training?33:32 - What to Do After Swings and Getups? ► 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 EasyStrengthOmnibook.com to get Dan's latest book.

Sep 7, 2023 • 51min
EP 211 - Easy Strength, Kettlebells, Bodybuilding, TRX Rows, Press Strength & More...
00:00 - Intro01:04 - How to Prepare For Meets Without Peaking Using Easy Strength?11:27 - How to Progressively Increase 1-Arm Press Volume With A Fixed Weight Over 4 Weeks? 18:02 - How to Structure A Gym Workout Twice A Week Using Rack Trap Bar Carries and Push Sled, Alongside Weekend Kettlebell Training at Home?21:52 - What Are The Standards for TRX Rows? How to Optimize Rows With A Suspension Trainer? 27:39 - Dan on His Approach to Bodybuilding for Lean Muscle Mass In Older Lifters?36:00 - Dan on Instinctive Training, And How Can Progress Be Achieved When Using This Approach Without A Structured Program?42:49 - How to Start Weight Traning With Hypermobility? ► 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 EasyStrengthOmnibook.com to get Dan's latest book.

Aug 31, 2023 • 56min
EP 210 - BEST Minimalist Program, Rite of Passage, Muscle Building, 50+ Lifting & More...
00:00 - Intro01:01 - Dan’s Five Must-Read Books for Personal Growth, Align With the Easy Strength Exercise Categories!11:48 - How to Build Muscle Mass While Working A Physically Demanding Job?20:40 - How Can Weightlifters Use Seasonal Principles for Optimal Progress? How to Balance Running in Warm Months With Strength in Cold Months in A Seasonal Climate?29:05 - Ideal Strength Training Program Duration for over 50?40:36 - How to Modify Weightlifting Training to Maintain Strength During Weight Loss, and How Can These Lessons Be Applied to Coaching Across Disciplines?45:21 - Dan on His Perfect Minimalist Program!48:44 - How to Combine the Russian Kettlebell Program (ROP) And the Humane Burpee in One Efficient Workout While Traveling with Limited Equipment? ► 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 EasyStrengthOmnibook.com to get Dan's latest book.

Aug 24, 2023 • 36min
EP 209 - Kettlebells, Building Muscle, Snatches, Cleans, Farmer Walks, Bulking & More
00:00 - Intro01:08 - Dan on Splitting Snatch and Clean!08:17 - How to Build Muscle?19:28 - Are Uneven Farmer Walks A Good Substitute For Other Asymmetrical Carry Exercises In Strength Training?23:46 - Can Non-Instructors Attend Kettlebell Certification Classes or Workshops?28:03 - How to Bulk? ► 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 EasyStrengthOmnibook.com to get Dan's latest book.

Aug 17, 2023 • 36min
EP 208 - Kettlebells, Best Fitness Influencers, Easy Strength, Pull-Ups & Training Goals
00:00 - Intro00:48 - The Best Fitness Influencers That Dan Follows!05:20 - Can Doing Two Easy Strength Workouts In A Day Be Effective?13:31 - How to Teach Kettlebells For Beginners?19:15 - How Can You Progress Pull-Up? 24:47 - How Often Should You Revisit Secondary Training Goals While Focusing on Your Primary Goal Throughout the Seasons?29:31 - Are There Any Disadvantages to Training With Uneven KBs? ► 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 EasyStrengthOmnibook.com to get Dan's latest book.

Aug 10, 2023 • 48min
EP 207 - Best Exercises, Squats, Easy Strength, Powerlifting, Core Movements & More...
00:00 - Intro01:00 - Can I Do A Easy Strength for Grappling Without Barbells?10:11 - Dan on Koji Squat!13:46 - How Does Dan Find Topics to Write About for His Books, Website Articles?21:59 - The Best Core Movements For Beginners!29:30 - Dan on The Sport of Powerlifting!35:51 - Dan John on Sumo Deadlifts! 36:07 - Why Recommend 3x3 as The Default in Easy Strength?43:00 - Can High Pulls Replace Power Cleans for A Class with Flexibility Issues in The Southwood Program? ► 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 EasyStrengthOmnibook.com to get Dan's latest book.