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Power Athlete Radio

Welcome to Power Athlete Radio. A podcast dedicated to empowering your performance every damn day. Join former NFL pro and Power Athlete Founder John Welbourn as he dissects the greatest minds in strength & conditioning and more. So whether your goal is to Be The Hammer, Destroy Mediocrity or simply Move The Dirt, you’ve come to the right place.

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Ep 796: Exercise Selection - What Works & What’s BS

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2025/02/21

Most people waste time in the gym doing exercises that don’t move the needle. In this episode, I sit down with Arash Soofiani to answer your questions on exercise selection; what works, what’s BS, and how to train smarter. We’re calling out the most overrated movement in modern programs, breaking down the lifts you need for an unbreakable back, and showing you how to get results without living in the gym. If you’re tired of spinning your wheels, listen up.Shownotes00:01:15 - Overrated

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Ep 795: Hard Truths & Tactics for Muscle Growth & Fat...

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2025/02/14

Most people are wasting time in the gym and wondering why they’re not getting bigger, stronger, or leaner. John answers your biggest questions about muscle growth, fat loss, and the real work it takes to build a legit physique. No fluff—just straight talk and actionable tactics.Hit play, get smarter, and start training like you mean it.Shownotes00:01:15 - Diet and Nutrition00:07:48 - Strength and Fat Loss Myth00:15:39 - Nutrition for Muscle Gain00:21:03 - Protein Strategy00:25:11 - Calories for

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Ep 795: Hard Truths and Battle-Tested Tactics

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2025/02/14

Power Athlete Nation, you asked, and we answered. This week, resident Dragon Slayer Arash Soofiani grills me with your best training, nutrition, and life questions. We’re talking strength gains, fat loss, and why you’re probably not overtraining—just under-recovering. Plus, a deep dive into cedar fever, bulking myths, and coaching youth flag football like it’s the Super Bowl.Hit play, get smarter, and start training like you mean it.Shownotes00:01:15 - Texas Weather00:05:03 - Cedar Fever &

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Ep 794: Big Hits, Big Egos: The Reality of NFL w/...

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2025/02/07

We bring in Jesse on Fire to break down the Super Bowl matchup with the hottest, most unfiltered takes you won’t hear anywhere else. No ESPN fluff. No corporate-approved analysis. Just real football talk from guys who know what it takes to win.We’re calling out the frauds, breaking down the game behind the game, and giving you the real scoop on who’s built for the moment—and who’s about to fold like a cheap lawn chair.If you want safe, vanilla predictions, go somewhere else. If you want raw, no-BS

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39:17

Ep 793: Best of Power Athlete Radio: Strength Edition

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2025/01/31

We're bringing you a ‘best of’ episode featuring top moments from past interviews with Louie Simmons, Jim Wendler, and Mark Rippetoe. Hear the most hard-hitting insights on GPP, progressive overload, and mastering the basics—all pulled from our most popular episodes. No gimmicks, just raw, proven strength knowledge. Tune in and level up!Shownotes00:02:11 - Jim Wendler00:17:15 - Louie Simmons00:28:51 - Mark RippetoeAre you new to training or returning to it after time away? Don’t bypass untapped

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Ep 792: The Miseducation of Society w/ Ben Skutnik

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2025/01/24

Certified Power Athlete Coach Ben Skutnik joins John to discuss the impact of education on mindset, the challenges of being a college athlete, and why critical thinking is more important than ever in a world full of misinformation. Tune in for powerful insights and no-nonsense truth!Shownotes00:01:15 - Education Background Insights00:05:07 - Academia vs. Online Education00:10:28 - College Experience vs. Sports00:16:47 - University Influence on Thinking00:19:13 - Social Media's Influence on

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Ep 791: RE-UP: Diet FACTS vs FADS w/ Robb Wolf

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2025/01/17

In this re-run episode, Robb Wolf—NY Times bestselling author and health rebel—joins us for a no-holds-barred discussion on ditching diet fads and wellness gimmicks. Get the cold-hard facts on nutrition, sodium, and how to fast from the BS. Tune in for a truth-packed episode that will help you reshape your approach to health and wellness.Shownotes00:09:05 - Health and Performance00:11:31 - Cardiovascular and Fitness00:20:30 - Training Strategies00:25:05 - Nutrition and Recovery00:30:12 - Dietary

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Ep 790: RE-UP - Walk a Hero's Path w/ Rudy Reyes

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2025/01/10

Marine, motivator, and master of resilience Rudy Reyes is back in this powerful re-up episode. Dive into Rudy’s incredible journey as he shares raw stories of grit, sacrifice, and the pursuit of purpose. From the battlefield to everyday life, his insights will inspire you to face challenges head-on and walk your own Hero’s Path. Whether you’re seeking motivation, mental toughness, or a spark to ignite your inner fire, this episode delivers.Shownotes00:01:15 - Introduction and Overview00:07:06 - Show

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Ep 789: The Secret to Crushing Life’s Challenges

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2025/01/03

John sits down with Arash Soofiani, Power Athlete’s resident Dragon Slayer, to talk about how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu builds unstoppable resilience, mental toughness, and grit. From the grind of daily rolls to life-changing lessons learned on the mat, Arash shares how Jiu-Jitsu shapes a healthier, stronger, and more disciplined life.Ready to level up? Tune in now.ShownotesAre you a fighter & grappler? Crafted to complement your existing combat training, max out your strength, skill and conditioning

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Ep 788: Forged in Fire: The Journey to World Champion

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2024/12/27

A year ago, Felipe Costa and Arash Soofiani set an audacious goal: to become a world champion. This week, Felipe shares how he made it happen, from the relentless grind to the mindset shifts that fueled his victory. Together, they break down the blood, sweat, and tears behind the journey and how Power Athlete’s training philosophy and community played a pivotal role.Whether you’re chasing greatness or looking for the spark to ignite your own journey, this episode is packed with insights and

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44:56

Ep 787: Dragon Slayers’ Secret to Crushing Goals

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2024/12/20

In this week’s episode we sit down with Power Athlete Dragon Slayer Arash Soofiani to uncover the brutal truth about what it takes to crush your goals. From shedding pounds and stacking muscle to the mindset shifts that keep you in the fight.Plus, we’re shouting out another of our Dragon Slayers, Felipe Costa, who just claimed his World Champion title through relentless focus and discipline.Shownotes00:00:27 - Celebrating Felipe’s win00:07:45 - Dragon Slayer00:08:11 - Felipe’s transformation00:11:21

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Ep 786: Want Faster ACL Recovery? Dr Desai's Got You.

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2024/12/13

We’re diving deep into the science of getting back in the game—better, faster, and stronger. Dr. Desai from Restore PDX joins us to break down the latest innovations in ACL surgeries, recovery protocols, and how cutting-edge treatments like stem cells and non-invasive procedures are changing the way athletes bounce back.Shownotes00:01:57 - Challenges with ACL Surgeries00:09:41 - Regenerative Medicine00:13:36 - 00:19:17 Fat and PRP00:19:17 - Technological Advances in Regeneration00:24:17 - ACL Repair

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Ep 785: RIP Jim Abrahams, a hero in metabolic health

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2024/12/06

Jim Abrahams wasn’t just a master of comedy—he was a master of resilience. When doctors said “no hope,” he said “watch me.” His fight to save his son from 100 seizures a day led to a revolution in ketogenic nutrition. This week we pay tribute to this unstoppable warrior, as we bring back Ep 142 and dive into Jim’s journey from Hollywood heavyweight to life-saving advocate. Get ready to be inspired by a story of grit, resilience, and the power of taking action.ShownotesAre you new to training or

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Ep 784: Re-up: Dr Dituri on breathing top performance

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2024/11/29

Oxygen isn’t a hack—it’s fuel. Performance, recovery, longevity—none happen without it. That’s why we’re bringing you a re-boot of one of our favourite episodes with Dr. Joe Dituri, our hyperbaric hero.After clocking 90 minutes a day in his own hyperbaric chamber, John’s ready to push past the surface and dig into the science. Is hyperbarics the real deal for athletes, operators, and anyone chasing peak performance? Or is it just pressure without payoff?John’s got the questions. Dr. Dituri’s got the

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Ep 783: NFL Paydays, Celeb Secrets, and the Afterlife...

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2024/11/22

Matt Vincent joins us for a no-holds-barred conversation covering everything from NFL paydays and college athletes cashing in on NIL deals to the secret sauce behind celebrity fitness transformations. We dig into the modern-day social class system, uncover what’s really driving today’s influencers and athletes, and explore big questions about reincarnation and the afterlife. Whether you're chasing personal growth, athletic performance, or just looking for a new way to think about the world, this

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Ep 782: Life on the ice & recovering from head hits

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2024/11/15

Former pro hockey player Brandon Cullen joins Power Athlete Radio to share his story of resilience and reinvention. From battling head injuries and brain trauma to finding recovery through nutrition and movement, Brandon opens up about the toll of the game and the journey back.We also dive into MADabolic, the fitness concept he created to revolutionize group training. Discover why it stands out from the crowd and how Brandon’s athletic mindset shaped its success. This episode is packed with insights

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Ep 781: Powerlifters, you NEED to hear this

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2024/11/08

John sits down with the man, the myth, the legend—Ed Coan. The dude who doesn’t just lift, he redefines what’s possible under a barbell. Ed breaks down his insane technique, the grind that got him to the top, and how his mindset turned record-breaking lifts into a walk in the park. If you think lifting heavy is about muscle, think again. It’s about precision, focus, and a will that doesn’t quit. Hit play and get schooled by the powerlifting GOAT himself.ShownotesAre you looking to amplify your

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Ep 780: Is emotional health linked to your fitness?

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2024/11/01

Crushing it in the gym is one thing, but handling the weight of life? That’s a whole new PR. This week, the legendary Sean Waxman drops knowledge bombs on confidence, depression, and why getting strong is more than just reps and sets—it's emotional survival. Tune in, get fired up, and learn how discipline under the bar makes you a warrior in life. Don’t miss this one.Shownotes00:00:27 - Coaching High School Football00:12:56 - Coaching High School Football00:18:44 - Styles of Training00:37:49 -

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Ep 779: What makes Special Ops so special?

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2024/10/25

Tune in as John sits down with Delta operator John McPhee, aka “The Sheriff of Baghdad", and ex-Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille. We’re diving deep into the war on terror—think hunting down bad guys and wild tales from Saddam’s gold-plated palaces. These guys will break down the evolution of Special Forces and what it takes to push the limits in training, both in the field and post-service. If you want to learn how elite warriors stay sharp and perform at the highest level, you can’t afford to miss this

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Ep 778: Classic re-up: Wendler's Wisdom

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2024/10/18

Missed it the first time? Here’s your shot at redemption. Jim Wendler’s back, and this time he’s shaping the next generation of football savages as a high school strength coach. No studies, no fluff—just blood, scars, and 5/3/1 grit. Tune in as we reboot one of our all-time favorite episodes, where Wendler proves the game may have softened, but real strength never dies.Shownotes00:00:27 - Jim Wendler Origin00:08:15 - 00:13:20 Football and Violence00:13:55 - Evolution of Linemen00:18:15 - College

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