What does it really take to build an athlete who performs at a high level for decades instead of seasons? In this episode of Power Athlete Radio, John Welbourn sits down with Tom Newman to explore the connection between strength, brain health, athletic performance, recovery, and longevity. They discuss why modern athlete development requires more than simply lifting heavier or training harder, and how a systems-based approach can improve resilience, recovery, and long-term performance. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep867 Are you new to training or returning to it after time away? Don’t bypass untapped potential, follow Bedrock and lay the foundation to build unparalleled strength, speed and power. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/bedrock/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Tom on Insta https://www.instagram.com/newman.hp/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Peptides have become the latest gold rush in the world of performance and recovery. Scroll social media for five minutes and you'll find someone claiming they heal injuries faster, build muscle easier, recover overnight, and maybe even live forever. But are peptides the next evolution in human performance, or just another shiny object for people looking to skip the hard work? Dr. Kirk Parsley joins John to cut through the noise and break down what the science actually says. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep866 You can't out-train a crappy diet. Three comprehensive nutrition programs crafted by NFL pro John Welbourn prescribing daily custom macros for your personal body goals. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Dr Kirk Parsley on Insta https://www.instagram.com/kirkparsley/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How healthy are you after 40? Most men assume declining energy, stubborn body fat, poor recovery, low testosterone, and fading athletic performance are simply part of getting older. Dr Kirk Parsley says otherwise as he joins John Welbourn to expose the real drivers of aging-related decline and explain why so many people are getting old before their time. From sleep quality and metabolic health to hormones, strength, and recovery, they break down the objective metrics that separate those who thrive from those merely surviving. If you're serious about building a stronger, healthier, more capable body for decades to come, this conversation delivers the blueprint for longevity, performance, and quality of life after 40. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep865 Are you looking for a flexible training program so you can balance training with life? Follow Grindstone and punch the clock in the face. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/grindstone/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Dr Kirk Parsley on Insta https://www.instagram.com/kirkparsley/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Most people assume they're healthy because they aren't sick. That's a dangerous assumption. Dr Kirk Parsley joins John Welbourn to break down the blood markers that reveal what's really happening beneath the surface, the five biomarkers everyone over 40 should monitor, and why being "within range" isn't the same as being healthy. The numbers don't lie, and they may be telling a very different story than you think. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep864 Stop guessing and start measuring. Get a comprehensive look under the hood with Power Athlete Bloodwork and build a plan based on real data. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/bloodwork/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Dr Kirk Parsley on Insta https://www.instagram.com/kirkparsley/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

You can squat 500 pounds. Bench your bodyweight for reps. Maybe you've spent years chasing strength and building muscle. But here's the question: Are you actually athletic? Power Athlete Certified Coach, Dr Ben Skutnik joins John Welbourn to break down the components of athleticism and why movement quality, coordination, and muscle mass all play critical roles in long-term performance and longevity. Together they explore why muscle remains one of the strongest predictors of healthy aging, why strength without athleticism is a dead end, and how Power Athlete programs are designed to build specific fitness goals while following the same proven training principles. If you've ever wondered whether your training is making you more capable, or just better at exercising, this episode will challenge the way you think about strength, athleticism, and what it really takes to stay resilient as you age. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep863 Are you looking for a flexible training program so you can balance training with life? Follow Grindstone and punch the clock in the face. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/grindstone/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Ben on Insta https://www.instagram.com/benskutnik/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Fatherhood has a way of exposing every weakness a man tries to hide. Certified Power Athlete Coach Ben Skutnik and resident Dragon Slayer Arash Soofiani join John Welbourn for a raw conversation about parenting, masculinity, personal growth, and navigating life’s biggest transitions without losing your edge. From marriage and raising kids to identity shifts, sacrifice, and learning how to lead under pressure, this episode digs into the uncomfortable reality of evolving as a man when life stops being all about you. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep862 Are you looking for a flexible training program so you can balance training with life? Follow Grindstone and punch the clock in the face. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/grindstone/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Arash https://www.instagram.com/arash_soofiani/ and Ben https://www.instagram.com/benskutnik/ on Insta Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What happened to discipline? John Welbourn sits down with resident Dragon Slayer, Arash Soofiani,k for a raw conversation about the movies, mindset, and life lessons that shaped an entire generation of hard men. From Bloodsport and Rocky to modern culture’s obsession with comfort, the guys break down why toughness isn’t built in motivational speeches, it’s built through suffering, consistency, and showing up when nobody’s watching. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep861 Are you looking to amplify your physique and build thick sidewalk splitting slabs of muscle? Follow with the same tried-and-true training that John Welbourn followed to walk into training camp at 308 lbs & 8% body fat. Jacked Street. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/jackedstreet/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Arash on Insta https://www.instagram.com/arash_soofiani/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sam Yo’s journey is anything but ordinary. Before becoming one of Peloton’s most recognizable instructors, Sam walked away from life as a West End performer to spend years living as a Buddhist monk. In this episode of Power Athlete Radio, John Welbourn sits down with Sam to explore the lessons he learned through mindfulness, discipline, meditation, and intentional living — and how those lessons shaped his approach to fitness, mental toughness, and resilience. Whether you know Sam Yo from Peloton or are searching for tools to sharpen your mindset and improve your life, this conversation delivers wisdom that goes far beyond the bike. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep860 Are you a fighter & grappler? Crafted to complement your existing combat training, max out your strength, skill and conditioning so you can master the mat, hit them so it hurts, and return home a hero. START TODAY - https://powerathletehq.com/dragonslayer/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This isn’t another hypertrophy podcast filled with recycled bro science and influencer BS. We're we’re opening the vault to bring you a handpicked compilation of the most effective muscle-building strategies ever featured on Power Athlete Radio, built on decades of real-world strength training and hypertrophy experience. Featuring insights from Jay Cutler, Antonio Squillante, John Welbourn, and other leaders in the Power Athlete community, this episode breaks down proven methods for building muscle mass, increasing size, and optimizing hypertrophy training. If you’re chasing real hypertrophy, not just a pump and a mirror selfie, this is required listening. Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep859 This is not a lecture. Not a boring seminar. It's a 2-day, hands-on training experience designed to fix what’s holding you back. Hypertrophy Standard Seminar, May 29-30, Power Athlete HQ in Austin, TX Limited access, only 50 spots and selling fast!! CLAIM YOUR SPOT: https://powerathletehq.com/thehypertrophystandard/ Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Welbourn & Certified Power Athlete Coach, Dr Ben Skutnik, break down what’s really holding most athletes back from building size, why typical hypertrophy training falls short and exactly how the upcoming Hypertrophy Standard Seminar at Power Athlete HQ, (May 29–30, 2026) is designed to fix it. This is not a lecture. Not a boring seminar. It's a 2-day, hands-on training experience designed to fix what’s holding you back. This isn’t theory. It’s coached lifting, real-time feedback, and direct access to John and the Team. Limited access, only 50 spots and selling fast!! Claim your spot: https://powerathletehq.com/thehypertrophystandard/ Shownotes: https://bit.ly/PARep858 Check out what we do: Training - https://powerathletehq.com/training Nutrition - https://powerathletehq.com/nutrition Knowledge - https://academy.powerathletehq.com Click on the link to see the companies we use and support 👉 https://powerathletehq.com/partners/ Follow Ben on Insta https://www.instagram.com/benskutnik/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy