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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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Power Athlete Dragon Slayer and BJJ black belt assassin, Felipe Costa, joins John to break down his upcoming fight, ADCC 2026 prep, and elite Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training. Learn the mindset, strength, conditioning, and recovery strategies needed to c... more

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Dr. John Rusin lays out how to bulletproof your body with smarter programming, better movement, and a no-BS approach to pain-free performance. We break down the biggest mistakes in modern training, why early specialization is wrecking athletes, and h... more

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What does it take to raise capable kids in a comfortable world? John sits down with former CrossFit Games athlete, Pat Barber, to talk fatherhood, masculinity, and why real-world skills still matter. From learning through experience to living intenti... more

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Think strength training is optional after 40? Think again. Hailey Babcock joins John to unpack the real challenges women face in midlife. From hormones and muscle loss to the misinformation dominating social media, and why picking up heavy weight mig... more

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Recent Guests

Hailey Babcock
Founder of Hailey Happens Fitness, midlife women's health coach
Hailey Happens Fitness
Episode: Ep 850: Why Women Over 40 Need the Barbell w/ Hailey Babcock
Will Fries
NFL offensive lineman
Episode: Ep 846: Super Bowl 2026 Predictions w/ Will Fries
Scott Hogan
Author of Built or Broken and Owner of Salt Wrap
Salt Wrap
Episode: Ep 841: Minimize Injury & Maximize Performance w/ Scott Hogan
Andrew Koutnik
Athlete and diabetes advocate
Episode: Ep 836: The Athlete’s Guide to Diabetes w/ Andrew Koutnik
Dave Spitz
Former USC athlete, Olympic weightlifting coach, and founder of California Strength
California Strength
Episode: Ep 825: Breaking The Limits of Strength w/ Dave Spitz
Samantha Christine
Fitness expert focusing on empowering women, particularly mothers, in their fitness journeys
Episode: Ep 822: The Truth About Women’s Training w/ Samantha Christine
Bobby Williams
CEO, creator, and founder of Stratosphere, a holistic health technology company
Stratosphere
Episode: Ep 820: The Truth About Holistic Health w/ Dr. Bobby Williams
Jay Campbell
Peptide expert and author
Author of numerous health-related books
Episode: Ep 819: Peptides: The Biohack You're Missing w/ Jay Campbell
Dr. Shawn Baker
Carnivore expert and founding father of the carnivore movement
Episode: Ep 816: The Carnivore Cure w/ Dr. Shawn Baker

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John Welbourn
Host of Power Athlete Radio; former NFL pro and Power Athlete founder. Leads discussions on strength & conditioning, athlete performance, and related initiatives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 910 ratings
  • Great content

    You have great content. Please let your guess talk. It is very obvious you have great knowledge about lifting, fitness and nutrition. When you invite guest on the show we want to hear the guest. If you want to do a podcast by yourself and talk about different subjects I would absolutely listen to that. Please let your guest talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    instagram is a waste.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Longtime Listener

    I love the podcast and am long-time listener. I hate being critical, but the host needs to talk less and listen more. Oftentimes, guests speak less than 30% of the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MRM1112
    United Statesa year ago
  • The John show.

    I’m not sure why John bothers having people on as guests, he is knowledgeable that’s for sure but I have never heard a presenter that cuts off their guest and inserts their own point of view as much as John does. It takes a few podcasts to notice but listen to a few and all the opinions start to be recycled making it repetitive listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Big ol gull
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Had a great conversation about doping in sports.

    I was lucky enough to be a guest on Power Athlete Radio to discuss my latest book, In Defense of Doping. I found Mr. Welbourn to be knowledgeable, engaging, and fair in his approach. This was not a rubber stamp of my philosophy. Nor was it an adversarial debate. We had a fair-minded, conversation about several topics related to the nature of doping in sport. I’ve listened to several other episodes in preparation for my visit. In each I found John to be friendly and knowledgeable while keep... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexander of iTunes
    United States2 years ago
  • Came for psychedelic information

    I am leaving as I don’t want to hear that all college professors are socialists and anti-trans remarks.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jennysobaski
    United States2 years ago

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Ep 846: Super Bowl 2026 Predictions w/ Will Fries
Q: What was your experience like playing overseas?
It was interesting being in Dublin and London but not very enjoyable due to limited time for sightseeing.
Ep 846: Super Bowl 2026 Predictions w/ Will Fries
Q: What predictions do you have for the Super Bowl matchup?
I think Seattle will probably win. They seem to be on a good hot streak with strong performances.
Ep 846: Super Bowl 2026 Predictions w/ Will Fries
Q: How much do you really enjoy the Super Bowl as a player?
It's kind of bittersweet, as you're watching these guys you know in a big situation, and there's always that feeling of wanting to be there.
Ep 844: The Evolution of Human Performance w/ Robb Wolf
Q: How did Art's idea of process and play shape early strength conditioning programs?
We realized that not everything has to be physical training; it's about enjoying the process more than focusing solely on goals.
Ep 844: The Evolution of Human Performance w/ Robb Wolf
Q: How did Art influence your thinking around hormesis?
Art was the person that first put the concept of hormesis on my radar, influencing training, nutrition, and wellness.

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What is Power Athlete Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Power Athlete Radio delivers a steady stream of discussions centered on strength, conditioning, and athletic performance, often weaving in practical coaching principles with candid stories from training camps, competitions, and community initiatives. Episodes frequently explore topics like progressive overload, durability, nutrition, injury prevention, and the mindset required to move the dirt—often with a mix of competitive sports insights and real-world applications for athletes, coaches, and fitness professionals. A notable strength is the host's ability to blend technical coaching with entertaining storytelling, frequently featuring guests who provide hands-on expertise and actionable takeaways. The show stands out for its long-running ... more

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Recent guests on Power Athlete Radio include:

1. Hailey Babcock
2. Will Fries
3. Scott Hogan
4. Andrew Koutnik
5. Dave Spitz
6. Samantha Christine
7. Bobby Williams
8. Jay Campbell

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