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The Judd Lienhard Podcast

by Judd Lienhard

The Judd Lienhard Podcast delivers raw, unfiltered conversations with elite athletes, military leaders, top coaches, and industry disruptors, diving deep into performance, mindset, and resilience. Hosted by Judd Lienhard, a former Army Ranger, college linebacker, and Strength & Performance Coach, this show explores the watershed moments that shaped high performers—from NFL vets and Special Forces operators to authors, trainers, and entrepreneurs. Each episode unpacks real-world lessons in leadership, training, and overcoming adversity, with candid discussions on physical and mental toughness, fitness strategies, and personal growth. Whether you're looking for actionable performance insights or inspiration from those who’ve pushed past limits, this podcast is built to help you level up. 🎧 Subscribe now and start your journey toward peak performance! Want more? Follow Judd on IG & YouTube: @juddlienhard 

Latest episodes

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Fitness Q&A: The TRUTH About Junk Volume & Training to Failure | #138

#41 trending · Fitness

How much training volume do you actually need to build muscle and strength? In this Q&A episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd explains junk volume, workout frequency

Oct 15
32 min

The Best Minimalist Workout Plan for Busy People | #137

What is the best minimalist workout plan for building strength, muscle, endurance, and athleticism without spending hours in the gym? Judd Lienhard explains how to simpli

Oct 13
35 min

Fitness Q&A: When Does Training Harder Make You Worse? | #136

How do you know if you actually need a rest day or if you’re simply mentally exhausted and need to work out? Judd Lienhard explains how stress, recovery, motivation, exer

Oct 8
21 min

How to Build a Workout Program that Actually Works | #135

Want to build a workout program that actually makes you stronger, fitter, and more athletic? Judd Lienhard breaks down how to create an effective strength and conditionin

Oct 6
1 h 02 min

How to Stay Strong When You’re Busy, Tired & Beat Up | #134

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Oct 1
25 min

Youth Strength Training: How to Build Stronger Young Athletes | #133

Train with me using my app at juddlienhard.com and use code "JLPOD" for 30% off your first year. How should kids strength train, sprint, lift weights, and develop athlet

Sep 29
51 min

How to Lose Fat Without Eating Less Calories | #132

In this Q&A episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd breaks down why calories in vs. calories out isn't always the best place to START when your goal is weight los

Sep 24
17 min

The 5 Training Principles Every Beginner Needs | #131

How should a beginner start working out? In this episode, Judd breaks down the 5 training principles every beginner should understand before worrying about complicated wo

Sep 22
43 min

Pre-Workout Carbs, Cold Plunge Timing & Which Sauna to Use | #130

Should you cold plunge after lifting weights? Do you actually need carbs before a workout? And should your pre-workout nutrition change depending on whether you’re streng

Sep 17
25 min

How Men & Women Should Train Differently for Strength, Muscle & Fitness | #129

Should men and women train differently? Judd breaks down the differences between male and female strength training, exercise selection, recovery, hormones, training volum

Sep 15
47 min

Cardio vs. Muscle Growth: How Much Is Too Much? | #128

How much strength training do you actually need, and can too much cardio hurt your muscle gains? In this Q&A episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd breaks down traini

Sep 10
33 min

Functional vs. Non-Functional Exercises: The TRUTH About Training for Athleticism | #127

“Functional training” has become one of the most overused and misunderstood terms in fitness. Some people associate it with kettlebells, unstable surfaces, unilateral exe

Sep 8
58 min

How to Train for Athleticism After 40 | Strength, Power & Conditioning | #126

In this Q&A episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd answers questions about transitioning from bodybuilding to athletic training, balancing fitness with a busy life, s

Sep 3
31 min

The Best Workout Split for Busy People (Only 3 Days Per Week) | #125

Full body workouts can build strength, muscle, power, and athleticism without requiring six days a week in the gym. In this episode, Judd explains why total body training

Sep 1
33 min

Stop Stacking Recovery: Cold Plunge & Sauna Are Stress Too | Q&A #124

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Aug 27
25 min

6 Fitness Trends of the Future | #123

In this episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd lays out six training methods and technologies he believes have enormous untapped potential. Some already exist in gyms

Aug 25
38 min

Q&A: Rep Count, Sprint Alternatives, Kettlebell Snatches, Pec Tears & Nutrition on the Road | #122

In this episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd and Mia answer listener questions covering everything from alternatives to sprinting with bad knees to getting back int

Aug 20
25 min

Why Exercise Matters MORE Than Calories for Body Composition | #121

Most people have heard the phrase, "You can't outwork a bad diet." While that's absolutely true, it has also led many people to underestimate just how important

Aug 18
33 min

Q&A: Early Morning Workouts, Downhill Marathons, Muscle Knots & What is Dry Fasting? | #120

In this Q&A episode, Judd answers listener questions covering everything from early morning workouts and hydration to sprint mechanics, programming strength training, ath

Aug 13
44 min

Two Pattern Protocol: Build Strength with LESS Training Volume | #119

For years, Judd trained like someone chasing maximum performance: heavy lifting, sprinting, jumping, high training volume, and pushing through everything. Eventually, his

Aug 11
38 min

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As always Judd puts out great content from the heart with real world experience. He has changed my takes on exercise and I’m excited for the future of this podcast.

joeyrod3086 · Jan 2025

This is an unfiltered, unapologetic, tell you you what you need to hear instead of what you want to hear, kind of guy. But he’s also a student, constantly learning and testing theories. If you want it the right way, here’s your guy. If you want the 10 ways to short cuts, you’re clicking on the wrong link.

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