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.
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Ben Patrick—widely known as “Knees Over Toes Guy”—joins Judd Lienhard to challenge the long-standing myth that you should never let your knees pass your toes. They dig into the science, history, and …
Fear doesn’t just stop us in our tracks — it quietly shapes our choices, our discipline, and our relationships. In this episode, former Army Ranger, college linebacker, and strength & performance coa…
Former New Zealand SAS commando Damian Porter—known online as @hownottodieguy—joins me to break down real self-defense for everyday people. We cover why sport fighting skills aren’t enough, how to bu…
Mark Bell — world-record-holding powerlifter, inventor of the Slingshot, and founder of one of the most recognizable fitness brands on the planet — joins Judd Lienhard to share the lessons he’s learn…
Tait Fletcher and Keith Jardine join Judd Lienhard to talk about what every man needs but few are willing to chase: struggle, discipline, and a tribe to suffer with. In this conversation, the former …
Feeling Disciplined But Still Lost?
In this episode, I share the personal framework I call The House of Living—a simple structure built on 3 foundational traits and 5 daily pillars that help me stay g…
Daniel Back is a highly respected performance coach known for blending biomechanics, science, and real-world coaching to help athletes jump higher, sprint faster, and build explosive power. In this e…
A lot of people are chasing what’s “optimal.” The perfect split, the ideal routine, the magic exercise. But most of that doesn’t matter, especially if it doesn’t work for you in real life.
In this epi…
In this episode of The Judd Lienhard Podcast, I sit down with Paul de Gelder—shark attack survivor, former Australian Navy clearance diver, and one of the toughest men you’ll ever meet.
Paul lost his …
Most guys don’t need a new program, a better supplement stack, or the “perfect” exercise they saw on Instagram. They need a reality check on their priorities.
In this solo episode, I break down the Pr…
In this wide-ranging episode, former NFL offensive lineman and Power Athlete founder John Welbourn returns to The Judd Lienhard Podcast for Part 2. John and Judd dive deep into what truly drives perf…
Most people don’t fail in the gym because they’re lazy—they fail because they don’t have a real plan. In this episode, I break down 5 military tactics I learned as an Army Ranger and have used as a p…
What’s the difference between training and just working out? In this episode of The Judd Lienhard Podcast, elite performance coach Tim Riley (@timrileytraining) breaks down the mechanics of longevity…
I’ve spent over 15 years coaching young athletes—and I’ve seen one pattern over and over again: it’s not the kids who ruin their athletic experience... it’s the parents.
In this solo episode, I’m brea…
Elena Brandner was told she would never walk again.
In 2022, a catastrophic car crash left her with a shattered spine, 18 broken bones, and a long list of physical and emotional trauma. Doctors gave h…
What if the reason you feel off isn’t a lack of discipline or motivation—but too much comfort?
In this episode, Judd sits down with Dr. Alexei Vranich—archaeologist, Jiu Jitsu practitioner, and expert…
Breathing is the most underutilized tool in human performance—and in this episode, renowned breath expert Dr. Belisa Vranich breaks it all down with Judd.
Dr. Belisa (@drbelisa), clinical psychologist…
In this episode of The Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd sits down with Wes Whitlock — Marine Corps veteran, entrepreneur, and founder of Rogue American Apparel. From carrying classified intel through comb…
🔥 The Judd Lienhard Podcast EP 015 w/ Brad Dunn (@reliant.fitness) 🔥
Ready to take extreme ownership of your body, your mind, and your future? Brad Dunn shares how he rebuilt his life — fighting throu…
You know how to train hard. But do you know how to live well?
In this episode, Judd talks with elite athlete, author, and performance coach Gabby Reece. They unpack strength from breath to body to emo…