RTR Episode 088: Dan John on Building Strength Fast

Interview with Dan John

In this episode, Greg sits down with Dan John who is a distinguished leader in the fitness community. Dan holds the American record for the Weight Pentathlon, is an All-American discus thrower and has competed at the highest levels of fitness.

If that’s not enough, Dan has worked with the NFL, MLB, NBA, and the United States military. Fortunately for the fitness industry, Dan John has also been designing elite courses and key programs. In these courses Dan’s methods provide a minimalist approach, which is highly effective for building strength fast. This podcast was a blast and I hope you all enjoy it!

In this episode, you’ll discover:

The truth about intermittent fasting

The 4 pillars of lifting

Differences in training practices

How to build the elusive “well-rounded” physique

The biggest mistakes your trainer is probably making

The top workout concepts for beginners to advanced lifters

The top, surprisingly common misconceptions in training principals today

Most prevalent adverse habits present in the gym

Dan has continually provided the fitness industry with reliable and consistent information that has influenced thousands. I advise everyone to visit Dan’s website for blog posts, and renowned courses and books. As always, if you enjoyed our conversation please let me know on Facebook.

Thank You For Listening!

To get more RTR content sent directly to your device as they become available, you can subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher! Also, reviews on iTunes are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated… We read each and every one of them!

Attractive black man posing in front of a building.

The Most Attractive Body Weight for Your Height Based on BMI

Determining your ideal weight is crucial for looking shredded and attractive. Get it wrong, and you’ll miss your physique potential. Too light or heavy, and you’ll slip through the cracks. There’s a weight formula based on your height that gives

Read Story

Greg O'Gallagher two workouts per week plan

Get Shredded on Two Workouts Per Week

Since early 2023, I’ve spent most of the year training just two times per week. The rest of the time I walk and just try to be active in general. This has allowed me to gain strength and muscle at

Read Story

Greg O'Gallagher and beautiful girl walking on a boat.

Protein Intake for Getting Lean – A Simple Strategy

Getting enough protein is crucial for successful fat loss and muscle retention when cutting. However, many struggle to hit their daily protein target, especially while fasting or on lower calorie intake. Let’s dive into the details on protein while cutting

Read Story