John Welbourn RETURNS: How to Train Smarter, Recover Better & Boost Longevity

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 performance, recovery, and long-term health—challenging common fitness myths and exploring the science behind elite results.Topics covered include:Relative intensity vs. training volumeSaunas, cold plunges, and recovery physiologyThe sugar diet experiment and metabolic flexibilityGut health, microbiome science, and fecal transplantsMuscle as medicine: why strength matters for agingHormones, PEDs, and misunderstood performance toolsWhat ancient resilience teaches us about modern softnessWhether you're a coach, athlete, or lifelong learner, this conversation will reframe how you think about strength, recovery, and longevity.Connect with John Welbourn Instagram: @johnwelbourn | @powerathleteinc Website: powerathletehq.comConnect with Judd Lienhard Instagram: @juddlienhard YouTube: Judd Lienhard on YouTube Website & Coaching: juddlienhard.comListen and follow for new episodes every Tuesday. This episode is brought to you by David ProteinDavid Protein has the highest protein-to-calorie ratio of any leading bar in the market. David Protein Gold label has: 28g of protein, 150 calories, and 0g of sugar. And equally as important, this bar tastes delicious. Each bar features an indulgent, doughy texture, studded with satisfying chunks and airy crisps. Other bars are hard to choke down, but I often eat 2 David Protein bars in a sitting, they are that good. Try them for yourself.Order here for free shipping on your first order: davidprotein.com/juddThis episode is brought to you by LMNTOptimal hydration doesn’t just mean more fluids, it means getting the right electrolyte balance. Make your purchase through my link to receive a free LMNT Sample Pack featuring the most popular flavors: drinklmnt.com/juddEnjoyed this conversation? Consider sharing it with a friend. Subscribe, Rate, & Review to help us bring you more epic conversations. ⭐️🎧🔥