The Judd Lienhard Podcast

• Judd Lienhard Q&A Ep 041 | Training to Failure, Recovery Days, & Mixing Strength with Conditioning

  In this Q&A episode, Judd Lienhard answers your top listener questions — from training to failure and recovery weeks to sprinting on leg day and balancing boxing with muscle growth.You’ll learn how to: • Use failure training without wrecking recovery • Know when to take time off (and when not to) • Combine strength and conditioning effectively • Build muscle while training for combat sports • Structure total-body and split workouts for real resultsThis episode is brought to you by LMNT. Optimal 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/judd The Judd Lienhard Podcast delivers unfiltered conversations with elite athletes, military leaders, and top coaches, exploring performance, mindset, and resilience. From NFL vets to Special Forces operators, each episode is packed with real-world lessons on training, leadership, and pushing limits. Enjoyed this conversation? Consider sharing it with a friend. Subscribe, Rate, & Review to help us bring you more epic conversations. ⭐️🎧🔥

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• Why Kettlebell Training Builds Real Strength & Athleticism | Judd Lienhard w/ Clifton Harski

  Kettlebells are one of the most misunderstood and underused tools in fitness — and they might be the key to unlocking real athletic strength.In this episode, Judd Lienhard sits down with Clifton Harski, of the Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification (PPSC) and creator of the Functional Kettlebell Training program, to break down why kettlebell training builds real-world strength, mobility, and power that lasts.They dig into the truth about “odd-object” strength, eccentric training, and how to use kettlebells to build a stronger, more adaptable body. Clifton shares his “BA Matrix” approach — Be Able → Be Athletic → Be Adaptable → Be Badass — while Judd unpacks why most people underestimate what kettlebell work can do for athleticism and durability.👉 Train with Judd: Get his MASS Method programs inside the Judd Lienhard Training App to build movement, athleticism, strength, and speed that last. https://www.juddlienhard.com/ 🎧 Subscribe: New episodes every Tuesday at 5 AM CST. This episode is brought to you by LMNT. Optimal 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/judd The Judd Lienhard Podcast delivers unfiltered conversations with elite athletes, military leaders, and top coaches, exploring performance, mindset, and resilience. From NFL vets to Special Forces operators, each episode is packed with real-world lessons on training, leadership, and pushing limits. Enjoyed this conversation? Consider sharing it with a friend. Subscribe, Rate, & Review to help us bring you more epic conversations. ⭐️🎧🔥

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• How To Train Cardio To Get The Best Results

  Most people argue over HIIT vs steady state cardio, but the truth is—you need both. If you want to recover faster, build real-world endurance, and keep your strength as you age, you have to understand how to train your cardiovascular system the right way.In this episode, Judd Lienhard—former Army Ranger, college linebacker, and performance coach for 15+ years—breaks down how your body actually fuels exercise, why your cardio base supports your weight training, and how to balance low-intensity aerobic work with high-intensity intervals for maximum results after 30.He explains the real difference between aerobic and anaerobic systems, how to improve VO₂ max and mitochondrial health, and why weight training is also cardio when structured correctly. You’ll learn how to blend Zone 2 conditioning, HIIT intervals, and strength training into one plan that makes you leaner, stronger, and more athletic for life.In This EpisodeHIIT vs steady state: which is better and whyThe science behind energy systems (without the jargon)How to train your VO₂ max for longevity and performanceThe ideal weekly balance of cardio and strength after 30How to use weights to build endurance and powerWhy most people aren’t “out of shape”—they’re under-conditionedTrain Like JuddGet access to Judd’s MASS Method—his complete system for movement, athleticism, strength, and speed—inside his Fitness App. Includes 14+ training blocks (over a year of programming), with options for full gym, limited equipment, or bodyweight. Start your free 7-day trial at: www.juddlienhard.comIf you want to train smarter—not harder—this is where to start.Listen WeeklyNew episodes drop every Tuesday at 5 a.m. CST. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube to stay ahead of the curve and keep training like an athlete for life.Connect with JuddWebsite: www.juddlienhard.comInstagram: @juddlienhard YouTube: youtube.com/@juddlienhard This episode is brought to you by LMNT. Optimal 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/judd The Judd Lienhard Podcast delivers unfiltered conversations with elite athletes, military leaders, and top coaches, exploring performance, mindset, and resilience. From NFL vets to Special Forces operators, each episode is packed with real-world lessons on training, leadership, and pushing limits. Enjoyed this conversation? Consider sharing it with a friend. Subscribe, Rate, & Review to help us bring you more epic conversations. ⭐️🎧🔥

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• Richard Ryan: How to Stay Human in a Digital World

  In a world built to hijack your attention, staying focused and grounded has become a form of resistance.Richard Ryan — co-founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company, software developer, and media executive — joins Judd Lienhard to talk about how Big Tech is shaping our thoughts, behaviors, and daily habits. As a seasoned tech insider with over 15 years in digital media, Richard has seen how algorithms manipulate behavior and profit from our time.He’s also the author of The Warrior’s Garden: Tools for Guarding Your Mind Against Big Tech, a book that teaches readers how to reclaim their focus and protect what matters most. In this conversation, Judd and Richard dive into how technology, dopamine, and comfort have changed the way we live—and how we can train our minds like we train our bodies to take back control.They discuss:How the “attention economy” rewires your brainWhy friction and struggle build mental toughnessThe parallels between physical training and psychological resilienceWhy community, gratitude, and purpose still matter more than everHow to reclaim your time, discipline, and awareness in a world that profits from distractionThis is a conversation about protecting your focus, building resilience, and finding meaning in an age of algorithms. It’s not about escaping technology—it’s about mastering your relationship with it.Richard Ryan has generated billions of views and built global communities online. His book The Warrior’s Garden pulls back the curtain on how digital systems manipulate behavior, while giving you practical tools to guard your mind and rebuild your attention.Judd Lienhard is a former Army Ranger, college linebacker, and performance coach with over 15 years of experience. His mission: to help people train like athletes for life—developing not just muscle, but mindset, grit, and discipline.📲 Train with Judd: Download Judd's Fitness App — the only place to get MASS Method, his complete system for strength, conditioning, and performance at www.juddlienhard.com This episode is brought to you by LMNT. Optimal 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/judd The Judd Lienhard Podcast delivers unfiltered conversations with elite athletes, military leaders, and top coaches, exploring performance, mindset, and resilience. From NFL vets to Special Forces operators, each episode is packed with real-world lessons on training, leadership, and pushing limits. Enjoyed this conversation? Consider sharing it with a friend. Subscribe, Rate, & Review to help us bring you more epic conversations. ⭐️🎧🔥

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• Build Bigger, Stronger Legs: How To Train Quads, Hamstrings, & Glutes for Performance

  Muscles don’t want to grow—you have to force them.Adaptation is painful and uncomfortable, and nowhere is that more true than with leg training. Quads grow with pain. Glutes and hamstrings grow with high tension. Most lifters miss both.I’m Judd Lienhard—former Army Ranger, college linebacker, and strength & performance coach for 15+ years. In this episode, I break down why most leg workouts fail—and how to actually build bigger, stronger, more athletic legs.Too many people train legs the wrong way:Overloading quads while neglecting hamstrings and glutesRelying only on bilateral lifts instead of adding unilateral work like lunges and split squatsTraining legs once a week and wondering why they aren’t growingIgnoring side-to-side movements that build complete athletic legsStopping sets when things get uncomfortable instead of pushing for adaptationIf you want legs that look powerful and perform in the real world—sprinting, jumping, and changing direction—you need to train smarter.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why unilateral lifts are the most complete leg exercisesHow to program quad-focused vs. hinge-focused leg daysThe 4 changes I made in my 30s that finally unlocked leg growthHow to train legs with enough frequency without wrecking recoveryWhy calves rarely grow in the gym—and what athletes do differentlyHow to target different quad and hamstring heads for complete developmentStop wasting time on leg workouts that don’t work. Train for size, strength, and performance.📲 TRAIN WITH ME INSIDE MY APP MASS Method (Movement, Athleticism, Strength & Speed) is my proven system for building real-world strength and athleticism. The only place you can access it is in my Training App. Get started today for FREE! 👉 Download here: juddlienhard.com📲 Follow Judd Instagram: @juddlienhard YouTube: Judd Lienhard Website: juddlienhard.com This episode is brought to you by LMNT. Optimal 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/judd The Judd Lienhard Podcast delivers unfiltered conversations with elite athletes, military leaders, and top coaches, exploring performance, mindset, and resilience. From NFL vets to Special Forces operators, each episode is packed with real-world lessons on training, leadership, and pushing limits. Enjoyed this conversation? Consider sharing it with a friend. Subscribe, Rate, & Review to help us bring you more epic conversations. ⭐️🎧🔥

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