The Judd Lienhard Podcast

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  Pre-Workout Carbs, Cold Plunge Timing & Which Sauna to Use | #130 17.09.2026 25min

  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 strength training, bodybuilding, running, or doing conditioning? In this Q&A episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd breaks down cold plunge timing, sauna benefits, pre-workout carbs, glycogen, fat loss, fasted training, workout nutrition, and what to eat when nighttime hunger hits. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Cold Plunge After...
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  How Men & Women Should Train Differently for Strength, Muscle & Fitness | #129 15.09.2026 47min

  Should men and women train differently? Judd breaks down the differences between male and female strength training, exercise selection, recovery, hormones, training volume, cardio, mobility, and performance. Learn how biological differences between men and women can affect strength training, muscle growth, endurance, recovery, range of motion, exercise selection, and how close you should train to failure. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 - Should Men and Women Train Differently? 00:01:45 - Hormonal D...
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  Cardio vs. Muscle Growth: How Much Is Too Much? | #128 10.09.2026 33min

  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 training volume, cardio, muscle growth, HIIT, sprinting, strength training for runners, fat loss, recovery, and more. 💪 Judd's resistance bands: https://www.juddlienhard.com/product/resistance-bands-4-band-multi-pack ⏱ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 – Why HIIT Is the "Jack of All Trades" 00:00:29 – How Much Training Volume Do You Need ...
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  Functional vs. Non-Functional Exercises: The TRUTH About Training for Athleticism | #127 08.09.2026 58min

  “Functional training” has become one of the most overused and misunderstood terms in fitness. Some people associate it with kettlebells, unstable surfaces, unilateral exercises, carries, sandbags and multiplanar movement. Others hear the term and immediately dismiss the entire concept. In this episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd argues that both sides are missing the point. Functional training is not a specific style of exercise. By definition, training is functional when it improves t...
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  How to Train for Athleticism After 40 | Strength, Power & Conditioning | #126 03.09.2026 31min

  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, strength training for combat sports, training while practicing a sport, military fitness, rucking, leg training frequency, Bulgarian split squats, walking lunges, and the optimal dose of plyometrics. ⏱TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 How Much Time Do You Really Need to Train? 00:00:25 How to Transition From Bodybuilding to Athletic T...
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  The Best Workout Split for Busy People (Only 3 Days Per Week) | #125 01.09.2026 33min

  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 may be one of the best workout splits for men over 40, busy adults, and anyone struggling with recovery. If your current bodybuilding split leaves you constantly sore, run down, or unable to train consistently, switching to a full body workout routine could help you train more efficiently while maintaining muscle, strength,...
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  Stop Stacking Recovery: Cold Plunge & Sauna Are Stress Too | Q&A #124 27.08.2026 25min

  🎧 PODCAST LISTENER EXCLUSIVE: GET 30% OFF JUDD'S APP Get Judd’s MASS METHOD fitness & nutrition app for less than $8/month 👉 🔗 GET THE MASS METHOD APP Use code PODCAST for 30% off your first year. Should you cold plunge after training? Judd Lienhard breaks down cold plunge timing, sauna for recovery, and why stacking recovery protocols on top of hard training can work against you. This week's Q&A covers CNS fatigue and how to gauge readiness to train, whether heavy sets or mode...
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  6 Fitness Trends of the Future | #123 25.08.2026 38min

  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 today. Others are becoming increasingly accessible as fitness technology improves. Together, they represent a different way of thinking about strength, power, conditioning, recovery, and long-term physical performance. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 6 Fitness Trends That Could Change How We Train 00:06:47 Why Concent...
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  Q&A: Rep Count, Sprint Alternatives, Kettlebell Snatches, Pec Tears & Nutrition on the Road | #122 20.08.2026 25min

  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 into strength training at 50, recovering from a pec tear, training in a calorie deficit, kettlebell exercises, foot strength, nutrition while traveling, and whether five reps per set can really build muscle. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:22 Best sprint alternatives for bad knees 00:03:24 How to start working out again at 50...
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  Why Exercise Matters MORE Than Calories for Body Composition | #121 18.08.2026 33min

  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 exercise is for achieving and maintaining a lean, healthy body. In this solo episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd breaks down one of the most misunderstood topics in health and fitness: why exercise is critical for fat loss even though it doesn't burn as many calories as most people think. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Introduction 0...
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  Q&A: Early Morning Workouts, Downhill Marathons, Muscle Knots & What is Dry Fasting? | #120 13.08.2026 44min

  In this Q&A episode, Judd answers listener questions covering everything from early morning workouts and hydration to sprint mechanics, programming strength training, athletic development, and why chasing every new fitness trend often distracts people from what actually matters. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:21 Early Morning Workout Tips 00:02:08 Hydration Before Morning Training 00:02:42 Warm-Up Strategies That Work 00:04:17 Preparing for a Downhill Marathon 00:06:03 Thought...
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  Two Pattern Protocol: Build Strength with LESS Training Volume | #119 11.08.2026 38min

  For years, Judd trained like someone chasing maximum performance: heavy lifting, sprinting, jumping, high training volume, and pushing through everything. Eventually, his body stopped cooperating. After years of intense training, combined with lifestyle factors, inflammation, injuries, and the realities of aging, Judd reached a point where training harder was no longer making him healthier. Instead of giving up strength, he completely rethought the way he trains. In this episode of the Judd...
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  Q&A: Efficient Exercises, Rucking, Recovery, Rehab & Deload Weeks | #118 06.08.2026 32min

  In this Q&A episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd answers listener questions covering some of the biggest topics in strength training, recovery, exercise programming, healthy aging, conditioning, and fitness efficiency. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Why smarter training beats recovery hacks 00:00:34 The one exercise that reveals long-term health 00:02:02 Why the Turkish get-up is so valuable 00:03:09 Best workouts when you only have 10–15 minutes 00:05:49 CrossFit, efficiency, and training...
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  5 Rules For Getting Back Into Fitness | #117 04.08.2026 29min

  In this episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd shares the five principles he uses with beginners and athletes returning after long layoffs. Rather than chasing exhaustion or trying to make up for lost time, these rules focus on building a foundation that allows you to stay consistent, recover properly, and make steady progress. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Introduction & Why Most People Return to Training the Wrong Way 00:02:15 Rule #1: Slow Eccentrics, Pause Reps & Isometrics 00:08:20 Ru...
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  Q&A: Skinny Fat Fix, Build Muscle with Carbs, Soreness & Should You Learn a New Sport After 40? | #116 30.07.2026 32min

  In this Q&A episode, Judd answers another round of listener questions covering everything from fixing the "skinny fat" physique to learning a new sport later in life, how to structure sprint training, whether you should train while sore, and why carbohydrates may be one of the most underrated tools for building muscle. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:27 How to Fix Being Skinny Fat 00:05:04 Should You Learn a New Sport After 40? 00:08:12 Should You Lift When You're Sore? 00:11:30 How to...
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  How to Build the PERFECT Weekly Workout Plan for Strength, Muscle, Cardio & Athleticism | #115 28.07.2026 57min

  In this episode, Judd answers one of the biggest questions in fitness: If your goal is simply to become as fit, athletic, healthy, and capable as possible, what should your week actually look like? Rather than chasing trends or specializing in one physical quality, Judd lays out a practical blueprint that balances strength, hypertrophy, power, metabolic conditioning, aerobic fitness, mobility, and recovery into one sustainable weekly program. The goal isn't to maximize one attribute while sac...
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  Fitness Q&A: Knee Pain, Wrestling & Volleyball Workouts, Neck Stiffness & Fragile Tendons | #114 23.07.2026 26min

  Should athletes train specifically for their sport—or should they build the physical qualities that make them better athletes? In this Q&A episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd answers that question while diving into testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), wrestling strength training, volleyball programming, tendon health, ACL injuries, knee pain during squats, sandbag training, and much more. 📲 Try my training app with a FREE 7-day trial: 👉 https://www.juddlienhard.com/ Get immedia...
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  5 Biggest Hypertrophy Mistakes that Slow Muscle Growth | #113 21.07.2026 57min

  Judd’s MASS METHOD program combines strength, hypertrophy, conditioning, and recovery into a complete system designed to help you build muscle, stay athletic, and continue performing for decades. Start your free trial today: https://my.playbookapp.io/judd-lienhard/checkout?utm_source=creator_judd&utm_medium=instagram&utm_campaign=50k_challenge_heatwave&utm_content=judd&sessionId=_fbc%3Dfb.1.1783283185339.PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacJnJmBvV...
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  Q&A: Warm-Ups, Protein for Fat Loss/Muscle, Speed vs. Strength Training, & Recovery | #112 16.07.2026 32min

  This episode is sponsored by David Protein. David protein bars have the best protein/calorie ratio on the market and they taste delicious. Get free shipping on your first order at: www.davidprotein.com/judd In this Q&A episode of The Judd Lienhard Podcast, Judd answers your biggest questions on strength training, hypertrophy, athletic performance, nutrition, recovery, speed development, and programming. How should you warm up before lifting? How much volume do you actually need to build...
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  You're Training for Endurance, NOT Strength: How to ACTUALLY Build Real Strength | #111 14.07.2026 42min

  Most lifters are actually training for strength endurance, not absolute strength... and that's why they eventually hit frustrating plateaus. In this episode, Judd explains one of the biggest misconceptions in modern fitness: lifting weights doesn't automatically make you strong. The way you organize your sets, reps, intensity, fatigue, and recovery determines the adaptation your body develops. If your workouts primarily consist of higher-rep sets, excessive volume, and constant fatigue, your...