About this episode

In this episode, Dan John discusses training for strength competitions, the importance of reading, and strategies for building strength and muscle.

00:00 - Intro 00:47 - How to Train for Multi-Event Strength Competitions 10:04 - What Books Should Every Man Read? 23:56 - Should You Change a Program That’s Already Working? 32:08 - Double Kettlebell Front Squats for Hypertrophy 35:07 - Dan John on Strength Standards as You Get Older 43:58 - Should You Build Strength or Muscle First? 46:31 - Next Steps After the Armor Building Formula ► Personalized workouts based on your schedule, ability, and equipment options. http://www.DanJohnUniversity.com. ► If you're interested in getting coached by Dan personally, go to http://DanJohnInnerCircle.com to apply for his private coaching group. ► Go to ArmorBuildingFormula.com to get Dan's latest book.

People in this episode

Host: Dan John

Topics covered

• strength training
• muscle building
• kettlebell exercises
• strength standards
• personal coaching
• recommended reading

Keywords

• strength competitions
• hypertrophy
• kettlebell front squats
• strength standards
• personalized workouts
• program adjustments
• recommended books

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dan John University, Dan John Inner Circle, Armor Building Formula

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