About this episode

In this episode, Dan John discusses various training methods including kettlebell progressions, squat alternatives, and strategies for breaking through strength plateaus.

00:00 - Intro 00:33 - How to Bridge the Gap to the Next Kettlebell Size 05:18 - What to Do When You Can't Squat 10:45 - Full-Body or a Split: How to Train After 55 18:09 - How to Break Through a Strength Plateau 24:18 - Minimalist Way of Adding Pull-ups to Your Program 28:11 - When Should You Change Up Your Training? 35:32 - What Does Dan John Wear to Train? 38:51 - How Do You Keep Your Training Balanced? ► 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

• Kettlebell training
• Squat alternatives
• Training after 55
• Breaking strength plateaus
• Pull-up programming
• Training balance

Keywords

• kettlebell
• squats
• strength plateau
• training methods
• fitness after 55
• pull-ups
• exercise balance

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: DanJohnUniversity.com, DanJohnInnerCircle.com, ArmorBuildingFormula.com

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