The Judd Lienhard Podcast

• 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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• Daniel Back: How Sprint Training Builds Athleticism and Why Adults Should Never Stop Sprinting

  Speed coach Daniel Back (@2xathlete) joins Judd Lienhard to break down the truth about sprinting, speed training, and why adults should never stop sprinting. Sprinting isn’t just for track athletes — it’s the ultimate athletic expression and one of the best ways to stay strong, explosive, and youthful well into your 30s, 40s, and beyond.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why linear sprinting builds athleticism for every sportForce production vs. force application — and why “punching the ground” slows athletes downThe role of submaximal sprinting, play, and variety in long-term speed developmentHow adults can safely reintroduce sprinting — even after years awayStride length vs. stride frequency, posture, dorsiflexion, and mechanics explainedSprint drills, surfaces, and how speed work fits with lifting and recoveryBig takeaway: Sprinting isn’t optional — it’s the foundation of athleticism at any age.Key Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Why sprinting is the ultimate athletic expression 00:04:57 – The case for adults: why you should never stop sprinting 00:09:06 – Building speed through submaximal work & variety 00:16:43 – Common sprinting technique mistakes explained 00:25:12 – Vertical vs. horizontal force: what really makes you faster 00:39:14 – Stride length vs. stride frequency debate 01:08:41 – Can you sprint and lift on the same day?👉 Train Judd's MASS Method program — exclusively available in his fitness app: https://www.juddlienhard.comAbout Judd: Former Army Ranger, college linebacker, and performance coach with 15+ years of experience, Judd Lienhard helps athletes and adults unlock elite levels of movement, strength, and speed. His motto: Always Be An Athlete. 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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• Barbells, Dumbbells, Kettlebells & Machines — Which Is the Best Training Tool?

  Barbells vs. Kettlebells… Dumbbells vs. Machines. Which training tool really builds better athletes? In this episode of The Judd Lienhard Podcast, former Army Ranger, college linebacker, and performance coach Judd Lienhard breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of every major implement so you know which one best fits your goals, environment, and training style.You’ll learn why barbells are ingenious but risky, how dumbbells evolved into one of the most versatile tools in the gym, why kettlebells build real athleticism, and why machines are functional. Judd also covers bands, TRX, and how to build a cost-effective home gym.Train smarter, avoid dogma, and use the right tool for the job.👉 Train Judd’s MASS Method training program, exclusively available in his Workout App: juddlienhard.com📲 Follow Judd for more training, mindset, and performance insights:Instagram: @juddlienhardYouTube: Judd LienhardWebsite: 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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• Judd Lienhard: Why Total Body Workouts Build More Strength, Size, and Athleticism

  Every sport is a total body sport — yet most lifters still follow body-part splits like “chest day” and “leg day.” In this episode, Judd Lienhard — former Army Ranger, college linebacker, and performance coach — breaks down why total body workouts are the smarter choice for building strength, size, athleticism, and long-term health.Judd explains how full-body training isn’t just for beginners or circuit classes — it’s the foundation of how the best athletes in the world train. You’ll learn:Why frequency beats volume for natural liftersThe real reason “bro splits” became popular (hint: steroids)How soreness and fatigue can actually limit progressWhy total body training keeps you fresher and more flexible in lifeHow to structure full-body workouts for both muscle and performanceIf you want to move better, build strength that transfers to real life, and actually enjoy your training, this episode will show you why total body > splits.👉 Train Judd's MASS Method training program, exclusively available in his Workout App: www.juddlienhard.com📲 Follow Judd for more training, mindset, and performance insights:Instagram: @juddlienhardYouTube: Judd LienhardWebsite: 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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