Men’s Health Strong Talk

Roman Reigns joins Strong Talk for a candid conversation about what it really takes to get into superhuman shape—and the body dysmorphia struggles that come with it. From WWE to Street Fighter, Reigns gets real about training, longevity, and the pressure of staying in superstar shape. In this episode: Football vs. WWE vs. Street Fighter training (01:03) Why WWE strength is different (03:14) Roman...

Paul Rabil is one of the greatest lacrosse players ever—and he still trains like it even in retirement at age 40. In this episode, Rabil explains why lacrosse builds a rare mix of strength, speed, conditioning, coordination, and toughness, and why more guys may want to steal from the way lacrosse players train. In this episode: How Paul found lacrosse — and why the sport is still hard to access (0...

Colin Kaepernick says he is still training like an NFL quarterback—and believes he could jump back in the game right now. In this episode, he shares the training plan that keeps him game-ready at 38, why he still wakes up at 4:30 a.m. to train, and how discipline, football, fatherhood, and unfinished business continue to influence his next chapter. In this episode: Colin’s relationship to sports g...

Drake Maye sits down with us for a rare look inside the habits behind his NFL rise as he enters one of the most important seasons of his career. The Patriots QB and new Men’s Health cover star opens up about the training, recovery, and lifestyle choices—from avoiding alcohol to early bedtimes— shaping the next phase of what he hopes to be a 15-year career. In this episode: His training nonnegotiab...

Mikal Bridges joins Strong Talk to break down the mindset, training habits, and recovery strategies that helped him stay durable through the Knicks’ championship run. He explains why he lifts after games, how he builds physical and mental resilience, and why simplicity is still at the core of his approach. In this episode: The mindset behind the Knicks’ championship run and staying calm when the g...

You might think testosterone is the answer to low energy, slower recovery, stalled muscle growth, or losing your edge as you get older. But more testosterone isn’t always better. In this episode, Layne Norton explains what men get wrong about TRT, muscle gain, longevity, masculinity, and when testosterone may—or may not—actually help. In this episode: How testosterone went mainstream (00:00) Are m...

Sleep is essential for recovery—but when you cross time zones, getting more sleep isn’t necessarily enough to make you feel or perform your best. In this episode, circadian rhythm expert Mickey Beyer-Clausen breaks down how jet lag disrupts your circadian rhythm, why light and darkness are the most powerful tools for resetting your body clock, and how better timing can improve sleep, recovery, ene...

Before his retirement tease, Lane Johnson sat down with us for an honest conversation about the mental challenges he’s faced in his 13 seasons in the NFL. From perfectionism to performance anxiety and realizing football isn’t his entire identity, Johnson shares the truth about where he’s at right now as a pro football player. In this episode: The mental challenges he's faced in the NFL The physica...

NFL star Laremy Tunsil is incredibly strong. He recently maxed out his bench press at 515 pounds and is unstoppable on the football field. In today's episode he breaks down the surprising habits behind his explosive strength, from Pilates and Olympic lifting to supplements, recovery, and smarter training. He shares how he stays strong, mobile, and durable at 320 pounds—and what everyday guys can d...

Six-time Olympic champion Johannes Klaebo joins Men's Health Fitness Director Ebenezer Samuel and Health Director Marty Munson and talks why chasing VO₂ max and fitness trends won't make you a better athlete. Learn the long-term training philosophy, recovery habits, and endurance mindset behind one of the greatest champions ever. ------------------------------------------------ Strong Talk Resourc...

Actor Patrick Wilson, 53, has been in shape for decades—but he’s made major changes to his workout routine over the years to stay that way. In this episode, he shares the fitness protocols he’s adopted—and dropped—to stay strong, maintain muscle, and minimize injury risk into his 50s. Whether you're training for Hyrox, considering CrossFit, or just looking for the smartest way to stay fit after 50...

The U.S. military is rolling out a new testosterone screening program for soldiers—but is it the right move? In this episode of Strong Talk, Men's Health fitness Director Ebenezer Samuel sits down with exercise scientist Dr. Pat Davidson to break down what testosterone actually does, why one blood test doesn't tell the whole story, and whether TRT is being viewed as a shortcut to better performanc...

When you’re the trainer behind Dwayne Johnson, you’ve probably learned a thing or two about building a body that actually performs. On this episode of Strong Talk, pro bodybuilder and strength and conditioning coach Dave Rienzi—who's worked with stars like The Rock and Henry Cavill—reveals the secrets to body recomposition.  You'll get the truth about building muscle, losing fat, and why most peop...

Mitchell Hooper, the World's Strongest Man, joins Strong Talk to break down the training, mindset, and science behind becoming the strongest athlete on the planet. He shares how his background in marathon running shaped his approach to strength, why recovery, sleep, and conditioning matter just as much as lifting heavy, and offers his perspective on testosterone therapy, injury prevention, and bui...

Navy SEAL veteran and six-time CrossFit Games athlete Josh Bridges talks CrossFit, Hyrox, mental toughness, injuries, progressive overload, and how to train for strength, longevity, and life beyond competition.

Celebrity trainer Don Saladino joins Strong Talk to unpack the internet’s favorite fitness debate: natty or not. Drawing on his work with stars like Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, Saladino breaks down Hollywood transformations, realistic muscle-building timelines, and why consistency, training, nutrition, and recovery matter more than most people think. -------------------------------------------...

Scott Eastwood joins MH Fitness Director Ebenezer Samuel and Dr. Pat Davidson to talk all about how his training has changed as he's gotten older and whether or not he's open to supplements and testosterone. ------------------------------------------------ Strong Talk Resources: Get our top workout plan for men over 40: https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a65628441/muscle-after-40-fitness-guide/ Si...

F1 performance coaches Sam Village and Declan Foley explain just how strong F1 drivers need to be. They outline the strength, conditioning, recovery, and mental training that prepare drivers to withstand extreme G-forces, maintain focus at 200+ mph, and perform under relentless pressure. ------------------------------------------------ Strong Talk Resources: Get our top workout plan for men over 5...

The science of building muscle has gotten overly complicated. So we’re giving it you straight in Men's Health's new podcast, Strong Talk. Every week, we're sitting down with the fittest guys we know to discuss the workouts, nutrition, and mindset you need to become your strongest at any age.

Get the exercises, training strategies, and mental tricks champion bodybuilder and trainer Sadik Hadzovic uses to build massive legs in this unfiltered conversation. ------------------------------------------------ Strong Talk Resources: Get our top workout plan for building lean muscle: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a69739842/maingaining-workout-program/   Sign up for our free weekly work...

Michael Jai White talks training at 58, masculinity, martial arts, discipline, aging powerfully, and why men may actually peak later in life. ------------------------------------------------ Strong Talk Resources: Get our top workout plan for men over 50: https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a60307445/max-muscle-at-50-bryan-krahn/  Sign up for our free weekly workout newsletter: https://www.mensheal...

Ludi Lin shares how he gained 35 pounds to build his chiseled physique for his role as Liu Kang in Mortal Kombat 2. He breaks down the diet and workout tips that got him there (and proves he can still do a split, too!) when he talked to Ebenezer Samuel and Dr. Pat Davidson. ------------------------------------------------ Strong Talk Resources: Get our maingaining workout program: https://www.mens...

Men's Health Executive Editor Ben Court joins Eb and Pat to discuss how the Coast Guard trains for chaos. The workouts, mindset, and teamwork behind high-stakes rescues are all tailored to save lives. ------------------------------------------------ Strong Talk Resources: Get our Ultimate Athlete workout plan: https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a67948993/ultimate-athlete-8-week-training-program/ S...

Paul Walter Hauser joins MH Fitness Director Ebenezer Samuel and Dr. Pat Davidson to share his 100-pound weight loss journey—from 333 pounds to stronger than ever. A raw conversation on mindset, discipline, and why the scale doesn’t tell the full story. ------------------------------------------------ Strong Talk Resources: Get our top weight loss workout plan: https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a...

Men's Health Senior Fitness Editor Brett Williams joins Fitness Director Ebenezer Samuel and Dr. Pat Davidson to discuss his reporting on the Ohio State football team and how and why they've achieved the success they have. ------------------------------------------------ Strong Talk Resources: Get our Ultimate Athlete workout plan: https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a67948993/ultimate-athlete-8-we...