The Judd Lienhard Podcast

In this raw and real conversation, Judd sits down with former Division I football player and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu grappler Ty Horn to talk about rebuilding life after athletics, staying disciplined through chaos, and how strength and mindset training became his way out of rock bottom. Ty opens up about the dark moments in his life, the lessons learned from football and grappling, and how he balance...

From SEAL Team 6 to Mental Health Innovator – Marcus Capone’s Mission In Part 1 , Marcus shared his journey through SEAL Team 6 selection, elite training, and the warrior mindset needed to perform at the highest level. Now, in Part 2, we explore the battle after war—PTSD, brain trauma, and recovery. After service, Marcus struggled with PTSD and traumatic brain injury (TBI) —hidden battles many Spe...

💥 What separates elite warriors from the rest of the world? In this episode, Judd Lienhard sits down with Marcus Capone, a former Navy SEAL Team operator and combat veteran with multiple deployments, to break down the realities of mental toughness, resilience, and leadership under extreme pressure. Marcus shares his unfiltered journey—from being a college athlete to enduring the brutal training o...

What does it take to build real strength that lasts a lifetime —not just in the gym, but in everyday life? In this episode, Adriell “Dre” Mayes (@EveryGotDamnDre) joins me to discuss kettlebell training, mobility, and the mindset behind high-performance coaching. If you want to train smarter, move better, and stay strong for life, this is a must-listen. In This Episode, We Cover: ✔ The Truth About...

How do you take control of your life in your 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond? In this episode of The Judd Lienhard Podcast, I sit down with Greg Scheinman—best-selling author of The Midlife Male , coach for high-performing men, and a leader in mindset, fitness, and midlife optimization. Greg shares hard-earned lessons on success, fatherhood, discipline, and navigating midlife with purpose. From fitness...

In this episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, I sit down with John Welbourn, 9-year NFL starter, Power Athlete founder, and one of the most respected minds in strength & conditioning. John, a 1999 NFL Draft pick, played 100+ games and made 10 playoff runs with the Eagles and Chiefs before retiring in 2008. He later revolutionized athletic training, working with Navy Special Warfare’s DEVGRU, t...

In this episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast, I sit down with Matt Johnson, a military veteran and ultra-endurance runner who ran 841 miles across Texas in 17 days. Matt’s story is all about mental toughness, resilience, and transformation, proving you can rebuild after hitting rock bottom—facing divorce, bankruptcy, and life’s toughest battles. We dive into overcoming adversity, the warrior minds...

In this episode, my guest is Nate Boyer ( @nateboyer37 )—former Green Beret, UT football walk-on, NFL pro, and co-founder of Merging Vets and Players (MVP). MVP helps veterans and athletes transition beyond their uniform. He wrote, starred in, and directed MVP (2022), and his latest venture is 8Primal, a Texas-based ranch-to-table meat company delivering premium, locally sourced meat to your door....

Justin Mihaly ( @jmihaly_ ) is a former competitive bodybuilder and a renowned fitness coach. He has coached in the NPC National Championships, secured 24 Pro cards, achieved 11 Pro wins, and placed in the top 10 at Mr. Olympia twice. He hosts the Grow or Die Podcast and founded and owns Together More Fit. In this show, we explore finding your purpose, building a business, and addressing our healt...

Bert Sorin ( @bertsorin ) is the President and Owner of Sorinex Exercise Equipment, known as the industry’s premier provider of strength training equipment. Sorinex equips top professional teams, college strength training facilities, and home gyms for elite athletes. Notable training centers include Georgia, Alabama, and Nebraska football strength rooms. Bert is also a 4-time Division 1 All-Americ...

The first episode of the Judd Lienhard Podcast will air on Tuesday, January 21, at 5a CST. A new episode will be released every week. Hit the Follow button to receive each show as soon as it drops.  Please share your suggestions for topics or guests you would like to see featured on the show in the comments section below. Thank you for being here! This episode is brought to you by David Protein Da...