John Zombro

The Lifetime Athlete

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The Lifetime Athlete Podcast is dedicated to helping YOU get and stay HARD TO KILL -- on the playing field -- and in the game of LIFE! In every episode we combine research with experience and explore how training, nutrition, and lifestyle can be used to achieve peak performance in sports, health, and longevity. We celebrate athletes of every type, age and ability level including outdoor activity participants, competitive and recreational athletes, and serious fitness enthusiasts. Each show provides you with the coaching and gear tips and you need to be your best YOU and Kick Ass at Life...for...

Author

John Zombro

Category

Health

Podcast website

thelifetimeathlete.com

Latest episode

Jul 1, 2026

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Episodes

Ep269 – Squatting for Mobility, Hypertrophy, and Athleticism 06.12.2022

Squatting for mobility, hypertrophy, and athleticism are 3 of the ways you can utilize the squat pattern and exercise. But there are many ways to skin this cat. In today’s episode, I discuss some of the considerations we are using right now with online coaching clients and in our group training platform, the Training Tribe. If you listen to this…

Ep268 – Hunting Adventures with Phil Cox! 04.12.2022

Today’s episode is Hunting Adventures with Phil Cox! The term “hunting adventures” of course has multiple meanings. You may be a hunter like Phil who ventures afield and has a grand adventure. Or you may be seeking an adventurous experience in any life pursuit. This show is packed with both. Phil is a fantastic human who shares his true zest…

Ep267 – Late Season Elk Hunting Gear 01.12.2022

The Late Season Pack Dump and Clothing System video features the equipment and clothing I used during the late elk season in Montana in 2022. At The Lifetime Athlete we celebrate athletes of all ages, types, and ability levels. We recognize the hunter as the original athlete, and we help hunters to train athletically so that they can hunt for…

Ep266 – Thanksgiving Thoughts 24.11.2022

Happy Thanksgiving. In this episode I share some gratitude and reflections on the season! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine tune your body composition to get lean, healthy, shredded, and jacked…and solve the root cause of…

Ep265 – The Value of KPI Testing 18.11.2022

Key Performance Indicators, or KPI’s, are extremely valuable elements to periodically test in your athletic journey. We want to train consistently, but we don’t want to do the same thing all the time. Identifying those capacities, or outputs, which best represent out goals or that are most indicative of sports success…and then testing them, is key. This gives us reliable…

Ep264 – Thank You Veterans and Embracing the Change of Seasons! 11.11.2022

Thank you Veterans, for your service and sacrifice! Today’s episode features a discussion about embracing the change of seasons. This includes me heading out on a hunt with a veteran as well as cool endurance testing programming for the Training Tribe, influenced by a recent CrossFit competition. Thanks for listening and enjoy! This podcast was brought to you by The…

Ep263 – Elk Hunting Training and Trip Report 05.11.2022

In today’s episode I report on some recent elk hunting trips and discuss the finer aspects of training for the sport. If you are a backcountry hunter or a mountain athlete, you’ll find this show interesting. Thanks for joining me today! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you…

Ep262 – Elk Hunting Gear Test and Review 28.10.2022

In this episode I discuss a recent elk hunting trip as well as the gear I tested and reviewed. It’s fun to be a gear junkie and it’s really satisfying when you have equipment and clothing that work well for your particular circumstances. Thanks to the listeners and members of our community who are lifetime hunting athletes. This podcast was…

Ep261 – The Antelope Hunt Recap! 20.10.2022

In this episode I tell the story of my recent hunt for antelope. The American Pronghorn is a majestic animal and I describe everything from preparation to the adventure afield, and more. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or…

Ep260 – How to Develop an Annual Training Plan 12.10.2022

This episode is an appetizer for some meatier discussions to come. How to Develop an Annual Training Plan is a commonly-addressed topic at The Lifetime Athlete. I talk today about how we craft the ATP for the Training Tribe, our online team. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping…

Ep259 – Mail Bag…Extensive Plyometrics, Diversification Versus Specialization, and a Better Movement Pyramid! 09.10.2022

In this listener Q & A episode, I open the mail bag and address three great topics from our audience. Extensive Plyometrics, Diversification Versus Specialization, and a Better Movement Pyramid! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine…

Ep258 – PT Shop Talk with Amy Pakula, DPT 30.09.2022

Amy Pakula, DPT is back for another episode on the podcast. This time around, Amy and I discuss current issues and topics in physical therapy. We share our perspectives on several aspects. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or…

Ep257 – Endurance…What it is and how to train for it! 21.09.2022

Endurance…what it is and how to train for it! Everything you ever wanted to know about endurance training! Well, not quite. But this is a great show to help you gain a better understanding and appreciation of endurance. PK & I discuss the definition, upsides, downsides, and approaches to developing better endurance in Lifetime Athletes. This podcast was brought to…

Ep256 – Developing Speed in Older Athletes! 14.09.2022

Now here’s a topic that’s near and dear to my heart…and it’s a central tenet at The Lifetime Athlete. Speed can be developed at any age, especially if you use some of the methodology in this discussion. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic…

Ep255 – Hunting Season Preview! 09.09.2022

A salute to the original Lifetime Athlete…the Hunter! In this hunting season preview, I offer some tips and suggestions to help you get the most out of your season. Physical preparation, gear, recovery, logistics and more are covered in the discussion. Mountain athletes of any type, be that backcountry skiers, mountain bikers, thru-hikers, and others will benefit from this sage…

Ep254 – Research Review…Lifespan, Running Shoes, and Running Workload 01.09.2022

In this episode I discuss some recent research and related topics. We are looking at brand new data on lifespan in the U.S., running shoes with respect to pronation-related injuries, and running workload metrics. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any…

Ep253 – (R)Evolutionary Training Principles! 29.08.2022

The title says it all! (R)Evolutionary Training Principles are secrets to your success. An evolution in thinking can contribute to a revolution in performance! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine tune your body composition to get…

Ep252 – If You Could Choose Only One Exercise! 18.08.2022

I’m often asked “If You Could Choose Only One Exercise”…which one would it be. That’s the topic of today’s discussion and I think you will enjoy it. Thanks for listening! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine&...

Ep251 – Words for Lifetime Athletes to Live By! 13.08.2022

Words for Lifetime Athletes to Live By…now here’s a list of pearls of peak performance wisdom you don’t want to miss! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine tune your body composition to get lean, healthy, shredded,…

Ep250 – Choosing the Right Exercises for YOU! 07.08.2022

Choosing the right exercises for YOU is what it’s all about. Exercise selection is a science as well as an art form. In this episode of The Lifetime Athlete Podcast, I cover many of the considerations in exercise selection that can help you to avoid injury and achieve better results. Enjoy! This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime…

Your Mileage May Vary! 30.07.2022

Your mileage my vary…and so will mine. This episode of The Lifetime Athlete Podcast delves into the topics of athletic fitness and athletic longevity from two interesting perspectives. First…how can you get the best mileage out of your body over your lifespan? Second…how does the ability to run one mile relate to that first question? This podcast was brought to…

Ep248 – The Case of the Disappearing Buttock! 21.07.2022

It’s really not a mystery! This episode explains the case of the disappearing buttock! It also includes tips on motivation, summer training, and shout-outs to our community members. This podcast was brought to you by The Lifetime Athlete Coaching and Training Services. Our focus is helping you to achieve peak athletic performance in any sport or fitness pursuit…fine tune your…

Ep247 – Recap of The Lifetime Hunter Summit! 13.07.2022

As part of the Fit for the Field backcountry hunter conditioning system, this summer I offered the first webinar of what appears (based on its popularity) to be a regular event…the Lifetime Hunter Summit. The FftF program is an online course available now and while it is a great training program for practically any person, at any time of year,…

Ep246 – Aging Gracefully…Aging Athletically! 09.07.2022

Lately I’ve been in a rabbit hole studying longevity versus quality of life, and comparing performance to basic functional abilities. I’ve been examining the available literature on these topics as well as trying to be an observant human in the midst of every person in my circle existing as a case study. The research is quite interesting to say the…

Ep245 – Andrew Just and Train Fitness! 01.07.2022

In this episode I had the absolute pleasure of visiting with Andrew Just, co-founder of Train Fitness. Andrew and I discussed the exciting new app from Train Fitness that uses AI to identify, track, and record resistance exercise. This product brings anaerobic training into the same technology-supported arena that aerobic athletes have enjoyed for decades. Listen in to see how…

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