Okay, so I’ve been hearing a lot about Joe Rogan’s workout routine. I mean, the guy is in his 50s and looks like he could wrestle a bear. So I figured, “Why not give it a shot?” I’m no stranger to the gym, but I was curious to see what all the fuss was about.
I started by doing some digging online. It’s not like there’s one official “Joe Rogan Workout Plan,” but there are some common themes. It seems like he’s big on a mix of weightlifting, kettlebells, yoga, and some cardio, usually running or using a rowing machine. Sounds intense, right?
My Week of Rogan-Inspired Torture
Monday: I hit the weights. Focused on compound movements, like he suggests. Squats, deadlifts, bench press, overhead press – the whole shebang. I tried to keep the reps in the range I saw him mentioning in a few interviews, something like 3-5 sets of 5-8 reps. I definitely felt it the next day, let me tell you.
Tuesday: Kettlebell day. I’ve used kettlebells before, but I really tried to channel my inner Rogan. Swings, Turkish get-ups, snatches – I was sweating buckets. It’s a totally different kind of workout than lifting weights. More dynamic, I guess.
Wednesday: Yoga. I’m not the most flexible guy, so this was a challenge. I found a beginner-friendly routine online and just did my best. It was actually pretty relaxing, a good contrast to the intensity of the previous two days. I could see why Rogan is into it – it’s great for mobility and recovery.
Thursday: Back to the weights. Similar routine to Monday, but I switched up some of the exercises. Instead of barbell bench press, I did dumbbell presses. Instead of regular deadlifts, I tried sumo deadlifts. Just trying to keep things interesting and hit the muscles from different angles.
Friday: More kettlebells. I felt a little more comfortable with the movements this time, so I pushed myself a bit harder. I even tried some of those crazy-looking juggling moves I saw Rogan doing in a video. Didn’t quite nail them, but hey, practice makes perfect, right?
Saturday: Long run. I’m not a huge fan of running, but I laced up my shoes and hit the pavement. I tried to keep a steady pace, nothing too crazy. Just focused on getting the miles in. I felt pretty good afterward, surprisingly.
Sunday: Rest day. Much needed. My body was screaming at me. I did some light stretching and foam rolling, but mostly just chilled out and let my muscles recover.
The Verdict
So, after a week of trying to work out like Joe Rogan, what do I think? It’s tough, no doubt about it. It’s a lot of volume and a lot of variety. I can see how it would build strength, endurance, and flexibility all at the same time.
I think, It is really effective. I definitely felt stronger and more energized throughout the week. Would I stick with it long-term? Maybe. I might need to tweak it a bit to fit my own preferences and schedule, but I’m definitely inspired to incorporate some of these elements into my regular routine. It’s not for the faint of heart, but if you’re looking for a challenge, give it a try. Just don’t blame me if you’re sore for a week!
