JP Dinnell Podcast | Episode 110: Coming Back Stronger Than Before

Date: October 31, 2025
Hosts: JP Dinnell & Lucas Pinckard

Episode Overview

In this candid and practical episode, JP Dinnell and co-host Lucas Pinckard dive deep into the lessons of recovery, personal ownership, leadership, and overcoming complacency—drawing from JP’s recent bicep surgery, experiences from the SEAL teams, and his work as an executive coach and leadership instructor. They explore the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of "coming back stronger," including practical tools for self-assessment and improvement.

JP also recounts his recent speaking engagement at a faith-based men's conference and details the impact of advanced recovery tools like peptide protocols and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). The episode is rich with actionable advice for leaders, veterans, and anyone seeking to own their obstacles and improve their lives.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. JP's Recovery Journey and Practical Lessons (00:01–06:49)

• JP discusses his recent bicep surgery and recovery process, crediting peptides (TB500, BPC157 blend, AOD9604, MOTs C, and Tessamorelin) and immediate post-injury injections for minimal bruising and reduced pain.
• HBOT (Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy) has been instrumental in speeding up his healing and reducing inflammation:

  “When I went in for surgery, there was barely any bruising...the doctor was shocked by that.” (JP, 02:55)

• Despite the injury, JP speaks at a men’s conference and leads a workshop in Mexico, focusing on showing up and executing commitments regardless of adversity.

2. The Power and Mechanics of HBOT in Recovery (06:49–19:46)

• JP explains HBOT in detail:

  "You go in a chamber, it's pressurized oxygen...it facilitates insane recovery and healing." (JP, 06:54)

• Testimonies from first responders and veterans: HBOT used to aid post-surgical and traumatic brain injury recovery, sometimes approved by insurance.
• Analogy to SEAL Teams training: SEALs recovered faster during O2 dive training—oxygen-rich environments expedite healing and performance.
• Practical access tips*: Discusses how to negotiate discounts for HBOT by booking during clinics’ slow periods.

3. Sharing at the Men's Conference: Faith, Complacency, and Leadership (20:29–26:35)

• JP delivers a talk focused on faith, testimony, and fighting complacency rather than traditional leadership:

  “Complacency is going to creep in… you need to put on the whole armor of God daily.” (JP, 21:26)

• Practical military-faith analogy: Just as SEALs wore full gear daily in Ramadi, believers need daily spiritual preparation.

• Reflection on preparation:

  "Preparation is the same...What stories do I want to tell? What's the arc? But I was able to tie in my journey of faith from childhood, military, and beyond." (JP, 22:25)

4. Candid Moments: Brotherhood and Takeaways (24:18–26:44)

• JP reflects on the instant connection and humility among big, capable men in his life (notably, the late Seth Stone and others).

  “He's such a big, strong, capable man—but he's just absolutely, every time he sees you...gives you a big hug...I feel like a little kid.” (JP, 24:33)

• Reluctant appreciation of change and inconvenience: Shows up despite pain, makes time for fellowship, gains strength from brotherhood.

5. Podcasts, Audiobooks, and Finding Mental Space (27:11–32:15)

• JP’s podcast and audiobook rotation includes leadership, faith topics, and business books (notably Dave Burke’s The Need to Lead).
• Value of silence:

  "I think it's good to just honestly shut off all the noise...turn off the outside noise, be in silence, think, and work through things." (JP, 31:08)

• Uses voice memos while driving, mental journaling, to process thoughts and ideas.

6. Executive Coaching: Ownership, Triangulation, and Self-Assessment (32:15–41:09)

• Leadership coaching: JP’s toolbox: Encourages clients to track their behaviors, assess honestly, and map progress.
• Triangulation analogy:

  "As leaders, we need to be able to triangulate our location before we can move forward." (JP, 36:37)

• Assessment tips: Figure out where you are now, clarify your mission, and track progress for real change.

7. Extreme Ownership Applied: Root Cause and Behavioral Change (41:09–44:21)

• Simple self-assessment exercise:
  1. Write down 2–3 personal/professional problems.
  2. Identify the root cause (often, it's you).
  3. Review which relationships are tied to these problems.
  4. Define actions to improve relationships and outcomes.
  5. Track progress and wins.

“We as individuals have to look at this as 100% on me. These problems in my life I have created or allowed to happen.” (JP, 41:43)

8. Addressing Habits and Accountability (44:21–47:56)

• Concrete examples:

  • Numbing with alcohol is often the root cause of family disconnect.
  • Consumption of “videos you shouldn't be watching” is directly linked to marital issues and brain changes.

• Question for change:

  “What habits do you need to create to change your behaviors... and what good behaviors do you need to strengthen?” (JP, 46:44)

• Call to community and resources: Encourage listeners to reach out for help (nutrition, addiction, faith, community resources like Jesus and Jiu Jitsu, First In Nutrition, etc).

9. Legacy, Ownership, and Final Thoughts (50:36–end)

• Take full ownership of health, fitness, and every area of life—even small “self-care” routines can create big shifts.
• Special call to first responders:

  “First responders now are being very vocal...we’ll be safer, more effective if we’re healthier, stronger, well-balanced as humans.” (JP, 51:48)

• Encouragement for leaders: In adversity, remain calm; collect data, make a small step forward:

  “Freaking out will never help. Staying calm, thinking, collecting some information and data, coming up with a plan, and making a small iterative step in the proper direction is how you win in life." (JP, 54:57)

Notable Quotes

• On HBOT and Recovery:
  "I know that this treatment for veterans with PTSD and traumatic brain injuries...has saved their lives. One of my buddies from the SEAL teams, he sent me the before and after scans of his brain. Bro, it didn't even look...it was like 180 degrees." — JP (14:48)

• On Fighting Complacency:
  "Complacency is going to creep in...the devil attacks us every single day, just like complacency is creeping in every single day." — JP (21:26)

• On Ownership:
  "These problems in my life I have created, or allowed to happen, and I need to create a solution." — JP (41:43)

• On Assessment & Leadership:
  "As leaders, we need to be able to triangulate our location before we can move forward. If we don't know where we're at and we start moving in the wrong direction, that can be a really bad thing." — JP (36:37)

• On Emotional Control:
  "When you're trying to improve who you are, don't freak out if you're not happy with where you're at. When you triangulate your location and you realize you're not where you want to be in life, freaking out will never help. Staying calm...making a small step...is how you win in life." — JP (54:57)

Highlighted Timestamps

• 00:01–06:49 — JP’s surgery, peptide protocol, and HBOT recovery journey.
• 06:49–19:46 — Deep dive on HBOT, insurance, access tips, testimonial stories.
• 20:29–26:35 — JP’s men’s conference talk: faith, complacency, daily preparation.
• 27:11–32:15 — Podcasts, audiobooks, and value of mental silence.
• 32:15–41:09 — Executive coaching: triangulation, ownership, and assessment.
• 41:09–47:56 — Applying extreme ownership, habit change, and actionable steps.
• 50:36–54:57 — Final thoughts: health ownership, leadership in adversity, control emotions.

Final Thoughts

This episode is packed with actionable ways to own your recovery—physically, mentally, and spiritually. Whether you are bouncing back from a setback, fighting complacency, or seeking to step up as a leader, JP and Lucas equip you to ask the hard questions, track your behaviors, and take concrete steps forward. Their tone is encouraging, blunt, and highly practical—reminding listeners that the path to coming back stronger always starts with taking ownership.

Resources Mentioned:

• America's Mighty Warriors Foundation (HBOT for veterans/first responders)
• Jesus in Jiu Jitsu Events, Devotionals, Podcast
• First In Nutrition
• Chain Fitness (addiction support)
• Origin Maine, Jocko Fuel
• Bruiser Arms, Vortex Optics

Connect:

• @jpdinnell | @lucaspinckard | @jpdinnellpodcast

Summary curated for those seeking the tools and mindset to come back stronger—one step, one decision, one day at a time.