Overview

Before We Go is one of Dan John’s most useful and wide-ranging books—a collection of articles and essays that bring together decades of coaching wisdom, lifting experience, and hard-earned insight.

From goblet squats and loaded carries to mass building, fat loss, kettlebell swings, training audits, and real-life eating, this book covers an enormous amount of ground—while staying rooted in Dan John’s trademark clarity and common sense.

What You’ll Learn

• How to simplify your training and focus on what works
• Why not every good idea belongs in your program at the same time
• How to use goblet squats, carries, kettlebells, and basic lifts more effectively
• Practical ideas for mass gain, fat loss, work capacity, and peaking
• How to audit a training program for gaps and imbalance
• How to align training and nutrition with real life

Why This Book Matters

This is not a book of gimmicks or trendy systems.

It’s a book about learning how to think better about training.

For therapists, trainers, coaches, and rehabilitation professionals, it offers practical tools alongside a bigger philosophy—one that values reasonableness, consistency, and long-term development over noise and hype.

How You’ll Access This Book

• 📖 Delivered as a Digital Flipping Book
• 🎯 Includes a clear overview and learning objectives
• 📝 Optional reflective learning exam available
• 🌍 Accessible anytime, across devices

Who This Is For

• Massage and Manual Therapists
• Rehabilitation Professionals
• Personal Trainers and Strength Coaches
• Kettlebell Enthusiasts
• Anyone interested in practical, sustainable strength training