Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast

You sent your questions in to IG...Will Ratelle and I go in depth answering them here. Time stamps below!00:00 Intro03:17 Nicotine pouches – how much do you use?06:00 Best Assault Bike interval protocol (4x4 and alternatives)07:33 Which strongman movements transfer best to rugby?09:32 How would you train military, police, and firefighters?12:36 Best isometrics and eccentrics for strength & athleticism17:10 Best way to build strength and muscle without sacrificing either19:12 When should you lower calories during a fat loss phase?20:27 How to break through an overhead press plateau21:59 If you only have 1–2 strength & conditioning sessions per week, what should you prioritize?23:12 How to eat more during a bulk (7,000+ calories)26:57 Most overrated vs underrated exercises30:58 Can front squats replace back squats for swimmers?31:31 How to evaluate a strength plateau34:08 What would you do differently starting your online business?36:23 Best exercises for golfer's elbow38:05 Pre-workout carb timing38:35 Transitioning into strength & conditioning from a corporate career40:24 Thoughts on mobility and static stretching43:40 Ideal weekly bodyweight change for bulking and cutting44:50 Are Zercher holds worthwhile for upper back thickness?45:30 Can you run a 6-day program over 8–9 days?46:10 Can heavy hyperextensions replace deadlifts?47:27 What's something you've changed your mind on in the last 5 years?50:56 How to modify training around a fresh tattoo54:25 Do isometric holds potentiate explosive movements?54:46 How should recovery change when starting a new training cycle?57:21 Is cardio after lifting okay?50:56 How to modify training around a fresh tattoo54:25 Do isometric holds potentiate explosive movements?54:46 How should recovery change when starting a new training cycle?57:21 Is cardio after lifting okay?58:15 Thoughts on Retatrutide (GLP-1s) for fat loss01:00:28 Is 0.2 g of fat per pound too low for naturals?01:01:23 How to break through a fat loss plateau01:02:32 Best carb sources if rice and potatoes cause bloating01:03:44 Should you do cardio on a refeed day?01:04:17 Is jogging 20–25 miles per week a good fat-loss strategy?01:05:49 Should muscle strength ever outpace tendon strength?01:06:55 Why change rep ranges weekly instead of using double progression?01:08:47 Should you work in a commercial gym before starting your own coaching business?01:10:11 Will Ratelle x Jon Heck training program announcement01:11:08 Accessory exercises that never leave your program01:15:08 Maximum calorie deficit for a 40% body fat powerlifter01:15:54 Deadlift going backwards week to week—what should I do?01:16:12 Best advice for aspiring online coaches01:17:59 Most overrated mainstream lifting program01:19:42 Cronometer: Prioritize macros or calories?01:20:16 Testosterone cypionate: once weekly or more frequent injections?01:20:43 How to lift heavy every day01:21:28 How to set calories for fat loss01:22:09 Podcast suggestion: Dr. Emily Dow01:22:50 When programming phases, prioritize movement patterns or specific lifts?01:23:33 Fitness beliefs the evidence supports less than people think01:24:59 Best lifts for durability in endurance runners01:25:33 Most common mistakes intermediates make01:26:28 Best exercises to improve a poor front rack01:28:02 Nutrition recommendations for men vs. women01:28:57 Anatomy & biomechanics vs. sport-specific education for strength coaches01:30:32 Best body hair trimmer01:31:47 Are CrossFit athletes actually natural?01:33:28 What habit do you wish you'd developed while playing college football?01:35:36 Outro

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Katie Dabrowski, sports physical therapist and performance expert, to discuss why rehab shouldn't look like traditional rehab—it should look like training.We dive into injury prevention, returning to sport, strength training after injury, common rehab mistakes, pain myths, and how athletes and lifters can bridge the gap between physical therapy and peak performance.Whether you're dealing with an injury, coaching athletes, or simply want to train smarter, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately.

In this week's nutrition rant...I wanted to cover a topic unrelated to nutrition that people ask me about all the time...Testosterone Replacement Therapy. Who should consider it? How does it work? What are the REAL risks and side effects? Is it dangerous? How to use it effectively. Lets dive in

Solo episode of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast! In this episode I discuss my transition from 9 years working in NFL and college football strength and conditioning to launching my own coaching business and starting my journey as a solo business owner and entrepreneur. I discuss the pros and cons of both sides, why I decided to leave, how i set myself up for success, what the lifestyle looks like now, my advice for those considering going into business for themselves, leveraging social media, the money and more.

In this week's nutrition rant I dive into my philosophies around building muscle, and what I see many people doing wrong! I talk about both the training and nutrition sides of this. Enjoy and let's get big.

Tom Hibbert is a world-class strongman coach, educator, and founder of Winning Strength. Known for his evidence-based approach to strength development, Tom has coached athletes from beginners to elite-level competitors across strongman, powerlifting, and strength sports. Through his coaching, content, and programming, he helps athletes maximize performance by blending practical experience with sports science, making him one of the most respected voices in modern strongman training.

Weekly nutrition rant! I dive into how I break the year up into a planned series of structured phases to drive physique improvement over time...step one of this process is get lean!

Dr. Emily Dow is a performance dietitian specializing in sports nutrition, body composition, and evidence-based strategies to help athletes and active individuals optimize performance, recovery, and long-term health. Through her work with competitive athletes and fitness enthusiasts, she focuses on practical nutrition approaches that improve training outcomes without unnecessary restriction or fad dieting.

Monthly Q&A Answered from questions sent in to my Instagram! Time Stamps below0:00 Intro1:22 Mobility, soft tissue work & loaded stretching4:34 Full-body split structure6:48 Best workout splits8:27 Training biceps without “training biceps”9:09 Backloading carbs at night10:27 Beginner strongman training12:02 Starting strongman from scratch12:14 Strongman vs bodybuilding for motivation13:14 Transitioning from powerlifting to strongman13:58 Strongman competitors/coaches to learn from14:47 New dad going through a breakup while maintaining progress16:16 Real food vs protein bars and shakes17:42 Starting a cut with too deep of a deficit18:26 Adding quality mass without sacrificing speed20:00 When to increase calories during a gain phase21:41 How to decide whether to cut or bulk23:20 Tracking calories/protein vs all macros24:10 Training day vs non-training day macros26:31 Weekly surplus vs high-day surplus for bulking26:47 How long cut, maintenance, and bulk phases should last28:58 Recomping in-season while a bit too fat30:06 Building muscle and losing fat at the same time31:26 High carbs/protein during recomp with low calories32:27 Loose skin after weight loss33:07 Reverse dieting after a long cut33:57 How fast to add carbs in a reverse diet35:00 Cheat meals/refeeds while reverse dieting37:21 Building metabolism without gaining excess fat37:52 Switching from keto to a carb-based diet38:42 Pre-workout carb amount and simple sugars40:06 Coconut water powder vs regular coconut water intra-workout41:02 Candy/sugar as pre-workout carbs42:05 Best carbohydrate sources43:20 Jasmine rice as a carb source43:29 Where to remove carbs during carb cycling43:50 Swimmer trying to get jacked44:38 Body composition vs performance for explosive athletes45:20 Sport-specific diet adjustments45:48 Electrolytes when introducing growth hormone46:17 Long-term low-dose Cialis for bodybuilders46:49 CoQ10 for endurance athletes47:19 Biggest supplement timing mistakes48:28 Supplements to preserve/build muscle during fat loss49:12 How often clients should get bloodwork50:16 Personal daily caffeine intake51:30 Why fiber is higher on non-training days53:14 Tips for improving gut health55:14 Why dairy has been a positive change56:49 Avoiding digestive issues in a surplus1:00:22 Almond butter vs peanut butter1:01:29 Is a nutrition coach worth it if money is tight?1:03:26 What to look for in a good nutrition coach1:06:28 Biggest client pet peeve1:09:34 Could you collaborate with Tom Brady?1:09:51 Getting someone off the carnivore diet1:12:15 Binge eating after dieting1:14:15 Monitoring fasting glucose and HbA1c with high carbs1:15:37 Plyos/jump training during a bodybuilding phase1:17:04 Eating 50+ grams of protein in one meal1:18:43 Caffeine-free pre-workout for PM training1:19:45 How long to maintain after a cut before growing1:20:28 Fats in the post-workout meal1:22:12 Getting up to 40 calories/kg at lean body composition1:24:24 Carb cycling high days before morning workouts1:26:05 Pec not firing after scapular injury1:27:16 Recovery after heavy sessions and current training split1:29:23 Best advice for a new dad with low sleep and two jobs1:31:17 General strength vs specialization for intermediate lifters1:32:21 Custom meal plans for specific goals1:32:43 Rucking vs running for fat loss1:33:56 Sodium during exercise and potassium post-workout1:34:30 Best nutrition books1:35:50 How to avoid binge eating1:36:48 Nutrition before 4:30 a.m. training1:38:23 Outro

Luka Hocevar is a performance coach, gym owner, entrepreneur, and educator known for blending strength training, conditioning, nutrition, and mindset coaching into a holistic approach to human performance. He is the founder of Vigor Ground Fitness & Performance and has worked with everyone from general population clients to elite athletes, helping coaches and athletes optimize both performance and long-term health

In this weeks nutrition rant I dive into the reasons people often hit a stall with fat loss, or may not even be ready to start a fat loss diet, YET. And how to remedy this

John Haack is widely regarded as one of the greatest pound-for-pound powerlifters of all time. Known for his elite strength across multiple weight classes, Haack has set numerous world records and built a reputation for combining raw power with technical precision. From dominant performances on the platform to his influence on modern strength training, John continues to push the standard for what’s possible in powerlifting

In this week's nutrition rant, I push back against the idea that the "ancestral diet" is the most optimal and healthy ways for humans to eat.

Marcus Filly is a former CrossFit Games athlete, strength coach, and the creator of Functional Bodybuilding (FBB) — a training philosophy that blends bodybuilding, functional fitness, mobility, and longevity-focused performance training. After years competing at the highest level of CrossFit, Marcus shifted his focus toward sustainable training methods that help people build muscle, move well, stay athletic, and avoid burnout. Through his coaching, content, and programs, he’s become one of the leading voices in hybrid performance and intelligent training design.

In this week's nutrition rant, I dive into "Calories in Vs Calories out" (CICO) and explain why this principle is often highly misunderstood and oversimplified.

Back by popular demand, Will Ratelle jumps back on the pod and we dive into some pure training program talk. We discuss some of our most successful training cycles of years past, some of the worst cycles we ever ran, and our current training.

You guys sent in questions to my Instagram page and I am tackling them in depth here! Time stamps belowTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro / Monthly Q&A format1:51 Best body fat percentage for naturals to maximize muscle growth4:15 Refeeds breaking fat loss plateaus6:14 Bulk or cut for athletic performance?8:41 High sets low reps vs low sets high reps for strength and hypertrophy11:20 Cocoa powder vs dark chocolate12:40 Carb setup for 4AM training sessions14:28 Training recommendations for pre-teens and teenagers16:07 How long is too long for a fat loss phase?17:32 How to determine your calorie intake and maintenance calories20:16 Best way to get leaner while still getting stronger22:24 Tips for football players trying to gain weight on a budget24:00 Daily water intake recommendations for athletes25:42 Meal plans vs macro plans for nutrition coaching27:12 How to dose retatrutide27:52 Caffeine and nicotine dosing and timing30:22 Diet differences for middleweight vs openweight strongman32:17 Should carbs be reduced on non-training days?33:12 Intra-workout carbs and post-workout cardio for fat loss34:05 Summer shred program vs powerbuilding program35:13 How to stop nighttime binge eating36:43 College strength coaching vs private coaching39:02 How important is meal timing and meal frequency?41:18 Dad bod transformation: bulk or cut first?42:24 Is online sports performance coaching worth it?43:36 How to avoid bloating when eating large amounts of food45:10 Thoughts on store-bought bread and sourdough45:45 Do plant proteins count toward daily protein intake?46:29 Berberine vs retatrutide48:30 Potassium citrate vs potassium chloride49:14 Favorite carb sources besides rice and potatoes50:09 Daily fiber intake recommendations50:53 Fat loss plateaus when calories are already low52:12 Tips for eating higher carbs when appetite is low54:23 Carb cycling for a pro baseball pitcher55:44 Thoughts on mini bulks56:43 Are calves mostly genetic?58:14 Do peri-workout carbs improve fat loss?58:56 Bulking with fruit and honey59:25 Thoughts on Mark Bell’s sugar diet for bulking59:58 Is fasting helpful for fat loss?1:00:39 Sublingual peptides: yay or nay?1:01:20 Pre-workout hype videos and training rituals1:01:54 Non-alcoholic beer and metabolism1:02:45 Whey protein as an intra-workout option1:03:22 Cyclic dextrin vs maltodextrin1:04:10 High glycemic vs low glycemic carbs around training1:04:48 Current training split and when to add cardio1:06:50 Eating carbs 3 hours vs 30–60 minutes pre-workout1:08:17 Closing thoughts and missed questions1:09:03 Coaching, programs, and where to follow

Joey Szatmary and I met up with Jujimufu at his home gym in Concord, NC for a great day of training, fellowship and podcasting. In this episode, we dive into the life of fitness industry stardom, navigating training, living in the public spotlight, creating content for a living and coaching. Two exceptionally talented and interesting guys who have lived extraordinary lives, and we had a great conversation

Weekly nutrition rant! In this week's episode I dive into some common mistakes, pitfalls and bad habits I see frequently when people start dietingCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Paul Romzek is a TRT and bloodwork specialist known for helping men optimize hormone health, interpret complex lab work, and improve performance. I have a ton of respect for Paul and his work and see him as one of the best in this field.In this episode, we dive into considerations to make if deciding whether or not to get on TRT, and then how to optimize results once you are on it, and a deep dive into what Paul looks for in bloodwork, and interventions he has for the issues that get flagged. From heart health, to hematocrit, to estrogen, gut health, sleep, liver and kidney health and more.CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Weekly nutrition rant! Let's talk carbs and clear up some misinformation and replace it with some proper nutrition strategy...CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Roman Mori is a former U.S. Army Ranger, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor, and strength coach known for helping combat athletes build muscle, strength, and durability. With a background in elite military service, high-level grappling, and no frills training, Roman has built a huge following through his no-BS approach to fitness and performance. In this episode, we talk jiu jitsu, bad practices around training and nutrition in combat sports, and how we think training and diet should REALLY be applied in this realm CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

This weeks nutrition rant...I jump on the mic and dive into some thoughts on the concept of "good foods, bad foods, unhealthy foods", a big diet error when bulking and how to fix it, and my thoughts on weed and alcohol as it pertains to body composition and performance!CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Sam Shaw, or as millions of fans around the world know him as, Dexter Lumis jumps on the podcast to talk about life in the WWE. He talks about how he got into the game, his crazy road to break into the big leagues of the WWE, and what life looks like behind the scenes for these incredible performers. This is an incredibly interesting episode that takes a look into an incredibly interesting lifeCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Timestamps for all the questions:00:00 intro02:05 maintaining speed and agility04:14 Carb cycling structure 05:39 maintain strength while dieting 07:17 lower protein as you get lighter in a cut?08:50 machines vs free weights for size10:55: underrated and overrated exercises 14:15 rate of weight loss in a diet15:42 best approach for a skinny fat guy 17:08 nutrition education 19:05 direct ab training 20:45 favorite carb sources in a diet 22:55 medium length of cut/gain phases?25:04 favorite strongman lift 25:55 how to recover after heavy session 27:32 staple supplements 29:08 important micronutrients to hit30:42 trap exercises 31:35 how to use amino acid supplements32:38 dealing with bad clients 33:55 best split, training approach 35:20 weight gain during a reverse diet 36:45 how should regular non competitors train 37:32 how does training change in a cut39:37 how lean to get before bulking40:54 peptides BPC-157, Semoralin42:38 changing carb sources in a bulk 43:21 improving insulin resistance 44:55 when to change training approaches 46:15 72hr fasting 48:00 fruit as a primary carb source 48:50 does training change for tall people50:18 carb cycling best for a recomp?51:42 Maintenance phase before gain phase?53:00 GH and size gain53:40 I’m eating a lot, why am I not gaining?54:22 40 calories per kilogram bodyweight goal 57:00 training split for BJJCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Stefi Cohen is one of the greatest female powerlifters of all time. She exploded onto the scene in 2016 and became an absolute icon in the fitness industry, gaining fame through her incredible strength, brand, and entrepreneurial dominance. In the last couple years she has faced extreme public scrutiny and legal allegations. In this episode, we dive into an unfiltered conversation on her life, rise to fame, training, and her side of her story. CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Dylan Cooper is a high level American weightlifter. He was a dominant junior competitor who has since moved to the dark side and ended his competitive career to instead push the boundaries of human limits as an enhanced athlete. We dive into a behind the scenes look into the life of a competitive olympic weightlifter, training for the sport, differences between USA weightlifting and other countries, and Dylan's journey into uncharted territory as an enhanced lifter   CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

JP Price is a former ATWR holding powerlifter and one of the strongest raw squatters of our lifetime. He was also incredibly strong within the sport of strongman, as well as owning a badass gym in Kansas City. In this episode, we talk training, talk criticisms of the sport of powerlifting as a whole, gym ownership and building a gym community and more.CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

In this video, I dive into an important nutrition strategy for fat loss and muscle gain...planning your nutrition into set phases on planned timelines...instead of just dieting indefinitelyCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Dylan Shannon exploded onto the scene only two years ago. He is jacked, strong, athletic and has a knack for making content out of it. In only his first year on social media, he managed to grow a 100k+ audience, tacking on another 200k in year 2. He has huge audiences on both IG and YouTube and backs it up with a great knowledge base and the full package to show for it, as a full time athlete on social media.In this episode, we talk about how this literally became a full time career for him, his keys to growth and success, how to make good content, and alot more.  @dylan_shannon CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Steph Mock is a professional strength and conditioning coach in Major League Baseball and one of the most respected performance coaches working in professional sports today. With a background in elite athlete development, Mock specializes in building resilient, powerful athletes through intelligent strength programming, movement quality, and long-term performance planning.Steph is also highly talented when it comes to staff building, serving in numerous leadership/administrative roles in Division-1 college sports programs.In this episode, we dive into coaching, staff building, navigating the profession, and the implications of being a female in professional sports performanceCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

In this video, I dive into some practical guidelines for how to identify your baseline maintenance calorie intake, and then setup your calories and macros from there to target fat loss or muscle gain. This is a solo episode. Weekly guest episodes will continue to drop every Tuesday, but I will be releasing more of these solo episodes on some Thursdays, diving into nutrition and training infoCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Justin Harris returns to the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast to talk about the differences between a post diet rebound, aggressive bulking and "main gaining". All different strategies for adding size. We talk about when to deploy these various strategies and who would benefit the most from each of them. Justin is one of the best bodybuilding coaches in the game and an OG in the world of nutrition for physique enhancementCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Bryce Johnson had an absolute breakout year on the pro strongman circuit last year. Many people believe he may be the next "Brian Shaw" in the sport. Bryce is an absolute behemoth at 6'6 415lbs and has proven to be a dominant competitor that is just scratching the surface of his potential. In this episode, we dive into his prep for the upcoming Arnold Classic and how his career has unfolded in the last two years.CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Maximus McCall is an Australian nutrition coach for strongman competitors and powerlifters. Among his clients are some of the biggest, strongest athletes in the world. Maximus is also an accomplished athlete and competitor himself and walks the walk of what he coaches. A highly intelligent and well educated practitioner, merging real world experience and evidence based literature within his protocols. In this episode, we dive into what goes into feeding the biggest and strongest humans on the planet, as well as some unorthodox supplement protocolsCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Tim Riley is a private sector strength and conditioning coach who specializes in NFL combine prep. He is also a prominent figure in the sports performance and fitness industry in general. Tim is the host of the popular Coach 'Em Up Podcast as well as the creator of APEX, a new and popular fitness competition that rivals the likes of Hyrox. Tim is a character, a go getter and his story is amazing. We dive into his life of overcoming addiction, dropping out of school, hitting rock bottom and then pursuing greatness at the highest levels of this industry. A great episode that breaks the mold of my usual guest episodes.For more of Tim and I, check out my appearance on the Coach 'Em Up Podcast where Tim interviews MECHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition contentCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Dr. Mike T. Nelson is a research-driven human performance specialist, exercise physiologist, and leading educator in fitness, nutrition, and metabolic science. With over 18 years dedicated to understanding how the human body works, Dr. Mike has developed evidence-based methods to help people burn fat, build strength, improve flexibility, and optimize health and performance.He holds a PhD in Exercise Physiology, an MS in Biomechanics, and a BA in Natural Science, and serves as an adjunct professor and faculty member for organizations like the Carrick Institute, as well as being a member of the American College of Sports Medicine.Dr. Mike is best known for his work on metabolic flexibility, heart rate variability (HRV), and human performance programming — bringing cutting-edge research into practical strategies for athletes, coaches, and everyday lifters. He’s the creator of the Flex Diet Certification and Physiologic Flexibility Certification, an online coach to clients around the world, a speaker, author, and a passionate communicator who breaks down complex science into actionable insights.   CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Josh Bryant is a renowned strength coach, author, and co-founder of Jailhouse Strong. He has coached multiple world-record holders across powerlifting, strongman, and professional sports, and is widely known for his brutally effective training philosophies, high-intensity programming, and no-nonsense approach to building real strength. Josh is also a prolific writer and educator, contributing to outlets like T-Nation and EliteFTS, and has authored several influential books on strength training and performance.CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Strength & Conditioning for Football Players | Nick DiMarco on Speed, Power, and DurabilityIn this episode, I sit down with Nick DiMarco, director of strength and conditioning for football at Elon University, to break down what actually matters when it comes to strength and conditioning for football players. From Freshman to Seniors, we dive into how to build speed, power, and resilience without burning athletes out or getting them hurt.Nick shares his philosophy on programming for football, including how to balance maximal strength with on-field explosiveness, why many football training plans miss the mark, and how to adapt training across the off-season, in-season, and return-to-play phases.Whether you’re a football player, strength coach, sport coach, or parent, this episode delivers practical insights you can apply immediately to training and long-term athlete development.CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

This episode is pure Eric Bugenhagen. I sit down with one of the most unpredictable, high-energy personalities in the fitness industry for a wide-ranging conversation that hits training, mindset, life philosophy, and the chaos that fuels his intensity. Eric opens up about how he trains, how he thinks, and why embracing discomfort, absurdity, and obsession has shaped both his physique and his life.We dive into:How Eric approaches training beyond sets and repsThe mindset that drives his extreme intensity and disciplineLessons he’s learned from wrestling, lifting, and pushing limitsWhy passion, belief, and individuality matter more than “perfect” programmingStories, rants, laughs, and moments that only Eric can deliverCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Judd Lienhard for a wide-ranging conversation on training, leadership, and long term development—both in the gym and beyond it.Judd shares his perspective on what truly drives progress: building systems that last, leading athletes (and teams) with intention, and developing people—not just performance metrics. We dive into how great coaches think, how leadership principles translate from sport to life, and why consistency, culture, and communication matter more than flashy tactics.Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or someone interested in leadership and personal growth, this conversation offers practical insights you can apply immediatelyCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

In this episode, I sit down with Skip Hill, one of the most influential voices in modern bodybuilding. Known for his decades-long coaching career, sharp industry insight, and unfiltered commentary, Skip has worked with countless elite competitors while also shaping bodybuilding media through writing, podcasting, and online platforms.We dive into Skip’s journey from coach to media figure, how bodybuilding has evolved over the years, and of course “Skip loading”, and iconic fat loss protocol made popular by Skip himself. CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

In this episode, I sit down with Chris Duffin—one of the most influential minds in strength training, biomechanics, and human performance.Chris is a world-record-holding powerlifter, engineer, and the founder of Kabuki Strength. Known as “Mad Scientist” in the strength world, he’s spent decades blending hard science with real-world training application. His work has shaped how athletes, coaches, and lifters think about movement, joint health, and long-term performance.In this conversation, we dive heavily into PEPTIDES, an area where Chris has recently devoted alot of his efforts in research, personal application and in business.  @MadScientistDuffin CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Jen Thompson is a legendary female Powerlifter with multiple All Time World Records and dominant World Championship wins. Known for her insanely strong bench press, Jen has been competing for decades and remains an active competitor and a staple in the Powerlifting community, and an inspiration to women all over the world CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

In this episode I dive into my own origin story, background and road to getting where I am today. Recapping one full year of full time business ownership, what goes on behind the scenes, leaving NFL football strength and conditioning, first year of fatherhood and the obstacles I have had to overcome to get here. This episode will be ad freeCHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Dusty Hanshaw is a former high level bodybuilder known for his insane strength and brutally heavy and intense approach to training. He is a popular voice in bodybuilding media with a wealth of wisdom and crazy stories. None crazier than his near death experience that put him in a coma for a month.CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Robert Oberst is an iconic former Strongman competitor, actor, arm wrestler and entrepreneur. He is one of the biggest personalities in the industry and puts it on display in this conversation as we dive into a variety of stories and topics.CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Dawson Windham is an elite powerlifter that has been a crowd favorite in the sport since he was a teenager. He has been a phenom of strength from a young age known for his gritty and passionate demeanor and work ethic. We had a great conversation about training, and the value of attacking training with a savage blue collar work ethic.CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksCheck out my WINTER BULK 9 week HYPERTROPHY programhttps://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/program/heck-program-1763323396?attrib=591609-ytStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Paul Carter, or you may know him as his iconic IG handle LiftRunBang  is one of the top leading experts in all things hypertrophy training. He has built a massive audience through his prominent social media presence, his podcast and writing. Paul brings hard evidence backed science and real world results to back his philosophies of maximizing muscle gain.CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

Mitchell Hooper is currently the most dominant athlete in all of Strongman. He has been on an unprecedented trajectory of winning top competitions for 4 years straight. He is also a savvy businessman, has a highly prominent social media presence and YouTube channel and has leveraged his success with brands and sponsors. We dive into this business side of the sport and talk about how athletes can better market themselves. He recently put out a video talking about potential improvements to the sport of Strongman. We dive into some of these potential changes to make the sport better for the athletes and to bring in more viewership and revenue.CHECK OUT MY EBOOK, Dialing in Your Nutrition: A Comprehensive Manual for Setting Up Your Own Diet. This ebook covers fat loss, muscle gain, gut health, supplementation, building the metabolism, reverse diet strategies, maintenance phases, hydration, lifestyle tips, cheat meals, and more. https://hammerchiselperformance.com/ebooksStay tuned for new episodes of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast dropping every Tuesday morning on YouTube and SpotifyJoin my training community team on train heroic for weekly programming and daily interaction with me for $28/month. https://trainheroic.co/jointeamhammerandchiselFor my 1:1 coaching services, visit my website. You will also find my training programs, ebook, and other resources herehttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.comSubscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content