Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast

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Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast

My name is Jon Heck, and I am a strength and conditioning coach and nutritionist. I am a former strength coach from Division-1 college football and the NFL. I now ruin my coaching business Hammer and Chisel Performance full time, working with all walks of life on nutrition and training. With a background in powerlifting, bodybuilding, strongman, football and coaching in different fields, I will be bringing on a wide variety of guest from all of these realms of the world of performance and the fitness industry to talk all things coaching, nutrition, training, business, and more.

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    Ep.82: Will Ratelle, Our best, worst, and current training cycles

    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.

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    Monthly Q&A! Diet strategy, nutrition, training and more

    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

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    Ep.81: Jujimufu, Fitness Industry Icon

    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

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    Dieting Mistakes and Bad Habits (How to avoid them)

    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

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    Ep. 80: Paul Romzek, TRT and Bloodwork Master Class

    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

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    Carbs are not making you fat...This is the culprit:

    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

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    Ep.79: Roman Mori, Training for Jiu Jitsu and Combat Sports

    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

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    Nutrition Rant: "Bad Foods", why your bulk fails, weed and alcohol

    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

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    Ep.78: Dexter Lumis, What life REALLY looks like in the WWE

    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

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    Q&A Answered: Diet Strategy, Training, Nutrition, Etc!

    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

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    Ep.77: Stefi Cohen, Acquitted and still the GOAT

    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

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    Ep.76: Dylan Cooper, Savage Olypic Weightlifting and Anabolics

    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

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    Ep. 75: JP Price, 1000lb Raw Squatter

    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

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    Plan Your Nutrition Into PHASES

    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

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    Ep. 74: Dylan Shannon, How to Dominate Social Media and Get Jacked Doing It

    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

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    Ep.73: Steph Mock, Female MLB Strength Coach

    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

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    How to Set your Calories and Macros: Solo Episode

    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

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    Ep.72: Justin Harris, Bulking Diets

    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

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    Ep.71: Bryce Johnson, The Next Brian Shaw?

    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

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    Ep.70: Maximus McCall, Nutrition for the Biggest and Strongest on Earth

    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

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    Ep.69: Tim Riley, Overcoming Addiction and Chasing Greatness

    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

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    Ep.68: Dr. Mike T. Nelson, Carb Cycling and Metabolic Flexibility

    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

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    Ep. 67: Josh Bryant, Advanced Training Methods

    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

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    Ep.66: Nick DiMarco, Elite training for football players

    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

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    Ep.65: Eric Bugenhagen, Pure Chaos and Anti-Pencil Neckery

    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

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    Ep.64: Judd Lienhard, The Art and Science of Sports Performance

    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

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    Ep.63: Skip Hill, Bodybuilding OG

    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

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    Ep.62: Chris Duffin, Peptides For Human Optimization

    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

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    Ep.61: Jen Thompson, This Woman Out Bench Presses You...By ALOT

    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

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    My Story: 1st Year in Business and Fatherhood. The Road Here. Struggles Along the Way

    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

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    Ep.60: Dusty Hanshaw, Hardcore Training and a Month Long Coma.

    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

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    Ep.59: Robert Oberst, The Crazy Life of an American Strongman Legend

    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

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    Ep.58: Dawson Windham, A Gritty Life of Battling the Iron

    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

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    Ep. 57: Paul Carter, The Blueprint For Hypertrophy

    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

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    Ep. 56: Mitchell Hooper: The Business Side of Strongman

    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

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    Ep. 55: Brandon Lilly, Out of the Darkness. A man reinvented

    Brandon Lily is a powerlifting legend who has completely reinvented himself after a career of devastating injuries, dark times and a destructive lifestyle. He has gone on to develop into a man of deep wisdom and philosophy. We talk training, but we spend even more times exploring the depths of the mind and soul.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 YouTubr channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

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    Ep. 54: Zach Even-Esh, OG Underground Strength Coach, Writer, Business Owner

    Zach Even-Esh is a widely renowned private sector strength and conditioning coach who popularized a movement of "garage and warehouse gyms" with a blue collar, hard nosed culture towards training. He is a prominent gym owner, writer in the fitness industry and has coached countless athletes pf all demographics. In this episode of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast, Coach Even-Esh drops some great wisdom on writing, gym ownership, training, gym culture and businessCHECK 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

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    Ep.53: Vince Wilkinson, Strongman Content Creator Extraordinaire

    Vince Wilkinson is a Strongman competitor in the Army who has gone on to become a prominent content creator with a massive following. He has a brand of content that is hilarious, relatable, and brings a ton of positive attention to the sport. Vince has a crazy interesting job description and in this episode we dive into what life looks like for a content creator in the Army with a 130k+ following. Whether you are a fan of strongman or not, this is a great conversationCHECK 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

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    Ep.52: Andy Triana, Bio-Hacking Productivity and Human Performance

    Andy Triana is one of the most unique humans I have ever met. A legitimate savant of intelligence and outside-the-box deep thinking, Andy is an accomplished former athlete and coach who serves as a consultant to some of the worlds top athletes, most successful CEO's, billionaires and more. He consults on protocols to optimize productivity, rehab, sleep, sports performance, psychology, and high performance in any realm. In this episode of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast, Andy dives into some of these protocols that any person can apply on a day to day basis.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.com

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    Ep. 51: Blaine McConnel, Training to be a well rounded FREAK athlete

    Blaine McConnell is a former Team USA Olympic bobsledder and one of the freakiest athletes you will ever meet. Incredibly fast, strong, explosive and jacked. In this episode of the Hammer and Chisel Performance Podcast, we dive deep into his training programming and philosophies for all of these qualities.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.comFollow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

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    Ep. 50: Brian Alsruhe, Overcoming Immense Adversity

    Brian Alsruhe is a gym owner, coach, strength athlete and has a massive YouTube channel. He became widely popular in the fitness industry with his informative, educational and entertaining content and has positively impacted the lives of countless people. Brian has also had to overcome unthinkable medical adversity that he still battles to this day. In this episode, we talk about Brian's background and rise to success, what it takes to be great, the value of doing hard things, and overcoming adversity. This was a great conversation that has a variety of great takeaways for anyone.  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 the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

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    Ep. 49: Joey Szatmary, Dominating YouTube, Gym Ownership and Strongman

    Joey Szatmary is a gym owner, high level strongman competitor, and a key member of what is considered to be the golden age of fitness YouTube. Joey has a huge channel and is a very popular, charismatic figure in the industry and a hell of a strength athlete as well. In this episode, we talk about gym ownership, building a YouTube channel, balancing training for Strongman with all these various endeavors, 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/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 the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

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    Ep. 48: Cornelius Parkin, The Hidden Gem of Bodybuilding Coaching

    Cornelius Parkin is a highly respected and experienced bodybuilding coach who was one of the first to break into the online coaching scene in the early 2000's. Cornelius is a very accomplished powerlifter and competitive bodybuilder himself, but has gone on to establish himself as one of the great thinkers and minds in the world of training, nutrition and PED protocols. In this episode, Cornelius shares some invaluable wisdom and we dive into some relatively unorthodox approaches to bodybuilding successCHECK 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 the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

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    Ep. 47: Alan Thrall, The Golden Era of Fitness YouTube

    Alan Thrall is the owner of Untamed Strength, a now legendary strongman gym in Sacramento, California. He is also one of the most prominent YouTubers in the fitness genre, with several hundred subscribers and an immensely popular channel and brand. He is a phenomenal coach and personality in the industry. In this episode, we dive into his origins, gym ownership, and his rise to fame on YouTube 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 the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

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    Ep 46: Matt Wenning, Advanced Training and Longevity

    Matt Wenning is a former All Time World Record holding powerlifter and one of the most accomplished strength athletes of our time. He has also been a staple in the world of strength training as one of the top coaches and intellectuals. With multiple degrees in biomechanics and sports science and thousands of athletes under his coaching tree, Matt drops some incredible knowledge on training and how to stay in the game for decades in this episode  @mattwenning2164 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 the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

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    Ep. 45: Evan Singleton, The Strongest Man on Earth

    Evan Singleton, AKA The T-Rex is currently sitting on top of the sport of Strongman after winning the Strongest Man on Earth competition. He is a former WWE wrestler who brings an incredible level of showmanship to strongman, and is now one of the most dominant strongman competitors in the world. In this episode, we dive into his big win, his prep for the competition, working with a new coach, and moreCHECK 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 the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition content

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    Ep. 44: Paul Oneid, Building a Coaching Business

    Paul Oneid runs a highly successful online coaching business in the fitness industry. He is the founder of Master Athletic Performance where he has a team of coaches working with an array of clients for bodybuilding, health and fitness related goals. He is also the founder of Coaches Corner University through which he mentors other coaches and business owners. Paul is a brilliant mind when it comes to building and running a successful business, marketing, client acquisition, client retention, business models, and coaching. We dive into all these topics and Paul drops some knowledge bombs. Anyone in business or coaching, particularly in the fitness industry, this is a good one for you. But these insights hold deep value for any business in any industryStay 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/jointeamhammerandchiselSubscribe to the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition contentVisit my website for programs, ebooks, and my coaching serviceshttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/Check out my 12 week Powerbuilding program on train heroic https://trainheroic.co/12weekpowerbuildingprogram For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.com

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    Ep. 43: Chad Wesley Smith, the art of strength programming

    Chad Wesley Smith is a world renowned strength coach for powerlifters, throwers, Olympic lifters and team sport athletes. He is one of the best minds in the industry when it comes to training program design, and a former elite thrower and lifter himself. In this episode, we dive into the X's and O's of programmingStay 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/jointeamhammerandchiselSubscribe to the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition contentVisit my website for programs, ebooks, and my coaching serviceshttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/Check out my 12 week Powerbuilding program on train heroic https://trainheroic.co/12weekpowerbuildingprogram For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.com

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    Ep. 42: Josh Spurgeon, ROOKIE Strongman on the big stage

    Josh Spurgeon is an up and coming rising star in the sport of strongman, making his debut on the big pro stage at the upcoming Strongest Man on Earth Competition. He is also one of my nutrition clients and an absolute monster of strength!Stay 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/jointeamhammerandchiselSubscribe to the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition contentVisit my website for programs, ebooks, and my coaching serviceshttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/Check out my 12 week Powerbuilding program on train heroic https://trainheroic.co/12weekpowerbuildingprogram For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.com

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    Ep. 41: Wes Derwinsky, Elite Canadian Strongman

    Wes Derwinsky is an elite pro strongman from Canada who has made multiple Worlds Strongest Man appearances, and is now in prep for the Strongest Man on Earth competition. Enjoy this 3rd installation of the "Strongest Man on Earth Series" as I interview these top competitors leading into the big competition coming up in August!Stay 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/jointeamhammerandchiselSubscribe to the channel and follow me on IG for daily training and nutrition contentVisit my website for programs, ebooks, and my coaching serviceshttps://hammerchiselperformance.com/Check out my 12 week Powerbuilding program on train heroic https://trainheroic.co/12weekpowerbuildingprogram For the best supplements on the market, use code HECK at checkout at Troponin Supplements https://troponinsupplements.com

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My name is Jon Heck, and I am a strength and conditioning coach and nutritionist. I am a former strength coach from Division-1 college football and the NFL. I now ruin my coaching business Hammer and Chisel Performance full time, working with all walks of life on nutrition and training. With a background in powerlifting, bodybuilding, strongman, football and coaching in different fields, I will be bringing on a wide variety of guest from all of these realms of the world of performance and the fitness industry to talk all things coaching, nutrition, training, business, and more.

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