MTNTOUGH Podcast w/ Dustin Diefenderfer

🎉 LAUNCH GIVEAWAY ALERT! Details below...To celebrate our new channel, we’re giving away a YETI 65 cooler, an MTNTOUGH merchandise package, and a free yearly MTNTOUGH+ membership!🚨 Welcome to the NEW MTNTOUGH Podcast YouTube Channel! 🚨 Join host Dustin Diefenderfer for hard-hitting conversations on physical fitness, mental toughness, and backcountry adventures. From elite hunters to Navy SEALs, we bring you the stories and strategies to help you conquer any challenge. 💪How to Enter:1. Like this video2. Subscribe to the NEW channel (https://www.youtube.com/@MTNTOUGHPodcast)3. Leave a comment belowDon’t miss your chance to win! Giveaway ends Friday, May 2nd. Subscribe now and join the MTNTOUGH community for weekly episodes packed with grit and inspiration. 🏔️ #MTNTOUGH #Podcast #GiveawayTerms and conditions apply. Winners will be contacted via YouTube comment reply and email.----🔫 AmmoSquared is America’s Ammunition Reserve! Get 75 rounds of 9mm—completely FREE when you sign up: https://bit.ly/MtnTough🥩 MEAT! Your Maker, Use link: https://www.meatyourmaker.com/?avad=4...💊 Get 20% off MTNTOPS Supplements, Use Code "MTNTOUGH" Here at checkout: https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/LXkPEo🔊Get a Free Hat with Code TOUGH when you purchase a Gen 2 Turtle Box Speaker: https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/t...🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/What is MTNTOUGH Fitness?MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

On this episode of the MTNTOUGH Podcast, Dustin sits down with Jim Burgen, Lead Pastor of Flatirons Community Church in Colorado. Jim shares insights from his leadership experience, the challenges of guiding a large church, and how he helps men reset through Moss Rock Ranch, a retreat space designed for leaders to recharge.Jim opens up about the importance of taking time to pause and rest, and how men can take ownership of their spiritual, mental, and emotional health through events like Herd 90, his version of the 75 Hard program.Follow Jim on Instagram @jimburgen and visit jimburgen.com for more details.Make sure to subscribe to The MTNTOUGH Podcast, and subscribe to our YouTube channel @mtntoughfitness.Presented by Sig Sauer.----💥 Ammo Squared. AmmoSquared is America’s Ammunition Reserve! Get 75 rounds of 9mm—completely FREE when you sign up: https://bit.ly/MtnTough🥩 MEAT! Your Maker, Use link: https://www.meatyourmaker.com/?avad=409605_c4006fed1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=avantlink&utm_campaign=352181&utm_term=NA&utm_content=409605-cl-Custom+Link💊 Get 20% off MTNTOPS Supplements, Use Code "MTNTOUGH" Here at checkout: https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/LXkPEo🔊Get a Free Hat with Code TOUGH when you purchase a Gen 2 Turtle Box Speaker: https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/What is MTNTOUGH Fitness?MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

In this episode of the MTNTOUGH podcast, Dustin sits down with TJ Dillashaw and talks about his transition from MMA fighting to entrepreneurship, highlighting his retirement in October 2022 due to severe shoulder injuries requiring a replacement. He shares his journey with stem cell treatments, particularly from Colombia, which helped manage his injuries and improve his health. Dillashaw founded Wild Society Nutrition, focusing on high-protein, clean products, and functional drinks. He emphasizes the importance of mental toughness in both sports and entrepreneurship, noting the stress of business as more challenging than fighting. Dillashaw also discusses his passion for archery hunting and adapting to shoot left-handed due to his shoulder injury.Follow along with TJ on Instagram at @tjdillashawPresented by Sig Sauer.----💥AmmoSquared is America’s Ammunition Reserve! Get 75 rounds of 9mm—completely FREE when you sign up: bit.ly/MtnTough🥩 MEAT! Your Maker, Use link: https://www.meatyourmaker.com/?avad=409605_c4006fed1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=avantlink&utm_campaign=352181&utm_term=NA&utm_content=409605-cl-Custom+Link💊 Get 20% off MTNTOPS Supplements, Use Code "MTNTOUGH" Here at checkout: https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/LXkPEo🔊Get a Free Hat with Code TOUGH when you purchase a Gen 2 Turtle Box Speaker: https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/What is MTNTOUGH Fitness?MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Join Levi Lusko, a best-selling author and pastor known for his impactful books, as he dives into fitness, mental resilience, and navigating life's seasons. He candidly discusses identity shifts during midlife, the importance of redefining self-worth, and finding divine purpose in life. Levi shares personal stories about embracing grief, developing resilience, and maintaining mental toughness through challenges. He also emphasizes the role of nutrition in performance and the transformative power of faith in overcoming hardships.

Lyle Hebel, the new president of MTNTOUGH and a passionate advocate for fitness and hunting, joins Dustin for an insightful chat. They dive into the hunter-athlete mindset, emphasizing that personal preparation often trumps gear quality. The duo shares humorous pet anecdotes and reflects on their friendship, while also discussing how precision shooting boosts confidence and skill in real scenarios. Plus, they explore the exciting developments in archery courses and the growing MTNTOUGH community.

From competitive Latin ballroom dancer to one of the most recognized women in the hunting world, Eva Shockey’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Eva shares how she transitioned from dance to the outdoors, the mental toughness she’s built through hunting, and what it meant to break barriers as the second woman ever on the cover of *Field & Stream*. She opens up about handling high-pressure moments, pushing through exhaustion, and training for the toughest hunts. Plus, Eva discusses the future of women in the hunting industry and how she’s passing on a love for the outdoors to the next generation.Follow Guest on Instagram @evashocky and visit Website to learn more.Presented by Sig Sauer.----🔫 AmmoSquared is America’s Ammunition Reserve! Get 75 rounds of 9mm—completely FREE when you sign up: https://bit.ly/MtnTough🥩 MEAT! Your Maker, Use link: https://www.meatyourmaker.com/?avad=409605_c4006fed1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=avantlink&utm_campaign=352181&utm_term=NA&utm_content=409605-cl-Custom+Link💊 Get 20% off MTNTOPS Supplements, Use Code "MTNTOUGH" Here at checkout: https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/LXkPEo🔊Get a Free Hat with Code TOUGH when you purchase a Gen 2 Turtle Box Speaker: https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/What is MTNTOUGH Fitness?MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

On this episode of the MTNTOUGH Podcast, Dustin sits down with John Nores, a former California Fish and Wildlife warden, author, and expert in anti-poaching operations. Growing up in rural Santa Clara County, his love for wildlife led him to a career protecting endangered species and combating black-market wildlife trafficking. He shares insights from his books, Hidden War and War in the Woods, detailing the fight against environmental crime. An Ironman Triathlon athlete, John’s dedication to conservation mirrors his endurance in life.Follow John on Instagram @johnnores and visit johnnores.com to learn more.Presented by Sig Sauer.----🧊 Get 20% Off IceBarrel with code “MTNTOUGH” here: https://t.ly/m62rK🥩 MEAT! Your Maker, Use link: https://www.meatyourmaker.com/?avad=409605_c4006fed1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=avantlink&utm_campaign=352181&utm_term=NA&utm_content=409605-cl-Custom+Link💊 Get 20% off MTNTOPS Supplements, Use Code "MTNTOUGH" Here at checkout: https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/LXkPEo🔊Get a Free Hat with Code TOUGH when you purchase a Gen 2 Turtle Box Speaker: https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/What is MTNTOUGH Fitness?MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Nick Jones is a Marine Raider who served in the United States Marine Corps Special Operations Command (MARSOC). With a background in elite military service, he brings a wealth of experience in leadership, resilience, and overcoming personal challenges. After his military career, Nick has become a passionate advocate for mental health, focusing on the importance of camaraderie, therapy, and personal growth. He is committed to helping others through his work with organizations like Talent’s Reach Foundation, where he shares tools for healing and personal development, and continues to inspire others by emphasizing the value of community and support in overcoming adversity.Presented by Sig Sauer.----🧊 Get 20% Off IceBarrel with code “MTNTOUGH” here: https://t.ly/m62rK🥩 MEAT! Your Maker, Use link: https://www.meatyourmaker.com/?avad=409605_c4006fed1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=avantlink&utm_campaign=352181&utm_term=NA&utm_content=409605-cl-Custom+Link💊 Get 20% off MTNTOPS Supplements, Use Code "MTNTOUGH" Here at checkout: https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/LXkPEo🔊Get a Free Hat with Code TOUGH when you purchase a Gen 2 Turtle Box Speaker: https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/What is MTNTOUGH Fitness?MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

On this episode of the MTNTOUGH Podcast, Dustin  sits down with Ryan Manion, CEO of the Travis Manion Foundation, a leading organization dedicated to empowering veterans and families of fallen heroes. As the daughter of a Marine and someone who has faced profound personal loss, Ryan is a fierce advocate for resiliency, service, and honoring the legacy of those who serve. She shares how adversity has shaped her mission, the impact of her foundation’s work, and the mindset required to push forward in the face of hardship. Don’t miss this powerful conversation on leadership, sacrifice, and purpose.Follow Ryan  on Instagram @rmanion and visit  https://ryanmanion.com to learn more.Presented by Sig Sauer.----🧊 Get 20% Off IceBarrel with code “MTNTOUGH” here: https://t.ly/m62rK🥩 MEAT! Your Maker, Use link: https://www.meatyourmaker.com/?avad=409605_c4006fed1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=avantlink&utm_campaign=352181&utm_term=NA&utm_content=409605-cl-Custom+Link💊 Get 20% off MTNTOPS Supplements, Use Code "MTNTOUGH" Here at checkout: https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/LXkPEo🔊Get a Free Hat with Code TOUGH when you purchase a Gen 2 Turtle Box Speaker: https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/What is MTNTOUGH Fitness?MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

Spring Training Camp 2.0 is an 8-week, dynamic fitness program designed to enhance functional strength, endurance, and mobility through a mix of heavy carries, barbell work, kettlebell/dumbbell movements, and shoulder flexibility training, pushing athletes mentally and physically to prepare for backcountry hunting or summer trail running after completing Postseason 2.0.Presented by Sig Sauer.----🧊 Get 20% Off IceBarrel with code “MTNTOUGH” here: https://t.ly/m62rK💊 Get 20% off MTNTOPS Supplements, Use Code "MTNTOUGH" Here at checkout: https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/LXkPEo🔊Get a Free Hat with Code TOUGH when you purchase a Gen 2 Turtle Box Speaker: https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/What is MTNTOUGH Fitness?MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go.Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.