The Hammer Cast

I'm joined once again on this episode by the great strength coach and track and field maestro Dan John.  Here's what to get giddy about in this episode:  Dan John discusses his new book "The Armor Building Formula" and how it takes a practical approach to muscle building The importance of having goals and working backwards to achieve them Agreeing points between different experts in the fitness field and focusing training around those Integrating mobility work, loaded carries, and other fundamentals into a strength-focused program Balancing training volume with recovery to ensure long-term consistency Relating fitness goals to personal values to stay motivated over the long run Check Dan out online at: https://danjohnuniversity.com  And check out the Armor Building Formula here: https://danjohnuniversity.com/bookstore  Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝐾𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑜𝑑𝑦𝑤𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒 might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you'll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it's designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training - so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals. Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! - Aleks Salkin

I'm joined on this episode by Dr. William Moore - an SFG II and medical doctor who dishes on his simple, effective insights for life-long strength and health.  In this episode we discuss:  Bill's background in swimming, triathlons, and late discovery of kettlebell training Bill's preparation for his StrongFirst level 1 and level 2 kettlebell certifications Differences in recovery capacity as we age and how to approach training accordingly Emphasis on proper technique, consistency, listening to your body, and gradual progression Unilateral exercises and mobility work to address asymmetries and injury prevention Examples of effective programs like Simple and Sinister, The Armor Building Complex, and The GAPP Encouraging patients/clients to find enjoyable ways to move and stay active long-term Much, much more (or should I say, much much MOORE. Get it?) Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝐾𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑜𝑑𝑦𝑤𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒 might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you'll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it's designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training - so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals. Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! - Aleks Salkin

I'm joined on this episode by city slicker turned farm girl Jenny Hendricks, who shares her incredible journey from being sickly, weak, and on the path to Death's Door, only to discover the power of eating as nature intended, which not only healed her various illnesses, but has also allowed her to make her life's mission helping others with seemingly undiagnosable ailments.  In this episode we also talk about: * Jenny's brush with near death, including hair loss, rapid and unexplained weight loss, and how doctors couldn't tell her what was wrong with her. * Her journey into (and out of) veganism as a way of restoring her health * "You are not just what you eat, you are whatever you EAT eats!" How animal protein quality as well as fruit and vegetable quality can potentially wreak havoc on your hormones - whether you're a man or a woman. * The woman who was infertile for many years - until she improved her food quality and (in her early 40s) finally gave birth to a healthy baby boy! * How Jenny uses kettlebells to stay strong, limber, and lean for her long and arduous days working on her farm * Much, much more Check Jenny out online at www.hendricksfarmmcbeanga.com  Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝐾𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑜𝑑𝑦𝑤𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒 might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you'll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it's designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training - so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals. Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! - Aleks Salkin

I'm joined on this splendiferous episode by none other than Mark Rosenberg, who has made a name for himself with his unconventional yet highly effective approach to lifting for freakish levels of strength. In this episode we discuss: Unconventional lifting techniques and their effectiveness for strength and entertainment Deadlifting records and techniques, including working with various equipment and stances Injury prevention in weightlifting through proper form, listening to your body, and varying lifts Unconventional training methods for achieving fitness goals through variety and tailoring workouts Training with different implements like barbells, dumbbells, machines to build a strong foundation Dealing with injuries through not catastrophizing, distinguishing pain from discomfort, and continued training Strength training benefits for injury prevention in martial arts due to stronger connective tissues The role of social media and negativity, as well as providing free training resources online Check Mark out online at   / deadliestlift   Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝐾𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑜𝑑𝑦𝑤𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒 might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you'll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it's designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training - so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals. Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! - Aleks Salkin

I'm joined on this episode by none other than Diego Reyes - a gut health specialist aiming to help Americans turn the tide on one of the "secret" afflictions that beguiles many, and often goes undetected, untreated, and unsolved. Listen in as we discuss one of the most important battlefields on the frontlines of human health! And be sure to check him out online at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diegoreyeshealth/ Website: https://www.completevitalitylife.com/   YouTube: https://youtube.com/@diegoreyes04?si=ru1OFU2Y1LbXOLU6  Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝐾𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑜𝑑𝑦𝑤𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒 might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you'll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it's designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training - so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals. Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! - Aleks Salkin

Riddle me this, friendo: How is it that old school strongmen in the 1800s and early 1900s managed to set a wide array of strength records that still stand TO THIS DAY - despite: Shorter lifespans More life-threatening diseases Inadequate medical treatment More expensive and often lower-quality food And a litany of other seemingly insurmountable obstacles in their path?  The answer: they had a method.  I reveal this method in part on this short but riveting episode. Tune in, chill out, and enjoy.  Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝐾𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑜𝑑𝑦𝑤𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒 might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you'll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it's designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training - so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals.  Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! - Aleks Salkin

I'm joined on this episode by athletic coach and fitness revolutionary Dave Daglow. In this episode we talk all about Dave's back story - from up-and-coming athlete to severely injured and in desperate need of figuring out how to put himself back together again. From this humble beginning, he came to a series of startling realizations about his own body, that of other athletes, and the entire notion of exercise as we think about it - and from there he set out to get people back in touch with their TRUE athletic nature, one mover at a time. Check Dave out at https://dag.org Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝐾𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑜𝑑𝑦𝑤𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒 might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you'll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it's designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training - so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals. Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! - Aleks Salkin

I'm joined on this epic episode (epic-sode?) by none other than Master SFG and fellow bodyweight fanatic Karen Smith. In this episode we dive deep into a smorgasbord of spectacular stuff, including: her origin story and what got her into kettlebell training the fateful phone call she got from Pavel that inspired her to take on the challenge of nailing her first one-arm pushup the past, present, and future of the StrongFirst Bodyweight certification much, much more Check out Karen Smith online at www.coachkarensmith.com  And if you're down unda in Australia and want to attend any of her upcoming workshops there (as of June of 2024), check the links here and find the event nearest you: Brisbane: https://www.qldkettlebells.com.au/workshops/karensmithbrisbane Sydney: https://events.humanitix.com/karensmithpenrith  Melbourne: https://karensmithmelbourne.mystrikingly.com  And don't forget to follow her on Instagram: @_coach_karen_  Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝐾𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑜𝑑𝑦𝑤𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒 might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you'll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it's designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training - so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals.  Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! - Aleks Salkin  

I'm joined on this episode by my pal and yours, Pat Flynn. We decided to do this episode based on a very good question I got from an email subscriber, asking how Pat and I were able to work so well together despite our vastly different approaches to fitness.  Tune in for our stimulating, titilating, and riveting answer.  And be sure to follow Pat online at: https://www.chroniclesofstrength.com https://www.youtube.com/@KettlebellQuickies  https://hardstylekettlebells.clickfunnels.com/racked-and-loaded-2019  Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝐾𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑜𝑑𝑦𝑤𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒 might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you'll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it's designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training - so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals.  Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! - Aleks Salkin

I'm joined on this episode by old school strength and physical culture enthusiast Brooks Kubik of Dinosaur Training.  Join us as we dive deep into the world of physical culture as it was before the days of widespread access to quality training information, insights on how the old schoolers trained, and how Brooks overcame crippling asthma and other physical maladies to become one of the greatest minds in strength of the 20th century.  Check him out online at https://www.dinosaurtraining.com  Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝐾𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑏𝑒𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝐵𝑜𝑑𝑦𝑤𝑒𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑒 might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you'll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it's designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training - so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals.  Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! - Aleks Salkin