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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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