Home Gym History

By Presented by Garage Gym Experiment

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The podcast currently has 55 episodes available.

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May 15, 2025 #55 Alejandro Medina, Olympic Weightlifter and Gym Owner
Weightlifter, Alejandro Medina, has been a member of Team USA eight times. He is the 2023 Pan Am Champion, 2022 National Champion, and 2x American Open Champion. He is co-owner of 3 White Lights Gym in Florida where he trains. Alejandro tells Rob about his weightlifting career and explains the ins and outs of pursuing his Olympic dream. They also talk a lot about barbells. Alejandro on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/medina_island
White Lights Gym: https://www.instagram.com/3_whitelights/
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1h 12min
April 25, 2025 #54 Behind the Scenes with Prime Fitness: History, Innovation, and Community
Use code Vintage to save: https://primefitness.com/vintage

In this episode of Home Gym History, Rob from Vintage Weights PGH sits down with Jared Griffin from Prime Fitness USA. They discuss Prime Fitness's journey from a small family business to a renowned name in gym equipment manufacturing. Jared delves into unique features of their products, including the smart cam and torque arm technology, and shares insights on their development process, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation also covers future innovations, product improvements based on customer feedback, and the significance of their vibrant green color scheme. Additionally, they explore the backstory of their collaboration with Coach Cassim and upcoming products to look forward to at HomeGymCon.
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37min
April 21, 2025 #53 Weight It Out Tour and Interview | History of Weight Plates
Links
Use code Vintage to save on HomeGymCon Tickets: homegymcon.comWeight it Out Website: https://bit.ly/3VP3RTv
Follow Rob on IG: https://www.instagram.com/vintageweightspgh/
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1h 1min
April 05, 2025 #52 How Luke Raymond Began His Business, Arm Assassin Strength Shop | Grip Strength, More
Links
Use code Vintage to save on HomeGymCon Tickets: homegymcon.com
Save 5% at Arm Assassin Strength Shop with code vintage: https://www.armassassinstrengthshop.com/
Find Arm Assassin Strength Shop on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/armassassinstrengthshop?igsh=czBuNmdpZW9obWUz
👀 $2,500 plus Prizes 🤯 The HomeGymCon Grip Strength Championship is June 27, 2025 ➡️ https://ironpodium.com/browse/event/home-gym-con-grip-championship?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYDRdlT7qx1w37vBJ0-dVjiCu2qzcAjYcESeETACaV4CjoEw7IJGiO4loE_aem_t0TKTeitqN5xHFv43Sx4YA
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1h 4min
October 03, 2024#51 John “The Viking” Mouser: Old Time Strongman, Pro Wrestling, and America’s Got Talent
Episode Description
In this engaging episode of Home Gym History, Rob from Vintage Weights PGH sits with John Mauser, also known as Viking John. John shares his passion for old-time strongman feats and his journey as a coach and performer. Listeners get insights into his unique powerlifting techniques, arm wrestling pursuits, and entertaining feats like bending steel and ripping cards. The episode also touches upon John's Amazon publication, 'Forgotten Strength 101', his social media presence, and his experience auditioning for America's Got Talent. An exploration of John's methods emphasizes both strength training and engaging audience performances, encouraging viewers to subscribe for more unique strength content.

Episode Outline
(0:00) Welcome to Home Gym History

(0:24) John Mouser's Training Regimen

(1:39) The Challenges of Arm Wrestling

(3:03) Balancing Grip Training and Arm Wrestling

(6:29) Journey into Pro Wrestling

(12:42) Transition to Strongman Competitions

(16:06) Discovering Old Time Strongman Feats

(28:59) Planning and Performing Strength Exhibitions

(34:19) The Mindset of a Performer

(35:35) Grand Finale: America's Got Talent

(38:15) Relatable Visuals in Strongman Acts

(41:09) Learning from the Best(50:51) Coaching Journey and COVID Adaptations

(59:10) America's Got Talent Experience

(1:06:19) Final Thoughts and Plugs

Links
John Mouser’s Book, Forgotten Strength 101

John on Instagram
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1h 8min
August 22, 2024#50 Indiana Stones, the Man Uncovering the History of Irish Stone Lifting
Links
Use code Vintage to save on HGC Tix: https://garage-gym-experiment.myshopify.com/products/2025-homegymconFollow - @vintageweightspgh Indiana Stones on IG: https://www.instagram.com/_indiana_stones_/

Episode Outline
(0:00) Introduction: David Keohan's Mission to Find and Lift Ancient Stones

(4:42) Exploring Stones with Fascinating Stories

(15:07) The Scalp Stone: Uncovering Ancient Celtic Traditions

(20:32) Preserving Irish Culture Through Oral History and Stones

(23:51) The Wind Under It: Unearthing an Irish Culture - David Keohan's Book

(26:30) Training with Kettlebells and the Transition to Stone Lifting

(33:58) Reviving Ancient Traditions: Stone Lifting

(38:20) Preserving Heritage: Impact of David Keohan's Work

(46:04) Upcoming Projects: Documentary and Book on Stone Lifting

Summary
David Keohan, also known as Indiana Stones, embarked on a mission to find and lift forgotten and lost lifting stones in Ireland. His journey began during the COVID-19 lockdowns when he couldn't access his usual gym equipment. He started lifting stones in his backyard and fell in love with the functionality and physicality of it. Through research and exploration, David discovered various lifting stones in Ireland, each with its own historical and mythological significance. He has documented his adventures in a book titled 'The Wind Under It: Unearthing an Irish Culture.' David also incorporates kettlebell training into his fitness routine. David Keohan shares his journey in kettlebell sport and stone lifting, highlighting his achievements and the challenges he faced. He started kettlebell sport at the age of 35 and quickly became successful, winning competitions and setting world records. He then transitioned to stone lifting, rediscovering the ancient tradition of lifting natural stones in Ireland. David's passion for preserving and reviving this cultural practice has gained attention and recognition, leading to opportunities such as a TED talk, a book, and a documentary. He emphasizes the importance of the stones' stories and the connection to Irish and Scottish culture. David's journey is a testament to the power of passion and the ability to turn things around at any age.

Takeaways
David Keohan's mission to find and lift forgotten and lost lifting stones in Ireland began during the COVID-19 lockdowns when he couldn't access his usual gym equipment.

He discovered the functionality and physicality of stone lifting and fell in love with it.

Through research and exploration, David found various lifting stones in Ireland, each with its own historical and mythological significance.

He has documented his adventures in a book titled 'The Wind Under It: Unearthing an Irish Culture.'

David also incorporates kettlebell training into his fitness routine. Passion and dedication can lead to success in sports and cultural practices.

Rediscovering and preserving ancient traditions can bring a sense of pride and cultural revival.

Setting goals and continuously improving can lead to personal growth and achievement.

Age should not be a barrier to pursuing new challenges and achieving greatness.
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49min
July 25, 2024#49 Ryan J Pitts, Stronger Grip, the History of Old Time Carnival Games and Strongman Feats of Strength
Summary
Rob and Ryan J. Pitts discuss the history and products of Stronger Grip. The conversation delves into Ryan's inspiration for his unique fitness equipment, which draws from strongman, carnival games, and horror themes. They emphasize the importance of functional movements and grip training, and Ryan shares his journey in the fitness industry. The conversation highlights Ryan's passion for creating innovative products and building relationships within the fitness community.
Outline
(0:00) Introduction and Overview

(3:04) The History and Offerings of Ryan J. Pitts Presents and Stronger Grip

(11:59) The Intersection of Historical Strongman and Carnival Games in Ryan's Products

(23:00) The Creative Process and Motivation Behind Ryan's Products

(29:51) Improving Grip Strength and Functional Fitness with Ryan's Products

(31:50) The Fun and Interactive Nature of Ryan's Products

(49:37) Feats of Strength and Personal Achievements(51:58) Collaborating for Success

(56:26) Focusing on Personal Growth

(01:01:14) Engaging Customers through the Creation Process
Links
Use code Vintage to save on HGC Tix

Follow @vintageweightspgh

StongerGrip Website
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1h 3min
July 10, 2024#48 Brandon Fougnies of Strict Vision Athletics: From NFL Strength Trainer to Superhero Gym
Links
Use code vintage to save on ⁠2025 HGC tickets

Follow Rob on IG

Strict Vision Website

Strict Vision IG
Overview
In this conversation, Rob interviews Brandon Fougnies, the owner of Strict Vision Athletics, a gym with a superhero theme. They discuss Brandon's personal strength history, the origin of the superhero theme in his gym, and the difference between public gyms and private studios. Brandon emphasizes the importance of finding a coach who is invested in their business and committed to producing results. They also touch on the connection between superheroes and real-life athletes, highlighting the role of genetics and the dedication required to excel in sports. Brandon Fougnies discusses the importance of internal motivation and doing things for oneself rather than seeking validation from others. He also talks about the challenges he faced when transitioning from working with elite athletes to the general public and becoming a gym owner. Collaboration and the power of partnerships are highlighted as key factors in his success, particularly in terms of marketing and content creation. Fougnies emphasizes the value of diverse revenue streams and the benefits of being a media company. He shares his long-term goals, including partnering with Marvel and training high-profile clients for free. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the importance of consistency in training and the availability of free resources like YouTube for learning new movements.
Chapters
(0:00) Introduction and Background

(3:55) Branding and Unique Tone(9:16) Working with NFL Athletes

(13:46) Public Gyms vs. Private Studios

(23:13) The Power of Internal Motivation

(24:38) Challenges of Transitioning to a Gym Owner

(26:20) The Importance of Collaboration

(27:23) Utilizing Social Media Marketing

(31:21) Long-Term Goals: Partnerships and Training

(35:21)The Value of Consistency and Learning
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41min
June 26, 2024#47 The History and Future of Mayhem Strength and Gym Bro Fitness
Links
Use code Vintage to save on 2025 HGC Tix

Use code vintage to save from Mayhem Strength

Episode Outline
(0:00) The History of Jimbrows and Mayhem Strength

(8:53) The Manufacturing Process and Quality Control

(13:28) Challenges of Running a Business and Transitioning from the Military

(23:27) The Impact of COVID-19 and the Importance of Social Media
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25min
June 12, 2024#31 Jake from Le Master Barbell: Weight Plate Design & the History of Zuver's Gym
Episode Outline
(1:00) Jake Le Master Intro

(10:24) Zuver's Introduction

(27:22) Creating the Le Master Plates

(33:55) "The first finished model" & "The actual finished model"

(40:52) Improving upon V1

(52:09) Other projects in the works

(58:22) Discussion with the Zuver family

(60:57) Growth of vintage weights & conversation about new vintage lookalikes being produced.

Links
Le Master website

Le Master IG
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1h 11min

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