Outline

• 00:00 Introduction to Temple of Gainz
• 02:54 Yoni's Home Gym Journey
• 5:44 The Evolution of Temple of Gainz
• 08:33 Challenges and Triumphs in Business
• 11:45 Customer Experience and Branding
• 14:36 Product Development and Innovation
• 17:32 Timeline of Growth and Sales
• 20:14 Marketing Strategies and Community Engagement
• 22:57 The Impact of Social Media and Reviews
• 26:16 Future Plans and Expansion
• 41:36 Building a Personal Gym and Showroom
• 43:59 Establishing Temple of Gainz' Reputation
• 44:57 Navigating Customer Feedback and Sales
• 49:15 Challenges of Running a Fitness Equipment Business
• 01:11:49 The Launch of the QuadSend Machine
• 01:17:31 Designing the Ultimate Home Gym Machine
• 01:22:05 Prototyping and Manufacturing Insights
• 01:28:38 Kickstarter Launch Strategy
• 01:35:38 Integrating New Technologies in Fitness
• 01:50:16 Future Vision for Temple of Gainz

Learn more about the product at https://www.chiselfit.com/

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In this episode of the Garage Gym Experiment podcast, host Jake Jaworski interviews Joe Ellis, founder of Chisel Fit. Joe shares his extensive background in the fitness industry, detailing his journey from working in retail to innovating fitness equipment. He discusses the development of Chisel Fit, focusing on the unique features of their new rower, which aims to enhance workout efficiency and versatility. Joe emphasizes the importance of consumer education and market positioning for new fitness products, and shares his aspirations for the future of Chisel Fit as a brand known for innovation in the fitness space.________

Outline

• 00:00 Introduction to Joe Ellis and Chisel Fit
• 02:03 Joe's Journey in the Fitness Industry
• 05:36 Innovations in Fitness Equipment Design
• 12:01 The Evolution of Chisel Fit
• 17:52 Product Development and Market Challenges
• 23:39 The Unique Features of the Chisel Rower
• 28:05 Innovative Resistance Mechanisms in Rowing Machines
• 34:44 Versatility and Unique Features of the Rower
• 40:25 Market Positioning and Target Audience
• 43:45 Production Timeline and Future Products
• 53:50 Vision for Chisel Fit's Future

In this episode of the Garage Gym Experiment podcast, host Jake Jaworski interviews Matt Moore, a product manager at Major Fitness. Matt shares his journey from sports and fitness to working in China, where he transitioned from teaching English to a career in mobile gaming and eventually to fitness equipment. He discusses his passion for strongman competitions, the differences between strongman events in China and the US, and how Major Fitness is positioning itself in the home gym market. The conversation delves into the importance of quality over budget, the company's focus on innovation, and the future of weight resistance technology. Matt emphasizes the significance of user experience and the need for home gym equipment to be both functional and appealing to encourage fitness enthusiasts to stay active.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Matt Moore and His Fitness Journey
• 02:42 Transitioning to Strongman Training
• 06:04 Strongman Competitions in China vs. the US
• 08:52 Matt's Competitive Aspirations in Strongman
• 11:53 Joining Major Fitness: Initial Impressions
• 14:39 Product Development and Design Philosophy at Major Fitness
• 17:48 Major Fitness's Position in the Home Gym Market
• 25:31 Building Trust in Home Gym Equipment
• 27:41 Navigating Chinese Manufacturing and Sourcing
• 30:35 Protecting Intellectual Property in Manufacturing
• 32:03 Innovation and Product Development at Major Fitness
• 38:43 The Future of Weight Resistance Technology
• 44:13 Connecting with Customers Through Live Events
• 46:34 Encouraging Home Gym Usage for Health

In this episode of the Garage Gym Experiment podcast, host Jake Jaworski interviews Eric, an orthopedic surgeon and founder of Vast Strength. Eric shares his journey from being a farm kid in Illinois to becoming a surgeon and a home gym enthusiast. He discusses the evolution of his home gym, the challenges he faced during the COVID pandemic, and how he transitioned into creating gym equipment. The conversation also touches on the role of YouTube in promoting his brand and the importance of innovation in the home gym space. Eric's passion for fitness and helping others is evident throughout the discussion, as he shares insights on the intersection of health and home gym equipment.

Subscribe to Knurled News Newsletter: http://bit.ly/3VGa1EJ________________________Get HGC 2026 Tix: https://bit.ly/3IHA23g________________________Chapters00:00 Power Rack Preferences03:06 Folding Rack Preferences and Trends04:01 Rack Styles and Ownership Trends05:04 Interest in All-in-One Trainers08:23 Quick Hits: Rack Features and Preferences12:13 This or That16:08 Choosing Between Equipment: Kratos vs. Belt Squat18:27 Basement vs. Garage Gym: The Ideal Setup20:58 Dumbbell Dilemma: Full Set vs. Adjustable22:28 Home Gym Upgrades: What You Can't Live Without

Outline: 00:00 Morning Workout Routine Changes00:24 Struggles with Early Morning Workouts00:47 Switching to Lunchtime Workouts01:31 Discussion on Coffee and Pre-Workout Nutrition02:50 Home Gym Con 2026 Updates04:02 Survey Results: Buying Gym Equipment from Alibaba05:00 Survey Results: Collecting Barbells vs. Cable Attachments05:45 Survey Results: Popular Barbells and Functional Trainers09:29 Survey Results: Tech in the Home Gym Space15:44 This or That: Home Gym Equipment Choices20:54 Conclusion and Sign-Off

Links

• Bench Blokz Website
• Get HGC Tix
• Knurled News

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Steve Farrell and BenchBlocks
• 02:18 Steve's Background and Military Experience
• 05:06 The Birth of BenchBlocks
• 07:24 Understanding the Product and Its Benefits
• 10:10 Early Years of BenchBlocks
• 12:56 Challenges with Copycats and Market Competition
• 15:44 Personal Growth and ADHD Diagnosis
• 18:29 Future Aspirations and New Products
• 21:08 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect

Links

• Mutant Metals Website: https://mutantmetals.com/
• MM on Rogue: http://bit.ly/4lY54Ss
• Get HGC Tix: https://bit.ly/3IHA23g

Chapters

• 00:00 The Partnership with Rogue
• 03:49 Innovations in the ARC Product Line
• 10:46 The Evolution of Product Development
• 17:55 Challenges of Intellectual Property
• 25:45 Transitioning the Business Model
• 34:39 Future Directions and Collaborations
• 41:18 The Blurring Lines of Competitive Advantage
• 45:09 Navigating the AI Landscape and Personal Challenges
• 48:11 The Complexity of Innovation and Idea Ownership
• 52:03 The Challenges of Intellectual Property in a Competitive Market
• 58:17 The Need for Systemic Change in Idea Protection
• 01:02:59 Building Relationships and Community in the Industry

Chapters00:00 Random Questions

06:22 Survey Results

15:00 6 Potential Home Gym Trends

Links

• Power Bells Website
• HomeGymCon Tix

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Bill Engel and Power Bells
• 12:14 Prototyping and Feedback from HomeGymCon
• 23:13 Improvements and Innovations in Power Bells
• 29:55 Embracing the Free Fall of Faith
• 37:38 Engaging with the Fitness Community
• 45:17 Launching Power Bells and Future Innovations
• 50:13 Advice for Aspiring Inventors