The Garage Gym Experiment Podcast

By Garage Gym Experiment

Diving DEEP into the garage gym life.... more

· Health & Fitness

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The Garage Gym Experiment Podcast episodes:

October 01, 2024Adam's Home Gym Tour, Home Gym Setup Rules, Trust Levels, Tornado Pivot Arms, Medusa, MORE
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Episode Outline
(0:25) Home Gym Setup Rules

(9:20) HomeGymCon Update

(12:31) Tornado Pivot Arms

(15:15) Medusa Bar from Titan

(16:35) Survey Results

(22:57) Adam's Home Gym Tour
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38min
September 11, 2024Home Gym Builds for 200 SQ FT and a $10k Budget, New Products, Which Rower/Air Bike are You Getting?
Episode Outline
(0:39) $10k and 200 Square Feet Builds

(13:35) HGC Update

(16:48) New Products

(20:42) Survey Results
...more
27min
September 04, 2024From Flipping Gym Equipment to Founding Gym Bro and Mayhem Fitness with James Rodriguez
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Episode Outline
(0:00) Introduction and Background

(1:55) Starting as a Home Gym Owner

(9:11) Flipping Equipment and Launching Mayhem Strength

(18:54) Building the Mayhem Strength Brand

(28:21) Evolution of Jim Bros and Mayhem Strength

(42:46) James' Journey and the Importance of Education

(43:26) The Growth of Mayhem Strength and Gym Bro Fitness

(47:20) Challenges and Successes in the Fitness Industry

(49:46) The Importance of Design and Innovation

(50:32) Future Plans for Mayhem Strength and Gym Bro Fitness

(1:08:02) James' Experience at HomeGymCon

(1:12:31) Building the Best Gym Equipment Company: Mayhem Strength's Vision

(1:13:23) Becoming the Go-To Resource: Gym Bro Fitness' Mission

(1:16:14) Transparency, Honesty, and Value: Core Principles for Success

(1:17:24) Customization, Education, and High-Quality Manufacturing: Keys to Success in the Fitness Industry

(1:19:23) Long-Term Growth and Impact: Mayhem Strength and Gym Bro Fitness' Commitment
Takeaways
James Rodriguez started his gym equipment business by buying a home gym package and refurbishing old equipment.

He then started flipping equipment and eventually launched his own brand, Mayhem Strength.

Initially, he was part-time in the business while still in the military, but after leaving the military, he dedicated more time to the business.

Mayhem Strength aims to be a disruptor in the gym equipment industry by offering innovative and unique products. Mayhem Strength aims to be one of the best gym equipment companies in the world through innovative design, high-quality manufacturing, and excellent customer service.

Gym Bro Fitness plans to be a comprehensive resource for commercial gym equipment, providing education and comparisons of different brands and products.

Transparency, honesty, and providing value to customers are key principles for both companies.

James Rodriguez emphasizes the importance of customization options, education, and high-quality manufacturing in the fitness industry.

Mayhem Strength and Gym Bro Fitness are committed to long-term growth and making a positive impact in the fitness industry.
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1h 26min
August 28, 2024Rogue Echo Rower First Impressions, New from Kabuki/Freak Athlete/Aviron, Impressed with Rogue in 2025?
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Episode Outline
(0:00) Introduction

(0:50) First Impressions of the Rogue Echo Rower

(8:58) HomeGymCon Update

(11:24) New Products: Aviron Fit Bike

(12:53) New Products: Freak Athlete Hyper Pro

(17:14) New Products: Kabuki Transformer X-Bar

(20:22) Home Gym Tech Survey Results

(25:30) Opinions on Rogue's New Product Releases in 2024
...more
29min
August 26, 20241 on 1 with HAVAK Founder
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Description
In this conversation, Derek from HAVAK discusses his journey in the fitness industry and the evolution of HAVAK over the past decade. He shares how his passion for weightlifting and comic books inspired him to design his own exercise equipment. Derek also talks about the HAVAK Mass, a versatile trap bar that offers multiple loading positions and handles, and the importance of purpose-driven training. He emphasizes the need for authenticity and supporting original creators in the fitness community. In this conversation, Derak and Jake discuss the challenges and ethics of the fitness industry, particularly in relation to product design and intellectual property. They highlight the importance of giving credit where it's due and the negative impact of copying and stealing ideas. They also discuss the need for collaboration and support within the industry, as well as the challenges faced by small businesses and the importance of customer relationships. The conversation touches on the movie industry and the lessons that can be learned from films.
Outline
(0:00)HAVAK Intro

(9:16) The HAVAK Mass and Bridging the Gap

(19:04) Gimmicks and Trends in the Fitness Industry

(26:42)The Importance of Purpose and Supporting Creators

(30:15) The Challenges of Innovation and the Home Gym Community

(37:36) The Impact of Actions and Treating Others with Respect

(40:27) Challenges and Ethics in the Fitness Industry

(41:17) The Impact of Consumer Choices on Small Businesses

(45:58) The Future of the Fitness Industry

(46:58) Aligning Personal Values with Business Decisions

(1:04:51) Movie Recommendations for Entertainment and Inspiration
...more
1h 15min
August 23, 2024Rogue Rower, Favorite 5 under $100, Bells of Steel Pumping New Products, and With Cost in Mind....
Episode Outline
(0:30) Favorite 5 for Home Gym under $100

(6:53) HomeGymCon Update

(9:40) Rogue Rower

(14:04) Other New Products

(22:49) With cost in mind where are you buying a home gym?
...more
30min
August 19, 20242 on 1 with GymPin - Origin Story, Worldwide Analysis, Social Media, Dealing with Copycats, More
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Episode Outline
(0:00) Introduction and Background

(8:24) The Origin of GymPin and the Market for Weight Additions

(15:32) Expanding the Product Line Based on Customer Feedback

(25:18) Shipping Worldwide and Home Gym Scenes in Germany and the Middle East

(27:36) The Difference Between UK and US Home Gyms: Space Constraints

(29:18) Positive Collaborations and Partnerships

(31:02) Establishing Manufacturing Hubs

(32:54) Shipping to the US(35:54) The Role of Social Media

(37:27) Future Plans for GymPin

(41:01) Jake's Journey and Future Plans

(44:03) Introducing the 'In Between Sets' Podcast
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53min
August 07, 2024Product Upgrades, Top Strength Company in 5 years, PRx Visit Takeaways, New Products, + MORE
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Episode Outline
(1:07) 5 Products I've Upgraded to and Will Never Go Back

(6:37) HomeGymCon Update

(8:34) Who will be the most equipment supplier for home gym strength in 5 years?

(12:17) PRx Visit Takeaways

(21:01) New products from Rogue, Force USA, REP, and PRx
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26min
August 01, 2024 JAMMERGATE RoundTable with PRx Founders/President, Kaizen, and Vendetta
PRx Founders and current President sit down with Kyle from Kaizen DIY Gym and Britton from Vendetta Strength & Athletics to discuss the Halo Arms fiasco. Take a listen and please let us know what you think!
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52min
July 29, 2024The Garage Gym Games - Meeting #1
Summary
The conversation revolves around the planning and development of the Garage Gym Games, a hybrid competition for the home gym community. The participants discuss the event's goals, format, and potential challenges. They explore ideas such as video submissions, follower counts, and building a festival-like experience. The conversation also touches on the importance of differentiating the Garage Gym Games from other strength sports competitions. The conversation revolves around the planning and organization of the Garage Gym Games. The participants discuss various aspects, such as using clickbait to drive traffic, the importance of showcasing a diverse group of competitors, the need for a well-rounded competition, and the inclusion of running as a barrier to entry. They also touch on the idea of mystery events, the importance of keeping the competition low-skill and practical, and the potential for future growth and sponsorship opportunities. The conversation concludes with discussions on drug testing, the inclusion of non-garage gym owners, and the next steps for finalizing the competition details.
Outline
(0:00 Introduction and Background

(11:50) Goals and Purpose of the Garage Gym Games

(23:09) Differentiating the Garage Gym Games from Other Competitions

(26:51) Building Athlete Character and Community Engagement

(28:12) Involving the Community in Athlete Selection

(29:04) Conclusion and Next Steps

(30:01) Showcasing Competitors' Strengths and Weaknesses

(34:05) Creating a Well-Rounded Competition(35:22) Including Running as a Barrier of Entry

(36:03) Keeping the Competition Low-Skill and Practical

(46:39) Exploring Drug Testing and Inclusion of Non-Garage Gym Owners

(59:35) Future Growth and Sponsorship Opportunities
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1h

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