Elk Hunting, Fitness, & Discipline
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The ElkShape podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in health, fitness, and elk hunting. Hosted by Dan, the show consistently delivers great content that keeps listeners eagerly awaiting the next episode. As a longtime listener and 71-year-old bowhunter, I have found Dan's recommendations to be incredibly valuable in my training. His insights and advice have paid off for me in the mountains each year as I go out slinging arrows. Whether it's his tips on nutrition and fitness or his expertise on elk hunting, I always learn something new from every episode. What sets this podcast apart is not only the hunting-related content but also the business side that resonates with me. Dan does an incredible job asking great questions and providing insightful answers that appeal to a wide range of interests. This variety makes Mondays brighter for me as I look forward to listening to the latest episode.
One of the best aspects of The ElkShape podcast is its informative nature. Dan covers a wide range of topics, including elk hunting, health and fitness, family, and business. This variety ensures that there is something for everyone, regardless of their specific areas of interest. The episodes are filled with actionable advice that can be applied to improve one's skills on the mountain or even in everyday life. Whether you're looking to break down the necessary skills for success while hunting or simply need a reminder that consistent effort is worth it in the long run, Dan's insights will help you get there. His genuine passion for what he does shines through in every episode, making it easy to connect with him and his guests.
As much as I enjoy The ElkShape podcast, there are a few minor drawbacks worth mentioning. Sometimes, certain episodes may not be as relevant or interesting to certain listeners depending on their personal preferences or goals. Additionally, while Dan's interviewing style is engaging and effective at getting information from his guests, some may find it lacking in terms of witty banter or casual conversation. However, these minor issues do not overshadow the overall quality of the podcast.
In conclusion, The ElkShape podcast is a valuable resource for anyone interested in health, fitness, and elk hunting. Dan's expertise and passion make each episode informative, motivating, and enjoyable to listen to. The wide range of topics covered ensures that there is something for everyone, and the actionable advice provided can be applied to improve various areas of life. Despite a few minor drawbacks, this podcast remains a must-listen for those on their hunting journey or anyone seeking inspiration and knowledge to elevate their lives.
Live Q & A!!! Your questions sent in from Instagram... everything from bow tuning, fitness and elk hunting! Separation is in the Preparation Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Jentz & Audrey Painter from Utah join us on the podcast today! We spent an entire weekend setting up Audrey on her first bow and getting it tuned by my pal MFJJ of Spokane Valley Archery. We then took her out to shoot her first every 3D Archery shoot, plus we got in a few workouts. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Today we're going over some FAQ on arrow set-ups, dialing in sight tapes, and of course our plans for spring turkey and bear hunting #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
He's Unemployed on Purpose... // Landon Lovingfoss Today we're chatting with Landon Lovingfoss of Ogden, Utah. I met him about 3 years ago at an ElkShape Camp. He was the winner of the Spirit of ElkShape Camp award based on his humility and effort at camp. Landon is a husband, father and bowhunter. We get to know his story and relive the excitement from a full day of training and shooting! #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
The life of an Idaho Houndsman - Leon Brown of Clark Fork Outfitters goes over his upbringing as the son of a Houndsman. The trials and tribulations of being a north Idaho Outfitter. The adventures and crazy stories of being in the mountains all his life. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Dan & Jeff go over their recent mountain lion hunt - this was not a trophy hunt, this was a predator control / adventure / meat hunt. They go over the adventure and why they hunt mountain lions. Clark Fork Outfitters Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Carter Lewis lost his leg on his first day as a Firefighter when he was only 20 years old. Fast forward 6 years later and he's out crushing mountain hunts out West and having tons of success. We get to know his inspirational story and what keeps him charging hard day after day as a full-time firefighter. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
What can you do to build confidence for the 2024 elk season? Listen along as Dan and Cody Rich break down what builds confidence and what takes away confidence for elk hunting! Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
We are getting to know Sam Rogers on today's pod! Sam and I met at one of my first ElkShape Camps about five years ago and we've stayed in touch ever since. Sam owns Heat Praxia and Symmetry Sauna with a group of his friends, but more importantly, Sam exemplifies what it means to stay in shape year round for elk hunting and as the leader of his family. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
We got our blood work back! My wife Alicia and myself wanted to get a baseline on our blood work, find out any deficiencies and get an overall view of what we could improve. We met with Dr. Kyle Gillett who enjoys providing holistic individualized care to his patients. His practice includes preventative medicine, aesthetics, sports medicine, hormone optimization, obstetrics and infertility, integrative medicine, and precision medicine including genomics. He believes that each human is a unique creation that requires attention to their body, mind, and soul to achieve optimal health. Link to order labs: https://gilletthealth.com/order-lab-panels/
Today we chatting with my pal Mike Herne who is serving our country in the Army and also runs the Born Primitive Instagram page. Mike and I shot TAC together twice last year and we finally get to hear about his crazy OTC Colorado elk adventure from opening day! Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
We are happy to announce our 2024 Elk IMMERSION Experience. Registration goes LIVE 2/1/2024 HERE #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
We are chatting with a fellow bowhunter Daminh Tran about elk hunting in Wyoming, the regulation changes and how to be better prepared to hunt in Grizzly bear country. What side arm we all carry and the drills and skills we're trying to develop in the off-season. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Today we're getting to know Blake Kidder of the Outdoor Group. He's a regional sales rep, target archer, bowhunter and athlete. Blake's in the middle of his elk hunting learning curve and shares insight on the process as well as his fitness journey. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Welcome to a NEW YEAR... the slate is wiped clean. Dan and Jeff go over goal setting and how to choose the correct elk hunting partner. We also dive into the methodology of ElkShape Training. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Today we're answering listener questions on elk hunting tactics, as well as reviewing YT comments about the division in the hunting community. We get to know Josiah's story - he's lost significant weight and plans on losing more in order to hunt his best in 2024. Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Division in the Hunting Community: Can We Unite? We will always have different opinions, but is there a way for the hunting community to identify a few issues we agree on and build a foundation from there? Set aside differences to find a common thread and stand on common ground...Today we are tackling this challenging topic in what we believe is a very respectable conversation in attempt to unite, not divide hunters. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Will Cooper has been elk hunting since 2018 and has struck out each year... He's hunted public land OTC Colorado each season and finally, in the fall of 2023 he punched his 1st elk tag. Join us as we dive into the hunt that took place during Colorado's 2nd rifle season, in the middle of a blizzard, and what it took for him to accomplish his goal. #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Create a perfect sight tape with very little effort... You'll be able to create cut charts for mountain 3D shoots and build sight tapes for elevation of your next hunt. We are talking to Tristan of Precision Cut Archery and going over step-by-step how to use his website. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Finding the BEST broadhead for Elk - Today we are discussing broadheads with John Lusk of Lusk Archery Adventures. John has a really cool backstory which I'm so glad we got into and he has a unique protocol for testing broadheads. John Lusk Instagram Lusk YouTube Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Fixing Your Shoulder Injury with MTN PHYSIO - Today we're podcasting with Jeff Dodds and Preston Ward on the topic of shoulder injuries and bowhunters wounding elk. Both topics are necessary to circumnavigate and we hope to share some best practices we've learned along our journey. #elkshape MTN PHYSIO Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
How to get more prepaid hunting days! Boobs, babes, bosses and an elk's nose are all trying to prevent you from punching your elk tag. Today, we bring on long time listener Andy from Utah to discuss how to conduct your business at home with the MRS and the family to insure your hunting adventures are not a burden on them. There's some great insight and takeaways in today's discussion that will only help you spend more time in the field. #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
"It's taking me almost 20 years to figure out what elk hunting really means to me. It's different things for different people. It even changes depending on the year, the tags, and the people I'm with. One thing I know, I'm beyond thankful for another year to chase elk where they live. It drives me to be better, physically and mentally, it clears my head from the cares of this life, it challenges me, it's a personal game and not a competition, and I always come home thankful for the memories. For me it will always be a connection to my little brother we lost to cancer, he called me while I was hunting elk one year to let me know his diagnosis. I'll never forget that year and the emotions. You aren't suppose to lose your baby brother…he's not forgotten and I'm a better man for losing him. I haven't wasted a week since I lost him many years ago. Life is a blessing don't waste it feeling sorry for yourself. Give life everything you have! Good luck this year…I'm gonna take my bow for a walk, and see what we can find." -Jeffrey Helm Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
What's in your sweat? What's the concentration of electrolyte loss, specifically sodium? Did you know you can test that and plan accordingly? I didn't, but Brooke knew, she's a registered dietician out of Bozeman, MT and is coming on the pod today to teach us how to replenish electrolytes and avoid bonking on our Western Big Game hunts! Brooke's Website: www.gritsportsnutrition.com Brooke's IG: https://www.instagram.com/gritsportsnutrition/ Precision Hydration: https://www.precisionhydration.com/sweat-testing/book-a-sweat-test/ Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
We are discussing TRT and how to boost Testosterone naturally with Lorenzo Lugo #ElkShape CONNECT: Website: www.Lugowellness.com Quarterly Detox Support Group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/5765151203521015/?ref=share&mibextid=hubsqH Free 20-minute consultation with Lorenzo Lugo IHP: https://lugowellnessappointments.as.me SOCIALS: www.instagram.com/LugoWellness https://www.tiktok.com/@lugowellness LABS: The 4 at-home labs mentioned for testing hormones are The 'Stress Mood & Metabolism Test,' the 'Men's Wellness Test', 'Women's Wellness Test' & the 'Testosterone & DHEA' test. Available at: www.LugoWellness.com/Labs VIDEO MENTIONS: The heritability of human longevity: a population-based study of 2872 Danish twin pairs born 1870-1900: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8786073/ Cancer is a preventable disease that requires many lifestyle changes: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2515569/ Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
We are discussing Dan's September Elk Bender - this annual episode covers the ups and downs of elk hunting. #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
We are discussing strength and power with Brandon Lilly of Sorinex. He's an avid bowhunter and former record holder powerlifter. We chat WESTSIDE Barbell, conjugate method and training philosophy! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Dan's good friend Mark Boardman of the Vortex Nation Podcast hops on today to break down all the NEW Fall 2023 Drops from Vortex Optics! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Casey Sainsbury was doing time at age 18 for dealing drugs... Now he's an entrepreneur, owner of 4 coffee stands and rentals in the Yakima Valley of Washington State. He's married and a father of 2 boys and has completely taken control of his life, his story is very inspiring so buckle up! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Nick Palacios out of Austin Texas is joining us on the pod today! He caught my attention on social media with his content that surrounds fitness and archery! Needless to say, we have a lot in common and he goes over his day job as a event organizer (Tactical Games) and how he prepares for elk hunting! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Hey we're sitting down with a side hustler Rydell Reinbold who started the company Aziak Equipment out of his garage! The reason I wanted to chat with him is basically his products have blown my mind! He's creating some amazing backcountry gear that is lighter and built for war. Today, we are learning about his story and how he got his business off the ground while working a full-time job! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
We are talking to Chief Soto of Spokane Valley Fire who's an incredible leader and badass archery elk hunter! If you're looking to work for the (in my opinion) BEST fire department in the world and live close to the mountains, go to their website and get in touch with their recruiting center. #ElkShape Website: Home - Spokane Valley Fire Department Instagram: @spokanevalleyfire Tik Tok: @spokanevalleyfd Facebook: @SpokaneValleyFireDepartment LinkedIn: Spokane Valley Fire Department Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Coach P is a former strength & conditioning coach for over 35 years! He's the founder of Wilderness Athlete and an avid elk hunter! We are navigating motivation and discipline today, this episode is pure fire and I know you're going to dig it! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Sitting down with Aron Snyder of Kifaru and talking bowhunting preparedness, backpack training, the and how he helped design the Born Primitive Outdoor line. #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
I'm honored to catch up with an old friend Marc Carlton! He's a firefighter and runs a calling company NativeByCarlton that he father started over 35 years ago! Marc's dad Wayne is a legend that mastered calling elk with a turkey diaphragm and piece of vacuum hose. With deep passion and lots of hard work, Carlton Calls became a household name in elk hunting and Wayne with his “signature cowboy hat” became the leading pioneer, paving the way manufacturing and instructing fellow hunters how to talk to elk with his calls. #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
HUGE GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT!!! ElkShape has partnered with Peax Equip to offer listeners an opportunity to win Dan's entire gear list! Here's the landing page with all the details, good luck! Today's pod we're talking to Brice Bishop and Dave Brinker of Peax equipment, going over their bootstrap start-up, growing pain, and how they balance work, fitness and elk hunting! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Dudley and Dan are talking shop on arrows and tuning! If you want to watch this podcast you can do that HERE on YouTube! #ElkShape #Nockon Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Chris Dunkin of Stealth Cam is sitting down and talking whitetail management, trail cam best practices and the future of using trail cameras on public land! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Sitting down with in person with LEGENDARY release aid maker Jerry Carter - he's invented and innovated archery release aids for 50+ years! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Dr. Ward is a physical therapist and bowhunter who specializes in injury rehabilitation and prevention! I love that he's a dedicated bowhunter and has carved out a niche to help fellow archers stay off the sidelines. Join us as we discuss his background, overcoming injury and keeping your shoulders bulletproof! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Today we are connecting with one of our YouTube subscribers who drove a long ways for us to sit down and answer his elk hunting and gear related questions. Kramer has a few elk seasons under his belt and wanted to do an audit on his bow, gear selection and elk tactics after a couple years of tag soup on public land. Dan and Tyler answer his questions in hopes of helping him crush the elk hunting learning curve. #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Today we are connecting with one of our Podcast Listeners (Will) who was on the podcast last year (Episode 255) This is a follow up to his elk season, what he learned along the way and how to improve his public land elk hunting tactics for 2023! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
My buddy Jason Denham has a little meat locker solution / invention that's coming to market and I thought it would be a good idea to expose it to our audience. I have built a meat locker in the past and it wasn't cheap, so this new idea is intriguing when it comes to saving space and time! I want to encourage any of you listening to consider butchering your own wild game meat going forward! Thanks for listening! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Post Big Sky Total Archery Challenge, the boys chum it up on the drive home and talk about their highlights and we start to tease the NEW ElkShape Camp Experience for 2024! #ElkShape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Today we are talking with Josh Jones aka MFJJ of Spokane Valley Archery - we wanted to talk tuning basics and even broadhead tune because it's that time of year! You can watch the podcast HERE Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Chatting with Paul Schommer Olympic Biathlete who's currently training and preparing for his next Olympic Games (2026). He's also a hunter and fitness geek, so we chat all things discipline, fitness and hunting! Check out Paul's WEBSITE Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Today we get to sit down in person and chat with History Channels' Alone Season 8 Winner Clay Hayes. I met Clay a few years prior to him participating in the show while he was primarily doing YouTube and bow building. It was a very enjoyable conversation on how he decided to quit his steady corporate job as a Wildlife Biologist and go out on his own as a YouTuber. Clay is a remarkable woodsman and outdoorsman, we get to know his story and some behind the scenes of the making of the show Alone. Clay's Website, YouTube and Instagram Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
This 300th episode is all about our latest adventure in Canada... My dad and lifelong friend Tyler all went up to Canada to chase black bears in Alberta only to have nonstop Grizzly bears (which you cannot hunt) interfere with our pursuits... #elkshape GUESTS: Rod Staton & Tyler Denham Twin Valley Outfitters Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Today we're talking to Nick Howe who's an aspiring film maker and wants to produce content around hunting and family with a catch; he believes that even your wife should want to watch his productions. Nick is an attorney by day focusing on mergers and acquisitions, but he's also a very committed high level athlete and hunter. This is a fun listen especially if you're wanting to know how to get into filming your hunts and possibly breaking into the hunting industry. #elkshape Nick's Insta Greenhorn Productions Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Brent Hahn owns and operates Valkyrie Archery - he's a dedicated elk hunter that felt the market needed a new system for maximum penetration on elk, so he worked with a team of engineers and designed his own system. Today we explore his background in archery, bowhunting and how the Valkyrie system came to be. #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
Dan Evans is the best elk hunter I know. He owns and operations OPTION Archery out of Trout Creek Montana. I have been pestering him for 6 years to come on my podcast and talk shop... That's why I am so excited to finally get this episode created for all of you to get to know him better! #elkshape Listeners of the ElkShape Podcast Exclusives:
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