Home Gym History

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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

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.

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

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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Overview Coop discusses his journey in the strength industry and the growth of his brand, Garage Gym Reviews. He talks about attending fitness expos, his transition from writing articles to creating videos, and the milestones and memorable moments in his career. Coop also addresses criticism and how he deals with it, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the opinions of those who matter to him. In this conversation, Rob and Coop discuss various topics related to Garage Gym Reviews and the fitness industry. They address the issue of communication and criticism, the acquisition of Garage Gym Reviews by Pillar Four, and the challenges and opportunities during the pandemic. They also talk about their love for gym equipment and the importance of having a team that is passionate about fitness. Episode Outline (0:00) Introduction and Background (6:07) Attending Fitness Expos and Reviewing Equipment (13:04) Inspirations and Early Days of Garage Gym Reviews (25:41) Dealing with Criticism and Valuing Opinions (29:59) Addressing Criticism and Responding to Tim from Gym Crafter (32:12) Navigating Communication and Criticism (34:09) The Acquisition of Garage Gym Reviews (35:06)Challenges and Opportunities During the Pandemic (37:35)The Importance of a Passionate Team (43:18) Focusing on the Audience (46:41) Announcing Acquisitions (50:29) The Love for Gym Equipment (57:07) Reviewing Criterion Equipment (1:01:02) Exploring New Machines and Equipment

***Use code Vintage to save on 2025 HGC Tix Summary The conversation covers various topics, including the home gym community, strength training, fitness industry ethics, and personal history. It delves into Goob's journey into strength training, his experiences in the fitness industry, and the challenges of balancing training with professional and personal obligations. The conversation also explores the speaker's involvement in exposing fraudulent activities in the fitness world and the impact of social media on self-perception. Then, Huck Finn shows up... He discusses the development of his home gym, the production of t-shirts, and his interactions with Amish visitors. The conversation also touches on his experiences with supplements and his love for meat sticks from 1st Phorm.

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Summary John Greaves III, the founder of Garage Gym Life, shares his journey and insights into building and maintaining a home gym. He discusses the motivation and inspiration behind Garage Gym Life and the importance of providing content that helps home gym owners. John emphasizes the value of a home gym in terms of cost savings and the ability to customize and personalize the space. He also shares his philosophy on equipment and the importance of functionality and organization in a home gym. Throughout the conversation, John highlights the long-lasting equipment that has been a part of his home gym and the role of content creators in the home gym community. In this part of the conversation, John and Rob discuss the reality of affiliate links and the work that goes into creating reviews. John and Rob also emphasize the importance of honesty in reviews and the need to choose which products to review carefully. In addition, they explore the connection between home gym training and old-time strongman lifting, highlighting the appeal of emulating the training methods of the past. Then, they discuss the joy of surprising people with unconventional lifts and the inspiration they find from other lifters. In this part of the conversation, John and Rob discuss the versatility of physical culture and how it allows for the exploration of different movements and training styles. They emphasize the importance of variety in workouts and finding inspiration from others. John shares his goal of providing tools and resources to help people succeed in their home gyms. They also discuss the need for diverse home gym content and the importance of collaboration and supporting each other's growth. They touch on the responsibility of content creators and the importance of improving YouTube channel performance. Furthermore, they discuss the fear and excitement of live streaming and the potential for exploring historical home gyms. In this conversation, Rob and John Greaves III discuss the importance of preserving weightlifting history and the potential for creating a video series on the subject. They explore the idea of visiting historical weightlifting locations and documenting their significance. They also discuss the possibility of applying for grants to support historical projects and the importance of physical fitness at any age. The conversation concludes with a discussion about their goals for the upcoming Home Gym Con event.

Scott McDonald, CEO of Body-Solid, discusses the founding and growth of the company, his transition to the role of CEO, and the evolution of the fitness industry. He highlights the importance of product development and the role of customer feedback in shaping new products. McDonald also discusses the changing trends in home gyms and the impact of programming on the industry. He reflects on the challenges of marketing and promotion in the digital age and the need for flexibility and adaptability in the industry. In this conversation, Scott McDonald, the President of Body Solid, discusses the challenges of balancing retail and online sales, the changes in the work atmosphere, the utilization of data and technology, remote work, and the future plans of Body Solid. He also provides a sneak peek of what to expect at HomeGymCon and emphasizes the importance of engaging with customers and seeking feedback.

Links Use code vintage to save on ⁠HomeGymCon Tix⁠ Jungle Wars Registration Midwest Kong IG Episode Outline (0:00) Introduction (2:15) Jungle Warz  (6:52) Flex Wheeler & Other Relationships Formed (11:58) Humor (17:09) Public Speaking (19:26) Sonz of a Beast (33:33) Jiu Jitsu (38:48) Transition to Strength Training & 225 LB Bench Rep Focus

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Links Use code vintage to save on HomeGymCon Check out The Armwrestling Archives Summary Eric Roussin, an arm wrestling historian, discusses the organization and history of arm wrestling. He explains how arm wrestling champions are declared and the different levels of arm wrestling competition. Eric also delves into the history of arm wrestling, including its presence in pop culture and its development as a sport. He highlights the crossover between arm wrestling and other strength sports and the importance of technique and safety in arm wrestling. Overall, Eric provides insights into the world of arm wrestling and why people should give it a try.

Episode Outline (0:00) Introduction (1:33) Starting out as a personal trainer (4:44) The importance of parking in a service business (7:13) The difficulties of accessing information in different eras (9:45) Muscle & Fitness Mag (12:47) Training actors for specific movie roles (17:50) Approaching training with experienced celebrities (27:45) Celebrity Trainer title & other info (38:19) Mindset & work ethic of top-tier athletes & actors (41:26) Lakers (49:15) Gym Design (54:37) Starting a home gym

Episode Outline (0:00) Introduction (1:15) Building equipment at age 10  (6:30) First competitions  (9:39) Coming to America & playing sports (15:19) The NFL (19:12) Grad School & starting businesses (20:45) Getting into Strongman (27:49) Creating equipment to train (29:14) Worlds Strongest Man (36:20) The Training Hall (50:08) Thomas Inch Dumbbell & Grip Training Links Follow Odd on IG ⁠Vintage Weights PGH Website

Episode Outline (0:44) Jeff Kimpel & Primal Armor Introduction (6:14) What is the Appalachian Bar? (16:13) History of “Buffalo/Cambered Bars” (24:30) Current projects for Primal Armor (27:35) How to use the cambered bar? (31:47) Other Bars from Primal Armor (34:26) Firefighter life (36:00) Podcasting Links Primal Armor Podcast Primal Armor Website Source - The History of the Cambered Bar Vintage Weights PGH Website

Christina Lazo (inventor of the Zercher Pad), Eric Eccles (inventor of the Saxon Grips), and Dylan Tellam discuss their invention stories with Rob who shares some of the historical context behind the movements. Episode Outline (0:00) Introduction (1:05) Timeline of Ideas (2:16) Zercher Pad Story (4:15) What are Zercher Squats & its history? (7:11) Using the Zercher Pad (8:29) Saxon Grips Invention (10:02) Saxon's Story (11:51) Invention Pitch Tips (16:30) Using the Saxon Grip (18:23) Macho Reactions to the Zercher Pad (21:24) Product Development Challenges (26:36) HomeGymCon

Episode Outline (0:00) Origins of Solid Bar Fitness (3:29) Working with other companies (4:53) Changes over the years (6:39) Idea behind the snap rings (9:03) How did you learn to do all of this? (11:25) The price of steel (11:53) The Marrs Bar (16:51) Who invented the hex trap bar? (19:30) Challenges over the years (21:50) Adding to the collection over the years (24:00) Relationship with competitors (25:30) Family business (31:29) Saying no to certain products (33:26) What does the process look like to collaborate? (37:54) Anything that didn't sell like you'd expect? (39:06) Best coating for bars? (42:44) Majority of business (43:58) Upcoming projects (44:46) HomeGymCon Links Learn more about Solid Bar Fitness Visit ⁠vintageweightspgh.com⁠ for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠YouTube⁠ Subscribe to ⁠Garage Gym Radio⁠ Get your HomeGymCon Tickets

Links Shop The Strength Co: https://bit.ly/3QiTa88 Get HGC Tix: https://bit.ly/3MiRURb Episode Outline (1:47) How did CT Fletcher come into the mix? (3:07) What is Pig Iron? (5:17) Current status of bringing pig iron back (7:24) Pig Iron historical context (11:44) Prime market & is it possible? (28:09) Risks involved (37:41) Next steps (42:04) Design chat

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

Episode Outline (0:33) Introduction (1:20) Getting Started Lifting Weights (9:58) Longevity Advice (15:13) Benching with Arnold (20:04) Venice Beach (27:53) Current Regime (29:34) Founder of The Avenues (36:47) Training in Prison (46:32) Bodybuilding after Prison (57:35) Getting back to the gym after 6 years off (1:10:41) Advice for Youngsters (1:16:00) The Book Book: Craig Monson OG Bodybuilding Legend by Josh Bryant  https://www.oldschoollabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Craig-Monson-Nature-768x576.jpg https://i.pinimg.com/originals/ef/5b/1a/ef5b1afee51341e54ea98a32a996153b.jpghttps://www.oldschoollabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Craig-Monson-Bench-Press-768x576.jpg https://i.pinimg.com/736x/18/08/70/1808709a5f1e9e2eaee4ac39313a86bb.jpg https://www.ambal.ru/02211398426f.jpghttps://celebrity.fm/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Who-is-Craig-Monson.jpg https://www.oldschoollabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Craig-Monson-On-Stage.jpg https://www.oldschoollabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Craig-Monson-Venice-Beach-768x576.jpg https://zacheven-esh.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Craig-Monson-Triceps.pnghttps://joshstrength.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screen-Shot-2019-10-09-at-10.07.08-AM.png https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/proxy/CQymMXJ-35jWAuUMh1FuyDdscBOXFHngnuIIFFFUOWYPwLKQSVB8hm7h9i2AtI9s5h84kLdOmVKhlKIAOYzOicrLXw0vzJ4pQbVW3egYHuYJiMaCgABfdtDgmcI6tvPr=w800-h600-p-k-no-nu https://www.oldschoollabs.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Craig-Monson-Now4.jpg

Kris from Beltfed Strength hopped on the podcast to discuss the history of weightlifting belts & also chat about his own endeavors. Links Beltfed Strength Follow Rob on IG Follow Rob on YouTube Sources The History of Weightlifting Belts Iron Man, November, 1980 Muscle & Fitness, April, 1983 Muscle & Fitness, October, 1988 Muscle & Fitness, March, 1989 Strength & Health, September, 1950 Muscle & Fitness, May, 1991

Rob talks to Josh Bryant about how he originally got into lifting, his training journey, getting into programming, coaching, dealing with athletes, writing, Jailhouse Strong, and an awesome Q&A from the community. Find Josh Bryant Instagram Website Books mentioned on podcast Jailhouse Strong Craig Monson: OG Bodybuilding Legend Tijuana Barbell Club

Rob (@vintageweightspgh) and Mark (@deadliestlift) dive into some of the wackiest lifts in history. Links Follow @deadliestlift⁠ Follow @vintageweightspgh Learn more about Home Gym History Watch HGH on YouTube

Rob and Jason dive into the history of the cable pulley system, discuss the story of the Universal Pulley System, and MORE. Sources: https://barbend.com/history-of-weight-machines/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BmSlyw5BipJ/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BnS50Vll3oU/ https://rarehistoricalphotos.com/first-gym-machines-zander/ https://youtu.be/T3OY1GPriUA https://physicalculturestudy.com/2020/01/31/james-chiossos-polymachinon/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/gustav-zander-victorian-era-exercise-machines-bowflex-180957758/

Rob and Shaun dive deep into the history of clubs and maces. Check out the book Rob referenced in this episode: Methods for Using the Club for Self Defense and Exercise  Find Rawform Strength Website Instagram Other Sources Steel Mace History Train Like an Ancient Hindu Warrior Indian Clubs: History and Application

Rob & C.T. Fletcher dive deep into pig iron and cover much of C.T's history with weights.

Jen Thompson jumped on the podcast to discuss getting into powerlifting, setting world records, coming back after children, her home gym, and much more!

Matt Vincent joined Rob at HomeGymCon to discuss building out his home gym, his experiences in the Highland Games, the history of the Highland Games, dealing with injuries, and Not Dead Yet. Sources: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Highland_games https://www.scotland.org/events/highland-games/about-highland-games https://youtu.be/gYzbdHck-aY https://www.scotsman.com/whats-on/arts-and-entertainment/history-scottish-highland-games-1476223 https://unitedscotsok.com/blog/history-of-the-scottish-highland-games

During HomeGymCon, Matt Wenning engages with Rob in a conversation about various topics, including conjugate lifting, welding, breaking records, Westside Barbell's craziness, and many other interesting subjects.

Rob sits down with Jedd "Napalm" Johnson to discuss how he got into competitive grip strength, feats of grip strength with some historical context, old-time strongman type of stuff, and the upcoming nationals. Where to Find Jedd:https://www.youtube.com/user/jeddjohnsonhttps://www.instagram.com/jedd.diesel/http://www.dieselcrew.com/http://www.gripsportint.com/ References: Dinosaur Training by Brooks Kubick Mastery of Hand Strength by John Brookfield

Adam from Garage Gym Lab joins the podcast to chat about the history of the preacher curl. Support Adam and Rob by purchasing the Preacher Pad through this link: https://bit.ly/3oJwjsa Sources https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry_Scott_(bodybuilder) https://physicalculturestudy.com/2017/08/21/the-history-of-the-preacher-curl/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/building-20-inch-arms-larry-scott-way-tony-tony-defrancisco https://ironguru.com/using-the-preacher-bench-correctly/ https://www.vincegironda.com/the-preacher-curl/ https://www.vincegironda.com/how-larry-scott-taught-arnold-to-blow-up-his-biceps-to-20-inches-using-the-preacher-curl/ https://barbend.com/vince-gironda-history/ https://www.skimble.com/exercises/14009-arm-blaster-curl-how-to-do-exercise

*Use code Vintage to save on HomeGymCon tickets! Episode Outline (1:39) Who is Scott? (4:44) When did performance-enhancing drugs begin? (8:53) Tested vs. Non-Tested Federations (10:38) Legality of steroids? (14:27) Steroid use in bodybuilding vs. other sports (22:01) Social media's impact (27:15) Dangers of steroids (31:15) Why do those not in competitions use? (34:55) What's it take to get to a pro naturally? (36:49) Federations Scott competes in (40:14) Acceptable supplements (45:25) Bodybuilding x Home Gym? (48:38) Good sources for natural bodybuilding More Scott on IG Visit ⁠vintageweightspgh.com⁠ for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠YouTube⁠ Subscribe to ⁠Garage Gym Radio⁠ Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to ⁠Knurled News References https://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/steroids-other-appearance-performance-enhancing-drugs-apeds/what-history-anabolic-steroid-use https://www.si.com/more-sports/2008/03/11/steroid-timelinehttps:// physicalculturestudy.com/2018/08/02/a-brief-history-of-steroids/ https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/08/drugs-and-the-evolution-of-bodybuilding/375 100/

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Episode Outline (1:11) Elain & Sean's Background (3:18) What is Pilates & its Benefits (4:15) Joe Pilates (14:29) Influences behind Pilates (16:37) Joe Pilates goes to America (22:30) Equipment (34:21) Similarities with "old-time strongman" (38:12) Joe Pilates Home Gym (41:53) Equipment Needed to Pursue Pilates at Home (48:57) Pilates as a Complimentary to Current Training (54:42) Joe Pilates Property Elaine Ewing https://www.rhinebeckpilates.com/ https://www.instagram.com/elaine_ewing/ Sean Gallagher https://www.instagram.com/the.pilates.source/ http://www.pilates-studio-ny.com/

*Use code VINTAGE to save 10% on HomeGymCon Tickets Episode Outline (2:30) Used Market Discussion (7:26) Zuvers (9:01) Jan Dellinger - Last living employee who worked under Bob Hoffman (14:30) Vintage Equipment Pricing & Maintenance (18:40) Zach's Gym (24:13) Training Kids Now vs. Back Then (34:17) Black Widow Training (37:33) Unique Welds (39:27) Lessons on Buying Weights from Zach Even-Esh (46:03) Ultimate Warrior (54:06) Time Capsule Game Follow Zach's Website Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to Garage Gym Radio Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to Knurled News

*Use code VINTAGE to save 10% on HomeGymCon Tickets Episode Outline (1:28) ModBar (13:22) York Courses (17:53) Hi-Protein (20:05) Equipment manufacturers selling supplements. (22:30) York Teeth Lifting (25:06) Shape Builders (29:00) The French Globe and Firm & Full (32:45) Deluxe 5-Minute Waist Shaper (35:06) Shirts (37:28) "other" medical/non-supplements sold by equipment manufacturers... (40:17) Life advice... (44:40) Other Random Stuff (52:16) Rogue Cast Iron Deep Dish Skillet (54:11) Gym Mug (55:16) Micro Gainz Christmas Ornaments (58:14) Decor Follow Follow @man_who_parks_in_gym Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to Garage Gym Radio Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to Knurled News Sources Health and Strength Magazine, September, 1929 Iron Man Magazine, Apr-May, 1959 Muscle and Fitness Magazine: April 1983 May 1989 September 1993 Strength and Health Magazine: April, 1938 May,1940 June, 1944 March, 1945 December, 1952

*Use code VINTAGE to save 10% on HomeGymCon Tickets Episode Outline (1:49) The first Iron Boots (4:29) Who invented them? (5:07) How were they used? (8:21) Improvements made over time (11:02) Modern contraptions (19:18) Why are they coming back? (21:00) Cost comparisons with vintage included (23:36) Products that never came back Follow Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to Garage Gym Radio Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to Knurled News Sources Special thanks to Beltfed Strength for crafting the leather straps for Rob's York Health Shoes. https://www.beltfedstrength.com/ Animal House Fitness Monkey Feet https://animalhousefitness.com/ Equipment on Amazon with Monkey Feet in Title (***NOT actually Animal House Fitness Monkey Feet) https://amzn.to/3P5hbyi https://amzn.to/3uwr9iO Freak Athlete Tri-Flexor https://freakathleteessentials.com/products/tri-flexor Golden Era Bookworm. "Golden Era Iron Boots! The Oldest Iron Boots in History!" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XV4KBgERPPU Heffernan, Conor. "Iron Boots: The Slimming, Trimming, Shaping Equipment that the Fitness Industry Forgot About" https://physicalculturestudy.com/2015/06/20/iron-boots-the-slimming-trimming-shaping-equipment-that-the-fitness-industry-forgot-about/ Iron Man Magazine 1959, April-May Marcy Deluxe Professional Bodybuilding Equipment, Chrome Leg Curl & Extension Machine p. 4 Kensui Fitness ANKR https://kensuifitness.com/products/ankr Strength and Health Magazine 1938, April - York "Iron Boot" p. 38 1950, April - Leg Press Machine p. 34 and Deep Knee Bend Stand p. 36 1960, March - York Health Shoes p. 63

*Use code VINTAGE to save 10% on HomeGymCon Tickets Intro Rob and the greatest powerlifter of all time touch on Ed's home gyms, breaking records/other historic lifts, his programming additional greats in the industry, powerlifting records then vs. now, training history, equipment, dealing with online trolls, and much more. Episode Outline (0:00) Ed Coan Intro (1:43) Discovering Weights, Isokinetics, First Equipment, & Home Gym (6:39) Transitioning from Basement Gym to Other Gyms (12:23) First Powerlifting Meets (13:41) What's Ed up to These Days? (14:49) Favorite Equipment (16:30) Programming (19:30) Meet Day (21:39) Breaking Records (24:08) Lifting Then vs. Now (27:59) Seminars (32:43) "Sometimes people are out there for a t-shirt and a can of protein." (35:01) Other Strength Sports? (38:05) Pittsburgh (42:16) "Have Fun and Be Nice" (43:50) Trolls (47:12) Garage Gym Competition (49:46) Being in a Magazine (51:11) Meeting Other Legends (52:56) HomeGymCon (56:04) New Business Venture for Ed (58:35) Wieder (1:03:40) Trophies (1:05:33) Historical Equipment (1:06:10) Best Advice for Home Gym Lifters Follow Eddy on IG Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to Garage Gym Radio Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to Knurled News Podcasts Referenced Ed Coan - Massenomic Podcast https://youtu.be/tZ5bDM0w1Ps Ed Coan - The Legend - Dave Tate's Table Talk https://youtu.be/hqVAlLY-uak The Journey of Ed Coan - The Greatest Powerlifter of All Time - Mark Bell https://youtu.be/hqVAlLY-uak The Jugg Life - Ed Coan - https://youtu.be/lIVoRy7zPbg The Path to Greatness ft. Ed Coan - ShawStrength Podcast https://youtu.be/iT93u3vXefI

*Use code VINTAGE to save on HomeGymCon Rob and Guest Kurt (@the_kurtlocker) dive deep into The History of Strongman Implements in the second part of a 2 part episode. (1:09) Loading Medley (2:54) The Atlas Stone (6:43) Inver Stone (21:30) Farmers Walk (27:40) Super Yoke Follow Find Kurt on Instagram and YouTube Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Sources to be found on an upcoming blog post (link forthcoming).

Rob and Guest Kurt (@the_kurtlocker) dive deep into The History of Strongman Implements. (0:35) Kurt Intro (3:33) Strongman History Intro (6:13) The Apollon Axle (11:45) Axles (22:01) Strongman Logs (31:50) Slater's Hardware (40:19) Circus Dumbbells Follow Use code VINTAGE to save on HomeGymCon Find Kurt on Instagram and YouTube Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Sources to be found here.

From the Ancient Romans to Hermann Goerner to Ed Coan to Eddie Hall to Danny Grigsby, Rob takes us through the history of the Deadlift. (1:48) How did the Deadlift Get its Name? (3:00) Early Deadlifts Before the Barbell (8:31) Modern Deadlift Movement (10:44) Popularity Grows (14:10) Variations of Deadlift (17:25) Sumo Follow Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to Garage Gym Radio Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to Knurled News Sources: Boly, Jake. “The History of the Deadlift: How Did This Lift Become So Popular?” Fitness, Barbend, 27 November 2017, https://barbend.com/deadlift-history/ “Danny Grigsby Sets Heaviest Raw Deadlift of All Time with 1,025 lbs.” Set for Set, 28 March 2022, https://www.setforset.com/blogs/news/danny-grigsby-raw-deadlift-record-1025lbs Dupere, Katie. “Strongman Fans are in Awe of Hafthor Bjornsson Deadlifting 1,104 Pounds.” Men's Health, 2 May 2020, https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a32352657/hafthor-bjornsson-deadlift-world-record-fan-reactions-twitter/ “Eddie Hall.” Legends, Giants Live, https://giants-live.com/athlete/eddie-hall/ “Ed Coan: A Candid Conversation, Part One - Tony Fitton.” The Tight Tan Slacks of Dezso Ban, 21 October 2018, http://ditillo2.blogspot.com/2018/10/ed-coan-candid-conversation-part-one.html Heffernan, Conor. “The (Somewhat Complete) History of the Deadlift!” Physical Culture Study, 26 May 2017, https://physicalculturestudy.com/2017/05/26/the-somewhat-complete-history-of-the-deadlift/ Lockridge, Roger. “Rauno Heinla Pulls World Record 580-Kilogram Silver Dollar Deadlift.” News, Barbend, 5 June 2022,https://barbend.com/rauno-heinla-world-record-silver-dollar-deadlift-580-kilograms/#:~:text=Estonian%20strongman%20Rauno%20Heinla%20set,floor%20to%20a%20standing%20position. Miller, James. “The History of the Deadlift, Including Deadlift Records.” Ripped Natural, 5 February 2021, https://www.rippednatural.com/deadlift-history-records/ “Progression of the Deadlift World Record.” Wikipedia, Wikipedia, 21 September 2022, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Progression_of_the_deadlift_world_record “Wrestling with an Elephant.” The Index, Rogue, Rogue Fitness, https://www.roguefitness.com/theindex/article/wrestling-with-an-elephant

Rob dives into the creation of the Blob, Richard Sorin/the early days of Sorinex, and the controversies surrounding blobs. (0:50) Blob Intro (4:01) Sorinex (11:14) Controversy around Blobs (16:55) Cost of Blob Follow Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to Garage Gym Radio Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to Knurled News Sources: A special thanks to “Napalm” Jedd Johnson for his devotion to the blob! If you'd like to pick up his book, Lift the Blob, or explore the Diesel Crew website, check it out here. https://www.thegripauthority.com/lift-the-blob.htm Even-Esh, Zach. “Richard ‘Pops' Sorin: The Sorinex Iron History Museum.” Zach Even - Esh, YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFNBSBdzV44 Johnson, Jedd. “Iron Master - Richard Sorin” DieselCrew, The Diesel Crew LLC, https://www.dieselcrew.com/iron-master-nomination-richard-sorin/ Johnson, Jedd. Lift the Blob: Even If You Have Small Hands, The Diesel Crew LLC, 2012-2013, https://www.thegripauthority.com/lift-the-blob.htm Johnson, Jedd. “What is the Blob? Different Types of Blobs.” DieselCrew, The Diesel Crew LLC, https://www.dieselcrew.com/block-weight-training-the-blob/ “Our Story.” Sorinex Exercise Equipment, Sorinex Exercise Equipment Inc. https://www.sorinex.com/pages/our-story

Rob discusses the history of the power rack, which Bob Peoples invented in the early 1900s. (1:44) Bob Peoples Invented the Power Rack (3:44) Bob Peoples' Training (5:49) Other Weightlifting "Apparatuses" (8:11) The Pit (10:54) Deadlifting (17:49) Power Racks Before Rogue (21:16) Westside Barbell (23:35) Changes in the Power Rack Sources: Todd, Terry. “Passings.” Iron Game History, Volume 2, Issue 3, The H.J. Lutcher Stark Center for Physical Culture and Sports, July 1992, https://starkcenter.org/igh/igh-v2/igh-v2-n3/igh0203a.pdfA special thank you to Harrison Jones for his inspiration and guidance with this episode! Christopher, Logan. “Strongman Profile: Bob Peoples Schools Us on the Deadlift.” Fitness, Breaking Muscle, 28 October 2013, https://breakingmuscle.com/strongman-profile-bob-peoples-schools-us-on-the-deadlift/ Even-Esh, Zach. "Power Rack Training with Bill Peanuts West." Iron Roots Podcast, Episode 15, Zach Even - Esh YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9jdmM4Z8Vc Peoples, Bob. “The Training Methods of Bob Peoples.” Iron Man Magazine, Iron Man Magazine, April/May 1952 “The Peoples Champion.” Don't Weaken, The H.J. Lutcher Stark Center for Physical Culture and Sports, 15 January 2010, https://starkcenter.org/2010/01/the-peoples-champion/ Thomas, Al. “Bob Peoples: Deadlift Champion, Strength Theorist, Civic Leader.” Iron Game History, Volume 2, Issue 4, The H.J. Lutcher Stark Center for Physical Culture and Sports, November 1992, https://starkcenter.org/igh/igh-v2/igh-v2-n4/igh0204c.pdf Todd, Terry. “Passings.” Iron Game History, Volume 2, Issue 3, The H.J. Lutcher Stark Center for Physical Culture and Sports, July 1992, https://starkcenter.org/igh/igh-v2/igh-v2-n3/igh0203a.pdf

Rob dives deep into the very beginning of dumbbells, their evolution, and then compares them to what we have today. (0:14) Shapes of dumbbells (0:40) Who invented the dumbbell? (1:28) Types of weights during ancient times (2:44) The 1700s "dumbbell" (4:45) Modern dumbbells (5:35) Circus dumbbell lifters (7:30) Why did globe dumbbells go away? (9:24) Modern dumbbell variations (15:38) A few oddities Follow Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to Garage Gym Radio Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to Knurled News Sources Special thanks to Dr. Jan Todd and The Stark Center! “2 for 1 York Dumbbells are also Swingbells!” Muscular Development, Volume 5, Number 1, Strength & Health Publishing Company, January 1968 “Dumbbell.” Wikipedia, Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dumbbell “Havak Quick Triad.” Havak, Havak, https://havak.net/ Jowett, George F. “Dumb-Bell.” Patent US1672944A, Google Patent, 12 June 1928, https://patents.google.com/patent/US1672944A/en “Mutt Dumbbells.” Rogue, Rogue Fitness, https://www.roguefitness.com/mutt-dumbbells “Our Story.” PowerBlock, PowerBlock, 2022, https://powerblock.com/about-powerblock/ “Rogue Thompson Fatbells.” Rogue, Rogue Fitness, https://www.roguefitness.com/rogue-thompson-fatbells “The Sandow Ringing Dumbbell.” Barbells and Bios, The H.J. Lutcher Stark Center for Physical Culture and Sports, 19 August 2020, https://starkcenter.org/2020/08/the-sandow-ringing-dumb-bell/ “Solid Iron Dumbbells.” Muscular Development, Volume 5, Number 1, Strength & Health Publishing Company, January 1968 Todd, Jan. “From Milo to Milo: A History of Barbells, Dumbbells, and Indian Clubs.” Iron Game History, Volume 3, Issue 6, The H.J. Lutcher Stark Center for Physical Culture and Sports, April 1995, https://starkcenter.org/igh_article/igh0306c/ Todd, Jan. “The Strength Builders: A History of Barbells, Dumbbells, and Indian Clubs.” The International Journal of the History of Sport, March 2003, https://www.researchgate.net/publication/249030520_The_Strength_Builders_A_History_of_Barbells_Dumbbells_and_Indian_Clubs Wood, Robert. "Olympics Weightlifting All Around Dumbbell Contest." Topend Sports Website, July 2010, https://www.topendsports.com/events/discontinued/weights-allround-dumbbell.html “York Aristocrat Dumbbell Set.” Muscular Development, Volume 5, Number 1, Strength & Health Publishing Company, January 1968

Rob tells us where the curl bar came from, it's the evolution of this specialty barbell over time, how to identify one of the original curl bars created, and much more. (0:44) Other Common Specialty Bars (1:51) THANK YOU, PAUL QUINN (2:34) Who Invented the Curl Bar? (3:13) Why was the Curl Bar Invented? (7:04) Jackson Curling Bar (8:45) The Rarest Plates of All Time? (13:25) York Comes into the Story (17:06) Patent Rights Expire (19:56) What Happened to the Inventor? (22:45) Identifying Original Bars (27:34) Modern Inventors that May Have Not Received the Credit they Need Follow Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to Garage Gym Radio Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to Knurled News Sources Special thanks to Paul Quinn for his dedicated research. His enthusiasm for history and generosity in sharing it is appreciated! All images and research other than those listed below are courtesy of Paul Quinn. Also, thank you to Joe Roark's Iron History (www.ironhistory.com), a vintage weight and physical culture forum and community. The image of Lewis Dymek was previously posted to the Iron History Facebook account. Patent US2508567A, 23 May 1950, Google Patents, https://patents.google.com/patent/US2508567 Quinn, Paul (September, 2022) Personal Communications [Email, Phone] The Man Who Invented the EZ Curl Bar, Iron History, Facebook, 10 April 2017, https://www.facebook.com/IronHistory/photos/a.441583045874369.108761.441548532544487/1512028702163126/?type=3&theater York EZ Kurl Bar Advertisement, Muscular Development, Volume 5, Number 1, Strength & Health Publishing Company, January 1968

Rob breaks down the history of Schisler, what separates these plates from every other out there, some controversies around them, and much more. Show Notes (0:35) History of Schisler and Buckeye Barbell (1:31) What makes Eagleheads popular? (3:12) Not Made in USA (5:18) Overall Quality (5:55) Are they Vintage? (9:00) Aesthetic Appeal (10:04) Price Back in the Day (11:35) Value Right Now Follow Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to Garage Gym Radio Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to Knurled News Sources “Vintage Schisler Deep Dish Plates Rare 340 lb Set.” Cast Iron Lbs, Cast Iron Lbs, https://castironlbs.com/en/vintage_schisler_deep_dish_weight_plates_rare_340lb_set_excellent_condition.php Muscle & Fitness Magazine, October, 1988 Schisler Brothers Photo, David Grimes Studios, 10-1983

In episode #3, Rob explains why weight plates look the way they do, how bumper plates came about, and more. (0:39) Why a 2-Inch Diameter? (3:38) Deep Dish Plates (6:51) The Size (9:48) Bumper Plates (15:19) Deep Dish Today vs. Vintage (17:58) The First Bumper Plates vs. Nowadays Follow Visit vintageweightspgh.com for additional information on vintage weights. Follow Rob on Instagram and YouTube Subscribe to Garage Gym Radio Stay in the loop with all things home gym by subscribing to Knurled News Episode 3 Sources: Heffernan, Conor. “A Brief History of the Barbell.” Physical Culture Study, Physical Culture Study, 28 February 2017, https://physicalculturestudy.com/2017/02/28/history-of-the-barbell/ Heffernan, Conor. “The History of the Olympic Barbell.” Physical Culture Study, Physical Culture Study, 12 February 2018, https://physicalculturestudy.com/2018/02/12/the-history-of-the-olympic-barbell/ Newton, Harvey. “The Story Behind Bumper Plates.” SportsEd TV, SportsEd TV, 15 April 2021, https://sportsedtv.com/blog/the-story-behind-bumper-plates#:~:text=Today's%20plate%2Dloaded%20barbells%20first,the%20competitive%20scene%20in%201928. Teufel, Hugo, et al. “York Plate List." Vintage York Barbell Owners Group, Facebook, July 2021, https://www.facebook.com/groups/1638679859706092/ “An Engineer-Coach Cracks the Code.” Ironmag Labs, Ironmag Labs, 7 June 2022, https://www.ironmaglabs.com/forums/threads/deadlift-form-the-dirty-secret-no-one-tells-you.22113/#post-69007