The Hammer Cast

Progress stalled? Stuck on a training plateau for weeks, months, or longer? If you're into strength training but have hit a serious snag, the fix may NOT be more of the same strength training you've been doing, but rather steering in a slightly different direction - namely muscle building. In this podcast I cover 6 big reasons why you should consider building muscle to kick start your strength gains once more. And don't forget to snag your free copy of my 99 Bodyweight and Kettlebell Workouts! https://alekssalkin.lpages.co/99bodyweightkettlebellworkouts/

You'll get told by everyone and their mother "there are no shortcuts to anyplace worth going!" Is that REALLY true though? Well, mostly. There is *1* authentic shortcut to improve your strength, stamina, muscularity, and anything else your little heart desires - and I reveal it in this show. Oh, and while you're at it, you're probably gonna wanna take a look at the link I mentioned in the show: https://alekssalkin.lpages.co/99bodyweightkettlebellworkouts/

We're always told to "be ourselves". But what happens when our own training doesn't reflect that? You've gotta move the way you were made if you wanna get the gains, and the ultimate in human movement is the gait pattern. In this episode I go into not just why the gait pattern is the ultimate in strength and health, but give you some pretty epic examples of followers and colleagues of mine who have made some pretty huge strides thanks to training their gait pattern. BTW, get my epic ebook 99 Bodyweight & Kettlebell Workouts here (and get on my badazz email list to boot): https://alekssalkin.lpages.co/99bodyweightkettlebellworkouts/

My friend Edoardo - who could easily be Italy's candidate for the Most Interesting Man in the World - joins me in this episode to talk about playing bass for Italy's popular comedy metal band Nanowar of Steel, doing post-doctoral research in astrophysics, speaking many languages, and much, much more. If you're interested in strength, btw, you may want to check out my badazz (and free) ebook 99 Bodyweight & Kettlebell Workouts: https://alekssalkin.lpages.co/99bodyweightkettlebellworkouts/

Ever wondered why kettlebells and calisthenics are the perfect combination? Well, tune in, friend, adn you will wonder no more! And while you're at it, here's that super spicy link I promised you during the show: https://alekssalkin.lpages.co/99bodyweightkettlebellworkouts/

Original Strength and Calisthenics go together like love and marriage; like peanut butter and jelly; like Sonny and Cher. And yet, very few people have ever plumbed the depths of the question... "What would happen if you made HYBRID moves of calisthenics + OS?" Until now, that is. That is *exactly* what I explore in this solo episode. And while you're at it, here's the link I mention in the show. Enjoy! https://alekssalkin.lpages.co/99bodyweightkettlebellworkouts/

If there's one excuse everyone makes for not training, it's a lack of time. But if you know how to leverage the little time you DO have, as Anna Dajero has, the sky is the limit. In this interview I talk about her fascinating rise to incredible heights - both thanks to my programs and others - and what her future goals are. And if you're not already, be sure to get on my email list already! https://alekssalkin.lpages.co/99bodyweightkettlebellworkouts/

It's official: I've been a kettlebell instructor for a whopping 10 years! In that time I've picked up more than my fair share of nuggets of wisdom. The following is the top 10 most prized revelations I've picked up along the way. While you're contemplating how to apply some of these lessons to your own life, be sure to pick up my 99 Best Kettlebell & Bodyweight Workouts while you still can - I'm retiring it very soon: https://alekssalkin.lpages.co/99bodyweightkettlebellworkouts/ (This will also put you on my daily email list, which is where you'll find all my best and brightest material on the daily)

A debate has long raged in the kettlebell world: Sport-style or hardstyle? According to anyone with more than half a brain, the answer is, of course, "it depends". Competitive kettlebell lifter from Israel Solomon Roskin joins me to discuss his background, how he got into kettlebell sport, and what it has to offer you, the listener. Not on my daily email list? Remedy that right quick: https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

Today I'm excited to present to you the first EVER podcast with a very special (and super strong) young lady named Frances Moylan - or as I like to call her, the Iron Lady of Oz. In this episode we dive deep into her "origin story" - how she went from being afraid of strength training to conquering levels of strength that few humans in history have ever possessed. Listen and learn! And while you're at it, be sure to hop aboard my daily email list where all my best, brightest, most no BS tips go out on the daily: https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

No matter where you look, there is no shortage of training programs purporting to show you how to train like a Navy SEAL, a Marine, etc. But how do spec-ops units ACTUALLY train? My friend and Israeli spec-ops vet Ran Bar-Yoshafat details all the training - both physical, mental, and psychological - he underwent to become one of Israel's top warriors. While you're enjoying this episode, be sure to never miss a single tasty nugget of wisdom by joining my daily email list (you'll also get my 8-week Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge for FREE, to boot!) https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

On this episode I am joined by my good friend and badass mofo Gil Reves, "The Beast from the Middle East" Hailing from Israel, Gil and I met at a StrongFirst event many moons ago and have spent countless hours hanging out and talking strength. Also, be sure to get your free copy of my most popular program of all time, The 8-Week Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge (and get on my daily email list to boot) -> https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

Dr. Mike Musselman joins the show today to talk about the hows and whys of Original Strength - why it makes you stronger, how it works, and what it can do for your strength and performance. And if you haven't already, be sure to climb aboard my daily email list - where all my Grade A, Top Shelf material goes out on the daily (and the only place to gain access to my programs, challenges, courses, and more) https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

On this episode I got to interview the lovely and dedicated Lyndsi Vaile - former figure competitor, busy mom, and all-around badass. We talk about her journey to kettlebells & calisthenics, and how she ended up nailing a pistol squat WITHOUT training for it! Never miss a moment of my delicious, tasty nuggets of training wisdom - get on my daily email list and crush weakness! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

Adam Armstrong is back once again for a great, in-depth conversation on strength, power, and...a big revelation on his part. If you're not already on my email list, by the way, you are hamstringing your OWN strength and power gains. Climb aboard here (and get my world-famous 8-week kettlebell & bodyweight challenge to boot): https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

If your body has ever rebelled against your training, you know how frustrating it is. Karan Singh knows this better than most. Try as he might to build his Get Up, his back, neck, & shoulders would protest - putting him out of training for a week or more... Until he did my program Get Up Domination and went from 16 kg to 28 kg in just 6 weeks! Be sure to check him out at http://www.bigfootguitars.com/ Also, set your own new PRs with my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge! www.9MinuteChallenge.com

It's not every day you can surprise yourself with a one-arm pushup - unless, of course, you've been diligently following one of my programs. And in this case, the program in question was not even a pushup program, but one on a totally unrelated movement: The Dead Bug! I'm joined by Singaporean personal trainer Lewis Toh to discuss his recent success with my Dawn of the Deadbug program. Be sure to check him out on Facebook where he does great live videos daily. And if you're not already, get on my daily email list for my Grade A best material AND to gain access to programs like Dawn of the Deadbug: https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

If you haven't already, be sure to check out Al's badazz Fit Pro Masterclass right here: http://al-kavadlos-fitness-pro-master-class.myshopify.com?aff=3 Before you race off to become a fit pro master, be sure to get my 8-Week Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge - https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

At long last I was able to sit down with the one and only Tim Anderson of Original Strength to talk about his origin story, how frustration led him to a physical renaissance, and how OS exploded onto the scene 9 years ago and hasn't slowed down since. Before you race off to practice your resets, be sure to get my 8-Week Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge - which includes Original Strength-style crawling, to boot! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

I'm joined again in this episode by the one and only David Ben Moshe of Jerusalem, Israel to talk about moving better to get stronger. David's the guy I entrusted all my former students to when I left Jerusalem, so his knowledge and expertise comes highly recommended by Yours Jewly. Be sure to check out his latest FREE ebook here https://www.magenfitness.com/hai-workouts.html Oh, and speaking of which, if you've not already snagged your copy of 8-week Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge, what are you waiting for?! Climb aboard here! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

I'm joined once again by Adam Armstrong as we discuss the ins and outs of our new program, 'Kettlebell & Bodyweight Super 6' If you haven't already, be sure to check Adam out online at https://www.thenewalpha.com/ And if you're not yet on my email list, let me just assure you: you're messing up big time. My email list is where all my best, grade A content goes out daily - NOT on Facebook. Click here to hop aboard (and get my 8-week kettlebell & bodyweight program to boot!) https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

The best stories about strength are from those folks who struggled every step of the way and triumphed nonetheless. And my friend Adam Armstrong is no exception. In this jam-packed episode, Adam details not only his rise from 'chump' to 'champ', but how an obscure form of programming from the world of Powerlifting is what helped him rise to new and exciting levels of strength. BTW, if you're not on my daily email list, you are missing out big time - be sure to climb aboard here! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

Minimalism sure ain't what it used to be...but you can still bring back *old school* minimalism and reap the rewards! Also, be sure to hop on my daily email list and nab yourself a copy of my 8-week kettlebell and bodyweight challenge! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

Being in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond is no excuse to let yourself fall apart. Get cracking on some "age proofing" and you'll find that you still run like a well-oiled machine! And don't forget to hop on my epic daily email list for all my grade-A, top-shelf material! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

We are often led to believe that by adding "just this one WEIRD thing" to our health and fitness regimen, we can make massive, incalculable gains. The truth is a little more complex than that - and I dive into it in this short but succinct podcast. By the way, here is the epic link to my daily email list I mentioned during the show - the #1 place for all my grade-A, top-shelf material (NOT social media) and the ONLY place you can snag my courses, programs, challenges, and more: https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

Believe it or not, one of the most common weak links in our strength (and a catalyst for poor performance and even injury) is a weak pelvic floor. It's not just a problem for post-pregnancy women, but even men and non-pregnant women as well. Sarah Smith is an expert on the topic, and she dishes out knowledge bombs by the bowlful on this episode. If you're not already, be sure to hop on board my daily email list for all my best, no BS material - sent out on a daily basis! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

Bodyweight training: a lot of people are discovering it just now in quarantine. But I'm here to tell you, the greatest benefits of calisthenics will come from sticking with it once quarantine has ended! Don't forget: get ye on my daily email list where all my grade A, top-shelf material goes out! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

Getting stronger isn't just about lifting heavier. There are a number of ways you can tell if you're getting stronger before you ever reach for a heavier kettlebell... Don't forget to sign up for my epic daily email list - where all my best and brightest material goes out on the daily! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

The military press: one of the most popular lifts among kettelbellers, and the go-to show of strength for the old school strongmen. But is it *really* all it's cracked up to be? I dig into this topic and more in this white-knuckle thrill ride of a podcast episode. While you're preparing to dig in, be sure to hop on my daily email list, where all my best and brightest material goes out on a daily basis - NOT on social media. Click here to climb aboard: https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

Feeling unmotivated? You're in luck - you don't need it anyway! What you DO need is detailed in this short-but-sweet episode. By the way, if you haven't already gotten on my daily email list, now's your chance to redeem yourself and climb aboard! It's where all my grade-A, top-shelf material goes out - NOT on social media. Click the link to join (and get a free 8-week KB + BW program to boot!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgDCM91f7NY

Part of learning is unlearning - these are 3 of the biggest things I've unlearned over the past few years to revolutionize my own training and that of my students. If you're not already, be sure to get your azz on my daily email list - where all of my grade-A, top-shelf material goes out on the daily! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

One of the most damaging trends in personal fitness is perfectionism: the belief that if you don't do things 100% by the book, you might as well not do them at all. I'm here to tell you that just ain't true. In this short-but-succinct podcast, I give you a few of my favorite pointers on how to stay on the straight-and-narrow WITHOUT dooming yourself to a lifetime of fits and starts. And if you're not already, be sure to hop on my daily email list for all my best, top-shelf, grade-A material delivered to your inbox daily! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

I had the very good fortune of being able to interview my friend and colleague David Ben Moshe - a very skilled trainer to athletes and average folks alike - who has a storied history and an incredible story about his rise from the depths of prison to becoming a skilled personal trainer and all-around family man. Enjoy! And if you haven't already, be sure to hop on my daily email list where all my best, grade A material goes out - NOT on social media (you'll also get an awesome 8-week kettlebell and bodyweight program to boot!) https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

I get it, everyone's unique and we all have unique needs. BUT! We all have the same two arms, two legs, and (in most cases) lifestyle just like everyone else. And that makes putting together a blueprint of what can really turn your strength and health around a pretty straight-forward affair. Listen in, apply, and watch as the results roll in. And if you haven't already, getcherself on my daily email list (and get a free 8-week kettlebell and bodyweight program to boot!) https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

When it comes to your fitness, when in doubt, just f***in' do it! And when it comes to getting on my email list - where all my grade-A, top-shelf material goes out (NOT on social media) just do that, too! => https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

Why does the Turkish Get Up rock? Let me count the ways... And speaking of Turkish Get Ups, they feature prominently in the most popular of all my programs, the 8-week Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge, which you can grab hold of here => https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

I'm joined on today's episode by the always magical Clif "No Need For a Nickname" Harski. Clif is one of the guys I learn the most from when it comes to the ever-important topic of exercise variety - namely, how much is needed, how to vary your exercise, and what to do to get strong, lean, powerful, and healthy. Read, take notes, and enjoy! Also, for all my finest, top-shelf info, be sure to join my email list (and get a free 8-week KB + BW challenge, to boot!) https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

In today's episode, my pal and yours, Pat Flynn, talks about the incredible benefits of fasting for boosting your metabolism, incinerating your fat, and getting you back into "fighting shape" - and how he's taken the principles of fasting and organized them into his Fast 15 training protocol.

On this episode I had the privilege of interviewing one of the most legendary wrestlers and martial artists of the last 30 years: Matt Furey. To learn more about him, his methodology, and his excellent programs, check him out online: https://www.mattfurey.com/ And if you're not yet on my email list, click the link below to climb aboard and get all my best, grade A info on kettelbells, calisthenics, movement, and timeless resilience: https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

On this most fascinating and riveting podcast episode, I'm joined by world-renowned sex and relationship expert Adam Armstrong to talk about reclaiming your masculinity and manhood, achieving and maintaining a healthy relationship, and the role that no BS strength training plays in it all. Check Adam out online here => https://shop.thenewalpha.com/ And for my best, top-shelf, no-BS tips, tactics, and techniques for serious strength & fitness for the busy professional, climb aboard my daily email list here => https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

On this episode I am joined by my good friend Pavel Macek to talk about his amazing new course for StrongFirst, RESILIENT. Check him out on his English-language sites: www.simplexstrong.com & www.pavelmacek.com And if you're not already, be sure to snag my free 8-week kettlebell & bodyweight challenge (& get on my daily email list, where all my Top Shelf, Grade A material goes out - NOT on social media) https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

John Bair is a Life Coach, Strength Coach, Nutrition Coach and founder/owner of Bair Knuckle Strength. He runs a health and wellness studio in Fort Washington, PA, where, as one of his students explains; "He takes more of psychological approach to working out, and encourages people based on their abilities and needs". He has chosen to devote his life to serving others through health and wellness, because he himself had to overcome a dark, painful, abusive upbringing, along with losing his 2 best friends by the age of 25. When life hits you hard and knocks you out, most people stay down, because they are afraid to get back up, or don't have the tools to actually change. Too many folks live lives of quiet desperation, hoping things will just 'get better', without actually 'addressing the elephant(s) in the room', and usually end up right back on the road to nowhere. Having been 'scorched by the fire of life', John has come out on the other side and now offers 'buckets of water' to those still consumed by their own flames. He offers Group Classes and Semi-Private or Private Sessions locally, while also offering Online and Distance Coaching, to those who live further away. As a gift, John Bair would like to offer all the listeners of The Hammer Cast some courage to Change the Way their Life is done, by grabbing a FREE Digital copy of his book Rise, as mentioned in the episode: CLICK HERE - FREE BOOK You can follow John Bair on Social Media here ... Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter Linked-In And if you're ready, John invites you into his BADASS Facebook Group: CLICK HERE -- Now, before you go off and go about your day, let me first ask: are you on my email list? If not, what are you thinking, man/ma'am?! My email list is where all my top-shelf, grade A info goes out on the daily - NOT on social media. In my daily emails, I'll show-and-tell my favorite tried-and-true methods for getting stronger, fitter, and healthier at home - no gym and no hour-long workouts required. Plus, you'll get access to all my programs, challenges, courses, guides, and other no BS materials to help you get stronger, fitter, and healthier the fastest and simplest way possible (though not easy - nothing worth doing will ever be easy) Click here to climb aboard (and get my free 8-week kettlebell and bodyweight challenge to boot) ==> https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/ Have fun and happy training! Aleks Salkin

In this podcast, I dish on why YOU - man or woman - should build muscle. Whether your focus is strength, health, longevity, or all-around fitness, muscle is your one-way ticket to glory. And if you want to learn more about the ins-and-outs of building muscle, strength, and all-around resilience, you're missing out if you're not on my email list - where all of my Grade A, top-shelf material goes out! Climb aboard here and get my famous 8-week Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge and kick start your muscular odyssey the right way! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

On this episode I'm joined by Gianna Bandoni - gym owner, exceptional athlete, and all-around femme phenom. We discuss: * How she got into kettlebell training and how it transformed her life * Her early days in the world of collegiate strength coaching - and why her tenacity and never-quit attitude set her up for long-term success * How she overcame sexual abuse as a college student and has made it her mission to educate, encourage, and empower * Much, much more Be sure to follow her and learn more at her website https://www.giannafit.com/

In this jam-packed episode, I talk with Adorian Moldovan of www.oldschool-calisthenic.ro, a devoted disciple of old school calisthenics training and foundational athleticism. We talk about a number of things, including: * Why high-rep calisthenics is such an important element of his training * The #1 reason why you *shouldn't* make calisthenics your only form of physical training * How and why to train your legs with calisthenics * His favorite meal, movie, and the #1 piece of advice he would give to his younger self * much, much more Listen in, absorb his many knowledge bombs, and enjoy! And once you've listened and been inspired by his minimalist, no BS training approach, be sure to download my 8-week kettlebell and bodyweight challenge and get started the smart, simple, and effective way! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

In this episode, Pat and I dive deep into a topic we both have gotten a lot of experience in: personal trainer certifications. Some are great - others...not so much. But the one thing most all of them have in common is that... ...they don't prepare you to work with REAL people! On top of that, they don't prepare you to properly select your tools to navigate the average person from point A to point B and beyond, how to deal with the psychology of most trainees, and how to transform your students from the inside out. This is where Strong ON! is radically different from any other cert on the market. The next cert is May 16th and 17th at the Dragon Gym in Exton, PA, and right now, Pat is offering a super generous early-bird discount for all those who register early. Click here to join us: https://bn198.infusionsoft.com/app/manageCart/showManageOrder Plus, I'm tossing in a few big, bodacious bonuses of my own. Once you've signed up, email me your receipt at [email protected] and I'll send you: * My "Secrets of Strength" guide to getting strong the faster, easier, and simpler way kettlebells and bodyweight * My magnum opus "Strength Hacking Course" - a two-week course taking you through some of the best tips, tactics, techniques, and strategies for building real-world, no BS strength - collected from the top minds in strength and performance from around the world * A 1-on-1 video/phone consultation with me * A personalized prep plan based on our conversation to best prepare you to soak up the immense amount of information you're about to learn at the cert. The offer is only good for as long as there are spots available, so don't delay! Got any questions? Email me at the address above and I'll be happy to answer.

In this episode, I talk with Montreal's official StrongFirst Team Leader Louka Kurcer - a man who has seen and experienced more hardship and triumph in his own young life than most would experience in two. We talk about: * Why he was sent to prison for 7 years * How his time behind bars transformed who he was and saved him * How he discovered Pavel, kettlebells, and old school strength training while incarcerated * much, much more Be sure to visit Louka online at: www.hardstylekettlebellpro.com www.hardstylekettlebell.ca https://www.facebook.com/hardstylekbmtl/ And if you haven't already, be sure to get on my email list, where all of my top-shelf, grade A material goes out (NOT on social media). (It's also the only place you can gain access to my courses, programs, challenges, and more) Hop on board here and get my free 8-week kettlebell & bodyweight challenge! https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/

2x your strength in 20 minutes a day with the 8-week kettlebell and bodyweight challenge -> https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/ With the explosion of the fitness industry over the last few decades, countless tried-and-true exercises have been bastardized, belittled, and betrayed in favor of newer, flashier (yet largely lackluster) exercises. One such move that's been mistreated and overlooked is the pushup. In this episode I talk about: * Why strongmen and wrestlers from years past to the modern era loved the pushup * How a proper pushup can help improve your military press * Its utility as a muscle-building exercise * Much, much more Tune in, listen closely, and enjoy!

1st things 1st, as I mentioned in the intro and outro, be sure to join my email list & get your hands on my popular 8-week kettlebell & bodyweight challenge by clicking here: https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/ 2nd, in this episode I cover my reflections on 11 1/2 years of kettlebell lifting: how I got into it, what I've learned, and how you can model your own journey off my mistakes, mishaps, and musings. Enjoy!

I'm joined on this monumental episode by none other than the one and only Dave "The Iron Tamer" Whitley - a man who has served as a Master kettlebell instructor in not one, but TWO different international organizations, and has worked as a performing strongman under the direct tutelage of some of the most legendary strongmen of the day - Bud Jeffries, Denis Rogers, and Slim "The Hammer Man" Farman. We discuss loads of different topics, including the importance of seeking out the best sources of information, the art of the kettlebell AND the dumbbell, breathing for greater performance and resilience, and much, much more. And be sure to check out Dave's awesome and ambitious new project, The One Dumbbell Challenge at https://www.theonedumbbellchallenge.com/optin28180822 Also, if you haven't already, be sure to get on my email list for all of my daily, no BS tips, tactics, techniques, and strategies for strength, health, and all-around epicness at https://alekssalkin.leadpages.co/8weekchallenge/