The Hammer Cast
Real strength. No fluff. 514 episodes.
514 episodes and counting. Every week, Aleks sits down with some of the strongest, most experienced coaches and athletes on the planet to bring you no-nonsense training knowledge you can use today.
Ep. 96: Geoff Neupert on Minimalism
March 15, 2022
I had the pleasure of once again chatting with the great retired Master SFG Instructor Geoff Neupert – author of "Kettlebell Muscle" as well as a litany of other excellent books. In this jam-packed episode we go head to head on the topic of minimalism: is it cool, or for fools? I think you'll find…
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Check Geoff out at www.chasingstrength.com
And if you haven’t already, grab yourself a free copy of my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge at www.AleksSalkin.com
Ep. 95: Sean Sewell on kettlebells for conquering the great outdoors
March 11, 2022
Joining me today is Sean Sewell, SFG Instructor, mountain man, and all-around expert in fitness for outdoor activities. We had an awesome chat on how he came to discover the kettlebell and how he uses it to train his students to dominate the great outdoors. Visit him online at https://engearment.com/writers/sean-sewell/ Also: haven't gotten my 9-Minute…
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Joining me today is Sean Sewell, SFG Instructor, mountain man, and all-around expert in fitness for outdoor activities. We had an awesome chat on how he came to discover the kettlebell and how he uses it to train his students to dominate the great outdoors.
Visit him online at https://engearment.com/writers/sean-sewell/ Also: haven’t gotten my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge yet? Do that here => www.alekssalkin.com
Ep. 94: the History of Strength with Jamie Lewis
March 7, 2022
I am joined on this episode by the legendary strength historian and all-around strong mofo Jamie Lewis of www.plagueofstrength.com As a longtime reader and fan of his work, I was excited to have him on to talk about the history of strength – from ancient to modern times – and how a misfit pasttime has…
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I am joined on this episode by the legendary strength historian and all-around strong mofo Jamie Lewis of www.plagueofstrength.com
As a longtime reader and fan of his work, I was excited to have him on to talk about the history of strength – from ancient to modern times – and how a misfit pasttime has become a mainstream pursuit.
Side note: haven’t gotten my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge yet? Do that here => www.alekssalkin.com
Ep. 93: Jared Evans on going from 'beginner' to 'winner' in fitness
March 2, 2022
I'm joined on this episode by long-time personal trainer Jared Evans. We talk about his humble beginnings, how he got into personal training, and some of his go-to tips for helping fitness beginners become epic winners. Check him out online at https://everythingbutthegym.com/ And if you haven't already, be sure to snag my 9-Minute Kettlebell and…
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Check him out online at https://everythingbutthegym.com/
And if you haven’t already, be sure to snag my 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge at www.9minutechallenge.com
Ep. 92: Jordan Syatt on busting fitness myths & dropping knowledge bombs
February 25, 2022
I am joined on this lovely episode by the one and only Jordan Syatt – a personal trainer, champion powerlifter, and Jiu Jitsu enthusiast who stopped in to drop some knowledge bombs on strength, fat loss, and fitness. Plus, we also reminisced a lot about Israel, our familes' journey to the US, and more. Check…
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I am joined on this lovely episode by the one and only Jordan Syatt – a personal trainer, champion powerlifter, and Jiu Jitsu enthusiast who stopped in to drop some knowledge bombs on strength, fat loss, and fitness.
Plus, we also reminisced a lot about Israel, our familes’ journey to the US, and more.
Check Jordan out online: IG: @syattfitness
Website: www.syattfitness.com
And if you haven’t already, be sure to snag yourself a copy of the 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge for free. Details here: www.9MinuteChallenge.com
Ep. 91: Dan John on the power of loaded carries
February 14, 2022
On this episode I am joined by none other than legendary strength coach Dan John. We dive deep into one of the top exercises he's helped popularize: loaded carries. Be sure to visit him online at www.DanJohnUniversity.com (Hammercast listeners get a discount when using the code ESPEN) And don't forget to snag your own FREE…
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On this episode I am joined by none other than legendary strength coach Dan John.
We dive deep into one of the top exercises he’s helped popularize: loaded carries.
Be sure to visit him online at www.DanJohnUniversity.com (Hammercast listeners get a discount when using the code ESPEN)
And don’t forget to snag your own FREE copy of my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge at www.9MinuteChallenge.com and make all your strength & resilience dreams come true.
Ep. 90: TRANSFORMATION TUESDAY! Shannon McNutt on conquering SFG II pain-free
February 1, 2022
I am joined on this episode by my longtime online student Shannon McNutt – a hard-working gal with a very physically demanding job who sought me out for training advice in order to pass her SFG II recertification WITHOUT the pain, injuries, and frustration her previous trainers had put her through. Hear her exciting story…
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Hear her exciting story of triumph and domination of her goal without all the usual painful trappings of meathead training protocols.
And if you wanna get strong, fit, and powerful, my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge may be right up your alley! Check it out here: www.9minutechallenge.com
BONUS Ep. #3: The Glory of Learning Languages
January 31, 2022
I'm joined today on this mighty fine (and extra long) episode by my friend and fellow language enthusiast Edoardo Carlesi of Rome, Italy. Edoardo speaks 10 languages (!!!) and has a few tips, tactics, techniques, and strategies to share about his hobby – all of which I think you'll find helpful. Please note: there might…
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Edoardo speaks 10 languages (!!!) and has a few tips, tactics, techniques, and strategies to share about his hobby – all of which I think you’ll find helpful.
Please note: there might be some naughty, not-kid-friendly language on this episode.
Also, Edoardo’s sound is terrible for some reason. Just turn your volume up, wouldja please?
Enjoy!
Oh, and grab my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge if you haven’t already: www.9minutechallenge.com
Ep. 89: Andrew Vojslavek on his journey to SFG
January 17, 2022
I had the privilege of having Andrew Vojslavek on my show recently. A climbing enthusiast who was bitten by the iron bug, he decided that the only prescription was more kettlebell. I've been fortunate enough to have trained him both online and in person, and am glad to have played a part in the brave…
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I had the privilege of having Andrew Vojslavek on my show recently. A climbing enthusiast who was bitten by the iron bug, he decided that the only prescription was more kettlebell.
I’ve been fortunate enough to have trained him both online and in person, and am glad to have played a part in the brave new role he now finds himself in: that of a newly minted SFG.
Keep your eyes on him in the coming years as he’ll no doubt be making a big splash.
And if you haven’t already, keep your hands on a free copy of my 9 Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge at www.9minutechallenge.com
Ep. 88: Dave 'Iron Tamer' Whitley talks old-school strength and Slim 'The Hammer Man' Farman
December 17, 2021
In this action-packed episode I am joined by my friend Dave "The Iron Tamer" Whitley – a performing strongman whose training lineage goes all the way back to the legendary Mighty Atom. With the recent passing of his dear friend and mentor Slim 'The Hammer Man' Farman, I wanted to have Dave come on to…
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In this action-packed episode I am joined by my friend Dave “The Iron Tamer” Whitley – a performing strongman whose training lineage goes all the way back to the legendary Mighty Atom.
With the recent passing of his dear friend and mentor Slim ‘The Hammer Man’ Farman, I wanted to have Dave come on to not only commemorate his epic life, but expound on some of the strength lessons we ALL can learn and apply from this many decades of record-breaking strength.
Find Dave online at www.superhumanyoubook.com
And if you haven’t already, be sure to snag thyself a copy of my 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge at www.9MinuteChallenge.com