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. 454: Sven Rieger, SFG Team Leader, on Epic Strength and How to Obtain It
April 18, 2024
I'm joined on this episode by my colleague Sven Rieger – StrongFirst Team Leader and all around badazz lifter. Listen in as we talk at length about his spectacular journey through the world of strength, culminating recently in successfully lifting the Dinnie Stones – a feat of strength few have ever conquered! Wanna crush weakness…
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I’m joined on this episode by my colleague Sven Rieger – StrongFirst Team Leader and all around badazz lifter. Listen in as we talk at length about his spectacular journey through the world of strength, culminating recently in successfully lifting the Dinnie Stones – a feat of strength few have ever conquered! Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-ππππ’π‘π πΎππ‘π‘ππππππ πππ π΅πππ¦π€πππβπ‘ πΆβπππππππ might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you’ll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it’s designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training – so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals. Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! – Aleks Salkin
Ep. 453: Tim Anderson on his new book, "A Simple Book of Strength"
April 11, 2024
I'm joined on this episode by my friend and founder of Original Strength, Tim Anderson. In this fascinating episode Tim reveals some epic details on his spectacular new book, "A Simple Book of Strength," why it's his FAVORITE of the 10 books he's written so far, and how it can help YOU to change your…
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I’m joined on this episode by my friend and founder of Original Strength, Tim Anderson. In this fascinating episode Tim reveals some epic details on his spectacular new book, “A Simple Book of Strength,” why it’s his FAVORITE of the 10 books he’s written so far, and how it can help YOU to change your life. Pick up your own copy here: https://a.co/d/afkbjMM And be sure to follow Tim’s magnum opus, Original Strength, by checking out their website here: https://originalstrength.net/ Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs? My world-famous 9-ππππ’π‘π πΎππ‘π‘ππππππ πππ π΅πππ¦π€πππβπ‘ πΆβπππππππ might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered. The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you’ll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it’s designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training – so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals. Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com Have fun and happy training! – Aleks Salkin
Ep. 452: Geoff Neupert on Muscle Myths & Fat Loss Facts for the Modern American Man (and Lady)
April 5, 2024
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 various muscle, metabolism, and fat loss myths and facts, and how they impact…
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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 various muscle, metabolism, and fat loss myths and facts, and how they impact the very real troubles many Americans now face: obesity.
Check Geoff out at https://chasingstrength.com/
Wanna crush weakness and forge all-day strength, stamina, and resilience WITHOUT any complicated exercises or confusing programs?
My world-famous 9-ππππ’π‘π πΎππ‘π‘ππππππ πππ π΅πππ¦π€πππβπ‘ πΆβπππππππ might be just what the proverbial doctor ordered.
The moves are so simple and intuitive that you can learn them in 30 seconds or less (so you’ll be off to the races in less time than it took you to read this post), AND it’s designed to be done in conjunction with your regular training – so no need to take a detour; instead, you get to step on the gas toward your goals.
Get your own free copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
Have fun and happy training! – Aleks Salkin
Ep. 451: Mark Reifkind on Longevity and Hitting BIG PRs in your 50s, 60s, and Beyond
March 21, 2024
Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com I'm joined on this episode by none other than Master SFG Emeritus Mark Reifkind – a man who has been there, done that, and gotten the scars (and life-long training lessons) to prove it. Come along for the ride as we discuss the highs and…
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Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
I’m joined on this episode by none other than Master SFG Emeritus Mark Reifkind – a man who has been there, done that, and gotten the scars (and life-long training lessons) to prove it.
Come along for the ride as we discuss the highs and lows of training – and gaining – as you age, as well as how to keep the decrepitude away while hitting PRs all the live-long day!
Follow Rif online at: https://rifsblog.blogspot.com/
On that note, if you like training that:
Β· Gives you more strength than it takes from you
Β· Improves your stamina and resilience simultaneously
Β· Powers-up every nook, cranny, crevice, and corner of your Soft Machine
Then you just might like my 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge.
As the name indicates, it’s just 9 minutes long, and it’s designed to be done WITH your current workouts β NOT instead of them.
Even cooler:
Many find that it actually amplifies their strength in their favorite kettlebell and bodyweight moves, like presses, squats, pullups, and more.
And best of all, it’s free.
How free?
I’m talkin’ freer than the 4th of July, my friend.
Get thee thine own copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
Have fun and happy training!
Aleks Salkin
Ep. 450: Learn the RIGHT Lessons from Your WRONG Decisions
March 18, 2024
Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com On this episode I talk about how to learn the RIGHT lessons from the WRONG exercise choices. To err is human – to transcend those errors is divine. Don't keep this episode to yourself! Spread the word (*cough cough* share this episode with someone *cough*)…
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Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
On this episode I talk about how to learn the RIGHT lessons from the WRONG exercise choices. To err is human – to transcend those errors is divine.
Don’t keep this episode to yourself! Spread the word (*cough cough* share this episode with someone *cough*) and
On that note, if you like training that:
Β· Gives you more strength than it takes from you
Β· Improves your stamina and resilience simultaneously
Β· Powers-up every nook, cranny, crevice, and corner of your Soft Machine
Then you just might like my 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge.
As the name indicates, it’s just 9 minutes long, and it’s designed to be done WITH your current workouts β NOT instead of them. Even cooler: Many find that it actually amplifies their strength in their favorite kettlebell and bodyweight moves, like presses, squats, pullups, and more.
And best of all, it’s free.
How free?
I’m talkin’ freer than the 4th of July, my friend.
Get thee thine own copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
Have fun and happy training!
Aleks Salkin
Ep. 449: Jared Thomas on Club Bells, Kettlebells, and Living in Flow Motion
March 14, 2024
Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com I'm joined on this episode by Jared Thomas – a kettlebell and mace bell enthusiast who has his eye on bringing his unique brand of training to the world – and in the process, creating a movement of people who are stronger, better conditioned, and…
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Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
I’m joined on this episode by Jared Thomas – a kettlebell and mace bell enthusiast who has his eye on bringing his unique brand of training to the world – and in the process, creating a movement of people who are stronger, better conditioned, and more athletic.
Check him out on Instagram at @jaredmichaelthomas
On that note, if you like training that:
Β· Gives you more strength than it takes from you
Β· Improves your stamina and resilience simultaneously
Β· Powers-up every nook, cranny, crevice, and corner of your Soft Machine
Then you just might like my 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge.
As the name indicates, it’s just 9 minutes long, and it’s designed to be done WITH your current workouts β NOT instead of them.
Even cooler:
Many find that it actually amplifies their strength in their favorite kettlebell and bodyweight moves, like presses, squats, pullups, and more.
And best of all, it’s free.
How free?
I’m talkin’ freer than the 4th of July, my friend.
Get thee thine own copy here:
http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
Have fun and happy training!
Aleks Salkin
Ep. 448: Yes, Fit Pros: Your Body *IS* Your Business Card!
March 11, 2024
Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com On this episode I talk about why my fit pro collegues should NOT fall into the trap of thinking they don't have to look good as part of their job. It ain't shaming – it's essential. Don't keep this episode to yourself! Spread the word…
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Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
On this episode I talk about why my fit pro collegues should NOT fall into the trap of thinking they don’t have to look good as part of their job. It ain’t shaming – it’s essential.
Don’t keep this episode to yourself! Spread the word (*cough cough* share this episode with someone *cough*) and
On that note, if you like training that:
Β· Gives you more strength than it takes from you
Β· Improves your stamina and resilience simultaneously
Β· Powers-up every nook, cranny, crevice, and corner of your Soft Machine
Then you just might like my 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge.
As the name indicates, it’s just 9 minutes long, and it’s designed to be done WITH your current workouts β NOT instead of them. Even cooler: Many find that it actually amplifies their strength in their favorite kettlebell and bodyweight moves, like presses, squats, pullups, and more.
And best of all, it’s free.
How free?
I’m talkin’ freer than the 4th of July, my friend.
Get thee thine own copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
Have fun and happy training!
Aleks Salkin
Ep. 447: UFC Fighter Natan Levy on His Epic Journey to the Octagon
March 7, 2024
Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com On this episode I am joined by none other than rising UFC star in the lightweight division Natan Levy – a black belt in karate and kung fu and a force to be reckoned with in the Octagon. In this episode we talk about his…
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Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
On this episode I am joined by none other than rising UFC star in the lightweight division Natan Levy – a black belt in karate and kung fu and a force to be reckoned with in the Octagon.
In this episode we talk about his humble origins, how he went from being a successful karate school owner, yet sought something more, which led to him closing his schools and striking out (quite literally) into the Nevada desert to prove his mettle in one of the most fearsome sports of all: mixed martial arts.
Check him out online at:
His website: https://levymma.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natan_levy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatanLevyOfficial
Don’t keep this episode to yourself! Spread the word (*cough cough* share this episode with someone *cough*) and
On that note, if you like training that:
Β· Gives you more strength than it takes from you
Β· Improves your stamina and resilience simultaneously
Β· Powers-up every nook, cranny, crevice, and corner of your Soft Machine
Then you just might like my 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge.
As the name indicates, it’s just 9 minutes long, and it’s designed to be done WITH your current workouts β NOT instead of them. Even cooler: Many find that it actually amplifies their strength in their favorite kettlebell and bodyweight moves, like presses, squats, pullups, and more.
And best of all, it’s free.
How free?
I’m talkin’ freer than the 4th of July, my friend.
Get thee thine own copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
Have fun and happy training!
Aleks Salkin
Ep. 446: How to Do Pullups (WITHOUT Hurting Your Shoulders)
March 4, 2024
Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com This is a brief, no BS guide to how to improve your pullups WITHOUT hurting your shoulders in the process. Don't keep these secrets to yourself! Spread the word (*cough cough* share this episode with someone *cough*) On that note, if you like training that:…
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Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
This is a brief, no BS guide to how to improve your pullups WITHOUT hurting your shoulders in the process.
Don’t keep these secrets to yourself! Spread the word (*cough cough* share this episode with someone *cough*)
On that note, if you like training that:
Β· Gives you more strength than it takes from you
Β· Improves your stamina and resilience simultaneously
Β· Powers-up every nook, cranny, crevice, and corner of your Soft Machine
Then you just might like my 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge.
As the name indicates, it’s just 9 minutes long, and it’s designed to be done WITH your current workouts β NOT instead of them. Even cooler: Many find that it actually amplifies their strength in their favorite kettlebell and bodyweight moves, like presses, squats, pullups, and more.
And best of all, it’s free.
How free?
I’m talkin’ freer than the 4th of July, my friend.
Get thee thine own copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
Have fun and happy training!
Aleks Salkin
Ep. 445: Bowtied Bengal on The SECRETS of Effective Physical Therapy
February 29, 2024
Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com I'm joined on this most intriguing of episodes by a mysterious stranger – a physical therapist known only as Bowtied Bengal. Join us as we discuss his origin story, how he got interested in physical therapy, his unique and helpful approach to getting his clients…
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Get my 9-Minute Kettlebell & Bodyweight Challenge FREE here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
I’m joined on this most intriguing of episodes by a mysterious stranger – a physical therapist known only as Bowtied Bengal.
Join us as we discuss his origin story, how he got interested in physical therapy, his unique and helpful approach to getting his clients back on the straight and narrow, and, of course, the meeting point between physical therapy and physical fitness.
Find him online at: “I’m Hurt, Now What?” – https://imhurtnowwhat.com
On that note, if you like training that:
Β· Gives you more strength than it takes from you
Β· Improves your stamina and resilience simultaneously
Β· Powers-up every nook, cranny, crevice, and corner of your Soft Machine
Then you just might like my 9-Minute Kettlebell and Bodyweight Challenge.
As the name indicates, it’s just 9 minutes long, and it’s designed to be done WITH your current workouts β NOT instead of them.
Even cooler:
Many find that it actually amplifies their strength in their favorite kettlebell and bodyweight moves, like presses, squats, pullups, and more.
And best of all, it’s free.
How free?
I’m talkin’ freer than the 4th of July, my friend.
Get thee thine own copy here: http://www.9MinuteChallenge.com
Have fun and happy training!
Aleks Salkin