Untapped Podcast

Wurtz and Gabel bring you guys another comparison episode based on recent social media trends in the fitness world, kettlebell training vs. traditional training. The guys layout both sides of this “argument” and then give their thoughts on both sides, and the middle ground. They then go into detail on how you can, and should, incorporate both into your own training. In this episode’s Q&A, Mone...

Wurtz and Gabel talk on how pain is unavoidable throughout our lives. They go over how hard things, situations, and circumstances are inevitable. Whether it’s family members passing, financials hardships, difficulties believing in yourself, or something else. Then they go over how putting yourself through voluntary difficult situations can help offset these and offer new perspectives on things. In...

Wurtz and Gabel discuss some of the top fitness investments they believe you should consider. They talk on things such as home gym equipment, gym memberships, devices (smart watches, etc), and more! In this episode’s Q&A, Money Mitch asks the guys possibly the weirdest yet very funny question yet. One you have to hear to believe…As always, please remember to share the show and thank you for the co...

Wurtz and Gabel raise the question, “Is the divide too deep?”, in this Breaking News episode. They go over some of the major differences between the right and left in the US. A few of these include the recent Texas floods, the Jeffrey Epstein situation, and immigration. The guys talk on if the gaps between sides can be bridged or not, and the importance of this happening. Thank you for the continu...

Wurtz and Gabel discuss how they can’t relate to negatively thinking people. The boys go over a few points talking how unproductive constant negative thinking is and how they choose to have forward thinking as much as possible. They give personal examples of how this has worked for them in their experiences. In this episodes Q&A, Money Mitch asks the guys how to seek to understand people who have...

Wurtz and Gabel are joined by Lexi Johnson (LexiJWellness) for episode 164. The guys cover many topics with her throughout the episode. They talk on how she got into fitness and coaching, the evolution of LexiJWellness and how her relationship with 1st Phorm started, her passion for women’s health, her relationship with her husband Brett, and plenty more. There are tons of great pieces of informat...

Wurtz and Gabel cover a few ideas in this Physical Vitality episode. First they talk on if you should judge personal trainers and strength coaches based on how they physically look. They give reason why you should or shouldn’t do this. Then, they bring the conversation to how someone looks can dictate how valid their opinion is on certain things. In this episode’s Q&A, Money Mitch asks the guys ho...

Wurtz and Gabel give their thoughts on the current LA Riots situation as of June 10th. They cover the riots and a few other topics as well. As always, please remember to share to the show and thank you for the continued support!

Wurtz and Gabel cover a range of ideas on the hypertrophy and muscle growth topic. They talk on three different training style buckets, with those being “low volume”, “high volume”, and “powerbuilding”. They give their thoughts and opinions on these three using facts and their own experiences. Through the conversation they talk on who to take advice from and how to figure out which works best for...

Happy Memorial Day! In this episode, Wurtz and Gabel talk on Memorial Day and the meaning behind it. But more importantly they talk on of the current state in America is representative of the meaning of Memorial Day. In this episode’s Q&A, Money Mitch asks what small, daily tasks will lead to be people living a higher standard in the US. As always, thank you for the support, and please remember to...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you guys a Physical Vitality episode based on a question that was submitted to them by a listener. The question in hand is “Do you get what you pay for when it comes to a gym or if you put in the effort does it matter where you go?” The guys give answers to both sides of this question in a good discussion about whether training facilities really matter. Thank you for the supp...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you a Breaking News and Forging Fortitude combo episode talking about the recent situation with NFL 5th Round Draft Pick, Shedeur Sanders. The boys cover what happened after he, his family, and NFL “experts” expected him to be a 1st round pick in this years NFL draft, but was left on the board until the 5th round. They go over the semantics that they believe played a role in...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you guys a Knights Table episode talking about 3 hobbies they believe men should take up. These include things like cigars, being creative and having a group to be a part of, and sports. The boys share why they believe these 3 are good options and share their personal experiences with these. These aren’t their top 3, just 3 they believe will elevate men themselves and those t...

Wurtz and Gabel talk on one of the leading causes of chronic disease progression, living a sedentary life. The boys give several examples of diseases that can, and will, progress due to lack of movement and bad nutrition. They then discuss how to mitigate symptoms and prolong your health span despite diseases that may run in your family. In this episode’s Q&A, Money Mitch asks them how many holes...

In this Breaking News episode, Wurtz and Gabel talk on the news that came out about Atlanta Braves outfielder, Jurickson Profar. Profar was suspended by MLB for 80 games for violating the league’s PED rules. The boys talk on what drug he was popped for and whether they agree or disagree with MLB’s rules regarding these substances. They make several connections to episode 152 with John Fogarty, whe...

In this episode Wurtz and Gabel talk on the identity crisis that currently exists in the United States. They, along with plenty of insight from Money Mitch, talk on what the identity used to be in the US, how it has changed, and whether or not the country is trending in the right directions. This episode is jam packed full of different ideas and concepts ranging from Forging Fortitude types to Bre...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you guys a Forging Fortitude-Physical Vitality combo episode about The “Athlete Complex”. The boys explain what that means and how useful it can be. They talk on the transition from sports to life and business when it comes to this complex. They also give ways for those who aren’t/never were athletes to cultivate this mindset! Thank you for the continued support and please re...

For Episode 152, the boys bring on Co-Owner of Summit Rejuvenation, John Fogarty. This episode is full of great information on the world of hormones and hormone therapy. John talks about what Summit does, how they separate themselves from other clinics, and why they never lose clients. He also goes into great detail on many different parts of testosterone, hormones in general, and peptides. He tal...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you a Physical Vitality episode centered around the saying “Wait until you’re my age”. This is a saying everyone has heard before and the boys give a few points as to why it isn’t something to buy into. They share their thoughts and ideas on why it’s so important to avoid believing this is the truth for everyone, and that everything gets “worse” with age. In this episode’s Q&...

Wurtz and Gabel take The Untapped Podcast on the road to the Missouri State Capital, Jefferson City, to bring you guys something very special for Episode 150, a sit down with recently elected Missouri State Senator, David Gregory. They talk to David about several different topics including the life of a State Senator, immigration and his passionate views on the topic, how young people can get invo...

Wurtz and Gabel bring on a great guy and one of their friends, Estevenson “E” Coleman. They talk about several topics with E, including his adoption and immigration into the United States, his new book “Three Sixty”, his journey to a 600+ lb deadlift, and much more. They also touch on his job with Brace For Impact and the work they do in Haiti and St. Louis. This episode will bring you goosebumps,...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you an extremely comprehensive supplement focused physical vitality episode on how to structure your pre and post workout nutrition! They start off touching on pre workouts to enhance your strength training and how to prep before aerobic activity! For post workout they touch on a few main factors like protein and Creatine utilization. In this episode’s Q&A, Money Mitch asks t...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you an episode about the topics surrounding the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States. They lead off the episode discussing executive orders signed on the first days of Trump’s administration, what they think of them, who some of them are connected to etc. They also touch on the preemptive pardons former President Joe Biden’s administration enacted at the en...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you an extremely comprehensive Physical Vitality episode discussing what optimizing your training actually means and if the word has been overused. They begin by delivering context on the subject and how the fitness industry has watered the word “Optimization” down. They also hit hard on sleazy influencers who use clickbait techniques to sell ineffective training/programming....

Wurtz and Gabel dive into an interesting current event topic discussing those who call themselves the “rebellion” or “resistance” of today's society. They discuss who these people are, what they claim to be rebelling against, and how they are the furthest thing from what a rebel actually is. They also lay out a blueprint for what rebellion in today’s world actually looks like. In this episode’s Q&...