Dustin Diefenderfer Founder and CEO of MTNTOUGH Fitness

MTNTOUGH Podcast w/ Dustin Diefenderfer

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Welcome to The MTNTOUGH Podcast, hosted by Dustin Diefenderfer, founder of MTNTOUGH, the #1 fitness app for the dedicated. In this podcast, we explore holistic physical, mental, and spiritual toughness through backcountry hunting, military, and mountain sports. Each episode offers practical tips, expert insights, and inspiring stories for hunters, first responders, and outdoor enthusiasts. Enhance your training with MTNTOUGH's functional fitness programs—train at home, gym, or on the go. Get your first month free with code MTNPOD at mtntough.com.

Author

Dustin Diefenderfer Founder and CEO of MTNTOUGH Fitness

Category

Health

Podcast website

mtntough.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Joby Martin: How We Overcome Major Challenges Facing American Men | MTNT POD #87 22.10.2024

Joby Martin is the founder and lead pastor of The Church of Eleven22 in Jacksonville, Florida, which he started in 2012. He has spearheaded a movement to help people build and strengthen their relationship with Jesus Christ. Besides leading his church, Pastor Joby is also a preacher and teacher who shares his message on both national and international platforms. INSTAGRAM: @jobypmartin X: @jobymar...

Chris Clem: Inside The Mind Of A US Border Patrol Chief | MTNT POD #86 14.10.2024

Chris Clem is a seasoned law enforcement leader with over 27 years in the U.S. Border Patrol, rising to the role of Chief Patrol Agent. Known for his expertise in border security and immigration, Clem has testified before Congress and contributed to national discussions on border policy through various media outlets, including Newsweek. For more information on Chris Clem's work and perspectives, f...

Doron Keidar: Inside Gaza’s War Zones, Hamas and Israel's War, and Hezbollah Attack | MTNT POD #85 07.10.2024

Doron Keidar is the Director of International Relations at BHS Security Defence and a seasoned expert on Israeli defense and security, with over 20 years of experience including active combat service in the IDF since 2003 and work in the security sector. He has also worked on the development of innovative gear for military, law enforcement, and private security, leveraging his IDF experience and c...

Fitness Lab Discussion: POSTSEASON STRENGTH 2.0 w/ Nick Bechtold + Sarah Maschino 04.10.2024

🐏 Get 45% OFF an ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION. Use code "45LBPLATE" @ https://mtntough.com 🇺🇸 Merch: https://mtntough.com/collections/merch The Postseason Strength 2.0 program addresses a key need for backcountry hunters and athletes: rebuilding strength after a physically demanding season. Many lose muscle mass due to intense cardio, and this program provides a strategic strength progression to replenish...

Jaco Booyens: Investigating America’s Child Sex Trade | MTNT POD #84 01.10.2024

Jaco Booyens is a native of South Africa and an American citizen. Fighting sex trafficking is personal to Jaco. After witnessing the horrors of trafficking through his younger sister, who is now a survivor, Jaco turned abolitionist in 2001. He is a well-recognized speaker on human trafficking, Christian faith, and motivation. Follow Jaco on Instagram @jaco.booyens and learn more about Jaco Booyens...

Adam Foss: Build a UNBREAKABLE MIND: The Most Ridiculous MINDSET You Need To Succeed In The Mountains | Ep #83 24.09.2024

🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @  https://mtntough.com/ Adam Foss is an accomplished hunter turned filmmaker and photographer, known for his deep passion for wildlife and conservation. Born in the Canadian Rockies, Adam honed his bow hunting skills with his family and made history at 24 by becoming the youngest to take all four North American sheep species wit...

Fitness Lab Discussion: The New MTNTOUGH Weight Vest Program w/ Sarah Maschino 19.09.2024

Live now in the MTNTOUGH App! Equip yourself with the right tools for the mission with MTNTOUGH x 5.11 Tactical’s Weight Vest 20 (WV20) Program. WV20 is comprised of 20 workouts over a 4-week period that will challenge your tactical readiness and keep you at peak performance. WV20 is accessible anywhere and anytime, requiring only a weight vest and step-up box. This program simulates the physical...

Brian Barney: The World’s Toughest Hunting | MTNT POD #82 17.09.2024

The Legend: Brian Barney is an Eastmans Bowhunting Journal staff writer, host of the Eastmans Elevated Podcast, business owner, and a lifelong adventure bowhunter. Check him out: @brian__barney on Instagram Presented by Sig Sauer. ---- Get 20% off MTNTOPS Supplements, Use Code "MTNTOUGH" Here at checkout: https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/LXkPEo 🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code &qu...

John Dudley: Training Secrets of Top Professional Archery Athletes | MTNT POD #81 10.09.2024

John Dudley is a professional archer and founder of the Nock On brand. Inspired by his bowhunting grandfather in southern Mississippi, John’s passion for archery was reignited in his teens after discovering a 3D archery course. Mentored by Mike Donovan at an archery shop, he pursued archery professionally, earning Rookie of the Year and multiple World medals. Now, John is a leading advocate for ar...

Corey Anderson: From MMA to Bear Hunts: How Balances MMA, Hunting and Faith | MTNT POD #80 03.09.2024

Today’s guest is Corey "Overtime" Anderson, a Bellator MMA Light Heavyweight fighter, known for his dominant wrestling and striking skills. Anderson began his MMA career in 2013, quickly rising to fame by winning The Ultimate Fighter in 2014, the Light Heavyweight World Grand Prix in 2020, and claimed the Light Heavyweight title in 2024. Outside the cage, Anderson is an avid outdoorsman,...

Ryan Bader: The Mindset That Made Him a MMA Legend | MTNT POD #79 27.08.2024

Ryan DuWayne Bader is an American mixed martial artist, currently signed with Bellator MMA as the reigning Bellator Heavyweight Champion, with the longest continuous streak in Bellator history. Born in Reno, Nevada, Bader began wrestling at age seven and excelled in amateur wrestling before transitioning to MMA. He attended Arizona State University on a wrestling scholarship, where he was teammate...

John Radzwilla: Challenge Everything, Then Do The Unexpected MTNTOUGH POD #78 20.08.2024

With adventure always on his mind, Hook & Barrel’s wild Co-Founder and CEO, John J. Radzwilla can often be found in far-flung destinations. From sheep hunting in the Chihuahuan Desert to fishing deep within the Amazon, or off-road racing in Mexico, John knows tomorrow is never promised. His mantra for himself and his company is “challenge everything, then do the unexpected.”  John attributes m...

Jared Hudson: Hunting Down Sex Predators & How To Protect Your Kids | MTNTOUGH POD #77 13.08.2024

We sit down with Jared Hudson, a former Navy SEAL with an extraordinary journey from the battlefield oversees to a new battle at home. Jared has dedicated his life to combating human trafficking by founding the Covenant Rescue Group: https://www.covenantrescue.org/ Get the Crush Evil Hat: https://www.covenantrescue.org/merch/p/crush-evil-camoblack-mesh-snapback-patch-cap 🐏 Get Your First Month of...

Daniel Horner: Ten-Time USPSA Multigun Champion| MTNTOUGH POD #76 06.08.2024

Today’s guest is Daniel Horner, the ten-time USPSA Multigun Champion, four-time 3-Gun Nation Pro Series Champion and member of the SIG SAUER Professional Shooting Team. Daniel is undoubtedly one of the best multi-gun shooters in the world. 🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/ 🇺🇸 Merch: https://mtntough.com/collections/merch ---- What is MTNTO...

Exposing The Dark Side of Tech Addiction (w/Michael Easter) | MTNT POD #75 30.07.2024

Join Dustin Diefenderfer as he sits down with Michael Easter, author of "The Comfort Crisis" and "Scarcity Brain." In this eye-opening episode, they delve into the hidden mechanisms driving our tech addictions and overconsumption habits, revealing powerful insights that could transform your daily life. Dustin shares a compelling story, including a jaw-dropping transformation of...

Bo Nickal: The SECRET Behind His Success in UFC 23.07.2024

🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/ 🇺🇸 Merch: https://mtntough.com/collections/merch Bo Dean Nickal is an American professional mixed martial artist, former freestyle and graduated folkstyle wrestler who currently competes in the UFC middleweight division. In freestyle wrestling, he claimed the 2019 U23 World Championship and the US Open nat...

Dr. Jason Selk: Game-Changing Mindset Adjustments 16.07.2024

🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/ 🇺🇸 Merch: https://mtntough.com/collections/merch Today’s guest is Jason Selk, bestselling author and keynote speaker, who’s spent the last 20 years helping teams and individuals develop the mental toughness necessary to overcome obstacles and outperform the competition, and he does so while improving life-...

Kip Fulks: Escaping The Corporate Rat Race 09.07.2024

Today’s guest is Kip Fulks, co-founder of UNDER ARMOUR and currently the Strategic Advisor and Partner for Origin, founder of Big Truck Farm Brewery, and new owner of Bushwhack Alaska. To learn more about Kip, follow him on Instagram at @13pacificwaves. Thank you to our sponsors. Please support them: SIG SAUER: https://www.sigsauer.com/ MTN OPS: Checkout MTN OPS x MTNTOUGH Co-Branded Hydrate Flavo...

Trevor Farnes: Conquering Life's Mountains 02.07.2024

Trevor Farnes serves as the CEO and Co-Founder of MTN OPS, a dynamic energy and nutritional product company headquartered in Fruit Heights, Utah, catering to the outdoor industry. His primary mission at MTN OPS is to enhance lives through innovative products and foster a community that inspires individuals to overcome challenges and achieve their aspirations. Committed to making a meaningful impac...

Kyle Thompson: Real Men Are Spiritually Resilient 25.06.2024

Kyle Thompson, Oklahoma native, founded Undaunted Life in 2017. The mission of Undaunted. Life is equipping men to push back darkness. They do this by providing content that leads men to forge spiritual, mental, and physical resilience. Kyle is also the host of Undaunted. Life: A Man's Podcast, which has reached the top 10 and top 15 on the Apple Podcasts and Spotify charts respectively. Thank...

DR. ANDY GALPIN | Unlocking Elite Performance: Mental & Physical Mastery 18.06.2024

Andy Galpin is a professor of kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton. He is the Co-Director of the Center for Sport Performance and Founder/Director of the Biochemistry and Molecular Exercise Physiology Laboratory. He is a Human Performance scientist with a PhD in Human Bioenergetics and has collaborated with top-tier athletes across various domains including the UFC, MLB, NBA, PGA,...

JOHN BARKLOW: Knowledge from Storms | Special Operations Instructor & Product Manager at Sitka Gear 11.06.2024

Retired U.S. Navy Diver John Barklow spent more than two decades teaching U.S. Special Operations Forces. He’s also trained professional rescue groups and first responders. Currently, John develops clothing and equipment systems at Sitka Gear for the hunting industry. To learn more about John, follow him on Instagram at @jbarklow and check out knowledgefromstorms.com 🐏 Get Your First Month of MTN...

Josh Smith: 30 Year Overnight Success Story, What It Takes To Build Montana Knife Company 04.06.2024

As the CEO and founder of Montana Knife Company, Josh has combined his passion for hunting and extensive knowledge of blades to create one of the fastest-growing US-based manufacturing companies in the US outdoor industry. Montana Knife Company specializes in high-quality hunting knives for hunters and blue-collar working people. Josh Smith, a fifth-generation Montanan, was raised in Lincoln, Mont...

Akshay Nanavati: Preparing To Ski Across Antarctica For 110 Days ALONE 28.05.2024

In November 2024, Akshay will set foot in Antarctica to begin a 1,700 mile journey where he will drag a 400-pound sled filled with all his supplies needed to survive in one of the most unforgiving environments on the planet. For 110 days, he will endure temperatures below -40 degrees, and hurricane force winds as he makes his way across the coldest, driest and windiest continent on Earth. Akshay N...

Jim Shockey: How A Legend Is Coping With Loss With A Resilient Mindset 21.05.2024

Jim Shockey is an award-winning outdoor writer, wildlife photographer, filmmaker, naturalist, wilderness guide, TV host, and outfitter. He owns several exclusive outfitting territories in Canada's wildlands, including the renowned Pacific Rim Guide Territory on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and the Rogue River Outfitting in the Yukon Territory. His television productions have won 15 Gold...

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