The Garage Gym Experiment Podcast

Subscribe to Knurled News Newsletter: http://bit.ly/3VGa1EJ________________________Get HGC 2026 Tix: https://bit.ly/3IHA23g________________________Chapters00:00 Power Rack Preferences03:06 Folding Rack Preferences and Trends04:01 Rack Styles and Ownership Trends05:04 Interest in All-in-One Trainers08:23 Quick Hits: Rack Features and Preferences12:13 This or That16:08 Choosing Between Equipment: Kr...

Outline: 00:00 Morning Workout Routine Changes00:24 Struggles with Early Morning Workouts00:47 Switching to Lunchtime Workouts01:31 Discussion on Coffee and Pre-Workout Nutrition02:50 Home Gym Con 2026 Updates04:02 Survey Results: Buying Gym Equipment from Alibaba05:00 Survey Results: Collecting Barbells vs. Cable Attachments05:45 Survey Results: Popular Barbells and Functional Trainers09:29 Surve...

Links Bench Blokz Website Get HGC Tix Knurled News Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Steve Farrell and BenchBlocks 02:18 Steve's Background and Military Experience 05:06 The Birth of BenchBlocks 07:24 Understanding the Product and Its Benefits 10:10 Early Years of BenchBlocks 12:56 Challenges with Copycats and Market Competition 15:44 Personal Growth and ADHD Diagnosis 18:29 Future Aspirations an...

Links Mutant Metals Website: https://mutantmetals.com/ MM on Rogue: http://bit.ly/4lY54Ss Get HGC Tix: https://bit.ly/3IHA23g Chapters 00:00 The Partnership with Rogue 03:49 Innovations in the ARC Product Line 10:46 The Evolution of Product Development 17:55 Challenges of Intellectual Property 25:45 Transitioning the Business Model 34:39 Future Directions and Collaborations 41:18 The Blurring Line...

Chapters00:00 Random Questions 06:22 Survey Results 15:00 6 Potential Home Gym Trends

Links Power Bells Website HomeGymCon Tix Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bill Engel and Power Bells 12:14 Prototyping and Feedback from HomeGymCon 23:13 Improvements and Innovations in Power Bells 29:55 Embracing the Free Fall of Faith 37:38 Engaging with the Fitness Community 45:17 Launching Power Bells and Future Innovations 50:13 Advice for Aspiring Inventors

Links EStack: https://estack.reponestrength.com/RepOne Website: https://www.reponestrength.com/ Jordan's LI Post: http://bit.ly/3JBWZp4 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Jordan Burke and Rep One Strength 02:18 The Journey of Open Barbell and Velocity-Based Training 05:11 Transition from Engineering to Powerlifting Coaching 07:47 The Birth of Squats in Science 10:00 Understanding Velocity-Based Tr...

Chapters0:00 2026 Home Gym Con Update11:18 What do you value most in a company when purchasing gym equipment?13:08: Do you like seeing CEOs/Founders in a companies marketing?13:30: Are you more likely to buy from a company you've met in person?15:40: Level of interest in ATX coming to the US market?16:49: What "workout style" is most appealing?18:22: What social media platform influe...

In this episode of the Garage Gym Experiment podcast, Jake Jaworski interviews Adam Hensley, founder of Garage Gym Lab and Beyond Gym Design. They discuss Adam's journey from starting a home gym in 2016 to launching Garage Gym Lab in 2017, the impact of COVID on the fitness industry, and the evolution of home gym culture. Adam shares insights on the growth of his business, the shift towards ho...

In this episode, Jake Jaworski and Adam discuss the upcoming HomeGymCon, including updates on competitions, sponsors, and VIP packages. They delve into predictions for Bulletproof Fitness, the popularity of Smith machines, and the interest in leg curl/extension add-ons. The conversation also covers preferences for adjustable dumbbell weights and current interests in gym equipment. They share insig...

Outline 00:00 Toe Spacer Update and Running Gear 03:00 Training Regimen and Workout Preferences 05:59 Home Gym Equipment and Maintenance 08:56 Innovative Home Gym Products and Ideas 17:19 Home Gym Con Details and Competitions 25:11 Products We Wish Existed

Links HomeGymCon TAKEOVER Strength Down to the Wire Outline 0:00 Introduction and Background 1:46 Feedback and Community Response 04:42 Transition to Takeover Strength 07:32 Challenges in the Barbell Market 10:36 Product Lifecycle and Market Dynamics 13:34 Partnership and Collaboration 18:09 Launch of New Products 21:56 Intellectual Property and Innovation 24:12 Introduction to Takeover Strength 2...

Links Check out the QT at HomeGymCon The Quantum Free Trainer Outline 00:00 Introduction to Glen Davis and His Journey 05:38 The Concept and Development of the Quantum Free Trainer 13:15 Improvements and Features of the Quantum Free Trainer 19:04 Market Strategy and Education for the Quantum Free Trainer 24:52 Target Audience and Early Adopters 30:43 Future of the Quantum Free Trainer and Closing...

Links Get HGC Tix HGC VIP Knurled News GGL Episode Discussed Chapters 00:00 Introduction and HomeGymCon Updates 03:14 Titan Select-Rise Leg Curl and Leg Extension Discussion 08:12 YouTube Controversy 12:45 New Adjustable Dumbbell and Garage Gym Life Insights 16:04 Home Gym Issues Survey Results

LinksBlue Ocean Strategy: https://amzn.to/414Yh29 Get HGC Tix: https://homegymcon.com/ Knurled News: https://knurlednews.beehiiv.com/ 2024 Summary: https://garagegymexperiment.com/2024/... Outline00:00 Introduction to Blue Ocean Strategy01:07 Understanding Red and Blue Oceans08:23 Key Characteristics of Blue Ocean Strategy10:22 Innovators in the Home Gym Industry18:39 The Evolution of Blue Oceans2...

In this episode, Andreas, the founder and creator of the MAIAK, introduces his innovative, compact workout equipment designed with magnetic resistance, similar to a Voltra competitor. He discusses the development journey of the MAIAK, which took four and a half years, highlighting the simplicity, quality, and versatility of the product. Andreas shares his background, the company’s location in Spai...

In this conversation, Jake Boly discusses the nuances of training shoes, weightlifting shoes, and barefoot shoes, providing insights into the best options for various training styles. He shares his journey with That Fit Friend, the challenges faced in the content creation landscape, and his plans for a new shoe store that focuses on community engagement and personalized service. The discussion als...

Description In this episode, Jake Jaworski interviews Pete Holman, a veteran in the fitness industry known for his innovative products. Pete shares his journey from being a physical therapist and martial artist to becoming a successful product innovator. He discusses the challenges and successes of launching his latest product, the Glute Slide, which aims to enhance glute training. The conversatio...

In this episode of the Garage Gym Experiment podcast, host Jake Jaworski interviews Eliott Ekindi, founder of UCLIPS. Eliott shares his inspiring journey from a broke college student with a passion for fitness to the creator of a unique gym accessory. He discusses the challenges he faced in product development, manufacturing, and marketing, as well as the importance of customer feedback and networ...

Outline 00:00 Introduction to the Controversy 01:32 Background on the Barbell Solution Debate 04:34 Is It a Copy? Exploring the Similarities 08:13 The Impact of Competition on Innovation 12:01 Navigating Community Reactions and Support 14:30 The Role of Audience and Brand Loyalty 17:33 Concluding Thoughts on the Industry Dynamics 23:18 Future Directions for the Podcast

Description In this episode, Jake Jaworski interviews Thomas Lower, the creator of Freebell. Thomas shares his unique background as a strength coach and the journey of developing Freebell over four years. He discusses the design, functionality, and various applications of Freebell in training, particularly for youth sports and rehabilitation. The conversation also touches on the target audience fo...

Outline 00:00 Introduction to Mario Ragu and His Journey 04:50 The Birth of Force 6 Fitness and Product Design 09:15 Navigating Controversy: The Barbell Storage Debate 13:41 Competition and Collaboration in the Home Gym Industry 17:53 The Dynamics of Market Competition and Customer Choices 22:22 Cultural Reflections: The Home Gym Community's Challenges 30:36 The Rise of Home Gym Communities 31...

Episode Outline (0:00) Introduction to Home Gym Con Updates (1:40) Survey Insights: Made in America vs. Creator Support (4:17) The Importance of Pre-Orders in Home Gym Products (6:04) Choosing Premium Brands for Home Gym Equipment (8:35) Exploring USA-Made Cable Attachments (19:24) Equipment Insights and Preferences (25:34) Building Your Home Gym: The First Steps (30:55) Essential Equipment for Ho...

Outline (0:29) Garage Gym Radio Addition (2:42) HomeGymCon Update (4:29) Survey Results - 2025 Predictions (16:06) Jake's Predictions for 2025 Links ⁠2024 Survey Summary Blog Post⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get HGC Tix⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Knurled News⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HGC Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠

Links Blog Post ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get HGC Tix⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Knurled News⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HGC Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode Outline (0:00) Introduction to the Home Gym Survey Results (0:55) Demographics of Home Gym Owners (3:59) Home Gym Equipment Preferences (8:28) Importance of Made in Country and Company Values (15:00) Social Media Influence on Home Gym Purchases (15:42) Challenges Faced by Home...