7 Questions to Watch in the Home Gym World Over the Next Year

LinksBench Blokz WebsiteGet HGC TixKnurled NewsChapters00:00 Introduction to Steve Farrell and BenchBlocks02:18 Steve's Background and Military Experience05:06 The Birth of BenchBlocks07:24 Understanding the Product and Its Benefits10:10 Early Years of BenchBlocks12:56 Challenges with Copycats and Market Competition15:44 Personal Growth and ADHD Diagnosis18:29 Future Aspirations and New Products21:08 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect

LinksMutant Metals Website: https://mutantmetals.com/MM on Rogue: http://bit.ly/4lY54SsGet HGC Tix: https://bit.ly/3IHA23gChapters00:00 The Partnership with Rogue03:49 Innovations in the ARC Product Line10:46 The Evolution of Product Development17:55 Challenges of Intellectual Property25:45 Transitioning the Business Model34:39 Future Directions and Collaborations41:18 The Blurring Lines of Competitive Advantage45:09 Navigating the AI Landscape and Personal Challenges48:11 The Complexity of Innovation and Idea Ownership52:03 The Challenges of Intellectual Property in a Competitive Market58:17 The Need for Systemic Change in Idea Protection01:02:59 Building Relationships and Community in the Industry

Chapters00:00 Random Questions06:22 Survey Results15:00 6 Potential Home Gym Trends

LinksPower Bells WebsiteHomeGymCon TixChapters00:00 Introduction to Bill Engel and Power Bells12:14 Prototyping and Feedback from HomeGymCon23:13 Improvements and Innovations in Power Bells29:55 Embracing the Free Fall of Faith37:38 Engaging with the Fitness Community45:17 Launching Power Bells and Future Innovations50:13 Advice for Aspiring Inventors

LinksEStack: https://estack.reponestrength.com/RepOne Website: https://www.reponestrength.com/Jordan's LI Post: http://bit.ly/3JBWZp4Chapters00:00 Introduction to Jordan Burke and Rep One Strength02:18 The Journey of Open Barbell and Velocity-Based Training05:11 Transition from Engineering to Powerlifting Coaching07:47 The Birth of Squats in Science10:00 Understanding Velocity-Based Training10:20 Evolution from Open Barbell to Rep One Strength13:56 Current Products and Future Directions of Rep One Strength17:41 The Concept and Development of eStack22:20 The Vision Behind eStack27:25 Integration and Compatibility with Existing Equipment31:21 Comparing eStack with Competitors37:04 User Experience and Automation in Training41:24 Feedback from Early Adopters and Market Response44:59 Future of Digital Weight Technology57:39 Certification, Pricing, and Market Strategy

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 influences most of your home gym purchasing decisions?20:05: Home Gym Fitness Equipment Market Predictions23:45: 7 Questions to Watch in the Home Gym World Over the Next Year

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 home gym design, and the importance of content creation in the fitness space. They also explore the future of home gym equipment and the lessons learned throughout Adam's entrepreneurial journey.

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 insights on specialty machines and data from their audience regarding gym equipment preferences, concluding with a discussion on ideal specialty machines for home gyms.

Outline00:00 Toe Spacer Update and Running Gear03:00 Training Regimen and Workout Preferences05:59 Home Gym Equipment and Maintenance08:56 Innovative Home Gym Products and Ideas17:19 Home Gym Con Details and Competitions25:11 Products We Wish Existed

LinksHomeGymConTAKEOVER StrengthDown to the WireOutline0:00 Introduction and Background1:46 Feedback and Community Response04:42 Transition to Takeover Strength07:32 Challenges in the Barbell Market10:36 Product Lifecycle and Market Dynamics13:34 Partnership and Collaboration18:09 Launch of New Products21:56 Intellectual Property and Innovation24:12 Introduction to Takeover Strength27:26 Innovative Product Development32:22 Collaborations and Industry Connections36:10 Reflections on Successes and Mistakes41:33 Impact of Tariffs on the Industry54:23 Future of Manufacturing in the Fitness Industry57:40 The Evolution of Barbells and Innovation01:00:08 The Impact of Manufacturing Choices01:02:54 Economic Perspectives on Gym Equipment01:06:18 Consumer Behavior and Gym Equipment Purchases 01:08:43 Navigating Industry Challenges and Brand Identity01:16:09 Future Aspirations and New Beginnings01:19:29 Rich's Journey: From Gambling to Business Success