Fitness Industry Veteran and Chisel Fit Founder, Joe Ellis

Outline00:00 This or That: The Big 4 or Everything Else?03:11 HomeGymCon Update04:17 Survey Results11:26 Items tough to get rid ofSee you at HomeGymCon?

Outline00:00 Introduction to Temple of Gainz02:54 Yoni's Home Gym Journey5:44 The Evolution of Temple of Gainz08:33 Challenges and Triumphs in Business11:45 Customer Experience and Branding14:36 Product Development and Innovation17:32 Timeline of Growth and Sales20:14 Marketing Strategies and Community Engagement22:57 The Impact of Social Media and Reviews26:16 Future Plans and Expansion41:36 Building a Personal Gym and Showroom43:59 Establishing Temple of Gainz' Reputation44:57 Navigating Customer Feedback and Sales49:15 Challenges of Running a Fitness Equipment Business01:11:49 The Launch of the QuadSend Machine01:17:31 Designing the Ultimate Home Gym Machine01:22:05 Prototyping and Manufacturing Insights01:28:38 Kickstarter Launch Strategy01:35:38 Integrating New Technologies in Fitness01:50:16 Future Vision for Temple of Gainz

Learn more about the product at https://www.chiselfit.com/________In this episode of the Garage Gym Experiment podcast, host Jake Jaworski interviews Joe Ellis, founder of Chisel Fit. Joe shares his extensive background in the fitness industry, detailing his journey from working in retail to innovating fitness equipment. He discusses the development of Chisel Fit, focusing on the unique features of their new rower, which aims to enhance workout efficiency and versatility. Joe emphasizes the importance of consumer education and market positioning for new fitness products, and shares his aspirations for the future of Chisel Fit as a brand known for innovation in the fitness space.________Outline00:00 Introduction to Joe Ellis and Chisel Fit02:03 Joe's Journey in the Fitness Industry05:36 Innovations in Fitness Equipment Design12:01 The Evolution of Chisel Fit17:52 Product Development and Market Challenges23:39 The Unique Features of the Chisel Rower28:05 Innovative Resistance Mechanisms in Rowing Machines34:44 Versatility and Unique Features of the Rower40:25 Market Positioning and Target Audience43:45 Production Timeline and Future Products53:50 Vision for Chisel Fit's Future

In this episode of the Garage Gym Experiment podcast, host Jake Jaworski interviews Matt Moore, a product manager at Major Fitness. Matt shares his journey from sports and fitness to working in China, where he transitioned from teaching English to a career in mobile gaming and eventually to fitness equipment. He discusses his passion for strongman competitions, the differences between strongman events in China and the US, and how Major Fitness is positioning itself in the home gym market. The conversation delves into the importance of quality over budget, the company's focus on innovation, and the future of weight resistance technology. Matt emphasizes the significance of user experience and the need for home gym equipment to be both functional and appealing to encourage fitness enthusiasts to stay active.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Matt Moore and His Fitness Journey02:42 Transitioning to Strongman Training06:04 Strongman Competitions in China vs. the US08:52 Matt's Competitive Aspirations in Strongman11:53 Joining Major Fitness: Initial Impressions14:39 Product Development and Design Philosophy at Major Fitness17:48 Major Fitness's Position in the Home Gym Market25:31 Building Trust in Home Gym Equipment27:41 Navigating Chinese Manufacturing and Sourcing30:35 Protecting Intellectual Property in Manufacturing32:03 Innovation and Product Development at Major Fitness38:43 The Future of Weight Resistance Technology44:13 Connecting with Customers Through Live Events46:34 Encouraging Home Gym Usage for Health

In this episode of the Garage Gym Experiment podcast, host Jake Jaworski interviews Eric, an orthopedic surgeon and founder of Vast Strength. Eric shares his journey from being a farm kid in Illinois to becoming a surgeon and a home gym enthusiast. He discusses the evolution of his home gym, the challenges he faced during the COVID pandemic, and how he transitioned into creating gym equipment. The conversation also touches on the role of YouTube in promoting his brand and the importance of innovation in the home gym space. Eric's passion for fitness and helping others is evident throughout the discussion, as he shares insights on the intersection of health and home gym equipment.

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: Kratos vs. Belt Squat18:27 Basement vs. Garage Gym: The Ideal Setup20:58 Dumbbell Dilemma: Full Set vs. Adjustable22:28 Home Gym Upgrades: What You Can't Live Without

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 Survey Results: Tech in the Home Gym Space15:44 This or That: Home Gym Equipment Choices20:54 Conclusion and Sign-Off

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