The MTNTOUGH Podcast

Dustin Diefenderfer Founder and CEO of MTNTOUGH Fitness
Podcast The MTNTOUGH Podcast

Welcome to the MTNTOUGH Podcast, where we explore the intersection of physical fitness and mental toughness through the lens of backcountry hunting, military, mountain sports, and the great outdoors. Hosted by the founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, Dustin Diefenderfer, this podcast takes a deep dive into the physical and mental preparation required for the unique challenges of high-altitude, extreme-terrain adventures. Each episode features inspirational stories, advice, in-depth conversations with athletes, trainers, and experts in the fields of fitness, nutrition, and mental performance. From endurance training and strength conditioning to mental toughness and mindfulness, we explore cutting-edge science and real-world strategies that enable outdoor athletes to push their limits and achieve their goals. Whether you're a seasoned backcountry hunter, an outdoorsman, or simply someone who wants to crush it in the backcountry, the MTNTOUGH Podcast is your go-to source for practical tips, expert insights, campfire tales, and inspiring stories of perseverance and triumph. Tune in each week to discover new ways to elevate your physical and mental fitness, and join us in the pursuit of excellence.

  1. Corey Anderson: From MMA to Bear Hunts: How Balances MMA, Hunting and Faith

    VOR 4 TAGEN

    Corey Anderson: From MMA to Bear Hunts: How Balances MMA, Hunting and Faith

    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, sharing his hunting and fishing adventures on social media under the handle "Outdoors with Overtime"​​. Follow him on Instagram at @outdoorswithovertime. ---- What is MTNTOUGH Fitness? MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go. Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes. SOCIAL LINKS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outdoorswithovertime/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzTI8P5C5FPuLF9leVqRyA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Outdoors-With-Overtime-100082541540567/?_rdr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@outdoorswithovertime

    2 Std. 12 Min.
  2. Exposing The Dark Side of Tech Addiction (w/Michael Easter) | MTNT POD #75

    30. JULI

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

    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 a troubled teen and surprising revelations. Don’t miss this captivating discussion that might just change how you view your relationship with technology and consumption. Tune in now to uncover the secrets behind the scarcity loop and find out what you can do to break free! 🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/ 🇺🇸 Merch: https://mtntough.com/collections/merch Join Michael's Newsletter / Two Percent Community: https://www.twopct.com/ ---- What is MTNTOUGH? MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go. Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Solving short-term stress with long-term consequences 00:04:30 - The 80th Anniversary Trip 00:08:11 - The Power of Training Alone in the Mountain Training for Fitness Lab Community 00:12:10 - Building Bonds through Challenges 00:15:42 - The Importance of Teamwork 00:19:26 - The Danger of Scarcity Brain 00:23:15 - The Changing Nature of Consumption and Status 00:26:35 - The Scarcity Loop in Slot Machines 00:30:05 - The Grandparents' Phone Addiction 00:34:04 - The Impact of Social Media Addiction 00:37:15 - The Hidden Damage of Phone Addiction 00:40:42 - The Turtle Box - A Game-Changing Bluetooth Speaker 00:44:26 - The Impact of Food Processing on Eating Speed and Weight Loss 00:47:53 - The 48 Hour Principle and Long-Term Upsides 00:51:51 - The Scarcity Loop and Outdoor Recreation 00:55:33 - The Impact of Technology on Mental Health 00:59:51 - Using Apps Mindfully 01:03:26 - The Expedition and Q&A Sessions 01:07:04 - Urban Survival and Fitness Training 01:11:01 - Physical and Mental Transformation

    1 Std. 15 Min.
  3. Bo Nickal: The SECRET Behind His Success in UFC

    23. JULI

    Bo Nickal: The SECRET Behind His Success in UFC

    🐏 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 national championship, and was a finalist at the 2020 US Olympic Team Trials and a Final X contestant in 2019. As a collegiate wrestler, Nickal was a three-time NCAA Division I national champion (finalist in 2016) and a three-time Big Ten Conference champion out of Pennsylvania State University. Considered one of the most accomplished Nittany Lions of all-time, Nickal earned the 2019 Dan Hodge Trophy as the nation's most outstanding collegiate wrestler, was a two-time Schalles Award winner as the nation's best pinner and was also named the 2019 Big Ten Athlete of the Year. Thank you to our sponsors. Please support them: SIG SAUER: https://www.sigsauer.com/ MTN OPS: Checkout MTN OPS x MTNTOUGH Co-Branded Hydrate Flavor: ⁠https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/5gJbz1⁠ *Use Code MTNTOUGH to get free shipping. TURTLEBOX Audio: Use promo code TOUGH for a free Turtlebox hat with purchase of a Gen2 speaker. https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2 ---- What is MTNTOUGH? MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go. Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Lessons of Winning and Losing 00:02:58 - Wrestling Clinic in Great Falls 00:05:36 - Team Dynamics and Communication 00:07:58 - Finding Balance with Hunting 00:10:25 - From Archery to Firearms 00:12:54 - Recommendations for Mountain Ops Supplements 00:15:32 - Family Dynamic and Cultural Experiences 00:17:51 - The Importance of Faith and Family 00:20:33 - Living a life of faith and example 00:23:10 - Supporting Like-minded Individuals 00:25:42 - Leaving a Positive Impact 00:28:16 - Appreciating Different Christian Worship Styles 00:30:31 - Different ways to communicate with God 00:32:51 - A Father's Support in Pursuing a Passion 00:35:24 - Conquer Your Goals with Mountain TFF 00:38:12 - Discovering a Passion for Wrestling 00:40:35 - The Pursuit of Improvement 00:43:02 - Lessons Learned from Winning and Losing 00:45:20 - The Pursuit of Material Possessions 00:48:00 - Finding Consistency and Gratitude

    51 Min.
  4. Dr. Jason Selk: Game-Changing Mindset Adjustments

    16. JULI

    Dr. Jason Selk: Game-Changing Mindset Adjustments

    🐏 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-balance and health for his clients. To learn more about Jason, follow him on Instagram at @drjasonselk Thank you to our sponsors. Please support them: SIG SAUER: https://www.sigsauer.com/ MTN OPS: Checkout MTN OPS x MTNTOUGH Co-Branded Hydrate Flavor: ⁠https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/5gJbz1⁠ TURTLEBOX Audio: Use promo code TOUGH for a free Turtlebox hat with purchase of a Gen2 speaker. https://turtleboxaudio.com/products/turtlebox-speaker-gen-2 ---- What is MTNTOUGH? MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The Dedicated Our premier functional fitness programming is conveniently packaged for hunters, first responders, military, and mountain athletes. Train at home, at the gym, or on the go. Since 2016, MTNTOUGH has been dedicated to helping individuals achieve their personal goals by creating a foundation for physical and mental toughness. The brand’s best-in-class programs are developed, tested, and proven by former Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and renowned physical trainers. MTNTOUGH+ programs are used by elite groups and operators, including special ops forces, wildland firefighters, backcountry hunters, professional mountain athletes, and more. The MTNTOUGH fitness lab is headquartered in Bozeman, Montana, surrounded by some of the world’s top mountain athletes.

    1 Std. 21 Min.

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Welcome to the MTNTOUGH Podcast, where we explore the intersection of physical fitness and mental toughness through the lens of backcountry hunting, military, mountain sports, and the great outdoors. Hosted by the founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, Dustin Diefenderfer, this podcast takes a deep dive into the physical and mental preparation required for the unique challenges of high-altitude, extreme-terrain adventures. Each episode features inspirational stories, advice, in-depth conversations with athletes, trainers, and experts in the fields of fitness, nutrition, and mental performance. From endurance training and strength conditioning to mental toughness and mindfulness, we explore cutting-edge science and real-world strategies that enable outdoor athletes to push their limits and achieve their goals. Whether you're a seasoned backcountry hunter, an outdoorsman, or simply someone who wants to crush it in the backcountry, the MTNTOUGH Podcast is your go-to source for practical tips, expert insights, campfire tales, and inspiring stories of perseverance and triumph. Tune in each week to discover new ways to elevate your physical and mental fitness, and join us in the pursuit of excellence.

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