Description

In this episode of Home Gym History, Rob and Daniel, also known as Dr. Tatty Waffles, discuss their experiences at HomeGymCon, the evolution of home gym setups, and the importance of community in fitness. Daniel shares insights about his gym equipment, including his Eleko rack and Vultra cable system, and reflects on his journey from P90X to barbell training. The conversation also delves into the origin of Daniel's unique online persona, his collaboration with Darko on a product for the Voltra, and his thoughts on various gym brands and innovations in the fitness space. The episode concludes with a light-hearted discussion about Daniel's gym branding, the Salty Goat, and the importance of personal touches in home gym setups.🏠

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Find Daniel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_tattywaffles/

Find Rob on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@vintageweightspgh?si=nHp71Y9ez0dudjeR

Chapters

• 00:00 Welcome to Home Gym History
• 00:30 Reflections on HomeGymCon
• 03:02 Exploring Home Gym Equipment
• 08:31 Diving into Barbells and Plates
• 13:20 The Story Behind Dr. Tatty Waffles
• 19:10 Life in Ohio and Home Gym Evolution
• 23:19 The Vintage vs. New Equipment Debate
• 25:27 Collaboration Origins: The Darko Connection
• 34:06 Innovative Product Development: From Idea to Prototype
• 37:05 Future Innovations: What's Next for Daniel?
• 45:34 The Salty Goat: Gym Decor and Personal Branding