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East Meets West HuntNo Time to Train? Building Consistency for Busy Hunters w/ Todd Bumgardner // Pack Mule Training Co.Beau Martonik talks with Todd Bumgardner of Pack Mule Training Co. about staying consistent with training when time is limited. They discuss realistic fitness for busy hunters, how to adapt workouts to fit your life, and why consistency matters more than intensity. Todd shares practical advice for year-round training, redefining success, and building habits that support long-term health, performance, and enjoyment in the field.
Topics:
00:00:00 — Intro
00:04:20 — Why “not enough time” is the biggest fitness lie
00:10:21 — Sleep, hydration, and the small habits that actually matter
00:17:38 — Todd’s path to coachi...
2026-02-031h 46
East Meets West HuntTrain Slow to Hunt Until You’re 80: Zone 1 & 2 Conditioning with Todd BumgardnerBeau Martonik teams up with Todd Bumgardner from Pack Mule Training Co. for a winter ruck as they discuss effective training methods for hunting. Todd has been a strength and conditioning coach for the last 19 years and spent 8 years as a human performance coach for a Tier 1 tactical unit. They explore aerobic threshold testing and the importance of low-intensity workouts for building endurance and mental resilience. Their conversation touches on applying training in outdoor settings and the role of proper nutrition in maintaining energy levels. They emphasize the importance of consistency in off-season fitness and the role of ongoing...
2026-01-271h 00
The WhitetailDNA PodcastEP 89 | How Hunters Can Maximize Performance In The Woods With Todd Bumgardner (Pack Mule Training)Welcome back to the WhitetailDNA Podcast! On today's episode, we are joined by Todd Bumgardner of Pack Mule Training to break down what we should be doing in and out of the gym to boost our performance in the woods. Todd shares his extensive background and education in strength and conditioning, and what shaped Pack Mule's training approach to building hunters who can perform year-round when it matters most. We dig into common red flags in the hunting industry, how to spot fluff vs function, and why credibility and real-world experience are critical when choosing a coach. Todd also...
2025-12-311h 03
The Fair Chase PodcastTraining for the Hunt w/ Todd BumgardnerMid-October means bucks are moving and we're deep into whitetail season on The Fair Chase podcast. This week, we're back with repeat guest Todd Bumgardner from H uman Predator Pack Mule to dive into the physical and mental demands of mobile public land hunting.
We cover:
- Why whitetail hunting fitness is more than just "walking to your stand"
- The reality of tracking wounded deer and dealing with hunting's hardest moments
- How getting comfortable with discomfort in training translates to success in the field
- Breaking down the physical demands: cardio for the approach, strength for the...
2025-10-2448 min
East Meets West Hunt13 Things You Should Know Before Your First Western Hunt w/ Todd Bumgardner // Human Predator Pack MuleBeau Martonik is joined by Todd Bumgardner, strength and conditioning coach, author, and founder of Human Predator Pack Mule. He trains Tier 1 tactical operators, backcountry hunters, and everyone in between while hunting all over the country himself. They discuss some critical things to prepare for a western hunt, including physical training, building mental toughness, combatting altitude sickness, building hunt plans, emergency preparedness, food planning, and much more! You can find more information on these topics by signing up for our exclusive email series here.Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:05 - Reconnecting and Catching Up
00:06:38...
2025-03-181h 38
The Fair Chase PodcastBuilding Strength for the Hunt w/ Todd BumgardnerIn this episode, we sit down with Todd Bumgardner, founder of Human Predator Packmule, to talk about the physical demands of hunting and how to train effectively for the backcountry. Todd shares why most hunters fail in their fitness goals, the difference between training for hunting versus other sports, and how a strong aerobic base is the key to recovery and endurance in the field.
We also cover:
- Why most New Year's fitness resolutions fail
- The biggest training mistakes hunters make
- How to build st...
2025-01-3136 min
Beyond Strength ShowSELF TALK FOR HYBRID ATHLETES | THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW | CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNERConnect with Beyond Strength on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbeyondstrength/
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2024-06-2119 min
Beyond Strength ShowIS CROSSFIT HYBRID ATHLETE TRAINING? | THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW | CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNERConnect with Beyond Strength on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbeyondstrength/
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2024-06-0741 min
East Meets West HuntBuilding the Physical Conditioning House for Hunting Anywhere with Todd Bumgardner // Human Predator Pack MuleBeau Martonik is joined by Todd Bumgardner, strength and conditioning coach, author, and founder of Human Predator Pack Mule. He trains Tier 1 tactical operators, backcountry hunters, and everyone in between while hunting all over the country himself. They discuss the importance of conditioning and training for hunting, focusing on the differences between aerobic and anaerobic systems, recovery, and injury prevention. The conversation covers the concept of the conditioning house, heart rate training, age and physical performance, and the Backcountry Ready Summer Program.Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:08:50 - Understanding the Aerobic and Anaerobic Systems for...
2024-06-041h 41
Beyond Strength ShowWHY YOUR ENDURANCE HAS PLATEAUED | THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW | CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNERConnect with Beyond Strength on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbeyondstrength/
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2024-05-3146 min
Beyond Strength ShowWHEN TO QUIT ON YOUR GOALS | THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW | CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNERConnect with Beyond Strength on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbeyondstrength/
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2024-05-241h 05
Beyond Strength ShowWHAT IS HYBRID ATHLETE TRAINING | THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW | CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNERWell, if you’re a Beyond Strength member, you’re already doing it (in one form). But Chris and Todd break it down for you in the newest episode of The Beyond Strength Show.
They also lay out example training weeks and talk about how to get back into running.
Episode on how to add running to your training: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0fdHwWXMlpHWB11mPDBec8?si=rXO9HxHSRi6RWPfV1qRddA
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2024-04-2649 min
Beyond Strength ShowYOUR NUTRITION QUESTIONS ANSWERED I BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW I CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNERConnect with Beyond Strength on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbeyondstrength/
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2024-04-191h 01
Beyond Strength Show2024 DC ROCK N ROLL 1/2 MARATHON RECAP I BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW I CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNERConnect with Beyond Strength on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsbeyondstrength/
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2024-03-221h 00
Beyond Strength ShowHOW TO NAIL A DIFFICULT TRAINING WEEK I BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW I CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNERDifficult training weeks are a part of the fitness process. You might curse your coach and everyone who’s ever loved them while you’re in the thick of hard a session, but we need those sessions to push ourselves forward. The rub is that we must be smart about how we approach them. But the good news is with a few tactics and skills, you can nail difficult training weeks and get the full benefit of all that sweat and strain. And all that cursing won’t be for nothin’.
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2024-03-1832 min
Beyond Strength ShowSTRENGTH METHODS EXPLAINED I THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW I CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNERIs there a difference between muscular endurance and strength endurance?
Plus:
CHRIS’S DEEPEST FEAR
TODD’S DISDAIN FOR CONDIMENTS
STRENGTH METHODS
STRENGTH TRAINING FOR SELECTIONS
YOUTH TRAINING AND EARLY SPECIALIZATION IN SPORTS
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2024-02-2353 min
Beyond Strength ShowHOW TO BALANCE STRENGTH AND... I THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW I CHRIS MERRITT AND TODD BUMGARDNERIn today's episode, we'll outline how to concurrently train for various disciplines... specific capacities, layering skills, and recovering from it all.
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Chris and Todd
2024-02-1643 min
Beyond Strength ShowHOW TO TRACK YOUR FITNESS PROGRESS I THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW I CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNERWe all want to see the fruits of our labor, right? Why would we do anything, other than something that’s purely pleasurable, if we can’t eventually note measurable progress? Well, unless we are seeing measurable results, or we’re getting some kind of pleasure, we typically stop doing the thing. So, we need to give ourselves reasons to keep doing the thing.
Fitness progress can feel slow because, well, sometimes it is. However, sometimes you’re making progress and you don’t realize it because you just don’t know how to measure it. That’s especially t...
2024-02-0958 min
Beyond Strength ShowHEART RATE ZONES FOR TRAINING I THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW I CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNEROn this episode of The Beyond Strength Show, Chris and Todd discuss heart rate training zones. The physiological benefits of the different zones, the mental side of things, and dive into practical application with real-world training examples.
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Chris and Todd
2024-02-021h 16
Beyond Strength ShowHOW TO SET PHYSICAL GOALS IN 2024 I THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW I CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNEROn this episode of The Beyond Strength Show, Chris and Todd discuss how to set physical goals in 2024, and they share their physical goals with you.
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Chris and Todd
2024-01-271h 03
East Meets West HuntOff-season Physical Training to Make You A Better Hunter with Todd BumgardnerBeau Martonik is joined by Todd Bumgardner, strength and conditioning coach, author, and founder of Human Predator Pack Mule. He trains Tier 1 tactical operators, backcountry hunters, and everyone in between while hunting all over the country himself. They discuss Beau’s journey with fitness, ways to stay consistent, a tiered approach to fitness for hunting, intensity levels, the HPPM program, mistakes hunters make when preparing for hunts, how it relates to whitetail hunting, and much more!Topics:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:09:55 - How Beau got connected with Todd 4 years ago and Todd's background
00:15:32 - Beau's jo...
2024-01-161h 30
Beyond Strength ShowEND OF YEAR RANDOMNESS I THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW I CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNEROn this episode of The Beyond Strength Show, Chris and Todd look absolutely horrendous and talk through random subjects to close out the year. You'll laugh, you'll have some deep shit to think about, and you'll get a list of our favorite books we each read this year.
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Chris and Todd
2024-01-0658 min
Beyond Strength ShowWHAT WE LEARNED IN 2023 I THE BEYOND STRENGTH SHOW I CHRIS MERRITT & TODD BUMGARDNEROn this episode of The Beyond Strength Show, Chris and Todd discuss what they’ve learned in 2023… and YOU get to walk away with two killer tools to plan your 2024 (among other things, of course).
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Chris and Todd
2023-12-221h 07
KIFARUCASTTodd Bumgardner - Human Predator PackmuleAron welcomes Todd Bumgardner to the the podcast. Todd is a fitness trainer who started Human Predator Packmule, an online fitness training course for the backcountry hunter. From functional movements, to nutrition to body maintenance, they talk about how to get into and stay in backcountry shape. They chat about some of the most efficient methods to maximize your fitness to make life during hunting season easier and give you longevity in the field.
2023-08-311h 17KIFARUCASTTodd Bumgardner - Human Predator PackmuleAron welcomes Todd Bumgardner to the the podcast. Todd is a fitness trainer who started Human Predator Packmule, an online fitness training course for the backcountry hunter. From functional movements, to nutrition to body maintenance, they talk about how to get into and stay in backcountry shape. They chat about some of the most efficient methods to maximize your fitness to make life during hunting season easier and give you longevity in the field.
2023-08-311h 17The Fair Chase PodcastEpic Trails & Wild Tales with Todd BumgardnerJoin us on The Fair Chase podcast for a bonus episode of our exciting hunting story series with Todd Bumgardner.
Today, Todd shares his love for hunting stories and the elements that make them unforgettable as we explore the structure of a good hunting story with pivotal moments and decision-making processes.
We also discuss:
- A thrilling journey to Alaska for a Caribou hunt
- An epic 500-mile drive up the Hall Road.
- Facing a challenging back injury and managing the pain during the trip.
- Dilemma of choosing the...
2023-08-0743 minThe Fair Chase PodcastGetting Your Body Right for Hunting SeasonAs part of our ongoing series designed to prepare listeners for the fall deer hunting season, this episode of the Fair Chase podcast features a conversation with Todd Bumgardner.
A seasoned strength and conditioning coach, Todd gives us an insight into his 17-year-long career and how he is shaping hunters and outdoorsmen to meet the physical demands of their lifestyle.
In our deep dive, Todd shares his unique perspective on the intersection of physical fitness and hunting, dispelling the stereotype of the "unfit" hunter. As the owner of a gym in Northern Virginia...
2023-07-1243 minThe Fair Chase PodcastFrom Rookie to Reverence: The Journey of a HunterWelcome to another episode of The Fair Chase Podcast!
Join us as we delve into the world of hunting with Todd Bumgardner. Todd shares some incredible hunting stories and insights that will leave you inspired and longing for your own hunting adventures.
In this episode, we explore a wide range of topics related to hunting:
- Josh's unique journey into hunting, breaking away from a non-hunting family tradition
- The significance of companionship and camaraderie in the hunting community
- Todd's Alaskan hunting experiences, including encounters with Caribou and the challenges...
2023-06-1643 min
Building Stronger CreativesEp 23: How I'm Using Physical Training to Prepare for an Epic Backpacking TripThree weeks from today, I take off for New Zealand. Here's how I've prepared.
If you know me personally or follow me on social media you know that I've been preparing for this trip nearly this entire year.
There was gear to buy, wilderness skills to study, hikes to book and lots and lots of logistics to arrange.
I also needed to prepare my physical body, since my trip is going to involve two long multi-night backpacking trips in the hiking as well as lots of potential day hikes. All in all, I'll be hiking anywhere from 60-100 miles in...
2022-11-3034 min
The Origins Foundation PodcastTodd Bumgardner || The Philosophy of ‘Failure’Strength and conditioning coach (and avid hunter) Todd Bumgardner catches up with Robbie on the tail of an unsuccessful hunt in Alaska. The two have a short and shape conversation on the idea of ‘failure’ and of the pressure we put on ourselves as hunters.See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_SubscribeMusic: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.ioPodcast is brought to you by:Bushnell: https://www.bushnell.com L...
2022-11-2240 min
Coach Catalyst PodcastEpisode 11 - Todd BumgardnerGrowing up, our speaker narrates how hard life was for him when he was young. But, despite the hardships he had gone through he had this optimism inside him which led to his success. He explains in detail the importance of execution and not just having the knowledge. He also elaborates the importance of working on skills like awareness and compartmentalization, he also goes deep regarding finding your niche and finding your space in the market. 7:06-7:38 Todd talks about his struggles and origin from where he started 8:31-8:41 T...
2022-10-231h 10
Building the Elite PodcastTraining During the Qualification Course - Todd Bumgardner - Ep. 27Todd Bumgardner is a human performance coach at a tier one special operations unit. He works with operators during their qualification course. To do this well, he must balance their immediate physical training needs with the demands of their qual course, and ensure that he keeps them at a high level of performance without impairing their readiness for crucial work-related tasks and tests like CQB training. On this call, we discuss how he does that. If you'd like to stalk Todd, you can do so here:Instagram - @todd_bumgardnerInstagram - @hu...
2022-08-1651 min
East Meets West Hunt5 Biggest Backcountry Training Mistakes with Todd Bumgardner // Human Predator PackmuleOn this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Todd Bumgardner, strength and conditioning coach, author, and founder of Human Predator Pack Mule. He trains Tier 1 tactical operators, backcountry hunters, and everyone in between while hunting all over the country himself. They discuss the 5 biggest mistakes he sees hunters doing while training for backcountry hunts including not recovery and sleep, high-intensity interval training, how to ruck properly, why strength training is important, building an aerobic base, training athletically, dealing with uncertainty, and much more!Topics:
Human Predator...
2022-05-101h 17
Wachstumskompass"Let the first rep suck" Start ins Trainerbusiness mit Alexander Gelfius"Let The First Rep Suck" ist der Titel eines Buches von Todd Bumgardner.
Trainer, Autor (offensichtlich) und Alex's Mentor.
In dieser Folge sprechen wir über den Start als Trainer, das Scheitern, Lernen, Trainingsdesign, die Kommunikation mit Klienten und vieles mehr!
Viel Spaß beim Hören.
2022-01-2053 min
Wachstumskompass"Let the first rep suck" Start ins Trainerbusiness mit Alexander Gelfius"Let The First Rep Suck" ist der Titel eines Buches von Todd Bumgardner.
Trainer, Autor (offensichtlich) und Alex's Mentor.
In dieser Folge sprechen wir über den Start als Trainer, das Scheitern, Lernen, Trainingsdesign, die Kommunikation mit Klienten und vieles mehr!
Viel Spaß beim Hören.
2022-01-2053 minWachstumskompass"Let the first rep suck" Strat ins Trainerbusiness mit Alexander Gelfius"Let The First Rep Suck" ist der Titel eines Buches von Todd Bumgardner.
Trainer, Autor (offentsichtlich) und Alex's Mentor.
In dieser Folge sprechen wir über den Start als Trainer, das Scheitern, Lernen, Trainingsdesign, die Kommunikation mit Klienten und vieles mehr!
Viel Spaß beim hören.
Shownotes:
Let The First Rep Suck: The Art of Unconditionally Positive Fitness Coaching
- Todd Baumgartner
2022-01-201h 26
Tom Rowland PodcastTodd Bumgardner - The Human Predator Pack MuleTodd Bumgardner is a fitness coach that has a few specialties, one of those being training for stalk hunting. In this podcast we talk about how you should be training for a hunt, as well as other training specialties that Todd is involved in. I recently had the chance to go on an elk hunt in Montana with my son Turner, and I am so glad I was in good physical fitness for this trip. Todd and I have similar opinions on some training but differ in others. It made for an interesting conversation. If yo...
2021-09-221h 08
Human-Predator-Pack Mule37: Backcountry Medical NecessitiesJimmy Gruenewald of Orion Medical Consulting joins me to talk about the necessary kit and skills every backcountry hunter needs to be prepared for backcountry medical emergencies. Jimmy is a physician’s assistant and a veteran of Afghanistan, serving with the 82nd Airborne and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment.
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2021-09-1053 min
The Strength Faction PodcastFitBiz Real Talk Ep. 1Welcome to a new fitness business podcast series brought to you by Strength Faction. FitBiz Real Talk features fitness business owners Paul Lyngso of the Lyngso Fitness Academy and Metaphysique, as well as Mike Bouranis of Stoked Athletics. They’re joined by the co-founders of Strength Faction, Chris Merritt and Todd Bumgardner. The point is there’s a lot of guru-ish bullshit out there and folks that will tell you that you “have to do it this way.” Well, no you don’t. And FitBiz Real Talk is all about helping you create your own fitness business path.
2021-08-0357 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:36 Training, Nutrition, Logistics QnAThis episode features a QnA where I answer questions about changing training styles depending on the type of hunt, how to manage some logistics with flying to hunt, and managing your nutrition on the hunt.
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2021-07-2122 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:35 Building The EliteI chat with Craig Weller and Jonathan Pope the founders of Building The Elite. Their main gig is prepping candidates for special operations selections. But there’s a lot of crossover between what they do and prepping for backcountry fitness. We talk about appropriate ruck training, mental skills, adaptability, and how to actually train instead of just beating yourself into the ground all the time.
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2021-07-1457 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:34 E-Scouting with Beau MartonikI chat with fellow Pennsylvania boy, Beau Martonik of East Meets West Hunt. Beau tells the story of killing his first bull elk and the e-scouting process that led him to kill it. He also lays out some of the crucial elements of his hunt planning process.
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2021-07-0746 min
BEERS, BROS, & BOWSEPISODE 21 WITH TODD BUMGARDNERI HAD THE PLEASURE OF SITTING DOWN AND TALKING WITH TODD BUMGARDNER FOUNDER OF HUMAN PREDATOR PACK MULE , STRENGTH FACTION AND BEYOND STRENGTH. HES A WRITER, COACH ,HUNTER AND OVERALL A REALLY GOOD DUDE.
2021-06-231h 03Human-Predator-Pack Mule:33 Nutritional Strategy to Prep for the BackcountryHere ya go! A 5 step process to nutritionally prepare your body the backcountry. Covering: fail activity level, how much and what to eat during training, intermittent fasting and training strategy, what type of workouts to do when you’re fasted.
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2021-06-1824 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:32 Summer Rucking TipsThis episode gives you the goods on how to handle your summer rucking. It covers: how much weight to use, what heart rates to work at, what kind of shoes to wear, how to take care of your ankles, core training, etc. If you want to be 100% prepared for summer rucking, this is your episode.
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2021-06-0926 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:31 Mental 1%-ersFlying solo on this one. I lay down my process for improving my mental skills and resilience. And I tell ya a story about why not doing this when I was younger pretty much ruined my college football career.
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2021-06-0330 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:30 Endurance, Recovery, and Coaching with Dan ReeveI chat with UK-based Strength coach and athlete Dan Reeve about using your “1%-ers” to drive recovery, the basics of endurance training, and coaching philosophy.
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2021-05-2553 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:29 Comp Shooting and HuntingJordan Wilcher joins me to share his experience from his first season of competitive shooting and shares some takeaways we can apply to rifle hunting.
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2021-05-061h 30
Human-Predator-Pack Mule:28 How to Prep for High Altitudes When You Don’t Live ThereThis puppy teaches you the HPPM process for training to hunt at higher elevations when you live at lower elevations. Shoot your questions to humanpredatorpackmule@gmail.com
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2021-04-2913 min
East Meets West HuntTrain Smarter, Hunt Longer with Todd Bumgardner // Human Predator Pack MuleOn this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Todd Bumgarder, who is a strength and conditioning coach amongst many other things in regards to fitness. He owns a few different companies, but Human Predator Pack Mule seems to be the most fitting for hunters. His approach to hunting fitness and types of workouts for hunting are unique and approachable to anyone who wants to succeed in the mountains year after year. Todd just started virtually training me for my high country mule deer hunt this Fall, and I can’t wait to se...
2021-04-271h 15The Strength Faction PodcastBuilding Community with Todd BumgardnerIn this episode Todd gives us the goods on how the Strength Faction community came to be and some points you can expect to be fully covered in his upcoming mini course. Give it a listen, then head on over to www.strengthfaction.com to register for the mini courses for just $1.
2021-04-2144 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:27 Hunters And Special OperationsThis episode features my good buddy Doug Kechijian of Resilient Performance Physical Therapy. Doug is brilliant physical therapist and performance coach, an also has a unique experience as a member of the spec ops community. He thinks that backcountry and mountain hunters should prepare like special operators. Tune in to find out why!
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2021-04-151h 06
More Train, Less Pain; Engineering the Adaptable AthleteS1E9: Preparing the Backcountry Athlete with Todd BumgardnerMichelle and Tim are joined by expert human, decent predator, and mediocre pack mule, Todd Bumgardner to chat about getting winded walking up the hills of Central Pennsylvania, disappearing into the Alaskan bush for weeks at a time, and designing training programs for hunters and tactical athletes. Along the way, they foray into topics like;
How most backcountry athletes “mess up” their physical preparation
Learning to “let go” of strength goals to develop a more well-rounded human
The immense and understated value of low level aerobic training
Pack your water purification tablets and compass, because this is one inte...
2021-04-121h 04
More Train, Less Pain; Engineering the Adaptable AthletePreparing the Backcountry Athlete with Todd BumgardnerMichelle and Tim are joined by expert human, decent predator, and mediocre pack mule, Todd Bumgardner to chat about getting winded walking up the hills of Central Pennsylvania, disappearing into the Alaskan bush for weeks at a time, and designing training programs for hunters and tactical athletes. Along the way, they foray into topics like; How most backcountry athletes “mess up” their physical preparation Learning to “let go” of strength goals to develop a more well-rounded human The immense and understated value of low level aerobic training Pack your water purification tablets and compass, because this is one inte...
2021-04-121h 04
Beyond Strength Show11: Introducing the NEW Beyond Strength 💪In this 11th episode of The Beyond Strength Show Chris is joined by his best friend, and business partner, Todd Bumgardner, to discuss some of the exciting changes that are in the works with Beyond Strength.
2021-03-0659 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:26 Mental Skills for Staying in the FieldI chat with my good buddy and hunting partner, Steve Opat, about mental skills for getting through the suck and staying in the field. And it all starts with your mentality while training...
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2021-02-2551 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:25 Train All DayFlying solo on this one! I talk about the strategies we use at HPPM to train all day in preparation for meeting the all day demands of backcountry hunting.
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2021-02-1715 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:24 Supplements Worth TakingThis episode features world renowned nutritionist, Dr. Mike Roussell. We talk about how to evaluate whether or not you should take a certain supplement, which supplements are great for health, which are great for performance, and which are a total waste of money.
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2021-02-031h 08Human-Predator-Pack Mule:23 How to Set Up an Accurate Hunting RifleI’m joined by Hunter and long range shooter Matt Comment. Not only is he one of my good friends, he’s also the guy responsible for turning me into a decent shot. During this episode he talks about how to take a run of the mill rifle and make it an accurate hunting weapon.
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2021-01-2634 minWachstumskompassZielführende Kommunikation mit Alex Gelfius#TO DO FOLGE #7
Für welchen Buchtitel kann man sich beim Lesen in der U-Bahn schämen?
Warum ist es sinnvoll an den eigenen Kommunikationsfertigkeiten zu arbeiten? Wer ist eigentlich Pygmalion?
und vieles mehr
Shownotes:
Dale Carnegie - How To Win Friends and Influence People
Carl Rogers - Unconditional Positive Regard
Kerry Patterson - Crucial Conversations
Todd Bumgardner - Let The First Rep Suck
Brene Brown - The Gifts of Imperfection / Daring Greatly
2021-01-211h 20WachstumskompassZielführende Kommunikation mit Alex Gelfius#TO DO FOLGE #7
Für welchen Buchtitel kann man sich beim Lesen in der U-Bahn schämen?
Warum ist es sinnvoll an den eigenen Kommunikationsfertigkeiten zu arbeiten? Wer ist eigentlich Pygmalion?
und vieles mehr
Shownotes:
Dale Carnegie - How To Win Friends and Influence People
Carl Rogers - Unconditional Positive Regard
Kerry Patterson - Crucial Conversations
Todd Bumgardner - Let The First Rep Suck
Brene Brown - The Gifts of Imperfection / Daring Greatly
2021-01-211h 20Human-Predator-Pack Mule:22 How to Actually Train WomenI chat with UK based strength coach Adam Willis, an expert in female training, about whether or not there are actually any differences in training women versus training men. Spoiler alert: you have to listen to find out.
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2021-01-2053 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:21 Training Tactical OperatorsMy business partner Chris Merritt joins me to talk about how we organize and execute the training for the tactical unit that we train. Chris also killed his first deer this season and he tells that story!
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2021-01-141h 18
PT Profit PodcastHow To Program for Your Clients with Todd BumgardnerWelcome back to another episode of PT Profit Podcast, Coaches! Today we are discussing what it takes to create an effective program for your clients.In this episode, Strength Faction's Todd Bumgardner will share his experience in making a program. Where do you start? How do you program for a variety of skill levels? How do you take care of yourself and keep from burning out as your business gains success?In this episode, you'll hear Todd and I discuss:- How to create effective programs for both new and seasoned c...
2021-01-1457 min
Alaskan OdysseysLook for the MagicPart III from the drive home down Alaska's Famous Haul road. Todd Bumgardner (@HumanPredatorPackmule) and I break into his journal full of field notes to discuss lessons learned during the hunt. Here, in part 3, we discuss the final and - perhaps - most important lesson: Look for the Magic. Like. Follow. Share. That's how these shows grow and can continue to help people pursue their outdoor dreams. Look me up if you are trying to plan your own Alaskan Odyssey. I can work to help you have YOUR ultimate adventure. Happy Hunting. ...
2020-11-1237 min
Alaskan Odysseys2020 Haul Road Caribou Hunt. Part DeuxPart II from the drive home down Alaska's Famous Haul road. Todd Bumgardner (@HumanPredatorPackmule) and I break into his journal full of field notes to discuss lessons learned during the hunt. By the time we recorded this, we had spent nearly two straight weeks together and, well, it shows. After listening. Share it with a friend. Then, see about improving your opportunity for adventure by getting into your own Jetech Inflatable boat. They are game-changers. And always, contact me if you want help putting together YOUR own Alaskan Odyssey. Happy Hunting St...
2020-11-0930 min
Alaskan OdysseysField Notes from 2020's Haul Road Caribou Hunt.Join Todd Bumgardner (@HumanPredatorPackmule) and I as we re-hash the fantastic adventure we had on Alaska's famous 'Haul Road'. I make that pilgrimage at a couple times a year and am striving to become the guru of all things Haul Road Caribou Hunting. Part II coming soon. In the meantime, see about improving your opportunity for adventure by getting into your own Jetech Inflatable boat. They are game-changers. Happy Hunting Steve "Take Care of Eachother. Take Care of the Earth."
2020-11-0549 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:20 Whitetail Chronicles pt. 3Overcoming other hunters with access to the same ground and a new strategy for the mountain and the farm.
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2020-10-1200 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:19 Strength Training for Archery pt. 2This episode adds two more exercises to your strength training for archery repertoire.
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2020-10-0700 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:18 Whitetail Chronicles pt. 2Recap of the opening weekend of archery whitetail season in Virginia...includes a nice little Mexican standoff with a black bear and talk on the strategies that I chose. Check it.
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2020-10-0500 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:17 Three Challenges for HuntersDuring this episode I issue you three challenges to help you develop your predatory skills. Full disclosure: this is stuff I’m working on, too.
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2020-10-0400 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:16 Strength Training for ArcheryThis episode walks you through the types of training and exercises that will ACTUALLY keep you strong and healthy while practicing archery.
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2020-10-0300 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:15 Hip and Low-Back Pain with Dr. Justin RabinowitzDuring this episode I catch up with longtime friend and incredible physical rehab practitioner Dr. Justin Rabinowitz to give you tips and practices to help you prevent and manage low-back and hip pain. It’s something that all backpack hunters know can be issue, so let’s stop it before it starts.
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2020-10-0200 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:14 The Whitetail Chronicles pt. 1We’re starting a new series on the HPPM podcast! During The Whitetail Chronicles, I’m going to lay out the story of my 2020-2021 whitetail season: the strategy, the good, the bad, the ugly...all of it. This first part of the series gives you the low-down on where I hunt and my strategy for opening archery weekend in Virginia.
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2020-10-0115 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:13 3 Tips for In-Season Hunting FitnessThis episode walks you through a few simple things that you can do to maintain your fitness during hunting season so that you perform to your best and stay injury resistant.
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2020-09-3016 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:12 Does Hunting Tackle Matter?After running into some trouble with my compound bow, I get a little into the weeds about the choices of tackle we use to hunt with and how much it matters. Serious bow hunter that thinks crossbows are dumb? Listen to this...
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2020-09-2914 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:11 Nevada Muzzle Loader Mule DeerI chat with my man Jordan Wilcher about his SUCCESSFUL Nevada mule deer muzzle loader hunt...from scouting to pack out. Enjoy!
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2020-09-281h 11Human-Predator-Pack Mule:10 Archery Hunting with Joe FerronatoMy man Joe Ferronato and I have a killer conversation about archery hunting. We talk stalking, practice, beating target panic, and Joe tells some great archery hunting stories...including his archery bison hunt (the pucker factor of that story is serious 😳)
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2020-08-0558 min
Soul Seekers PodcastEp. 46 | The Legacy We Create – with Todd Bumgardner
Everything we do in life has a ripple effect that impacts others. To be mindful and reflective is a skill that take practice and purpose. On this episode, Todd Bumgardner shares his story of why he left hunting and what brought him back to it. Tune in to find out more. Knowledge is power and through this episode you too can become your own #soulfulhunter.
Instagram – @bumtodd
Email – humanpredatorpackmule@gmail.com
The Soulful Hunter Podcast is proudly presented by T&K Hunting Gear. For more information on T&K gear go to TandKhunting.com...
2020-07-3054 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:09 Rust Busters and Tough Pack OutsSteve Opat of Alaskan Odysseys joins me for some good old rabble rousing, chatter on what a rust buster is and why you should get one in early in your hunting season, a meandering chat on mental toughness, and Steve’s first ever pack out as an Alaskan.
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2020-07-281h 25The Strength Faction PodcastNon-Competes, Leadership in Tough Times, and Awkward GoodbyesIn this episode I chat with Todd Bumgardner about the whirlwind that trainers have been through in the last couple of months and the measures that some gyms take to scare them into not making a change for their betterment. We also talk about what employers can focus on instead of scare tactics.If you want to do some research of your own, the website I reference in the talk is www.nrtw.org. I believe that I misspoke in our conversation and I wanted to clear that up here. A right to work state protects employees fro...
2020-07-2042 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:08 Keto and Fat Adaptation with Dr. Mike RoussellDr. Mike Roussell is a nutritionist, author, consultant, and public speaker. Not only that, he’s a guy that actually trains and practices what he preaches. I know first hand...we trained together for quite a while. In this episode he breaks down what keto does, what fat adaptation is, and whether of them are really worth pursuing for backcountry performance.
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2020-07-1754 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:07 Over and Under-Rated Back Packing Gear with Josh HillMan, this is cool! I got to do a podcast episode with one of my closest friends. But it’s not just because he’s my buddy, he’s the most experienced backpacker that I know. In this episode Josh lays out the most over- and under-rated gear for lightweight back packing...just in time for your summer scouting trips.
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2020-07-1045 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:06 Adult Onset Hunting with Kate GalliettI chat with my incredibly rad friend Kate Galliett about becoming an adult onset hunter. She got into hunting in her 30s for some seriously good reasons...and she shared some great stories from last mule deer season.
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2020-07-0954 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:05 Mental Toughness with Michael EasterEver wonder what mental toughness really is and how to develop it? Want a cool hunting story about Alaska? Well, get ready to be happy, this episode of the Human Predator Pack Mule podcast is for you!
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2020-07-0356 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:04 Why Training Hard All The Time is A Huge MistakeThis episode features my mentor, Bill Hartman. He’s a physical therapist, strength and conditioning coach, and one of the most looked up to people in the fitness industry. In this episode, Bill and I break down how to ACTUALLY train your body and what that means...and why training hard all the time is one of the biggest mistakes you can make, and how to actually train to prepare your body for your hunts.
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2020-06-2558 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:03 Matt CommentI had a great conversation with international hunter, Matt Comment. I brought Matt on you tell you about the training that’s worked for him, that hasn’t, and how he’s coming back from neck surgery to get back to the life he loves living...being a great dad and hunting big game on mountains.
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2020-06-2323 minHuman-Predator-Pack Mule:02 How to Hunt the Haul Road for CaribouSteve Opat of Alaskan Odysseys joins me again and we’re talking hunting the famous haul road for caribou. Steve has hunted the haul road for 10 years consecutively, so he knows the deal. We chat about logistics, gear, dealing with daylight, scouting, stalking, shot positions, and meat care.
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2020-06-211h 37Human-Predator-Pack MuleHuman Predator Pack Mule OriginsI chat with Steve Opat of Alaskan Odysseys about the origins of Human Predator Pack Mule, strategies for moving slow while you’re hunting, why you don’t have to tear yourself down to be ready for packing out, hunting industry physical training big orange vs. naïveté, what about motivation?, Don’t be “Instagram.”
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2020-06-201h 24Human-Predator-Pack MuleHuman-Predator-Pack Mule (Trailer)---
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2020-06-1900 min
Stay Healthy New JerseySHNJ 029: Bonus Episode — Todd Bumgardner: Please Help Us Raise Money For A GREAT CauseThis very special episode of features one of Justin's good friends, Todd Bumgardner. This episode is special for so many reasons:
1. Todd is our first guest not located in New Jersey. Todd is the co-CEO of Beyond Strength Performance in Virginia and is the CEO of Strength Faction.
2. Todd just published a book called "Let The First Rep Suck: The Art of Unconditionally Positive Fitness Coaching." You can purchase Todd's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Let-First-Rep-Suck-Unconditionally/dp/0578615843/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=let+the+first+rep+suck&qid=1581971644&sr=8-1
3. The most important reason t...
2020-02-1738 min
The Strength Coach PodcastLet the First Rep Suck with Todd BumgardnerBrought to you by Performbetter.com Highlights of Episode 275 BodyByBoyleOnline.com "Hit The Gym with a Strength Coach" Segment Todd Bumgardner, founder at Beyond Strength Performance and Strength Faction, Author of "Let the First Rep Suck" We spoke about: The good cause "Let the First Rep Suck" proceeds go to Lifecycle of a Client 3 Main Reasons people hire a fitness coach 3 pillars of Fitness Training Motivational Interviewing Much more All the proceeds for the sale of the book go to help fight a rare neurological condition called NBIA
2020-02-141h 56
Fitness Business University PodcastTodd Bumgardner & Chris Merritt from Strength FactionIn this episode Big Tom sits down with Todd Bumgardner and Chris Merritt, who are partners and owners of both Strength Faction, an online education platform & Beyond Strength, a brick and mortar training facility in Northern Virginia. Todd & Chris are 2 of the most well respected minds in Strength and Conditioning and educate coaches and trainers from around the world. Their company Strength Faction has helped hundreds of coaches turn fitness from a passion into a sustainable career. They have also built a very successful training facility in Sterling, VA. Enrollment for the...
2019-08-1947 min
Beyond the KillEP 147: How to Get Our Actions in Line with Our PrioritiesOn this show, Adam is joined by Todd Bumgardner, co-owner of Beyond Strength Performance in Virginia. Todd shares some invaluable insights on topics such as managing stress, proper training volumes, both good and bad training methods, sleep, goal setting, avoiding injuries…the list could go on. If you train or want to train more regularly, you can't miss this episode. @bumtodd @bspnova Beyond Strength Performance --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organization on the planet. Go to...
2019-05-311h 59Beyond the KillEP 147: How to Get Our Actions in Line with Our PrioritiesOn this show, Adam is joined by Todd Bumgardner, co-owner of Beyond Strength Performance in Virginia. Todd shares some invaluable insights on topics such as managing stress, proper training volumes, both good and bad training methods, sleep, goal setting, avoiding injuries…the list could go on. If you train or want to train more regularly, you can't miss this episode. @bumtodd @bspnova Beyond Strength Performance --------------------------- If you are not a member of WSF, it's time to join the best managed conservation organization on the planet. Go to...
2019-05-311h 59
Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew CoatesTodd Bumgardner EP 87: Lost In The Land Of Nice Ideasep 87
2019-04-251h 10
The Robbie Bourke PodcastEpisode 201: Todd Bumgardner - Understanding human behavior and how to develop communication skillsThis episodes guest is Todd Bumgardner from Toddbumgardner.com, Beyond Strength Performance ,and Strength Fraction.
Todd is a fitness coach, writer, business owner, and outdoorsman from the woods and ridges of Central Pennsylvania. He currently lives in Virginia where he co-owns and operates Beyond Strength Performance NOVA--a training gym that features semi-private, group, and personal training. He's also the co-founder, and lead, at Strength Faction--an online coaching and mentoring program designed and committed to helping fitness coaches grow personally and professionally by improving their self-care to avoid burnout and providing them with the program design, coaching, an...
2019-02-211h 08
The Dr. Mike ShowAmping Your Strength GameTodd Bumgardner is a strength and conditioning coach and personal trainer whose robust clientele include NFL linebackers, young athletes, and the average fitness enthusiast. Some of his specialties include football and basketball training, powerlifting, weight loss, and muscle building. Todd is the founder of Strength Faction and provides online coaching, Skype consultations, and fitness and wellness seminar services. He holds a Masters degree in Exercise Science from the California University of Pennsylvania and a Masters degree in Applied Clinical Nutrition from the New York Chiropractic College. Todd joins me to share his vast experience and e...
2018-10-0300 min
3 Things PodcastBusy vs productive, your choices, and more with Strength Faction Co-Founder Todd BumgardnerTodd Bumgardner is the Co-Founder of Beyond Strength and Performance (Sterling, VA) and is one of the Co-Founders of Strength Faction, a professional group I have mentioned a whole bunch on this podcast. More importantly, Todd is one hell of a Coach and you will understand why by the end of this episode. Todd goes really in depth on each topic and brings some seriously actionable takeaways through out. Get your notebook ready for this episode!
To learn more about Todd, you can find him at www.StrengthFaction.com and www.BSPNova.com !
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2018-07-2300 min
LTB PodcastLTBP #60 - Todd Bumgardner: Work:Life Balance & Being Unique"Play the long game and figure out why you're doing this" In this episode with the brilliant Todd Bumgardner we get into: What does Strength Faction do? How to find your work: life balance? Practical tasks to get clearer on your why. How does BSP run client reviews? How do they manage these client reviews in a semi-private model? The importance of being unique.
2017-08-3051 min