
Welcome to The MTNTOUGH Podcast, hosted by Dustin Diefenderfer, founder of MTNTOUGH, the #1 fitness app for the dedicated. In this podcast, we explore holistic physical, mental, and spiritual toughness through backcountry hunting, military, and mountain sports. Each episode offers practical tips, expert insights, and inspiring stories for hunters, first responders, and outdoor enthusiasts. Enhance... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 193 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Health & Fitness | |||

Brant Hansen joins the MTNTOUGH Podcast for a raw, honest conversation about why so many men in their 40s and 50s feel lost, anxious, and joyless. He breaks down the performance-based mindset that worked in school and early career but eventually brea... more
Gray Thornton, President and CEO of the Wild Sheep Foundation, joins the MTNTOUGH Podcast for a powerful conversation on the “strenuous life,” mental toughness, and why comfort is slowly killing men. He shares his journey from corporate America and s... more
Trent Fisher of Born and Raised Outdoors joins the MTNTOUGH Podcast for a raw conversation on raising kids in the hunting industry, the double-edged sword of technology and AI, and how a devastating flood stripped everything away and rebuilt his purp... more
Sam Soholt joins the MTNTOUGH Podcast to discuss the current state of public lands and hunting in America. From fighting legislation that threatens millions of acres to the mental toughness forged in the wilderness, Sam shares why these wild places a... more
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Not only are the work outs and training great, but the spiritual and mental toughness training is very inspiring and life changing,
This show should be mandatory listening for anyone looking for a better path through modern life.
You should have Chad Warren on as a guest. He has the take and read podcast. He is a pastor in Kalispell. Big time into Elk hunting and CrossFit.
Thank you for including Christian values in your shows.
Absolutely amazing podcast! This is my favorite podcast, great content on making big changes to your life. I’ve also been doing mtn tough programming for a little over a year and it has changed my life! Keep up the great work!
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The show blends grit, mindset, and real-world toughness through conversations with endurance athletes, hunters, veterans, and high-achieving performers. Episodes frequently explore mental resilience, training methodology, backcountry preparedness, and the intersection of physical challenge with faith and community. Guests range from world‑class endurance athletes to conservationists and faith-based leaders, often weaving practical training tips with personal stories of discipline, leadership, and perseverance. The format tends to spotlight actionable takeaways for athletes, first responders, and outdoor enthusiasts, with sponsorships and program discussions woven in. A notable strength is its ability to connect extreme disciplines—ultras, h... more
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Recent guests on MTNTOUGH Podcast include:
1. Trent Fisher
2. Sam Soholt
3. Zach Bitter
4. Jim Shockey
5. Kyle Camp
6. Mark Huelsing
7. Dean Karnazes
8. Fred Eichler
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