Episode 116: Old School Muscle, Elite Results - Dustin Myers
Thu Feb 05 2026
In this episode, we sit down with Dustin Myers of Old School Gym to talk meathead lifting, chase-the-pump training, and transitioning from powerlifting to bodybuilding with longevity in mind. We break down conditioning for muscle growth, training elite wrestlers in-season, and what actually transfers to performance. We also cover building a wrestling-first supplement brand and finish with rapid-fire takes on favorite lifts, overrated exercises, and what separates the great from the average.
The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns.
Chapters
00:00 Intro + training day warm-up
01:09 Chase-the-pump training & meathead lifting philosophy
03:36 Powerlifting → bodybuilding, injuries & longevity
06:44 Conditioning, HYROX, and why cardio helps muscle growth
14:32 Dustin’s roots: garage gyms, old-school mentality, founding Old School Gym
24:51 Breaking into elite wrestling: Tommy Rowlands → Ohio State RTC
39:31 How to train elite wrestlers (in-season priorities, individualization, exercise selection)
48:37 Max Effort Muscle: building a wrestling-first supplement brand
53:03 Rapid fire: favorite lift, overrated exercises, what separates the great
Dustin Myer’s Links:
www.coachmyersstrength.com
www.maxeffortmuscle.com
https://www.instagram.com/coachmyers_gutcheck?igsh=MTRqbm42b2UzazUxMA==
Level up your training with Iron Summit.
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In this episode, we sit down with Dustin Myers of Old School Gym to talk meathead lifting, chase-the-pump training, and transitioning from powerlifting to bodybuilding with longevity in mind. We break down conditioning for muscle growth, training elite wrestlers in-season, and what actually transfers to performance. We also cover building a wrestling-first supplement brand and finish with rapid-fire takes on favorite lifts, overrated exercises, and what separates the great from the average. The Iron Summit podcast provides general health and fitness information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult with your healthcare provider before making any health-related decisions or engaging in new fitness activities mentioned on the podcast. The hosts and producers of Iron Summit are not liable for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on the podcast content. The podcast does not endorse specific products or services unless explicitly stated. Always seek professional medical advice for any health concerns. Chapters 00:00 Intro + training day warm-up 01:09 Chase-the-pump training & meathead lifting philosophy 03:36 Powerlifting → bodybuilding, injuries & longevity 06:44 Conditioning, HYROX, and why cardio helps muscle growth 14:32 Dustin’s roots: garage gyms, old-school mentality, founding Old School Gym 24:51 Breaking into elite wrestling: Tommy Rowlands → Ohio State RTC 39:31 How to train elite wrestlers (in-season priorities, individualization, exercise selection) 48:37 Max Effort Muscle: building a wrestling-first supplement brand 53:03 Rapid fire: favorite lift, overrated exercises, what separates the great Dustin Myer’s Links: www.coachmyersstrength.com www.maxeffortmuscle.com https://www.instagram.com/coachmyers_gutcheck?igsh=MTRqbm42b2UzazUxMA== Level up your training with Iron Summit. Strength Programs that Actually Work: Built for real results — not fluff. https://www.bridgeathletic.com/store/ironsummitgainsemporium-56379 All Iron Summit Links, our Website, Episodes, and Resources: https://bio.site/ironsummit Our go-to training gear, built to last. 20% off with code IRON: https://centricwear.com/IRON