This week on the MTNTOUGH Podcast we have Taya Kyle, widow of Navy SEAL Chris Kyle ("American Sniper"), and their son Colton Kyle. They explore themes of resilience, faith, and family growth amid adversity, sharing insights on raising mature young men, navigating service marriages, and combating cultural challenges like por*ography and divorce. Discover practical tools for mental toughness, generational improvement, and building strong, respectful relationships in this heartfelt episode focused on thriving through life's trials.

Join Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab and creator of the MTNTOUGH+ Fitness App in the top podcast for Mental Toughness and Mindset. (P.S. 🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/.) On this show, we delve into guests' purpose, mentality, and mental toughness so you can learn from the best of the best. Whether you're a seasoned backcountry hunter, an outdoorsman, or simply someone who wants to level up your mindset, this is your go-to source for inspiration, expert insights, campfire tales, entrepreneurship, and stories of perseverance and triumph.

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MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur 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.

00:00:00 - Intro & Podcast Welcome00:01:55 - Family Time in Montana00:03:27 - Colton's Maturity & God's Design00:06:13 - Faith Through Adversity00:10:20 - Generational Improvement & Parenting00:15:19 - Adversity's Role in Growth00:20:19 - Empowering Young Men00:25:05 - Bold Conversations on Sexuality00:30:26 - Respect & Leadership in Marriage00:35:43 - Premarital Prep & Family Roles00:40:20 - Responsibility in Leadership00:44:11 - State of American Youth00:48:47 - Building Community & Fellowship00:53:59 - Vulnerability & Confessing Sins00:58:31 - Social Media & Self-Image01:05:10 - Countercultural Faith01:10:27 - Colton's Non-College Path01:15:08 - American Sniper Brand Vision01:20:39 - Taya's Foundation Work01:25:01 - Service Marriages Challenges01:30:14 - Program Success Stories01:35:14 - Enemy Attacks on Marriage01:40:11 - Nuances in Service Relationships01:43:10 - Closing & Thanks

In this episode of the MTNTOUGH Podcast, host Dustin Diefenderfer chats with Mike Hernandez, CEO of Fieldcraft Survival. Mike shares his harrowing near-death truck crash in Colorado, crediting divine intervention for his survival. They discuss his journey from 15 years in behavioral health fostering troubled boys to leading Fieldcraft, blending self-reliance training, overlanding, and survival skills with faith-based ministry. Topics include overcoming adversity, mental toughness, outdoor healing, and biblical mandates for strength and love, inspiring listeners to unplug, build resilience, and serve others.

Join Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab and creator of the MTNTOUGH+ Fitness App in the top podcast for Mental Toughness and Mindset. (P.S. 🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/.) On this show, we delve into guests' purpose, mentality, and mental toughness so you can learn from the best of the best. Whether you're a seasoned backcountry hunter, an outdoorsman, or simply someone who wants to level up your mindset, this is your go-to source for inspiration, expert insights, campfire tales, entrepreneurship, and stories of perseverance and triumph.

Presented by Sig Sauer.

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🎙️ More MTNTOUGH Podcast Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdAelJZ1bZWr5v6K_-IPix0tq8b7xH1ms

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W H A T I S M T N T O U G H F I T N E S S?

MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur 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.

00:00:00 - Podcast Welcome and Host Introduction00:02:50 - Mike's Near-Death Truck Crash Story00:05:11 - Reflections on Guardian Angels and Faith00:06:18 - Rescuing the Totaled Rig00:08:03 - Shifting Focus to Family Over Materialism00:08:33 - Mike's Journey from Behavioral Health00:10:01 - Fostering Boys and Success Stories00:11:33 - Combining Mechanics with Therapy00:12:23 - Joining Fieldcraft Survival00:13:40 - Transition to CEO Role00:15:06 - Navigating Business Adversity00:20:20 - Negotiating Contracts with Humility00:24:35 - Fieldcraft as a Ministry00:29:56 - Self-Reliance Against Modern Dependency00:36:06 - Outdoor Healing and Mental Tools00:40:06 - Alaska Trip and True Self-Reliance00:44:33 - Breaking Free from the Matrix00:47:03 - Rejecting Toxic Masculinity Narratives00:50:21 - Call to Action for Men00:52:58 - Always Ready Mindset00:55:04 - Biblical Strength and Love00:58:03 - Plugging into Fieldcraft Training01:00:18 - Recent Medical Training Courses01:01:35 - Episode Wrap-Up and Appreciation01:02:37 - Golden Nugget: Tenacity in Adversity

Join former MMA fighter Justin Wren on the MTNTOUGH Podcast as he shares his incredible journey from the fighting cage to humanitarian work in the Congo, hosted by Dustin Diefenderfer. Discover how Wren, known as the Albino Rhino, found purpose through service after battling depression and addiction, leading him to aid the Pygmy people with clean water wells and sustainable farms. Explore themes of mental toughness, overcoming fear, and the power of purpose in this inspiring episode filled with real-life adventures and life-changing visions. Learn about Fight for the Forgotten, Wren's nonprofit that's provided water to over 80,000 people and created lasting impact in remote African communities. Tune in for motivational stories on resilience, contribution, and transforming personal struggles into global good—perfect for fans of MMA, podcasts, and humanitarian tales.

Join Dustin Diefenderfer, Founder of MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab and creator of the MTNTOUGH+ Fitness App in the top podcast for Mental Toughness and Mindset. (P.S. 🐏 Get Your First Month of MTNTOUGH Free Use Code "MTNPOD" @ https://mtntough.com/.) On this show, we delve into guests' purpose, mentality, and mental toughness so you can learn from the best of the best. Whether you're a seasoned backcountry hunter, an outdoorsman, or simply someone who wants to level up your mindset, this is your go-to source for inspiration, expert insights, campfire tales, entrepreneurship, and stories of perseverance and triumph.

Presented by Sig Sauer.

V I D E O S TO W A T C H N E X T

🎙️ More MTNTOUGH Podcast Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdAelJZ1bZWr5v6K_-IPix0tq8b7xH1ms

S U P P O R T O U R S P O N S O R S:

💊 Get 20% off MTNTOPS Supplements, Use Code "MTNTOUGH" Here at checkout: https://mtn-ops.sjv.io/LXkPEo

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W H A T I S M T N T O U G H F I T N E S S?

MTNTOUGH is The #1 Fitness App Trusted By The DedicatedOur 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.