About Us

The Origins of Pump Dog Performance Apparel

 

Pump Dog started with an idea born on the streets of NYC in the ‘90s when I saw a jacked Pit Bull Terrier that looked like it spent all day lifting weights. In my head, I called that Pit Bull - “Pump Dog”. The name stuck, and so did the vision: well-designed fitness apparel built for those who live to be physical.

 

From there, Pump Dog took off. We began by crafting cut & sew garments, lifting belts, and gym gear and went from store to store, gym to gym. By 1996, we had our own store in Philly and landed a deal with a major Japanese retailer. Pump Dog soon made waves—appearing in Spike Lee's “He Got Game” movie, national bodybuilding magazines, and even as the exclusive private label brand in a 6-million-copy retail catalog alongside the NFL, MLB, NHL, and NBA.

 

But as with any big dream, there were twists. After nearly securing a massive international deal, the events of September 11, 2001, brought everything to a halt. It forced us to pivot, but the fire 🔥 for Pump Dog never went out.

 

Now, 20 years later, we're back—stronger and more determined, with fresh designs and premium gear for those who lift, move, and live with purpose. Pump Dog isn't just a name—it's how we live our lives, Created To Be Physical™.

 

Welcome OverSized Woodie™ - The World’s Funniest Pump Covers™

 

Our latest addition to the Pump Dog family, OverSized Woodie™ - a new collection of pump covers and gear, is all about standing out—combining oversized t-shirts, unique kangaroo pockets, and bold one-liners on the back of every shirt. With 1-liners like "Making workouts hard in all the right ways" or “Weights aren’t the only thing that’s impressive around here”, OverSized Woodie shirts don’t just make a statement, they’re funny, functional, and fit for the gym.

 

Whether you're working out hard or just hanging out, OverSized Woodie has you covered—literally!

 

Together with Pump Dog, we’re redefining what it means to be physical.