American Kickboxing Academy
As a mixed martial artist, Puder trained at the American Kickboxing Academy, in San Jose, California. He is undefeated in MMA competition, holding a record of eight wins and zero losses. As a professional wrestler, he trained at Ohio Valley Wrestling. He is best known for having won the WWE's "$1,000,000 Tough Enough", the fourth Tough Enough competition. He has also worked for Ring of Honor and New Japan Pro Wrestling.