Honest takes, useful tips, and a reminder that progress happens one rep at a time.
If your workouts feel long, difficult, or confusing, the issue may not be effort—it could be excess. This post explains how many exercises you need each workout and why completing them less frequently leads to better outcomes.
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Conflicting advice can easily overwhelm someone who is new to the gym. This article explains early on what really counts and what you can safely overlook.
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As a new year begins, many weightlifters seek discipline and drive. They truly need consistency. This post discusses why habits, rather than heroic effort, serve as the foundation for long-term training.
Read moreIf you’re overwhelmed by complicated routines or unsure where to start, this simple full-body workout program focuses on proven compound movements, smart warm-ups, and sustainable progress—without unnecessary complexity.
Read moreMike Mentzer’s Heavy Duty training philosophy challenged everything about high-volume bodybuilding. Here’s who he was, what Heavy Duty really means, and my honest experience after completing my first week on the program.
Read moreYou don’t need a fully stocked gym to make progress. This guide breaks down how home workout equipment can evolve over time—starting with bodyweight training and ending with a full rack—so you only add what you actually need.
Read moreSome exercises get labeled dangerous, but most of the time it’s not the movement — it’s how people perform them. Here’s what to know before you panic and avoid them altogether.
Read moreA simple, holiday-timed guide to keeping your weight under control with one easy habit you can use after every meal.
Read moreThe best workout split is the one you can stick with. Using a road-trip analogy, this post breaks down why consistency matters more than the specific plan you follow.
Read moreLessons learned from my awful start in fitness and how I eventually turned things around.
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