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How to Improve Your 5K Time: The 2 Workouts That Matter Most
Struggling to improve your 5K time? This article breaks down a simple 6-week training approach using just two key workouts: speed work and long runs. You’ll also get a pacing guide and performance chart to help you understand where you are and how to get faster.
May 2


Gym Starter Checklist: How to Build Muscle and Stay Consistent
Starting the gym can feel overwhelming. In this post we're going to make it easy. There’s a lot of conflicting advice about workout programs, nutrition, and how to actually build muscle, and most people end up overcomplicating things or quitting after a few weeks. The truth is, getting results in the gym comes down to a few simple principles. This gym starter checklist will help you: Build muscle and strength Stay consistent with your workouts Avoid the most common beginner m
Apr 26


What Is FTP (Functional Threshold Power) And How to Improve It
FTP (Functional Threshold Power) is one of the most important metrics in cycling and triathlon training. It represents the highest power you can sustain for around an hour and acts as the foundation for setting training zones, pacing races, and tracking progress. In this article, you’ll learn what FTP is, how to test it, and the most effective ways to improve it using structured training.
Apr 23


10 best exercises for upper body strength
Building a strong upper body doesn’t come from doing more exercises but doing the right ones consistently and applying progressive overload. Some movements give you a far better return for the time and effort you put in. In this post, I’ll show you my top 10 go-to exercises to build strength in your chest, back, shoulders, and arms. These are all compound lifts, meaning they train multiple joints and muscle groups at once. They’re the foundation of strength. Isolation exerci
Apr 16


What is vo2 max and how to improve it
VO₂ max is one of the strongest indicators of cardiovascular fitness and long-term health. In this article, we break down what determines VO₂ max and how to train it using both interval workouts and long, steady-state cardio.
Feb 7


Conventional or trap bar deadlift?
Should you deadlift with a straight bar or a trap bar? In this article, we break down the pros, cons, technique, and programming of both lifts — and show how they can work together to build serious strength and muscle.
Jan 25


What causes doms? (delayed onset muscle sorness)
Ever wondered why your muscles ache a day or two after a workout?
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is your body’s natural response to muscle repair, but it’s not a guaranteed sign of progress.
In this article, we break down what actually causes DOMS, whether soreness is necessary for results, and the best ways to recover faster so you can keep training consistently.
Jan 8


5 mistakes that are holding you back in the gym
Feel like you’ve been working hard in the gym but aren’t seeing the results you expected? You’re not alone. In this post, I break down the 5 most common mistakes that stall muscle growth—from poor tracking and technique to skipping protein—and show you exactly how to fix them.
Dec 3, 2025


The 5 best workout splits explained (and how to choose the right one for you)
Your workout split determines how often you train, how well you recover, and how fast you build muscle. In this guide, we’ll break down the five most popular workout splits — from the Bro Split to Strength + Cardio — so you can find the one that fits your goals, schedule, and motivation.
Nov 9, 2025


Training log Nov 2nd
This week felt great, I got a new FTP on the bike and a few PRs on the heavy lifts. My elbow has been giving me grief for a couple of weeks now. I'm managing the pain by picking exercises that don't aggravate it. The only one that really bothered me was the bench press, which I've switched to a parallel grip bench press. Monday: power lifting and cycling intervals Back squats 3 x 3 Deadlifts 3 x 3 Paused bench 3 x 4 My squat is the last lift I'm focusing on this year. For
Nov 1, 2025


From Warm-Up to Finish: How to Structure the Perfect Gym Session
Stop guessing what to do once you step on the gym floor.
In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to organize your workouts — from warm-up to cool-down — so every minute at the gym counts.
Oct 30, 2025


how long does it take to build muscle
Ever wondered how long it actually takes to build muscle? The truth: it’s slower than most people hope—but faster than you think if you train smart. In this post, you’ll learn the 3-month rule of muscle building, realistic timelines for beginners to advanced lifters, and the daily habits that make your results visible (and lasting).
Oct 26, 2025
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