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NEW FTP, Deadlift PR, long cycles, and running intervals - Training log July 27th
Deadlift PRs, intense cardio sessions, and a new FTP—this was a big training week. See how I balanced strength and endurance while prepping for a Half Ironman.
Jul 27


New to the Gym? Try These 3 Strength-Building Methods
Getting stronger doesn’t have to be complicated. In this post, we’ll break down three simple and effective strategies—The Wave Method, Weekly Weight Bumps, and AMRAPs—that beginners can use to build strength consistently and safely. These methods are easy to apply and can make a big difference in your training progress.
Jul 21


How to use the beginner to beast workout series
Want to build muscle and burn fat at home — without fancy equipment or complicated plans? The Beginner to Beast series is a no-fuss, scalable workout plan you can do in under 30 minutes a day. Grab your dumbbells and start seeing results.
Jul 16


Workout log June 8 - triathlon thoughts and consistency
This week’s training was a mix of highs and hard lessons—from hitting a new bench press PR to struggling with deadlifts and prepping for a future Half Ironman. I’m sharing my honest training log, insights on progress vs. fatigue, and how I balance cardio, lifting, and life.
Jun 8


The summer cut: how to lean out without losing muscle
It's that time of the year again: days are getting longer, it's getting a little warmer, you've had a couple enjoyable patio evenings,...
May 18


Workout log may 9, heavy lifts and no cardio
This week, I skipped cardio and focused purely on strength training—heavy bench press, paused deadlifts, rows, Olympic lifts, and a test run of the reverse band incline press. Here’s a breakdown of my workouts and how I’m planning next week’s recovery phase.
May 9


Workout log may 2 - Strong bench in a tired week
Some training weeks feel like you're unstoppable. Others—like this one—remind you that progress isn't linear. Here's how I adjusted when everything felt just a little heavier than it should.
May 3


What is progressive overload - gym and home workout strategies
If you want to keep getting stronger, fitter, and faster, you need to level up your training — just like leveling up in a video game. This post breaks down simple, sustainable ways to apply progressive overload at the gym, at home, and in fitness classes, so you can keep making real progress without burning out.
Apr 27


5 favourite exercises for full body strength + home workout variations
If your goal is to get as fit as possible, as efficiently as possible, focus on full body compound exercises. These will work your major...
Apr 15


mTor, autophagy, med ball workouts and personal training plan
This past week I learned new concepts and revisited some basics. My own training plan reached a well-deserved recovery week
Mar 1


How to organize your workouts, A beginner's guide
There are a plethora of ways you can organize your workouts. There are two very important aspects that should guide your decisions.
Feb 22


The good, the bad and the ugly. thoughts on rep quality
A quick guide on how to do reps in the gym. What to look for, what to avoid and when you can cut corners.
Jan 28
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