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.

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.

New shoes are working wonders so far Last week of 5 by 5 on the bench, deads and pull ups and starting the feel more comfortable with all...