How Training Heavy on the Deadlift Gave Me My Life Back
My back pain used to control my life...and then I started training heavy.
February 22, 2026 • 5 minute readArticles
How I Warm Up and Stay Injury-Free
After years of trial and error, I realized the simplest warm-up was also the most effective: start with the bar, follow the same weight jumps every session, and save your energy for the work that actually matters.
January 20, 2026 • 2 minute readSupplements I Use That Actually Do Something
Most supplements are noise. These are not.
December 18, 2025 • 3 minute readHow I Mix Protein Shakes (and Why It Matters)
Believe it or not, the way you mix a protein shake actually matters.
October 16, 2025 • 1 minute readRecovery Is the Real Program
Strength is built during recovery, not training. Ignore sleep, nutrition, and lifestyle recovery, and even the best program eventually stops working.
September 9, 2025 • 3 minute readMeal Planning (on a Budget)
Embarking on a strength training journey doesn't have to break the bank another new line here.
August 3, 2025 • 3 minute readStarting Strength and the Novice Linear Progression
The Starting Strength Novice Linear Progression is a simple program that works exceptionally well for true beginners. I ran it early on and experienced the fastest strength gains of my training career, all of which are documented in my log.
July 24, 2025 • 4 minute readCarbohydrates, Salt, and Heavy Training
If you train hard and sweat, plain water is not enough.
October 19, 2024 • 2 minute readHoney During Training
A simple, old-school way to get carbs in without wrecking your teeth.
July 10, 2024 • 1 minute readAbout
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