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Beyond the Bar
My thoughts on strength, training, getting older, and everything I’ve learned along the way.
Old Habits, New Energy
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Everyone Says Lift Heavy. But How Heavy?
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What Are You Saving It For?
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Quick hits.
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Consistency beats intensity. A workout you actually do does more than the perfect plan you skip.
Add a little, often
Progressive overload doesn't mean maxing out. Add a rep, a small weight jump, or one extra set — small steps compound.
Technique before load
Clean reps build strength you can keep. Film your lifts and check your form before adding weight.
Recovery is training
Sleep, protein, and rest days are where you actually get stronger. Don't skip them.
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Pull-Up Training Guide
A 42-page roadmap from your first strict rep to weighted pull-ups, advanced variations, and pull-up dancing.
- — 3 sample programs: first pull-up, more reps, and weighted 1RM
- — Mechanics, foundational strength, and step-by-step progressions
- — Grip variations, archers, typewriters, and pull-up dancing