I’ve noticed a lot of parents in this group training not just for themselves… but to be strong, active role models for their children. That’s powerful. If you don’t have kids — think about your parents. What example did they set for you when it came to health, movement, and discipline? Curious to hear your thoughts 👇

I achieved 50kg for 5 reps on weighted pullups, which is around a 60-65kg 1rm on weighted pullup (I also weighted 66kg when I did this). Most people think you get stronger purely by training hard, pushing to failure, leaving 0 RIR, but in my experience that's not the case. I became a National Level athlete, Varsity Wrestler, but more importantly for this guide, I was able to do 50kg pullups with ease, 90 degree handstand pushups, 50kg dips (3x10), 20kg muscle ups, and so much more cool shit. I've trained for 5+ years, and made some pretty sick fucking progress during that time (I've also helped lots of people which is nice, which is why I'm saying "If you" instead of "How I"). Quick warning, if you do this wrong you'll just waste a ton of time, so please. Listen to this guide, and ask for help if you need it. ONTO DA GUIIIIIIIIDE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Understanding 💫periodization💫: If you've been on bodybuilding channels for a long time, you have no idea how literally every other type of fitness trains. It's not your fault, as bodybuilding takes up most of the internet, but please just don't have a crazy ego when I write these things. PERIODIZATION is as it sounds. Periods, and to get stronger, you need periods of: 1. HIGH VOLUME, low intensity (I can hear the bodybuilding elitists typing now haha) 2. LOW VOLUME, HIGH INTENSITY (They're happy again!) (Note, if you've plateaued and you're doing one or the other, do the other, and you should make good progress (assuming fatigue isn't super high, which is later in this guide)). "But Brandon! Why do we have to change shit!" A couple reasons, but you genuinely don't need to know that (haha). Just know that it works really fucking well haha (basically your brain and nervous system gets used to what you're doing, so to get a good stimulus you need to give it something different). How I go about this: Volume Phase (High Volume, Low Intensity): - Do higher reps than normal "But Brandon what does that mean!"

Hey, I'm a middle aged healthcare professional. I've mostly run( multiple half marathons) and done barbell and kettlebell training intermittently for about 10 years. Looking to do calisthenics/bodyweight/gymnastics style training to keep myself fit and strong at a lower body weight.

For February, we’re focusing on Animal Movements and Flow. The goal is simple: Move every day and feel better in your body. Animal movements help build: • Mobility • Body control • Coordination • Joint health • Mind–body connection Strength builds capacity. Flow builds control. 📅 Week 1 Goal ⏱️ Minimum: 5 Minutes a Day • Do at least 5 minutes daily • You can do more if you’re feeling good • Keep it simple this week 🔄 Miss a Day? Just Add It. No stress. No restarting. Examples: • Miss 1 day → Next session is 10 minutes • Miss 2 days → Next session is 15 minutes Consistency matters more than perfection. 🎥 Daily Flow Inspiration I’ll post a short animal movement or flow video every day as it's own post. Use it to: • Follow along • Get ideas • Explore movement • Discover new creators You don’t need to copy it perfectly. 🎯 Week 1 Focus • Simple movements • Slow and controlled • Explore how your body feels Awkward is normal. That’s learning. Let’s move.