14 Jan Training Log: 1/10/2026
Staying the Course and Training for Longevity
Training is going well right now, and honestly, it is more of the same. That is not a bad thing. Consistency is the point at this stage, and I am feeling good both physically and mentally. I have added the belt squat back into my training, even though it did not make it into the video this time around. It has been a useful tool for keeping my legs strong without beating me up, and it fits well with where my priorities are right now.
I also spent some time working in person with a young lifter who is going to be a problem in the best way possible. He is an 11th grader who is brutally strong already. He squatted 555 pounds in just knee sleeves and a belt with a walkout, benched 355, and pulled 500. That kind of strength at that age is rare. After our training session together, I moved through my own workout a little quicker than usual, but that is part of the job and part of the process.
How the Body Is Feeling Right Now
Overall, my body is feeling good. I could not tell you my exact body weight because I have not stepped on a scale in a while. Measurements and scales are something I still have a complicated relationship with after years of competitive powerlifting. At this point, I am more concerned with how I feel, how I move, and how I recover rather than chasing a specific number. If I am being honest, I probably weigh more than I want to, which is exactly why I have not checked.
What matters more to me right now is that training feels sustainable. Joints feel good, energy levels are solid, and nothing feels like it is trending in the wrong direction. That is the metric I care about at this stage.
Daily Foundations That Do Not Change
Every training session still starts the same way. I begin with the McGill Big 3, followed by the shoulder Big 3, along with hip and glute activation. I did not include that portion in the video, but that does not mean it is optional. I do it every single day, and it continues to pay dividends. This is the work that keeps me training instead of rehabbing.
I am also getting at least three miles of walking in each day. That daily movement has been huge for overall fitness, recovery, and keeping my back happy. Core work is still done every day as well. None of this is flashy, but it is the backbone of everything else I am able to do in the gym.
Current Weekly Training Structure
Right now, my training week is built around staying in shape and staying strong without chasing max numbers. Saturday is my main full-body training day. Monday is focused on the chest and triceps. Tuesday is dedicated entirely to core work. Wednesday is another full-body day, but with more emphasis on back, core, and biceps. The remaining days are more of a fluff and buff style of training. That lighter work keeps blood flowing, maintains muscle, and helps me recover between harder sessions.
This structure gives me enough stimulus to stay strong while keeping overall fatigue under control. I am not trying to prove anything in the gym right now. I am trying to stack good weeks together.
Training for Fitness and Longevity
The goal at this point is simple. I am training to be in shape and training for longevity. That means managing volume, respecting recovery, and staying disciplined with the basics. Over the next few weeks, I am going to start sharing more detailed updates, including body weight and more specific training notes.
I will also be posting my blood work soon so you can see exactly where things stand. Transparency matters, and I want people to understand what long-term training actually looks like behind the scenes.
As always, I appreciate everyone following along. The focus is not on being extreme. The focus is on being consistent, resilient, and able to train for the long haul.
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