MY JOURNEY

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July 23, 2025

Reset for Performance & Longevity

Today we recover with intent, flushing tension, recharging joints, and reinforcing mobility for tomorrow's power.

ACTIVE RECOVERY DAY

• Objective: Loosen joints, stimulate blood flow, reset your system
• Phase 1: Light Cardio / Movement (20-30 min)
• Choose one (easy pace, nasal breathing only):
  • Brisk Walk (best after lunch or before dinner) / selected
  • Easy Cycling (low resistance, 20-25 min)
  • Light Swimming (20-30 min continuous, no sprints)
  • Dynamic Mobility Flow (perfect if indoors)
• This phase helps flush lactic acid, improve lymph flow, and restore movement quality.
• Phase 2: Mobility (15min)
  • Lower Body
    • Shoulder dislocates (use towel or band) - 2x10
    • Wall slides - 2x10
    • Cat-cow spinal flow - 2x10
    • Wrist extension stretches - 2x30 sec
  • Upper Body
    • Hip circles - 2x10/leg
    • Deep squat hold - 2x30 sec
    • Standing hamstring reach - 2x30 sec
    • Ankle mobility (knee over toe lunges) - 2x8/side

CAPTAIN TIPS

Hydrate well today - at least 2.5L water

light stretching tonight before bed - it improves sleep quality

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Recovery isn't time off, it's the foundation for sustainable muscle, athleticism, and longevity. These active sessions restore fluid motion, nourish connective tissue, and keep your nervous system fresh for peak performance. By moving with intention, you're extending your runway, building a body that endures, adapts, and doesn't break down.

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July 22, 2025

Upper-Body Strength (Bodyweight Focused)

This is the kind of session that doesn't just build muscle, it forges structure. With your pull-up and dip bar in the game, we're pressing and pulling with intent to sculpt dense shoulders, upper chest power, and long-term joint integrity. Quality form. No wasted reps. High tension = high return.

UPPER BODY WORKOUT

• Goal: Shoulder density, upper chest + pec minor emphasis, structural strength
• Warm-Up (7 min):
  • Arm circles + shoulder rolls - 1 min
  • Wall angels - 2x10
  • Scapula push-ups - 2x10
  • Shoulder taps - 2x20
  • Band dislocates or towel stretches - 2x10
• Main Strength Circuit (~35-38 min):
• Perform as superset pairs, rest 60-90s between rounds
• Superset 1 (Push + Pull) - Chest + Upper Back Activation
  • Slow Push-ups w/ 3-second eccentric
    • 3 sets to failure
  • Australian Rows
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 8
    • Focus on scapula retraction & full ROM
• Superset 2 - Vertical Strength & Shoulder Focus
  • Pike Push-ups
    • Sets: 4
    • Reps: 10
    • hands wide, nose to ground for upper chest/shoulder hit
  • Pull-ups (palms away)
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 6
    • controlled, no swinging
• Superset 3 - Isolation + Stability
  • Elevated Push-ups
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 8
    • more upper chest/shoulder load
  • Dead Hang Hold
    • 2x max time
    • activates grip, decompresses shoulders, improves posture
• Core Finisher (~5-7 min)
  • Hollow Body Hold - 3x20 sec
  • L-Sit Tuck Hold - 2x max time
  • Side Plank Reach-Unders - 2x10 each side
• Cooldown (~5 min)
  • Doorframe pec stretch - 2x30 sec/side
  • Crossbody shoulder stretch - 30 sec/side
  • Cat-Cow + Thread-the-Needle - 1 min

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

CAPTAIN TIPS

Slow down your push-ups: tempo is what separates strength from sloppiness.

On pull-ups: full range, no ego. Controlled reps build more than momentum ever could.

Dead hangs aren't filler: they build grip, decompress the spine, and fix posture.

Finish core work with hollow holds to reinforce ribcage control and waist tightness

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Build a powerful, V-shaped physique that performs like an athlete and stands like a hero. Broad shoulders, sculpted chest, tight waist: all carved through bodyweight precision. The mission: to forge elite aesthetics through functional strength, creating a body that moves with control and holds its shape under pressure.

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July 21, 2025

Sprint Work + Acceleration & Flying 60s

This isn't just conditioning, this is sculpting performance.

Today, we fuse speed endurance with core control to build an engine that runs hard and holds form under fatigue. No fluff. Just sharp sprint mechanics and posture-first core training to elevate your output and aesthetic.

SPRINTING DAY

• Objective: Raw speed (10m-60m), neuromuscular priming for explosive gains, CNS activation
• Warm-Up (5-7 min):
  • High knees - 2 min
  • Leg swings (front/back + side/side) - 10 each
  • A-skips - 2x20m
  • B-skips - 2x20m
  • Arm swings + shoulder circles - 20 sec each direction
  • build-up strides - 3x 20m (50%, 70%, 90%)
• Acceleration Development (~15-20 min):
• Acceleration Development (~15-20 min):
  • 10m explosive sprints from push-up start
    • Sets: 5
    • Full rest between reps (~90 sec)
    • Focus: Body angle, powerful arm drive, fast turnover
  • 3-Point Start to 20m Sprint
    • Sets: 3
    • Full rest between reps (~2 min)
    • Focus: First 3-5 steps clean and aggressive
• Flying 60s (~20 min):
  • Flying 60m (20m build-up + 40m max speed)
    • Sets: 5
    • Recover ~3 minutes between reps
    • Focus: Relaxed max velocity
  • 2x 80m strides at 85% for cool-down speed endurance
• Cool Down (5-7 min):
  • Light jog or walk - 2-3 min
  • Leg and hip mobility (world's greatest stretch, pigeon pose)
  • Calf and hamstring stretches

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

CAPTAIN TIPS

Sprint tall. Relax your face, pump your arms. Tension kills speed.

Don't rush rest, recover fully between sprints for max intent.

In core work, stay hollow and active. No saggy holds. Posture wins.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Sprint work carves lean power into your legs and glutes, while core stability drills reinforce posture and preserve a narrow waist. These sessions don't just build lungs they engineer athletic shape and movement integrity that lasts.

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July 20, 2025

Full Rest Day

Today is a full rest day. No drills, no circuits, no timers. It's a chance to let muscle fibers knit, tendons recover, and the nervous system recalibrate. Embrace stillness so tomorrow you can move with more power, precision, and presence.

FULL REST DAY

• Warm-Up (~12 min):
  • Allow complete recovery of muscles, joints,
  • Let inflammation subside and connective tissue strengthen
  • Recharge mentally for tomorrow's intensity
• What to Do:
  • Do: Sleep in if you need extra shut-eye.
  • Do: Hydrate, nourish with quality protein and healthy fats.
  • Do: Light walking or gentle stretching if you feel stiff, but only to feel good, not to “work.”
• What Not to Do:
  • Don't: Chase workouts, count steps, or push movement goals.
  • Don't: Sacrifice sleep for work or social media.

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

Captain Notes: “Rest is the unseen rep that builds tomorrow's strength.”

Today isn't empty time; it's strategic investment. Recovery fuels progress. Honor it.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Build a resilient, V-shaped physique that performs like an athlete and endures like a warrior. This isn't just about aesthetics. It's about crafting muscle that recovers fast, joints that stay healthy, and a body that moves with freedom for life. Every rep, every rest day, every mobility drill is part of a bigger mission: to sculpt elite, functional aesthetics with longevity at the core.

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July 19, 2025

Upper Body Hypertrohpy Day

Back to the mission.

Today's upper-body assault is built on tension, tempo, and classic bodyweight hypertrophy. Pull, push, and stretch your way into a denser, wider, sharper physique - no fluff, just raw progression.

UPPER BODY HYPERTROPHY

• Objective: Width (lats, shoulders), definition (chest), and arms (especially triceps).
• Warm-Up (5-7 min):
  • Arm circles + Shoulder swings - 2 min
  • Wall scapula slides - 2x10
  • Push-up to Downward Dog - 2x8
  • Dead Hang (Passive Hold) - 1x20 seconds to decompress shoulders and prepare grip
• Main Workout:
• Giant Set 1 (Back + Chest + Shoulders) - x4 rounds
  • Wide Pull-ups
    • Reps: 5
    • Focus on clean form, lat stretch, full range
  • Explosive Decline Push-ups
    • Reps: 10
    • Feet elevated, chest focus, slight clap if capable
  • Pseudo Planche Push-ups
    • Reps: 6
    • Shift bodyweight forward, activates lower chest + anterior delts
  • Dead Hang
    • Time: 20 seconds
    • Let shoulders decompress and grip strengthen
  • Rest 90s between rounds
• Giant Set 2 (Arms + Chest Support) - x3 rounds
  • Dips (on bars)
    • Reps: 8
    • Elbows in, chest tall - squeeze pecs at top
  • Australian Pull-ups
    • Reps: 10
    • focus on upper back/arms
  • Diamond Push-ups (slow tempo)
    • Reps: 8
    • Time under tension for triceps & inner chest
  • Rest 60s between rounds
• Isolation & Core:
  • Wall Handstand Hold - 20 seconds (build shoulder-endurance + posture)
  • L-Sit Tuck Hold on Dip Bars - 2x20 sec
  • Hollow Body Plank - 2x30 sec
• Cool Down (5 minutes):
  • Doorframe chest stretch - 30 sec/side
  • Overhead Lat Reach (Wall or Door Frame) - 30 sec/side
  • Cross-Body Shoulder Stretch - 30 sec/side
  • Wrist Extension + Flexion Stretch (on wall or floor) - 30 sec/side
  • Neck Rolls + Trap Release (slow breathing) - 1 min
  • Deep Nose Breathing (Lying Down or Seated) - 2 minutes (4-7-8 box pattern)

CAPTAIN TIPS

Pull-ups = lats + upper back width → “V taper”

Dips + pseudo planche = sculpted chest without overbuilding abs

Push-up variants keep waist tight and body control high

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: This isn't just an upper-body pump, it's an architectural strategy. Each set today widens your frame, deepens your chest, and refines arm definition, all while maintaining tight control around your waistline. Over time, this means a V-shaped silhouette that moves with strength, not just shows it. No crunches, no bloating, just clean, aesthetic hypertrophy layered over functional foundations. This is how you build an elite physique: commanding, efficient, and built to last.

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July 18, 2025

Speed Endurance + Core Stability

Power meets precision.

Today's mission: maintain top-end sprint form under fatigue while reinforcing a strong, narrow core. Speed and posture, sharpened, not sacrificed.

SPEED ENDURANCE

• Target: Maintain sprint technique and speed under fatigue (400m/200m pace work)
• Warm-Up (10 min):
  • build-up runs - 2x 50m
  • high-knees + A-skips - 2x 20m
  • Leg swings - 1x10 front/back + 1x10 side-to-side per leg
  • Walking lunges with arm reach - 2x8/leg
  • A-skips - 2x20m
  • butt kicks, straight-leg bounds - 2x20m
• Main Set (20-25 mins):
• 4x 200m sprints
  • 2:00-2:30 rest between
• 2x 400m sprints
  • 3:30-4:00 rest between
• Core + Posture Stability:
  • L-sit hold - 2x20 sec
  • Hollow body hold - 2x20 sec
  • Superman holds (posterior chain) - 2x20 sec
  • Side plank (on elbow) - 2x20 sec
  • Dead Hang - 2x30 sec (great for shoulder decompression + grip)

CAPTAIN TIPS

Speed work builds legs and glutes in a lean, powerful way.

Core holds develop obliques without size.

Hollow-body and L-sits support posture, chest pop, and narrow waist illusion.

Hydrate well post-sprint. Prioritize carbs + protein for recovery.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Today's work builds more than stamina, it sharpens leg power, reinforces sprint mechanics, and sculpts a compact, resilient core. This is how you stay fast, lean, and structurally sound without ever sacrificing posture or aesthetics.

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July 17, 2025

Plyometric Power - Vertical Jump Day

Precision. Height. Speed.

Today we charge the nervous system and elastic tissues with pure explosiveness. Think jump-focused athleticism, not fatigue. You're here to prime, not grind.

PYLOMETRIC & JUMP TRAINING (bodyweight only)

• Objective: Improve vertical power and speed; Develop springy tendons and reactive hips; Maintain lean, athletic leg structure; Avoid CNS fatigue or heavy loading
• Warm-Up & Activation (10-12 min)
• Dynamic Warm-Up
  • Jumping jacks - 1 min
  • High knees - 2x20 sec
  • Leg swings - 2x10 front/back + 2x10 side-to-side per leg
  • Walking lunges with arm reach - 2x8/leg
  • A-skips - 2x20m
  • Butt kicks - 2x20m
• Activation (Body priming)
  • Pogo hops - 2x15
  • Lateral hops - 2x10/side
  • Calf raises (slow tempo) - 2x15
• Primary Plyometric Block (25-30 min)
• Rest 60-90 sec between sets to keep explosiveness high.
• Squat Jumps (explosive focus)
  • Sets: 3
  • Reps: 4
  • Focus: Full hip extension + soft landing
• Broad Jumps (horizontal power)
  • Sets: 4
  • Reps: 3
  • Reset between each jump
  • Tips: Engage glutes, swing arms explosively, and land softly
• Tuck Jumps (vertical coordination + reaction)
  • Sets: 3
  • Reps: 5
  • Drive knees to chest, land light
  • Tips: Keep knees slightly bent on landing, chest upright
• Depth Jump to Vertical Jump (contrast training)
  • Sets: 3
  • Reps: 3
  • Step off a low surface (~20-30cm), immediately jump as high as possible
• Elastic Rebound Series (5-7 min)
  • Line hops (forward-back) - 2x20 sec
  • Line hops (side-to-side) - 2x20 sec
  • Single leg pogo hops - 2x10/leg
  • Split stance lunge jumps (low amplitude, fast contact) - 2x5/leg
  • Focus on minimal ground contact and rhythmic bouncing.
• Cooldown & Mobility (5-7 min):
  • Standing quad stretch - 30 sec/leg
  • Hamstring reach - 30 sec/side
  • Kneeling hip flexor stretch - 30 sec/side
  • Shoulder rolls + neck mobility - 1 min
  • Diaphragmatic breathing (4-7-8 count) - 2 min lying on back

CAPTAIN TIPS

If your jumps start losing height, stop early - only the cleanest reps count

Fuel properly: fast carbs + protein post-session = tendon recovery boost

Eyes up, arms aggressive - vertical gains come from intent, not just effort

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: This isn't random jumping. It's strategic power-building. These sessions mold your neuromuscular system to be faster, springier, and more efficient. The goal isn't muscle bulk, it's explosive control. By mastering force production without loading your spine or joints, you're building a high-performance engine inside an aesthetic, resilient frame. Over time, this leads to better lifts, sharper movement, and a physique that reacts like an athlete and lasts like one.

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July 16, 2025

Reset for Performance & Longevity

Today we recover with intent, flushing tension, recharging joints, and reinforcing mobility for tomorrow's power.

ACTIVE RECOVERY DAY

• Objective: Loosen joints, stimulate blood flow, reset your system
• Phase 1: Light Cardio / Movement (20-30 min)
• Choose one (easy pace, nasal breathing only):
  • Brisk Walk (best after lunch or before dinner) / selected
  • Easy Cycling (low resistance, 20-25 min)
  • Light Swimming (20-30 min continuous, no sprints)
  • Dynamic Mobility Flow (perfect if indoors)
• This phase helps flush lactic acid, improve lymph flow, and restore movement quality.
• Phase 2: Mobility (15min)
  • Lower Body
    • Shoulder dislocates (use towel or band) - 2x10
    • Wall slides - 2x10
    • Cat-cow spinal flow - 2x10
    • Wrist extension stretches - 2x30 sec
  • Upper Body
    • Hip circles - 2x10/leg
    • Deep squat hold - 2x30 sec
    • Standing hamstring reach - 2x30 sec
    • Ankle mobility (knee over toe lunges) - 2x8/side

CAPTAIN TIPS

Hydrate well today - at least 2.5L water

light stretching tonight before bed - it improves sleep quality

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Recovery isn't time off, it's the foundation for sustainable muscle, athleticism, and longevity. These active sessions restore fluid motion, nourish connective tissue, and keep your nervous system fresh for peak performance. By moving with intention, you're extending your runway, building a body that endures, adapts, and doesn't break down.

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July 15, 2025

V-Shape Day + Strenght

Back to the build. Today we sculpt upper body power with nothing but your bodyweight and precision.

UPPER BODY STRENGHT (BODYWEIGHT ONLY)

• Objective:
  • Allow complete recovery of muscles, joints, and CNS
  • Let inflammation subside and connective tissue strengthen
  • Avoid core overgrowth - no crunch-based or twisty movements
  • Respect rest periods: power-focused tempo and effort
• Warm-Up (5-6 min)
  • Shoulder rolls: 2x30 sec
  • Wall angels: 2x10 reps
  • Scapular push-ups: 2x10 reps
  • Wrist prep: 2 min (circles, extensions)
  • Arm swings & chest openers: 1 min
• Main Workout (~35 min)
  • Pseudo Planche Push-ups (Strength Base)
    • Sets: 4
    • Reps: 8
    • Tempo: 3s eccentric / 1s pause at bottom / explode up
    • Focus: Chest, shoulders, triceps, pec minor
    • Rest: 75sec
  • Pike Push-ups (Strict Shoulder Press Variant)
    • Sets: 4
    • Reps: 8
    • Control depth, touch forehead or nose
    • Focus: Medial and anterior delts
    • Rest: 75sec
  • Archer Push-ups (Controlled & Powerful)
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps/side: 6
    • Keep hips square, push off hard
    • Focus: Medial and anterior delts
    • Focus: Chest + unilateral strength
    • Rest: 60sec
  • Slow Eccentric Diamond Push-ups
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 10
    • Tempo: 4s down / 1s hold / up fast
    • Focus: Medial and anterior delts
    • Rest: 60sec
• Isometric Finisher: 3 rounds (30s rest between sets):
  • Handstand Hold (against wall) - 30 sec
  • Slow Arm Circles (thumbs up) - 30 sec
  • Plank to Push-up Flow - 10 reps
  • Max Push-up Hold at Bottom - Hold as long as possible
• Cooldown (5 min):
  • Doorway pec stretch: 30s/side
  • Overhead shoulder stretch: 30s/side
  • Triceps stretch: 30s/side
  • Neck + traps release: 30s/side
  • 1 min deep breathing (activate recovery)

CAPTAIN TIPS

Controlled tempo = more growth stimulation

Focus on elbow tracking and scapular positioning during each push

Avoid momentum. Use raw pressing power

Stretch pec minor post-workout to avoid tightness that hides upper chest

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Today's workout builds more than muscle, it carves structure and control into the upper body without ever compromising your V-taper. These sessions aren't just about short-term pump or fatigue; they're about engineering a physique that holds shape under stress, performs without breakdown, and develops real pressing strength with zero fluff.

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July 14, 2025

Long-Distance Conditioning (15km)

Today wasn't about flash, it was about rhythm, discipline, and showing up. 15 kilometers logged, body moving on automatic, mind locked in. Long-distance running isn't just for endurance. It sharpens breathing control, builds low-body definition, and reinforces fatigue resistance for high-intensity days. The goal: stay lean, fast, and focused. Every stride carved the path toward a more capable, composed physique.

WHY THIS MATTERS

• Trains mental discipline under steady discomfort
• Enhances capillary density and recovery ability
• Helps maintain a lean, athletic body without bloating the core

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

Captain Notes: “Speed is flashy. Control is king”

Today wasn't about pushing pace. It was about mastering rhythm, breath, and discipline over distance. Durable conditioning, not just fast legs.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Resilience isn't built in the spikes. It's built in the sustained grind. Long aerobic sessions like this are strategic—not random. They're part of sculpting a heroic physique that's as enduring as it is explosive. Power. Grace. Durability.

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July 13, 2025

No grind today, just total reset.

Today is a full rest day. No drills, no circuits, no timers. It's a chance to let muscle fibers knit, tendons recover, and the nervous system recalibrate. Embrace stillness so tomorrow you can move with more power, precision, and presence.

FULL REST DAY

• Purpose:
  • Allow complete recovery of muscles, joints, and CNS
  • Let inflammation subside and connective tissue strengthen
  • Recharge mentally for tomorrow's intensity
• What to Do:
  • Do: Sleep in if you need extra shut-eye.
  • Do: Hydrate, nourish with quality protein and healthy fats.
  • Do: Light walking or gentle stretching if you feel stiff, but only to feel good, not to “work.”
• What Not to Do:
  • Don't: Chase workouts, count steps, or push movement goals.
  • Don't: Sacrifice sleep for work or social media.

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

Captain Notes: “Rest is the unseen rep that builds tomorrow's strength.”

Today isn't empty time; it's strategic investment. Recovery fuels progress. Honor it.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Build a resilient, V-shaped physique that performs like an athlete and endures like a warrior. This isn't just about aesthetics. It's about crafting muscle that recovers fast, joints that stay healthy, and a body that moves with freedom for life. Every rep, every rest day, every mobility drill is part of a bigger mission: to sculpt elite, functional aesthetics with longevity at the core.

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July 12, 2025

Upper Body Hypertrophy (Bodyweight Only)

No gear, no excuses. Today was about building size and sharpness using only gravity, leverage, and pure muscle control. Every push-up variation was engineered for targeted stress, joint safety, and hypertrophic tension with zero compromise on aesthetics.

This is how we train shape into the frame: wide shoulders, carved upper chest, dense triceps, and a back that holds everything upright.

No waist bulk. Just lines, structure, and presence.

• Warm-Up (5-6 min): Activate scapulae, shoulders, and upper pecs for clean, safe engagement.
  • Arm circles x 30 sec (forward/backward)
  • Shoulder rolls x 30 sec
  • Wall angels x 10
  • Scapular push-up shrugs x 15
  • Dynamic chest openers x 10
• Main Superset Block (~35-40 min)
  • Superset 1 - Upper Chest + Front Delts
    • Feet-Elevated Push-ups
      • Sets: 4
      • Reps: 10
      • Tempo: 3s down, 1s pause
      • Target: Clavicular chest, front shoulders
    • Pseudo Planche Lean Push-ups
      • Sets: 4
      • Reps: 8
      • Form Tip: Lean forward, elbows tucked
      • Target: Shoulder stress, pec minor
    • Rest: 60 sec between supersets
  • Superset 2 - Lateral Shoulders + Chest Midline
    • Pike Push-ups (head between hands)
      • Sets: 3
      • Reps: 10
      • Tempo: 2s down, explode up
      • Target: Lateral/medial delts, front delts
    • Diamond Push-ups
      • Sets: 3
      • Reps: 10
      • Target: Inner chest, triceps, pec minor
    • Rest: 60 sec between supersets
  • Superset 3 - Arms + Upper Back
    • Close-Grip Push-ups
      • Sets: 3
      • Reps: 12
      • Target: Triceps, inner chest
    • Superman Holds (Isometric)
      • Sets: 3 x 30sec
      • Target: Rear delts, spinal support, posture
    • Rest: 45-60 sec between rounds
• Finisher - Shoulder Width + Pump Circuit: 3 Rounds - Minimal rest, burn to build
  • Wall Walk to Handstand Hold (or Pike Hold) - 30 sec
  • Slow Arm Circles (thumbs up) - 30 sec
  • Plank to Push-up Flow - 10 reps
  • Max Push-up Hold at Bottom - Hold as long as possible
• Cooldown & Recovery (5-7 min): Stretch to realign and enhance recovery.
  • Doorframe pec stretch - 30s/side
  • Cross-body shoulder stretch - 30s/side
  • Overhead triceps stretch - 30s/side
  • Neck rolls & shoulder mobility - 2min

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

Captain Notes: “You don't need external weight to build size. Just smart leverage, controlled tempo, and total focus.”

Today's session wasn't just hypertrophy. It was shape control. Aesthetic engineering. Muscle ≠ mass. Muscle = presence, balance, definition.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: We're not chasing just size. We're refining a heroic form: wide up top, tight at the waist, and a body that stays resilient, mobile, and pain-free long term. This style of training builds real shape while protecting joints and connective tissue. Beauty meets performance. Aesthetic meets durability.

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July 11, 2025

Sprint Interval Day

Not every sprint session is about speed alone. Today was about control under fatigue. Sharp acceleration, steady mechanics, and the mental fortitude to hold form deep into each rep.

This is how you build a body that's fast and durable. A physique that's not only sculpted, but trained to last.

SPRINT WORKOUT

• Sprint Warm-Up (10-12 min): Nervous system primed. Joints activated. Breathing locked in.
  • Dynamic Warm-Up (~5 min):
    • 400m light jog
    • Leg swings (front/back + side/side) x 10/leg
    • Hip openers x 10/leg
    • Arm circles + swings x 30 sec
    • Ankle hops x 30 sec
  • Sprint Drills (~5 min):
    • A-skips x 2x20m
    • B-skips x 2x20m
    • Bounding x 2x20m
    • Straight-leg bounds x 1x20m
    • Build-up sprints x 3 (30m @ 60%, 70%, 90%)
• Sprint Intervals (Main Block - 30 min): Controlled speed. Strategic fatigue. Recovery is part of the work.
  • Phase 1: 200m Repeats
    • 4x 200m @ ~90%
    • Rest: 2 min
    • Form Tip: Hold sprint form through the final 50m
  • Phase 2: 400m Repeats
    • 3x 400m @ 80-85%
    • Rest: 3:30
    • Form Tip:Even pacing. Don't burn out on first half.
• Cooldown & Mobility (8-10 min): Flush fatigue, maintain joint integrity, restore spring.
  • Light jog or walk: 5-7 min
  • World's Greatest Stretch: 2x/side
  • Hamstring + quad stretch: 30sec/side
  • Deep squat hold: 1 min
  • Calf wall stretch: 30sec/side

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

Lesson of the Day: “This isn't just conditioning. It's refinement under resistance.”

You're not just chasing sprint times; you're rewiring your entire system for fast, efficient movement with long-term resilience. Every rep is carving out that heroic engine beneath the aesthetics.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Craft a V-shaped, athletic physique that moves with speed, precision, and power. Built to sprint. Built to last. Strong joints, fast-recovering muscles, and performance-driven aesthetics that hold up over time.

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July 10, 2025

No fluff, just focused intelligent training

No machines, no fluff, just raw explosiveness and total body coordination. Today was about vertical mastery. Every jump primed the nervous system, demanded perfect posture, and carved out fast-twitch precision.

This kind of work sharpens athleticism while preserving a lean, functional leg aesthetic. No heavy squats. No mass-building bulk. Just calculated power output and trained smart.

PLYOMETRIC & JUMP TRAINING

• Warm-Up & Activation (10 min): Prime the nervous system and prep joints for explosive work.
  • Jump rope x 2 min
  • Leg swings (front/back + side/side) x 10/leg
  • Glute bridges x 2x12
  • A-skips x 2 x20m
  • High knees x 2 x20m
  • Bodyweight Squat Jumps x 1x10 (60% effort)
• Explosive Jumps Circuit (30-35 min): Max intent. Sharp landings. Full recovery between sets.
  • Depth Jumps to Max Vertical
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 3
    • Rest: 90s
    • Form Tip: Drop off box (30-45cm), explode upward
  • Standing Broad Jumps
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 4
    • Rest: 90s
    • Form Tip: Mimics dunk or sprint jump technique
  • Approach Jumps (Single-Leg Takeoff)
    • Sets: 3/leg
    • Reps: 3
    • cue: Smooth penultimate step + arm swing
    • form tip: Elevate feet to increase load.
  • Box Jumps (High Box)
    • Sets: 4
    • Reps: 3
    • Rest: 60s
    • Form Tip: Controlled land, soft knees
  • Tuck Jumps
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 6
    • Rest: 45-60s
    • Focus: Explosive, fast contacts, arms up
• Cooldown & Mobility (5-8 min) Preserve ankle/knee/hip elasticity. Aid recovery.
  • Calf stretch: 2x30 sec/leg
  • Hip flexor stretch: 2x30 sec/side
  • Seated forward fold: 60s
  • Foam roll: Quads, glutes, calves
  • Lying Hollow-Body Hold: x30 sec

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

Lesson of the Day: “Precision is power. Height is earned in the details.”

Explosiveness isn't built by chasing exhaustion. It's built by respecting intent, recovery, and quality. Every rep today was an opportunity to train smarter, jump higher, and stay joint-safe.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Craft a V-shaped, athletic physique that's built to perform and built to last. Strong joints, responsive muscles, and a body that recovers fast and moves like it was designed to. This is functional aesthetics: high-performance muscle with structural resilience and a timeless, heroic form.

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July 9, 2025

No grind today: just strategic restoration.

Midweek doesn't mean off. It means intentional recovery. Today was about giving my joints, tendons, and nervous system the reset they need to come back stronger. Not every day is about pushing. Some days are about preserving. Mobility, blood flow, and nervous system recalibration are just as much a part of sculpting the physique as hard reps.

This wasn't passive rest: it was purposeful movement. The kind that keeps everything aligned, loose, and responsive. It's how I stay injury-free while building strength, symmetry, and structure.

ACTIVE REST DAY

• Mobility Flow (15 min): Joint health, posture alignment, and movement quality come first.
  • Arm swings, hip circles, knee rolls
  • World's Greatest Stretch x 3/side
  • Wall angels or band shoulder mobility x 2x 10
  • Calf stretch + quad stretch hold
• Low-Intensity Cardio (20min)
  • Light cycling: easy pace and steady breath to flush out fatigue, restore energy, and support joint circulation.

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

Lesson of the Day: “Rest is not retreat. It's recalibration.”

Taking a step back today was about stepping forward tomorrow with more power and precision. These are the days that compound over time, quietly preserving longevity, function, and aesthetic sharpness.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Build a resilient, V-shaped physique that performs like an athlete and endures like a warrior. This isn't just about aesthetics. it's about crafting muscle that recovers fast, joints that stay healthy, and a body that moves with freedom for life.

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July 8, 2025

No fluff, just focused intelligent training.

Today's mission: upper body structure. The goal wasn't just to train. It was to carve width, elevate the chest line, and reinforce that clean, powerful V-frame. Every rep today had purpose: to build a superhero silhouette - broad shoulders, high chest, no waist bulk. No weights, no distractions, just strict bodyweight, precise angles, and attention to detail.

This session wasn't about crushing fatigue. It was about sculpting. Aesthetic-building through joint-safe intensity, bodyweight leverage, and full muscle control. Push mechanics tailored for structure, not size for size's sake. Movement crafted to build a physique that looks fast, feels strong, and moves with purpose.

WORKOUT

• Warm-Up (5-7 min): Quick activation to open the chest, wake up scapular control, and prime pushing muscles.
  • Arm circles (forward/backward) x 15 sec
  • Scapular push-ups x 10
  • Band pull-aparts / Wall slides x 10
  • Shoulder rolls & chest openers x 2 rounds
  • Slow push-up negative x 5 (3 sec down)
• Main Strength Block
  • Pseudo Planche Push-upsTargets upper chest & shoulder width through forward lean mechanics.
    • Sets: 4
    • Reps: 6
    • Rest: 75s
    • Form Tip: Keep hands closer to hips, lean forward
  • Feet-Elevated Push-ups (Chest-Focused) Builds chest elevation and upper thickness.
    • Sets: 4
    • Reps: 8
    • Rest: 75s
    • Form Tip: Control descent, hips level, pause deep.
  • Pike Push-ups / Elevated Pike Drives lateral delt & trap development for shoulder breadth.
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 8
    • Rest: 60s
    • Progression: Elevate feet to increase load.
  • Chest Dips (or Bench Dips) Opens up chest and builds pressing power.
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 10
    • Rest: 60s
    • Form Tip: Lean forward, flare elbows slightly to hit pecs deeper.
  • Archer Push-ups (or Wide Push-ups) Targets unilateral chest control and stretch.
    • Sets: 2
    • Reps: 6
    • Rest: 75s
    • Focus: Slow eccentric, full chest range.
  • Forearm & Bicep Burnout Wall Curl Iso Hold (push hands into wall, biceps squeezed)
    • Sets: 2
    • Hold Time: 30s
    • Rest: 30s
    • Progression: Tuck → One Leg → Full
• Cool-Down (5 min) Pec Minor / Serratus Mobility
  • Doorway Pec Minor Stretch x 30s each
  • Band Pull-Aparts 2 x 10
  • Hands-behind-back stretch for shoulders/chest x 10s

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

Lesson of the Day: “Build wide. Stay lean. Elevate with intention.”

Today reminded me: not all growth is mass. True aesthetic power is structure. A lifted chest. Open shoulders. Arms that move from posture, not pressure. I'm not training to just be strong. I'm training to look and move like someone with purpose. That's what makes it Well & Handsome.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Long-Term Vision: Build a powerful, V-shaped physique that performs like an athlete and stands like a hero. Broad shoulders, sculpted chest, tight waist — all carved through bodyweight precision. The mission: to master elite aesthetics through functional training, and create a body that looks as unstoppable as it moves.

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July 7, 2025

No fluff, just focused intelligent training.

Today was all about mastering the art of speed, refining every drive phase and perfecting fluid transition into top-end pace. Each drill and each sprint reinforced efficient mechanics and explosive power. No wasted motion, no half-hearted efforts. Just unwavering focus and precision in every step.

This wasn't about running until you collapse. It was about quality sprints, precise motor patterns, and feeling the power in each phase of the race. Each acceleration drill primed the CNS, and each flying sprint reinforced relaxed efficiency at max speed.

WORKOUT

• Warm-Up (10 min): Designed to wake up the nervous system, open up the hips, and prep the engine for sprint mechanics.
  • Jog: 3-5 min light
  • Dynamic Mobility Circuit (2 rounds):
    • Leg Swings (front & side) x10/leg
    • A-Skips x20m
    • B-Skips x20m
    • Butt Kicks x20m
    • High Knees x20m
    • Arm Circles (forward/backward) x10 each
• Acceleration Block (15 min) Focus: Explosive drive phase (0-20m)
  • 5x10m sprints from 3-point stance
    • Cue: Explode forward, extend fully, keep steps tight
    • Rest: 60-75s
  • 3x20m resisted sprints (band, partner, or slight hill)
    • Cue: Drive knees high, power through hips
    • Rest: 90s
• Flying Sprints (20 min) Focus: Max velocity & relaxation
  • 4x Flying 40m sprints
    • Build-up: 20m → Fly zone: 40m
    • Rest: 2-3 min
    • Cue: Stay tall, hips forward, arms loose and rhythmic
  • 1-2x Flying 60m (Bonus if feeling sharp)
    • Build-up: 20m → Fly zone: 60m
    • Rest: 3+ min
• Cool-Down (5-10 min) Relaxing tight sprint muscles and restoring movement fluidity.
  • Light jog or walk: 3-5 min
  • Static Stretching:
    • Hip Flexors
    • Hamstrings
    • Glutes
    • Quads
    • Calves
    • Shoulders

MENTALITY & DAILY REFLECTION

Lesson of the Day: “Purposeful speed builds confidence.”

Today reminded me that sprinting isn't just about raw power. It's about marrying tension and relaxation. I didn't chase exhaustion; I chased precision. Every push-off taught me to trust my hips, every flight phase taught me to trust my form. Speed is earned through control.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Current Progress: Acceleration feels crisper; my first 10m is snappier thanks to refined posture and drive cues. Top-end speed is smoother; I'm maintaining form through 40m without tightening up.

Focused Goals: Shave reaction time out of the blocks with deeper starts and faster turnovers. Reinforce hip extension by integrating more resisted sprints and bounding drills. Improve relaxation in the fly zone - work on breathing drills while sprinting.

Long-Term Vision: Develop elite speed not just to perform, but to embody strength, presence, and aesthetic power. Move with purpose. Train with edge. Build the kind of body that looks as unstoppable as it feels.

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July 6, 2025

No fluff, just focused intelligent training.

Today was about upper-body refinement and targeted muscle activation. I approached this workout with precisio. Every rep meant to chisel, build, and define. No gym machines, no distractions. Just controlled bodyweight resistance, creative equipment hacks, and full attention on muscle connection.

This was not a max-effort, grind-until-failure session. It was high-quality volume aimed at aesthetic development, strength, and posture correction. Each movement had a purpose, and every purpose aligned with building a more balanced, powerful physique.

WORKOUT

• Warm-Up (5-8 min): Quick activation for shoulders, chest, core, and scapular control.
  • Arm Circles & Shoulder Rolls: 30s forward, 30s backward (small to large)
  • Scapular Push-Ups 2 sets of 10
  • Wall Pike Hold or Incline Pike Hold: 30s
  • Cat-Cow + Thoracic Twist Combo: 4 reps each side
  • Hollow Body Hold (or Tuck): 2 sets of 20s
• Upper Body Sculpt & Core Control
  • Pseudo Planche Push-ups Great for carving the pec minor and building upper chest definition
    • Sets: 4
    • Reps: 6-10
    • Tempo: 3s down, 1s pause
    • Rest: 90s
    • Form Tip: Keep hands closer to hips, lean forward
  • Wall Pike Push-ups (Feet Elevated) Builds shoulder width and upper chest prominence.
    • Sets: 4
    • Reps: 6-8
    • Rest: 90s
    • Form Tip: Keep torso vertical, head drops toward hands
  • Feet-Elevated Ring Rows / Body Rows Great for carving the pec minor and building upper chest definition
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 10-12
    • Tempo: 3s down, 1s pause
    • Rest: 60s
    • Form Tip: Hollow core, move with slow control
  • Forearm Blasters (Wrist Superset) Develops forearm density without joint strain.
    • Wrist Extensions x12
    • Wrist Curls x12
    • Sets: 3 rounds
    • Rest: 60s
    • Tool: Towel + water jug or weight
  • Triceps Dips on Chairs Builds the back-arm thickness for a stronger silhouette.
    • Sets: 3
    • Reps: 10-12
    • Rest: 60-75s
    • Form Tip: Chest slightly forward, shoulders retracted
  • L-Sit Hold (Floor or Parallettes) Engages deep core muscles, tightens waist, enhances static strength.
    • Sets: 3
    • Hold Time: 20-30s
    • Rest: 60s
    • Progression: Tuck → One Leg → Full
• Cool-Down (5-7 min)Focused recovery for chest, shoulders, back, and wrists.
  • Wall Pec Minor Stretch: 30s each side
  • Lat + Triceps Stretch (Wall or Doorframe): 30s each side
  • Seated Wrist Stretch (Extension + Flexion): 30s each position
  • Scapular Wall Slides (Slow): 2x10
  • Child's Pose with Deep Breathing: 1-2 minutes

Mentality & Daily Reflection

Lesson of the Day: “Intensity is valuable. Precision is powerful.”

Today reminded me that growth doesn't always come from exhaustion, it comes from control, focus, and intention. I didn't need failure to build. I needed form, mind-muscle connection, and the willingness to slow down and feel every movement.

This kind of training doesn't just build a body, it builds discipline, awareness, and mastery. It's how you train when you respect the craft.

PROGRESS & GOALS MOVING FORWARD

Current Progress: Shoulder width is visibly improving as delts and traps respond to consistent overhead bodyweight work, while core engagement has tightened thanks to L-Sit holds and scapular control. Combined with back-focused rows and posture drills, these efforts are carving out a deeper, more defined V-taper from both front and back.

Focused Goals: I'm focused on widening the shoulder-to-waist ratio through advanced push-up variations and pike work, while also developing greater static strength and control with hold-based training like L-sits, wall handstand progressions, and scapular engagement. All aimed at building upper body density through strict form and time-under-tension, especially in the lats, delts, and chest.

Long-Term Vision: Build a balanced, V-shaped physique with strength that performs, not just poses. Wide shoulders, tight waist, and a body that moves as impressively as it looks. The mission: to sculpt elite aesthetics through functional, bodyweight-only mastery.