30/01/2025
19 Years of Lifting, Eating Well & Staying Fit—And It’s Paying Off 💪
I’ve been training, eating well, and staying fit for 19 years, and it’s one of the best investments I’ve ever made. But staying healthy isn’t just about what you see in the mirror—it’s about what’s happening inside your body, too.
That’s why I get my blood work done every single year.
For me, it’s not just about optimising performance.
Prostate cancer runs in my family, so I have to stay on top of my health.
Checking my blood work regularly gives me peace of mind and helps me regulate testosterone, cortisol, thyroid function, and other key markers that impact energy, muscle growth, fat loss, and overall well-being.
Why You Should Check Your Blood Work
Your hormones control more than you think:
🔹 Mood & Energy – If your testosterone is low or cortisol is high, you’ll feel sluggish, irritable, and unmotivated.
🔹 Muscle Growth & Fat Loss – Balanced hormones = easier muscle gain and fat loss.
🔹 Recovery & Sleep – Poor hormone balance leads to poor recovery, meaning slower results.
🔹 Long-Term Health – Catching issues early means you can fix them before they become problems.
Stay on Top of Your Health
✅ Train consistently – Strength training supports healthy hormone levels.
✅ Eat properly – Prioritise protein, healthy fats, and micronutrients.
✅ Get enough sleep & manage stress – High cortisol kills progress.
✅ Hit your steps – Daily movement keeps metabolism and circulation in check.
✅ Get your blood work done – Stop guessing. Know your numbers and adjust as needed.
I’ve been doing this for almost two decades, and I can confidently say it’s paying off. My blood work proves that training, eating well, and looking after yourself works—not just in the short term, but for life.
My testosterone levels are 15 nmol/L—right in the optimal and healthy range.
That’s why, to the world, it seems like I can build muscle, drop fat, and stay in shape effortlessly. The reality? I stay on top of my health, and my body responds the way it should.
When’s the last time you checked yours?
Don’t wait until something feels wrong—stay ahead of the game.
