03/10/2026
Life doesn’t pause for your goals. Especially when you're a parent.
Competition prep was going smoothly. The training math was lining up perfectly.
Then came that noise from the baby monitor. Coughing, wheezing, and a 1 AM ER trip with a sick toddler. The next few days were a blur of rearranging childcare, booking follow-up appointments, working long shifts, and managing little bodies with big feelings—all layered on top of the stress of traveling to compete at the Arnold Sports Festival.
Under perfect conditions, you expect a perfect outcome. In reality, you rely on your foundation.
On the national stage this weekend, I went 3 for 6, hitting a 171kg total at my lowest bodyweight ever. It wasn't a perfect day on the platform, but it is a performance I can be proud of. I couldn’t have done it without the unwavering support of my wife and my coach through every step of this cycle.
Parents get this. Life doesn't stop, and conditions are rarely perfect.
That is exactly why I coach the way I do. Whether we are working on barbell mechanics or nutrition habits, it is never just about the weights or the food. It’s about engineering a foundation of 'deep health.' It's about building a resilient machine so you are strong enough to handle whatever life throws at you at 1 AM.
If you are tired of feeling run down and want to start rebuilding your own strength, my 4-Week Parent Protocol kicks off this week at Legacy Sports Complex-Canton . We train while your kids can be in the 5 PM speed and agility class.
Secure one of the spots here: FIPCoaching.com/Parent (or DM me "Parenthood" if you want to chat about your goals first).
📸Meet Week Co.