Duke Newcomb Barbell

08/02/2026

This was my 190.5kg (419.1) attempt. Thankful for Brody for the lift off and very thankful for the spotters. Shoulder is really sore today. Rehabbing starts tomorrow. I will post my rehabilitation. Will be back stronger and better!

08/02/2026

Brody and I competed yesterday at Home Gym Con. We both got gold in our respective classes. The shoulder showed its ugly face. Missed the Powerlifting United Kentucky state record for my age. Still had some good lifts but was let know that I am still human. Long story short. I have had two shoulder surgeries on my left shoulder. Have been benching heavy for a couple of years without any issues. But it said no more. Time to heal up and hopefully move on to the next one.

07/13/2026

405 Lbs. 3 weeks out. Turning 44 next week.
Still throwing heavy ass weight around while most guys my age are tapping out. No excuses. No slowing down. Just pure fu***ng grind.
This is what discipline looks like. This is what getting stronger with age looks like. The bar keeps bending and so do the doubters.
Come meet day I’m taking more. Way more.
Who’s with me? 🔥

07/12/2026

06/22/2026

Transformation isn’t always about the number on the scale.

There were no shortcuts—just learning, lifting, better habits, and staying consistent.

This journey has taught us that getting stronger and healthier isn’t about being perfect. It’s about showing up, putting in the work, and refusing to quit.

As a trainer, my goal is to help people build strength, improve their health, and become more confident—one step at a time. Shannon and I are proof that small, consistent efforts can lead to big changes.

If you’re ready to get stronger and start your own transformation, I’d love to help.

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📍 Shepherdsville, KY

06/12/2026

A proper deadlift warm-up isn’t just about breaking a sweat—it’s about activating the muscles that protect your shoulders, improve your positioning, and help you generate more power from the floor. Taking 5 minutes to prep your body can mean the difference between a strong training session and a nagging injury.

My go-to upper body warm-up before deadlifts:

• Shoulder Dislocations – Improve shoulder and thoracic mobility
• Band Pull-Aparts – Activate the upper back and rear delts
• Rear Shoulder Rotations – Wake up the rotator cuff and improve stability
• Front Shoulder Rotations – Prepare the shoulders for proper positioning under load

Remember: the warm-up is part of the workout, not separate from it. Better movement = better lifts🏋🏻‍♂️

06/10/2026

Eight weeks out. The goal is simple: get stronger.

Every session counts.

06/06/2026

Strength training isn’t about looking like a bodybuilder.
It’s about staying independent.
It’s about carrying groceries, getting off the floor, climbing stairs, and living life on your terms.

We all age. The question is how.

The best time to start lifting was years ago. The second-best time is today.

06/04/2026

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