🔑 Why Simpler Training Might Be the Key to Bigger Gains

PLUS: Mastery Comes from Repetition, Not Novelty

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Michael Pender & Ryan Engel
July 18, 2025

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TODAY’S LEVEL UP:

  • Coach’s Corner: Why Simpler Training Might Be the Key to Bigger Gains

  • Mindset Boost: Mastery comes from repetition, not novelty

  • Question from Our Readers: How do I know when to change up my workout routine?

  • Fit Trivia: Which 90s TV star built an empire off a single home gym workout program and became a global fitness icon?

Why Simpler Training Might Be the Key to Bigger Gains

Too many guys over 40 fall into the trap of program hopping.

One week it’s high reps.

Next week it’s circuits.

Then it’s some YouTube workout promising shredded abs in 7 minutes.

Here’s the truth:

The basics, done well—and done consistently—beat complicated programs every time.

You need:

  • Push/pull/lower body movements

  • Progressive overload (more reps, more weight, better form)

  • Good recovery, good nutrition

Don’t chase variety. Chase mastery.

FROM RYAN’S DESK

Every time you debate with your excuses, you lose ground. Stop giving yourself options. Decide. Commit. Execute. Be the guy who does what needs to be done—no questions, no compromises.

Mindset Boost:

Mastery Comes from Repetition, Not Novelty

Want results?

Do the same movement pattern for 6–8 weeks. Track it. Improve it.

You’ll be shocked at how much stronger and leaner you get.

You don’t need “different.”

You need better execution.

Question from Our Readers:

“How do I know when to change up my workout routine?”

– Daniel, 45, from Salt Lake City

If you’re still:

  • Getting stronger

  • Seeing small improvements

  • Not bored out of your mind

    …then don’t change a thing.

Only change your program if:

  • You’ve plateaued for 3+ weeks

  • You’re bored or burned out

  • You’ve mastered your lifts and need a new challenge

Otherwise, ride the wave of progress a little longer.

Fit Trivia: Which 90s TV star built an empire off a single home gym workout program and became a global fitness icon?

Answer: Chuck Norris! The Total Gym commercials featuring Chuck Norris became legendary in the 90s, showing off his shredded physique, martial arts cool, and “ageless strength” well into his 50s. Functional, efficient, and unapologetically badass.

Ryan Engel, Intl. Fat Loss Coach

Ryan is a leading fitness coach and one of the most known professionals in the space.

He specializes in Body Recomposition and visual body aesthetics and has reached millions worldwide with his powerful messaging. He brings a unique, non-nonsense, yet sophisticated approach to body change.

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