24, Trainer at
D1 Training Lakeland
FAV WAY TO WORKOUT: I enjoy explosive strength training combined with football-specific drills. It energizes me because it connects directly to the game I love, while also building power, speed, and discipline. Training this way makes me feel like I’m sharpening my body and mindset every day.
BIGGEST FITNESS MYTH: One of the biggest myths I hear is that lifting heavy will make you bulky. Muscle growth and body composition depend more on your nutrition, training volume, and consistency than just lifting heavy weights. Strength training helps athletes get leaner, faster, and more explosive, not just bigger.
BIGGEST NUTRITION MYTH: That eating less is the same as eating better. Too many people think skipping meals or starving themselves will get them fit, when in reality, proper nutrition is about fueling your body with the right balance of protein, carbs, and healthy fats. Food is fuel, not the enemy.
MY TYPICAL WORKOUT DAY: My perfect workout day starts with an explosive warm-up, heavy compound lifts like trap bar deadlifts and bench press, and football-specific drills that push speed and power. I’d finish with conditioning and core work, leaving me feeling strong, fast, and locked in. Also, I can’t forget about my jump ropes to start!
MY ADVICE: Stay consistent and trust the process. Quick results fade, but discipline builds lasting change. Small daily habits such as showing up, eating clean, and getting rest add up to big wins over time.
MY FITNESS TIP: Don’t chase perfection, chase progress. Even if you can only give 1% more today, that consistency over time will transform your body and mindset.
IF I COULD ONLY HAVE ONE PIECE OF EQUIPMENT: A trap bar. With it, I can train total-body strength, explosiveness, and athletic power through deadlifts, carries, jumps, and presses. It’s the most versatile tool for building real performance.
ALWAYS IN MY GYM BAG: Resistance bands. They’re essential for warm-ups, mobility, and adding extra intensity to lifts or speed work.
GO-TO SNACK: A protein shake with fruit, quick clean fuel that keeps me energized without slowing me down.
DIET PHILOSOPHY: Eat to perform: fuel your body with whole, balanced foods that give you energy and strength, not just calories.
GOALS FOR THE YEAR AHEAD: My focus is on building a body that’s lean, powerful, and explosive, preparing me for the next chapter of my life.
WHAT KEEPS YOU MOTIVATED: I remind myself why I started, lean on my faith, and focus on the bigger picture. I won’t let one hard day stop my long-term vision.
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