Build a Body That Performs.
Lose fat, build lean muscle, and develop real-world strength with a proven home kettlebell training system built for busy dads and first responders 30+.
You're not here because you need another workout. You're here because you want more energy, greater confidence, and a body that's ready for the demands of work, family, and life.
Every workout is designed with one purpose: helping busy dads and first responders become stronger for the demands of real life—not just the gym.
Trueforge Fitness combines structured kettlebell programming, expert coaching, and accountability into a system that's built around your schedule so you can keep progressing without sacrificing the people who matter most.
Why Train With Me?
I'm Coach Ruben—a dad, husband, firefighter/medic, and prior military. I know what it's like to put your health on the back burner while juggling family, long shifts, and life's responsibilities. I know what it feels like to lose confidence, lose your edge, and stop feeling like the man you're capable of being.
Through structured training, discipline, and consistency, I transformed my health, lost over 50 pounds, rebuilt my strength, and created a system that fits real life. Today, my mission is simple: to help busy dads and first responders build a body that performs and become the strongest version of themselves—for the people who depend on them most.
You already have the reason. Now you need the right system. If you're ready to build a leaner, stronger, more capable body—and finally follow a system you can stick with—start your 7-day free trial today.
Prep
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Dynamic Warm-up
⏱ 45 sec work / 15 sec rest ✔️ Plank Side Kick (Alternating) ✔️ Push-Ups (Side to Side) ✔️ Arm Circles (Forward) ✔️ Star Toe Touch (Alternating) ✔️ Arm Circles (Backward) Total Time: 5 minutes Goal: Build control, coordination, and upper-body & Lower body readiness 🔥
B1
KB Thruster (2H)
B2
KB Row (2H)
B3
Swing + Squat
B4
KB Cross Axe
B5
Dips (Bodyweight)
Conditioning
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Active Recovery
Active Recovery Day Duration: 15–30 minutes of movement Options: Walk · Jog · Run · Bike · Row · Swim · Bodyweight Workouts at Home Key Tips: Keep it light and steady—this isn’t a workout, it’s a recovery session Focus on mobility, circulation, and breath You should feel better after, not drained Move with intention, not intensity.
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Dynamic Warm-up
⏱ 45 sec work / 15 sec rest ✔️ Plank Shoulder Taps ✔️ Hop (In & Out) ✔️ Run in Place ✔️ Reverse Lunge + Rotate ✔️ Mountain Climber Switch Jumps Total Time: 5 minutes Goal: Wake up your core, legs, and coordination — fast and dynamic 🔥
B1
KB 2H Clean + Squat
B2
One-Hand Clean
B3
One-Hand Row
B4
Push-Ups (on Kettlebell)
B5
Mountain Climbers
Conditioning
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Active Recovery
Active Recovery Day Duration: 15–30 minutes of movement Options: Walk · Jog · Run · Bike · Row · Swim · Bodyweight Workouts at Home Key Tips: Keep it light and steady—this isn’t a workout, it’s a recovery session Focus on mobility, circulation, and breath You should feel better after, not drained Move with intention, not intensity.
Prep
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Dynamic Warm-up
⏱ 45 sec work / 15 sec rest ✔️ Jumping Jacks ✔️ Bodyweight Squats ✔️ Forward Leg Raise (Right) ✔️ Forward Leg Raise (Left) ✔️ Jumping Jacks (again) Total Time: 5 minutes Goal: Get warm. Get ready. Go. 🔥
B1
Clean + Squat
B2
Horn Curl (kneeling)
B3
Two-Hand Swing
B4
Push-ups (FWD raise)
B5
Sit-Ups
Conditioning
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Active Recovery
Active Recovery Day Duration: 15–30 minutes of movement Options: Walk · Jog · Run · Bike · Row · Swim · Bodyweight Workouts at Home Key Tips: Keep it light and steady—this isn’t a workout, it’s a recovery session Focus on mobility, circulation, and breath You should feel better after, not drained Move with intention, not intensity.
Prep
A
Dynamic Warm-up
⏱ 45 sec work / 15 sec rest ✔️ Jumping Jacks ✔️ Push-Ups ✔️ Bodyweight Squats ✔️ Mountain Climbers ✔️ Jumping Jacks (again) Total Time: 5 minutes Goal: Fire up your full body and break a sweat 🔥
B1
Swing
B2
KB 2h High Pull
B3
Goblet Squat
B4
Diamond Push-ups
B5
Pushups (Neutral)
B6
Wide Push-ups
B7
Anchored Crunch
Coach Ruben
Here to serve you—as a passionate fitness coach who understands the importance of movement, strength, and longevity.
You're Built Different and it is time to start living that way. Join the team that will help you shred fat, build lean muscle, and enhance how you feel in real life. Choose to make that change today!
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Coach
Father, Husband, Firefighter
Verified Athlete"“I know what it’s like to feel stuck and overwhelmed. That’s why I built a simple, sustainable, and effective system that removes the guesswork.""
Johnny Ventura
Firefighter
Verified Athlete"“I always fell off programs before. With Ruben’s Trueforge system, I finally found something I can stick to—20 lbs down!”"
Travis
Athlete
Verified Athlete"“Before, I was waiting to ‘feel motivated.’ Now I have structure, a coach who cares, and real results.”"
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