Who This Is For
You work full time. You have a family that depends on you. You train because it's part of your responsibility as a man, not because you're chasing likes or trying to look good in photos.
You need programming that actually works and doesn't waste your time. You're done with random workouts designed for 22-year-olds with no responsibilities or bodybuilding splits that don't make you functionally capable.
You understand that being strong matters. Not for the mirror, but for carrying heavy things, protecting your family, keeping up with your kids, and being the physical example of discipline your children need to see.
Not for guys waiting for motivation, chasing aesthetics, or looking for shortcuts.
Why This Works
Most programs give you random workouts with no real plan. This uses actual periodization. Hypertrophy to build muscle. Strength to move heavy weight. Power to be explosive. Work capacity so you never get tired.
This is how professional athletes train. We adapted it for men with jobs, families, and limited time.
Every 8 weeks your body adapts to new training stimulus. You get stronger and more capable without burning out or spending hours in the gym.
You also get simple meal plans that fuel your training, direct coaching support for questions and form checks, and a community of men who actually show up and do the work. What Makes This Different
This is Pillar 1 of our complete 6-Pillar System. Training is the foundation. From here you can add nutrition coaching, supplement guidance, hormone optimization, and mindset development.
You're not buying a PDF and being left alone. You get real coaching support and access to men who understand what it takes to stay consistent when work is demanding and life gets complicated.
Cancel anytime. No pressure. No contracts. If you're ready to train with purpose and build real capability, this is where you start.
A
Rowing
1 x 5:00
B1
Reverse Dislocates
2 x 15
B2
Mini Band Wall Slides
2 x 15
B3
Body Weight Pushup to T Rotation
2 x 10
C
Barbell Incline Bench Press
4 x 15
D
Seated Cable Row
4 x 15
E
DB Shoulder Press
3 x 12
F
Close Grip Lat Pulldown
3 x 15
G
Cable Facepull
3 x 20
H
Straight Bar Tricep Pushdown
3 x 15
I
Kettelbell Racked Carry
3 x 40
J
Kettelbell Overhead Carry
3 x 40
A
Cycling
1 x 5:00
B1
Alternating Leg Swing
2 x 15
B2
90-90 Hip Rotations
2 x 10
B3
Glute Bridge
2 x 12
C
Air Squat
2 x 15
D
Barbell Back Squat
4 x 15
E
Leg Press
3 x 20
F
DB Walking Lunge
3 x 12
G
Seated Leg Curl
3 x 15
H
I
Standing Barbell Calf Raise
4 x 20
J
Zercher Carry
3 x 40
K
DB Farmer's Walk
3 x 60
A
Walking
1 x 20:00
A
Rowing
1 x 5:00
B1
Band Face Pull
2 x 20
B2
Scapular Push Up
2 x 10
B3
Arm Circles
2 x 20
C
Bent Over Row
4 x 15
D
Incline DB Bench Press
3 x 12
E
Lat Machine Wide Grip Pulldown
3 x 12
F
1 Arm Cable Rear Delt Fly
3 x 20
G
Barbell Bicep Curl
3 x 15
H
Suitcase Carry
3 x 40
I
KB Overhead Carry
3 x 30
A
Cycling
1 x 5:00
B1
Alternating Leg Swing
2 x 15
B2
Hyperextension
2 x 15
B3
Glute Bridge
2 x 20
B4
Side-Lying Hip Circles
2 x 10
C
Barbell Deadlift
4 x 12
D
Bulgarian Split Squat
3 x 12
E
Barbell Hip Thrust
3 x 15
F
Seated Leg Curl
3 x 20
G
Seated Machine Calf Raise
3 x 20
H
Kettelbell Racked Carry
3 x 50
I
KB Farmer's Walk
3 x 60
Josh Holyfield
Army veteran, father of six, and founder of Iron Forge. I've spent 15+ years teaching men how to build strength, discipline, and capability through training. Used fitness to overcome PTSD and rebuild after divorce. Now I help men train to protect and provide, not just look good in the mirror.
James Childress
Retired Army SFC with 15 years of service and 20+ years of fitness experience. ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, SSCI Level 3 Strength Coach, NSA Nutrition certified. Believes fitness is the cornerstone of a fulfilling life and builds programs that develop real capability.
Random workouts don't work for men with real responsibilities. This does. Real periodization that builds capability, not just muscle. Join men who train with purpose. Start your 7-day free trial and see the difference.
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