MYTH 1: POWERLIFTING IS FOR YOUNG, ELITE ATHLETES ONLY Powerlifting looks like an elite-only sport because the most visible version of it is people moving absurd amounts of weight on platforms. But that’s just the top 5-10% of athletes—the structure of the sport is actually built to include almost anyone who’s willing to train. The United States Powerlifting Association (USPA) has age classes that start at 10-years-old and goes up to 80+. As mentioned previously, more import

Powerlifting, as we’ve mentioned previously, is a sport that can be practiced both recreationally and competitively. Like all sports, powerlifting requires athletes to commit to strength training regularly and consistently while also taking care to protect the body from breakdown as much as possible. So, for a sport that has athletes lifting hundreds of pounds at a time, how is powerlifting considered safe? Why do people participate in a sport that is so brutal on the body

May is gearing up to be a big month for our Resilient Fitness (RF) Powerlifting Team as they prepare to compete at the 2026 USPA Ultra Nationals in Anaheim, CA later this month. Our four athletes have been training hard and are getting closer to showcasing their skills on a national stage. But what exactly is the sport of powerlifting? Is powerlifting done recreationally or do you have to compete? And what goes into a competition anyway? Let’s break it down! WHAT IS POWE

The pelvic floor is one of those things that most people don’t think about– that is, until it starts causing problems. Incontinence, bowel dysfunction, prolapse, sexual issues and chronic low back, hip, and/or pelvic pain can all be symptoms of a weak pelvic floor. But what is this mystical pelvic floor that everyone is suddenly talking about? And how does it apply to you? Let’s start with what the pelvic floor actually is. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles, ligaments,

At Resilient Fitness, we believe strength is the foundation for everything. Not just performance. Not just aesthetics. But for life. And there’s one piece of that foundation that doesn’t get talked about enough—especially for women: Pelvic floor health. The Missing Link in Strength Training We see it all the time. Women come in motivated, consistent, working hard…but dealing with things they don’t always bring up right away: Leaking during lifts or jumps A feeling of heavines

Most people don’t fail in fitness because they lack effort. They fail because they chose the wrong coach. I’ve seen it for years—inside the gym and on the field. As a strength coach at Resilient Fitness, I work with busy adults trying to get strong, lose weight, and feel better. As a youth sports coach, I see parents trying to place their kids in the right environment. Different arenas. Same problem. People rush the decision… and pay for it later. Because the right coach does

Last month, our U11 team won a tournament championship. And yeah—it was awesome. The energy, the smiles, the dogpile after the final whistle… that stuff matters. You don’t forget those moments. But the truth is—the trophy isn’t the point. What stood out to me wasn’t just that they won. It was how they won. It Was Built Before Game Day You don’t just show up and win something like that. What people saw was the result. What they didn’t see was everything behind it: The pract

What New Research Says About Circuit Training—and Why It Matters for Busy Adults Most people believe that if you want to get stronger, build muscle, and improve your fitness, you need long workouts and lots of rest between sets. The traditional model looks something like this: Lift a weight Rest for three minutes Lift again Rest again Repeat that for an hour and a half. That approach works—especially for competitive powerlifters—but it’s not always realistic for busy adults b

Training for Fitness Fitness is about capacity. Strength Mobility Cardiovascular health Muscle mass Energy Longevity It’s about building a body that supports your life. Fitness improves: Blood markers Hormonal health Bone density Resilience against injury Longevity and quality of life Fitness is insurance. Training for Sport Sport is about performance within rules. Powerlifting totals 40-yard dash times Winning tournaments PRs Podiums Sport demands specialization. And special

I turn 40 this year. That’s the official halfway mark, if I’m lucky. And I’ve been thinking a lot about aging. Not in a fearful way. Not in a crisis way. Just in an honest way. Because lately, I’ve noticed something: Recovery is no longer optional. Between training hard, coaching athletes, running a business, being a husband and dad, and trying to still “play” the way I used to — my body talks back more than it did at 25. I wake up stiff. My hips need attention. My back needs

This past weekend was a powerful reminder of what consistent training, intentional coaching, and strong community support can produce. Several Resilient Fitness lifters stepped onto the platform and delivered outstanding powerlifting performances, earning first-place finishes, podium spots, and state records across multiple divisions. Beyond the numbers, this weekend reflected what we value most at Resilient Fitness : preparation, composure under pressure, and showing up for

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