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🏋️♂️ Midweek Lift: Why We Follow Hypertrophy with Strength Endurance Training
“Hypertrophy builds the muscle, endurance teaches it to last.” 💪🔥 In our last phase, we focused on hypertrophy — moderate weight,...

Lloyd Cruz
Oct 73 min read


Midweek Lift: Summer Strength vs Hypertrophy Phase – Building What Comes Next
We’ve shifted from strength to hypertrophy at Lift Legion. Strength built raw power—now hypertrophy builds muscle size, shape, and endurance. But growth requires fuel: eat enough to support building, or dial in nutrition for toning and tightening. Push for 12 reps, keep 1–2 in reserve, and trust the process.

Lloyd Cruz
Sep 83 min read


Midweek Lift – Overtraining vs. Pushing Yourself: Finding the Productive Zone
At Lift Legion, we train to be unstoppable—not exhausted. Learn the difference between overtraining vs. pushing yourself, how our programming protects you, and how Everfit’s new AI + coach system keeps you in the productive zone.

Lloyd Cruz
Aug 272 min read


🌞 Summer Strength Training Program: Your Next 3-Workout Phase at Lift Legion
We’re turning up the intensity with our Summer Strength Training Program — a 3-day-a-week phase built around big barbell lifts, smart accessory work, and a high-energy metcon finisher. Each workout is designed to push strength, improve mobility, and keep your conditioning sharp. Whether you're squatting heavy, hitting a superset, or grinding through a spicy AMRAP, this phase will challenge your limits and keep you progressing all summer long. Let’s get after it!

Lloyd Cruz
Jul 313 min read


💪 Strong and Lean Has Begun – Here's What to Expect
Strong and Lean has officially begun at Lift Legion. After completing our heavy strength phase, we’re shifting into a faster, circuit-driven training style that maintains strength while boosting endurance and muscle definition. Each workout in this phase is designed with purpose — to move better, sweat harder, and stay sharp. Read the full breakdown of all three workouts and learn how to approach this new phase with intention and intensity.

Lloyd Cruz
Jul 72 min read


The Power Behind High Reps and Short Rest Strength Training
High reps, short rest, major gains. Build endurance, sharpen recovery, and lay the foundation for bigger strength ahead at Lift Legion.

Lloyd Cruz
Apr 262 min read


💥 Muscle Pump Phase Begins — Make Every Rep Count
Get ready to feel the burn—our 3-week Muscle Pump Phase is here. High reps, low rest, and strict control make this phase a game-changer for building strength and mental grit. Start each set on time, move with intention, and embrace the challenge. No 2 p.m. class for now, but we’ve got your back if you need it.

Lloyd Cruz
Apr 162 min read


Lift Legion Midweek Lift - What kind of strength training phase is this? I Thought This Was a Strength Gym?!
Reminder: Modified hours on Saturday, March 8, 2025 – Only two classes at 6:30 a.m. & 7:30 a.m. Plan ahead and get your lift in! 💪🔥

Lloyd Cruz
Mar 52 min read
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