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Adam Johnston | Online Strength Coach

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A 6 hour drive and I’m back in the same s**t hole hotel as last month.The rooms complete with all the expected broken bi...
14/11/2025

A 6 hour drive and I’m back in the same s**t hole hotel as last month.

The rooms complete with all the expected broken bits and a cuck chair, which for some reason is the nicest thing in the room.

But it was cheap and I’d rather spend the money on a qualification than extravagance, because I’m here for the weekend to learn.

While other coaches seem to throw these types of posts out at will,I always get stuck when I think about making a post o...
13/11/2025

While other coaches seem to throw these types of posts out at will,
I always get stuck when I think about making a post on a training structure I've used.

Mainly because when I sit down to think about the post,
The structures are all so individual once you get into the weeds of them,
And I wouldn't want to give bad advice.

Anyway, this is (give or take) the structure I've used in the Weightlifting Team this training cycle, and it's worked quite well.

In a group program, I think the catch up day is valuable as a day 5 as it provides the flexibility and the ability to individualise.

If you're going to copy it, take it with a pinch of salt and bend it to something that works for you.

Or you could DM me and I'll pop you on the email list to get in on the next training cycle which starts on the 24th November.

A non-extensive list of Marcos PBs include:'+100kg lifts now. 70kg full depth sn**ch, great clean and jerk technique. Nu...
12/11/2025

A non-extensive list of Marcos PBs include:

'+100kg lifts now. 70kg full depth sn**ch, great clean and jerk technique. Nutrition has improved and ive built strength. 117kg BS'

And that doesn't take into account the knowledge of the lifts he has now.
Knowledge that will continue to help illicit more progress from his training.

I see so many people putting in plenty day to day effort,
But still get nowhere.

Sometimes what's missing isn't an effort problem,
It's a knowledge or directional problem.

And thats apparent when CrossFit meets Weightlifting.

Rep after rep,
WOD after WOD
Day after day,
Week after week,

That constant grind for slow to no progress.
And it leaves you wondering,
Why am I not getting anywhere.

Unfortunately, you can't grind your way through the Sn**ch, Clean or Jerk.
Everything happens fast and needs to be done with precision,
Making them unforgiving to any error.

You could continue on the way you are,
Hoping for a break through and some progress.

Or you could get some coaching like Marco has.

In 6 months we added 20kg to his Sn**ch,
Hit PB's in the Clean & Jerk
And pushed his strength to all time highs.

All because we had the right direction and focus.

He didn't stop Crossfit
He didn't miss a WODs,

But his focus shifted to the right places,
Quality not quantity.
At least in the Olympic lifts.

Combine that with the gaps in knowledge that we filled,
And you have a recipe for success.

If you're struggling with your Sn**ch, Clean or Jerk,
And want to commit to getting better,

Ask about our Online Weightlifting Team,
Then run it seamlessly alongside your CrossFit sessions.

New training cycle starts Monday 24th November.

11/11/2025

This is a reminder that a cue is a reminder of a lesson,
It's not the lesson.

And while bad coaches shout random cues without providing the teaching behind them, this one often works without the teaching.

But just so I'm not in the bad coach category...

Keeping the knees forward in the Front Squat helps maintain a more vertical torso due to the relationship between femur length, shin angle and the torso.

If you’re a weightlifter who wants to understand the why of what you’re doing and get stronger doing it,

Doors open our online Weightlifting Teams new training cycle on November 17th.

Head to my bio and get on the priority list to be notified first.

10/11/2025

Block works great, especially when it's just below the knee,
Because you get to practice that all important and tricky transition of moving past the knees.

It also often allows you to use increased loads, without the associated fatigue of going off the floor and that can increase confidence.

Here's Karen hitting a 54kg for a new 1RM in any variation not long ago,
And for me, the confidence these lifts gave her was one of the reasons her Sn**ch off the floor skyrocketed shortly after.

If you want to be better at the Sn**ch, Clean and Jerk, I can help.

Doors open for our next Online Weightlifting Team intake in 1 weeks time,
Then the new training cycle starts a week later on November 24th,
DM me and I'll tell you how to get in.

09/11/2025

SBD aren’t all that great at adding 50lb to your total,
But they’re fu***ng amazing at making your bank balance 400lb lighter.

Coaching’s probably a better route to adding weight to your lifts… And it’s probably better for your bank balance.

Have another strong set of 7.

08/11/2025

Clustering can be magic!

90kg and a 2RM Sn**ch for Jack,
With about 25 seconds between reps.

That short break changes things,
Especially in movements like the Sn**ch, Clean and Block Jerk.

Clustering reps lets you maintain bar speed through the reps,
Meaning you get higher average velocity per set and better power output,
Creating better long-term speed adaptations, without sacrificing strength adaptations.

It’s a simple tweak that can create a big difference long term,
Works a treat for strongmen on overhead movements too.

If you’re a weightlifter looking for a half decent training plan,
Our next Online Weightlifting Team training cycle starts Monday 24th November.

Doors open for intake on the Monday 17th November.

Hop on the priority list by DM-ing me,
Or using the link in my bio.

P.S. It’s the last time the 28-day free trial will be available.

07/11/2025

I find social media a stress if I'm honest.

Spending an hour or two attempting to create a post that would be valuable to someone,
While also having the pressure of marketing yourself and selling something.

Carousel or reel?
Whats the right shot?
The right words?
How should I transition?
What musics trending.

It's a necessary evil that connects people to my coaching,
But one I find a bit 'ick'.

the time creating for social media gets in the way of my own learning too.
Taking valuable time out of my day.

Time where I could just be working on increasing my knowledge,
Or working on the parts of the business that actually improve my clients lives.

I think it also sets an expectation that Social Media is a good place to learn from,
And while it does have its place, it's a small place.

If all of your information comes from social media,
You're severely limiting yourself.

So today, I decided to read a little more than I usually do.

This post took about 15 minutes to write and make,
It was low effort.

Now get off my social media and go read something longer form,
The articles on my website would be a good start.

06/11/2025

Landing front foot first in the Jerk?

In the video I cover,
Why it's and issue,
How to spot it,
And some possible fixes.

If you enjoyed this video and found it helpful,
These are exactly the type of videos my clients receive breaking down their movement patterns.

05/11/2025

5 Years is a long time to coach someone,
And 'Ready to compete' is an understatement.

You can do a lot in 5 years,
Even more so if you're consistent.

And thats exactly who Jack is.

Through life and job changes,
IWF Weight class shuffles,
And gym moves,
Jacks rarely faltered.

Getting into the gym 3 times a week,
Following my programming,
And applying my coaching.

Jacks gone from a newbie with an interest in the sport,
To a 79kg lifter who's won his past 3 competitions.

And In 5 years I've not only watched him become a well established Weightlifter,
I've also watched him become chef in a Michelin Star Restaurant.

I also know that when he shoots a basketball,
It takes about 3 days for his shot to come down,
And that he gives away cocktails that are too sweet.

Of course it's wasn't all smooth sailing,
It's unrealistic to think it would be across a 5 year span,
And we've had our share of problems to work through.
But we worked through them together.

Jack's one of my archetype clients.

He's consistent.
He communicates.
He applies my coaching.
And I get to work with him for a long time.

Jacks proof that if you give me the time,
I can help you get to where you want to be.

Here's to another 5 years,
To more appearances on the platform,
And more progress!

Next intake for our Online Weightlifting Team opens Monday 17th November.

If you’ve been thinking about competing,
Or talking about getting stronger for long enough,
This is where you start doing something about it.

04/11/2025

My training looks very different to the majority of my clients.

And so it should,
I'm me and they're them.

But this a decent session structure if you're looking to be more explosive,
And need a full body session to fill the gap.

And while the sets and reps and volumes will differ,
It's often the type of structure I go for during a taper week.

03/11/2025

The work has been consistent,
But confidence under the bar takes time to build,
So it’s was a little while coming!

Once it clicks, though, progress can come fast,
And that’s exactly what’s happening now.

53kg for an All-time PB in the Sn**ch for Karen,
And 4% added to Karens Sn**ch this training cycle!

Karen won't be stopping,
Or looking to pick things back up after Christmas,
Once this training cycle finishes.

She won't be starting the new year from behind.
Karen’s not making that mistake.

When this training block wraps, she'll be straight into the next one.
Because momentum matters it's important to protect it.

Doors open November 17th on the next Online Weightlifting Team intake,
Then the next training cycle starts November 24th.

Or if you wanted to get started even sooner,
There's an intro program waiting for you.

Just drop me a message and I'll tell you the next steps.

Don’t wait for January to start building something.

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Savage Strength

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Adam Johnston:


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  • Personal Trainer