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Armed x Fit Coaching

I coach professionals in my exclusive, Personal Training only Studio in Amsterdam Oud-Zuid and online.

30/03/2026

You want to cut your workout time in half without losing gains?
Well, I've got news for you.

A recent review just dropped comparing supersets and their variations.

The conclusion?

These formats don't reduce training volume, muscle activity, or long-term strength and muscle gains.

But here's the catch:

For advanced lifters, brief rests can prevent you from delivering your usual work output.

When you can't hit your usual efforts right after a hard set, long-term gains can decline.

The solution? Combo sets.

Here's how they work:

- Combine as many non-overlapping exercises as you want
- Move to the next exercise if equipment isn't available

- Catch your breath between subsets when needed
- Flexible order

It's basically a flexible circuit. And the more exercises you include, the more time you save - because your rest periods serve multiple movements at once.

The result?

Full-body workouts that are insanely time- and space-efficient. We're talking significantly shorter sessions where equipment usage equals actual exercise time.

No more standing around waiting for recovery.

The concept is backed by Mang et al., 2025.

So if you're a busy professional trying to maintain strength and muscle without spending hours in the gym, combo sets might be your answer.

Sensible rest. Smart exercise selection. Maximum efficiency.

That's it.

I've been testing this with my clients who have 45-minute windows max. The time savings are real, and nobody's losing strength. Win-win.

27/03/2026

Motivation is fleeting. Systems are everything.
If you're relying on willpower to eat well or stay active, it’s only a matter of time before things fall apart.

What you need is structure, accountability, and smart habits that stick.
Even when life gets messy.

That’s what my new coaching program delivers.
Join the waitlist and get the coaching framework that makes consistency simple.

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26/03/2026

Guys, this is a game-changer for anyone who needs to cut back on training.

A study with 34 untrained females ran 12 weeks of resistance plus aerobic training twice weekly, then split them into three groups:

- G14 trained once every two weeks
- GD stopped training completely

- G7 trained once per week

Here's what happened over the next 12 weeks:

The G7 group maintained muscle mass and strength with no significant loss in aerobic power. Even though training volume was cut by about 50%.

The G14 group showed a small decline but retained over 90% of initial gains and some aerobic power.

The GD group? Substantial losses in muscle and aerobic adaptations.

A related setup used 4 sets of leg press at 80 - 85% of 1RM twice per week for 12 weeks before dividing into the same groups. Same results.

So here's what this means for YOU:

When life gets busy or you're dieting and need to reduce training, maintaining at least one full session per week is enough to preserve muscle strength and size.
Dropping to every two weeks can still preserve most gains in the short term.

But complete cessation? Clear declines.

This is huge for planning during life constraints. You can balance which muscles receive priority and how to allocate training stimulus.

Yes, we need more data across other populations and training histories.

But the takeaway is clear:

Keep at least one intense weekly session to maintain your gains.

Biweekly sessions still work.

Complete breaks?
That's where you lose it.

So tell me:
Are you training enough to maintain, or are you letting it all slip away?

25/03/2026

In an industry flooded with conflicting advice, quick-fix programs, and influencers pushing the latest trends, choosing the right coach can make all the difference:

Sara Sundholm who has been working with me emphasized the importance of:

✅ Extensive knowledge in both training & nutrition
✅ A tailored approach that adapts to individual needs
✅ A passion for helping clients achieve their goals sustainably

This isn’t just about looking good - it’s about understanding how to take control of your health for life.

A great coach doesn’t just tell you what to do - they teach you why and how to do it in a way that fits your unique life, schedule, and goals.

💡 Here’s what to look for in a coach:

✔️ Evidence-based expertise: Are they guiding you based on science, or just personal opinions and trends?
✔️ Customization: Do they adapt their approach to fit your life, or force you into a rigid plan?

✔️ Long-term focus: Are they helping you build skills for lasting health, or selling a temporary fix?
✔️ Passion & integrity: Do they genuinely care about your success, or is it just another transaction?

Your health is an investment, not an expense.

And choosing the right professional ensures you don’t waste time, energy, and motivation on methods that don’t work.

Find a coach who makes progress inevitable, sustainable, and enjoyable.
Because your well-being is worth it.

24/03/2026

My clients used to think getting stronger meant getting bigger.
Turns out, that's not how it works at all.

Your nervous system can learn to use the muscle you already have way more efficiently. No extra size needed.

Here's what actually happens:

The coating around your motor neurons gets thicker (myelination), which speeds up the signals from your brain to your muscles.
That means faster, more synchronized contractions when you need them.

Your body also gets better at recruiting more motor units and firing them at higher frequencies.
That's called rate coding. Basically, you can produce stronger, longer contractions without adding any mass.

And here's a cool one: your antagonist muscles (the ones that oppose the movement) learn to chill out a bit.
Less co-contraction means less braking effect, so your working muscles can fire more freely.

All of this happens in your nervous system.
Not in the muscle itself.

Which is why you can get significantly stronger without looking any different in the mirror.

I think that's brilliant, honestly.

Because it means you don't have to bulk up to perform better.
You just have to train smart and let your nerves do the work.

Strength isn't always about size.
Sometimes it's just about better wiring.

23/03/2026

Some people think a 30-person study is useless.
But I think trusting one Instagram bro is way more useless.

I see this all the time:

"8 week study? BS." "Sample not representative? Invalid." "Worked for [elite athlete], so it'll work for me."

Here's what I look for instead:

→ Consistency across multiple studies
→ Representative samples
→ Solid study design
→ Sufficient duration

Real evidence comes from well-conducted research that aligns across sources.
Not hype. Not anecdotes.

Before you apply any fitness claim to your training, ask yourself:

Is this one Instagram post, or is this backed by actual science?

20/03/2026

If you’ve ever gone from “all in” to “completely off” - you’re not alone.
The fitness world loves extremes.

But they burn you out.

The Compound Health Method helps you stay consistent without being perfect.
It’s flexible. Sustainable. And built for real life.

Results follow consistency - and I’ll help you stay on track.

Join the waitlist to access it first.
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19/03/2026

I just read a meta-analysis of 50 studies on pregnancy and strength training.
And honestly, the results are wild.

Lifting weights during pregnancy:

- decreased perinatal mood disorders by 52%
- lowered cesarean delivery odds by 16%
- reduced gestational hypertension by 58%

- cut gestational diabetes risk by 38%
- reduced macrosomia risk by 33%

Zero adverse effects on health or birth outcomes.

Most pregnant individuals could keep lifting into the third trimester with minimal programming changes.

Just avoid painful activities and obvious risks (like contact sports, obviously).

This isn't some fringe opinion or bro-science.
This is 50 studies showing that strength training should be part of a healthy pregnancy for both mother and child.

Yet I still hear people say "oh you shouldn't lift weights when you're pregnant, it's dangerous."

Based on what exactly?
The science says the opposite.

It says it's not only safe, it's beneficial.
Obviously work with your doctor and listen to your body.

But if you're pregnant or planning to be, don't let outdated advice stop you from staying strong.
Your body (and your baby) will thank you for it.

P.S. if you're expecting a baby and want guidance on how to train safely and effectively, send me a message. happy to help ✌️

18/03/2026

Sustainable Weight Loss Is Non-Linear.
Here’s Why That’s a Good Thing:

Looking at the graph, you might think: "Wow, this client crushed it!" - and you're right.
Over the course of a year, she steadily dropped weight while still enjoying life, traveling, eating out.

But look closer. It's not a straight line down. There are fluctuations, plateaus, and even some temporary weight regain.And that's the key to long-term success.

Many expect weight loss to be linear, predictable and yielding immediate returns.

But the human body doesn’t work that way.

Here’s what you need to understand:

✅ Plateaus are not failure. They are your body's way of adapting and stabilizing, preventing drastic weight regain.
✅ Slight weight rebounds are normal.

Daily fluctuations happen due to water retention, glycogen shifts, and digestion - not fat gain.
✅ Long-term success means sustainability. If your approach isn’t sustainable, neither are your results.

This client never starved, suffered, or sacrificed their life to see these results.

If you’re someone who’s struggling to lose weight and keep it off, the problem isn’t willpower - it’s your expectations and strategy.

My coaching is built for those who want to take control of their health without wasting time on pseudoscience, gimmicks, or ineffective plans. I help you integrate fitness seamlessly into your life - efficiently, enjoyably, and sustainably.

DM me if you want to finally be in control of your weight as well as how you feel and look.

17/03/2026

I just reviewed a 2025 systematic review by Havers et al.
Hundreds of studies.
One question: Does building muscle reduce fat and improve blood sugar?

Here's what the data shows:

In humans, a 2.7% increase in muscle mass linked to 4.1% fat loss.

When resistance training combined with pharmacological treatments? 9.6% fat loss.
In animal models, muscle gains of 18% led to 24% fat reductions.

For glucose control:

Resistance training increased muscle 2-4% and dropped HbA1c by 4%, fasting glucose by 6%.

Bigger effects in overweight individuals.

But here's what I found INTERESTING:

Many trials didn't separate fat and muscle changes.
So while muscle gain correlates with fat loss and better glucose metrics, resistance training itself improves metabolism through multiple pathways.

Muscle gain alone may not be the sole driver.
The evidence is clear on one thing:

Resistance training works. Even 30-60 minutes per week delivers broad health benefits.

Add a protein-rich, nutrient-dense diet and you support favorable body composition.

If you care about your health, weight and body composition and you're NOT doing resistance training:

What are you doing exactly?

16/03/2026

Here's how to build muscle without getting fat:
(lean gains with less bulk)

A small energy surplus is the way to go for muscle growth.

Here's what the research shows:

A study tracked 38 elite athletes during their off-season bulking phase.
One group ate their normal diet.

The other added about 500 kcal per day. Training stayed the same for both.

After roughly 10 weeks?
No significant differences in muscle gains, strength, or power.

But the 500 kcal surplus group gained more fat.

The smaller-surplus group also bumped protein to 2.4 g/kg compared with 1.7 g/kg in the larger-surplus group.

Better nutrient partitioning. Less fat gain.
This pattern shows up across other bulking research too.

Beyond a modest surplus, most extra calories just accumulate as fat.
The old-school approach of eating everything in sight doesn't build more muscle.

It just makes you fatter.
So what's the optimal surplus?

It depends on how fast you can actually build muscle.

Elite or trained lifters benefit from very small surpluses. Novices can tolerate slightly larger ones.

But the principle stays the same: lean bulking beats aggressive bulking every time.

TL;DR:
- Large surpluses add fat, not extra muscle

- Small energy surplus supports lean gains
- Higher protein improves nutrient partitioning
- Tailor your surplus to your training level

Stop bulking like it's 1995.

13/03/2026

Diets. Apps. Trainers that don’t get your lifestyle.
If those didn’t work, it’s not your fault.

They weren’t designed for people like you: full calendars and limited time.

That’s why I created The Compound Health Method
→ Based on science
→ Grounded in real life

→ Built for consistency

This isn’t another fitness challenge.
It’s a long-term strategy for strength, energy, and clarity - in less time than you think.

Learn more and join the waitlist (Link in Bio)

Adres

Bartholomeus Ruloffsstraat 11H
Amsterdam
1071WJ

Telefoon

+31625194619

Website

https://armedxfit.com/compoundhealth, https://www.armedxfit.com/

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