Waugh Personal Training

03/13/2026

The biggest mistake I see people make with corrective exercise 👇

You see an exercise online for your problem and think, “Hey, that’s me.”

You try it, feel a little looser for a minute, but overall…

nothing really changes.

So you do it for a week, get frustrated, then move on to the next video or post, hoping that one will finally fix you.

And now you’re just swimming in circles like a one-legged duck.

Wasting time that could’ve been spent actually lifting, doing cardio, or doing something that improves your fitness and your life.

So if you want to get more out of corrective exercises, mobility drills, and all that stuff…

you need to base them on your actual functional abilities.

That means using mobility tests where you’re:

• not forcing the movement
• not pushing through excessive tension
• stopping when weird compensations start showing up

That’s your real baseline.

From there, match your exercises to that baseline while minimizing the compensations you always want to fall back on.

Things like hip hiking, arching your low back, tucking your chin, flaring your ribs, or letting your elbows flare.

Now, I’m not saying compensations are bad or that they’re going to hurt you.

Compensations have their place. They’re often just your body’s way of getting the job done.

But if you actually want to change how your body moves and functions…

you can’t keep using the same compensations while trying to build a new movement pattern.

Then once you’ve got the right pattern, load it so it becomes a usable strategy.

If you vibe with this, you’ll probably like my free posture and mobility program.

It includes a self-testing guide and 3 programs that meet you where you’re at right now.

Comment “mobility” and I’ll send it to you.

03/09/2026

16 exercises for your neglected elbows.

Low back, knees, and shoulders get all the attention… but your elbows take a beating from pressing, pulling, throwing, gripping, and still somehow keep showing up.

Until they don’t.

Most elbow pain and overuse issues I see happen because the elbow is doing extra work for joints above and below it.

That goes for both golfer and tennis elbow (medial and lateral epicondylitis)

A lot of times that means poor shoulder mobility, shaky upper body mechanics, and an elbow that has to pick up the slack when you still decide to send it on pull-ups, presses, throws, or curls.

The good news is elbows usually respond well when you give them 2 things:

More space
More direct strength

For space, think decompression:
dead hangs, smart curl variations, and triceps extensions.

For strength, don’t skip the forearm:
pronation, supination, wrist flexion, and wrist extension.

Then once things calm down, build back athletic output with drop catches, med ball throws, plyos, and overcoming isometrics.

And if you really want the elbow to stop getting beat up, make sure the shoulder is doing its job too by going after mobility and coordination.

If this approach makes sense to you, comment “mobility” “posture” or “pudding” and I’ll send you my free posture and mobility program.

It includes an assessment to help you figure out what your body may be missing, plus 3 programs to choose from.

10/31/2025

Good training this month

I was plateaued in September but stayed consistent… and it’s paid off.

Hit big PRs of 90lbs (40kg) pull ups and dips which I’ve been working toward for what seems like 2 years.

40lbs 4x8 lateral raises
92.5lbs x8 dips
90lbs x4 pull ups
70lbs 3x10 cable pec flyes
85lbs x4 dumbbell shoulder press

Adding more incline bench, shrugs, and neck work to the mix.

Me from a couple years ago would be in disbelief that we’re at this level without pain.

It’s funny how when you enjoy the process and don’t take s**t so seriously the gains just keep coming.

Happy Halloween and let’s finish 2025 strong.

10/29/2025

Getting rid of chronic pain and training hard doesn’t need to be difficult.

My client loves lifting, but knee and shoulder pain kept stopping him.

Every time he got in a groove, the pain flared up and derailed progress, crushing his motivation and confidence.

Instead of giving up, he reached out to break out of rehab purgatory.

After a detailed assessment of his posture, lifestyle, mobility, strength, and habits, we designed a plan to get him back on track.

We started by improving his mobility, since those limits were likely putting extra stress on his knee and shoulder.

At the same time, we built a strength program around what he could do right now. Not a bunch of basic rehab moves. Real training, planned intelligently with his current mobility in mind to reduce flare ups and still get him stronger.

We monitored and tweaked the plan each week, making small adjustments, adding weight, and progressing his mobility work as his range improved, which led to:

✅ Shoulder extension up, touching toes again, deep squat without knee pain
✅ Walking feels balanced, weights are moving up, body weight trending down

And best of all, he feels like his program is sustainable and he’s enjoying the process!

If aches, poor mobility, and bad posture are keeps blocking your progress, I want to work with you

Comment “Coaching” to schedule a free posture and mobility assessment and I’ll point you in the right direction for what is right for you

07/07/2025

06/17/2025

🚨 7 Years of Chronic Pain? This Is What Finally Worked 🚨

If you’ve tried everything—PT, stretching, mobility work—and nothing sticks… this video is for you 😩

👉 Your pain started in one spot but now it’s everywhere
👉 Flare-ups happen even when you’re doing “everything right”
👉 You’ve been told it’s all in your head—or worse, “just rest”

I’ve been there. For 7 years. Nothing helped—until I made one mindset shift.

In this video, I break down:

✅ What neuroplastic pain is (and why it spirals)
🧠 The real reason your pain keeps coming back
💥 How I finally got stronger and pain-free without chasing the next fix

Want the link? 👇 Comment “Chronic” and I’ll DM it to you!

05/02/2025

🚨 Why Your Hamstrings Always Feel Tight (and What to Do About It) 🚨

If your hamstrings always feel tight no matter how much you stretch them… you might be missing the real issue 😬

👉 Stretching every day but still stiff
👉 Feeling “tight” but passing flexibility tests
👉 Constant tension with no actual improvement

I’ve seen this over and over—and experienced it myself.

In my latest video, I break down:
✅ The difference between tight vs. taut hamstrings
❌ Why stretching might actually be wasting your time
📊 2 tests to find out if your hamstrings are actually restricted
🧠 How posture can play a role
💥 And two exercises that can give you instant relief

Want the link? 👇 Comment “hams” and I’ll DM it to you!

03/28/2025

Pain that jumps from place to place isn’t random.

It’s your body throwing up red flags 🚩

Not because you’re broken — but because it’s doing everything it can to protect you.

This is what I call pain ping-pong.

And if you’re stuck in the cycle… you need more than just rest, stretching, or random strengthening.

You need to rebuild trust with your body.

💥 Vibe with this? Grab my FREE Posture & Mobility Program—packed with exercises to fix swayback, anterior pelvic tilt, forward head, rounded shoulders, and more.

💬 Comment “Mobility” below, and I’ll DM you the link!

03/21/2025

🚨 PRI: What Works, What Doesn’t, and How I Use It Now 🚨

If you’ve ever gone deep into Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) concepts, you know how easy it is to get lost in the sauce… 😵‍💫

👉 Obsessing over feeling the “right” muscles
👉 Relying on table tests that don’t translate to real movement
👉 Doing endless breathing drills without actually getting stronger

I know, because I made all of those mistakes 😬

The good news? PRI still has value—IF you know how to actually use it. In my latest video, I break down:
✅ What I still use from PRI daily
❌ The biggest PRI mistakes I had to unlearn
🏋️‍♂️ How I combine PRI with strength training for real results

Want the link? 👇 Comment “PRI” and I’ll DM it to you!

02/25/2025

Hardgainer plateau holding you back? 😤

If slow progress, years of plateauing, and feeling like your genetics are against you have become your norm—and your current approach isn’t working—it’s time to try something different.

I just dropped a video that lays out a straightforward plan to overcome that hardgainer challenge.

We cover:

🔍 The real reason behind the hardgainer label (hint: it’s more about mindset than genetics)

💡 How extending your bulking phase can help break through plateaus

🍽 Simple nutrition tips to boost your calorie intake and fuel muscle growth

No quick fixes—just consistent, smart adjustments.

Learn from my mistakes.

Comment “Gainer” and I’ll DM you a direct link to watch.

02/18/2025

I don’t care if you ever buy anything from me. Just go move your body. Get a pump. Feel good. Life’s too short to let pain run the show.

💥 If you vibe with this, check out my free posture & mobility program. It’s packed with exercises I’ve used to help fix swayback, anterior pelvic tilt, forward head, rounded shoulders, and other posture-related mobility issues.

💬 Drop “Mobility” in the comments, and I’ll DM you the link!

02/07/2025

Tight upper traps holding you hostage? 😖

If headaches, neck tension, and endless trap pain have become your norm—and stretching just isn’t cutting it—it’s time for a new approach.

I just dropped a video that breaks down a 3-step plan to FINALLY relieve those tight traps.

We’ll hit:

🔍 The REAL reason your traps are always tight (spoiler: lifestyle and mobility!)

💨 Quick relief techniques for when pain flares up

📈 Mobility and strength exercises to keep the tightness from coming back

Comment “Traps” and I’ll send you a DM with a link to watch the video.