Surprise! I'm TroponinIQ

Look, I'm going to be straight with you - the fitness industry is absolutely flooded with noise. Every day there's a new "revolutionary" workout, some miracle supplement, or another influencer promising you'll get shredded in 30 days. It's exhausting, and frankly, most of it is complete BS.

Here's the deal: I've been in this game for over three decades. I'm not some Instagram fitness personality who got jacked once and decided to sell programs. I've got a Master's in Atomic Physics, an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology, and I've been competing at the highest levels in both bodybuilding and powerlifting since before social media existed.

What Real Experience Actually Looks Like

When I tell you I understand training and nutrition, I'm not talking theory. I won the 2004 Mr. Michigan overall, took the superheavyweight title at the 2006 Jr. USAs, and was the APF Michigan powerlifting champion in both 2007 and 2008 - hitting "Elite" totals both years. I've been an All-American football player, and I've spent decades figuring out what actually works versus what just sounds good on paper.

But here's what matters more for you: I've coached hundreds of people through their transformations, from weekend warriors trying to lose their gut to competitive athletes pushing for national titles. I've seen what works, what doesn't, and more importantly, what's sustainable long-term.

Why Most People Stay Stuck (And How I Fix It)

In my experience, people get stuck because they're drowning in conflicting information. One expert says carbs are evil, another says you need them for muscle growth. One program promises results in 6 weeks, another says it takes years. The truth is, most of this confusion comes from people trying to sell you something rather than actually help you.

My approach is different. I cut through the noise and give you what actually works based on real science and decades of practical application. When I create your nutrition plan or training program, it's not some cookie-cutter template - it's based on your specific body composition, goals, and lifestyle.

The Science Meets Real-World Approach

Having that physics background means I understand the actual mechanisms behind muscle growth, fat loss, and performance enhancement. But more importantly, I know how to translate that science into practical protocols you can actually follow. I'm not interested in impressing you with big words - I want to get you results.

Whether you're trying to build muscle, lose fat, or optimize your performance, I've probably worked with someone in your exact situation. I know what works for the busy professional who can only train 4 times a week, the competitive athlete looking for that extra edge, or the person who's tried everything and feels like nothing works.

What You Actually Get When You Work With Me

When you come to me with questions about diet and training, you're not getting generic advice. You're getting protocols that I've refined over decades of coaching. I'll tell you exactly what to eat, when to eat it, and why it works for your specific goals. I'll design training programs that fit your schedule and experience level while maximizing your results.

More importantly, I'll teach you the principles behind what we're doing. I don't want you dependent on me forever - I want you to understand why certain approaches work so you can make intelligent decisions about your training and nutrition for life.

The Bottom Line

Look, there are plenty of people out there who can give you a workout routine or meal plan. But if you want someone who's actually been in the trenches, who understands both the science and the practical application, and who's going to give you straight answers without the marketing fluff - that's what I bring to the table.

I've spent my career figuring out what actually works, not what sells supplements or gets clicks on social media. When you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and start making real progress, I'm here to help you get there.

What specific challenges are you dealing with right now in your training or nutrition? Let's cut through the confusion and get you moving in the right direction.