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The Strong Way|Fitness Coach

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Desmond Trogdon | OCB Pro
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Let’s talk supplements. 💊

Supplements can be a great addition to your routine, but they should never replace real food. Whole foods should always be your main source of protein and nutrients.

You’ve been blessed with one body. Take care of it by fueling it well.

One of the questions I get asked most is, “What supplements do you take?”

My answer always starts with my diet.

As a tested professional bodybuilder, I don’t rely heavily on supplements. I use protein powder occasionally to help me hit my calorie and protein goals, but my physique was built by getting serious about my nutrition—not by buying every supplement on the shelf.

I had a decent physique before, but it wasn’t until I mastered my food that my physique truly changed.

Focus on the basics first. The supplements can come later.

I’m currently accepting new coaching clients. If you’re ready to build muscle, lose fat, or finally take the guesswork out of your nutrition, send me a DM with “COACHING.” 💪🏾 by @_thestrongway

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2 months ago

Today was the first of many.

My first bodybuilding client, Aaron, stepped on stage for the very first time today, and I couldn’t be more proud of him.

He trusted the process from day one, coming down from 180 lbs to 155 lbs, and never once complained. Every cardio session, every meal, every low-energy day—he showed up. Today that discipline paid off as he earned 2nd place in his class and stepped on stage with confidence.

As a coach, there are few things more rewarding than walking alongside someone through one of the most demanding journeys they’ll ever take. Seeing months of sacrifice come to life under the lights is something I’ll never take for granted.

This is only the beginning. Team Strongway is on the rise, and I’m committed to continuing to learn, grow, and help more people become the strongest version of themselves.

Proud of you, Aaron. This won’t be your last time on that stage by @_thestrongway

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3 months ago

Seven years ago today, The Strongway was birthed in a college dorm room.

What started as a vision has grown into something far greater than I could have imagined. Seven years later, The Strongway continues to grow, impact lives, and help people become stronger—inside and out.

I’m incredibly grateful for every client, supporter, friend, and family member who has been part of this journey.

We’re celebrating this milestone in a big way, but you’ll have to hang on just a little longer… 👀

Comment “SEVEN” if you’re ready for what’s coming next. by @_thestrongway

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4 months ago

Crunches, sit-ups, and endless ab workouts won’t uncover your abs or burn away belly fat.
One of the biggest fitness myths is that you can burn belly fat by doing more ab workouts. The truth is: you cannot spot reduce fat. Your body decides where it loses fat from, and no amount of crunches, sit-ups, or ab circuits will specifically melt fat off your stomach.

Ab exercises are great for building a stronger core, improving stability, and developing the abdominal muscles themselves—but if your body fat is too high, those muscles won’t be visible.

If your goal is visible abs, focus on the fundamentals:
 ✅ Consistent caloric deficit ✅ Strength training to preserve muscle ✅ High-protein diet ✅ Adequate recovery and consistency

There’s also a huge difference between losing weight and losing muscle. The goal isn’t just to make the scale go down—it’s to lose body fat while maintaining as much lean muscle as possible.

Build the muscle. Lose the fat. Trust the process.
If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and want a straightforward plan that actually works, I can help.
DM me “STRONG” for information on my 1-on-1 coaching. 💪 by @_thestrongway

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4 months ago

Okay, so say you woke up one day and decided you wanted to put on more muscle mass…

Here are 5 things I’d focus on immediately:

1. Stop “bulking”
Most people completely misunderstand what a bulk actually is. Bulking is NOT an excuse to eat a bunch of junk and get sloppy.

A proper bulk should be just as calculated as a cut. Yes, you’ll have more calories and flexibility, but structure still matters.

2. Control the weight
I’m all for lifting heavy, but ego lifting won’t help you grow.

If you can’t properly control and contract the weight, your muscles won’t respond the way they should. Slow down and focus on quality reps.

3. Rest properly between sets
If you don’t recover after a hard set, your next set suffers.

Moving too fast through your workout can leave gains on the table because you’re not able to give maximum effort consistently.

4. Track your lifts
You should know exactly what you lifted the week before.

Muscle is built through progressive overload. If you keep doing the same thing over and over, your body has no reason to grow.

5. Stop changing your split every week
Consistency builds muscle.

Stop hopping from program to program and master the basics. Perfect your form, stay consistent, and gradually increase the weight over time.

If you’re serious about building muscle and want structure, accountability, and a real plan…

DM me “STRONG” and let’s lock in 🫡 by @_thestrongway

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5 months ago

5 things I’d do IMMEDIATELY if I was starting from scratch and wanted to lose fat + get in shape:

1. Stop weighing yourself every day.
If the scale doesn’t move as fast as you want, most people get discouraged and quit.
Your body may need time to adjust to training, nutrition, and consistency.
Focus on building habits first. Results will follow.

2. Stop drinking your calories.
Sugary drinks, fancy coffees, calorie-dense sauces, and excessive alcohol consumption can quietly crush your progress.
A lot of people think they’re eating clean… but they’re drinking themselves out of a calorie deficit.
The little things add up fast.

3. Utilize the incline on the treadmill.
A consistent incline walk is one of the most underrated fat-loss tools.
There’s nothing wrong with HIIT, but a steady incline walk is efficient, sustainable, and easier to recover from.

4. Stop eating heavy meals right before bed.
Your body needs time to digest and recover.
Late-night heavy meals can impact digestion, sleep quality, and overall consistency.

5. Stop eye-guessing your food.
You could easily be under-eating or over-eating because your portions aren’t accurate.
Buy a food scale.
Measure your food.
Know exactly what you’re eating.
Discipline. Consistency. Results.

DM “STRONGWAY” if you’re serious about changing your physique. by @_thestrongway

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I’m excited to open up more space to work with new clients and help people step into the strongest version of themselves.

At The Strongway, we believe in accountability and structure because without them, real growth is hard to sustain.

If you’re serious about your health and ready for guidance, direction, and results…

DM me “Coach” and let’s get your journey started
the Strongest Way. 🫡 by @_thestrongway

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6 months ago

CLIENT SHOUTOUT!!! 🦍🔥

Incredibly proud of my guy Daniel.

In just under 3 months, he went from being out of the gym for years with no real structure… to building strength, losing body fat, and showing up consistently.

No shortcuts. Just discipline.

We built a plan around his busy schedule and focused on what actually works—structure, accountability, and execution.

Daniel has gotten significantly stronger while loosing body fat.

This is what happens when you commit.

If you’re tired of doing the same thing and seeing no changes…

DM me “Coach” and let’s talk.

The Strongest Way 🖤🦍

#Strongway #ClientWins by @_thestrongway

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There is no secret formula.

Show up, collect the data, and keep getting better.

Let’s have a great week 💆🏾‍♂️

#strongway by @_thestrongway

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7 months ago

You’re closer than you think.

The strength
The confidence
The discipline.

It’s already in you. It’s just time to exercise what you already have.

Let’s lock in 💆🏾‍♂️

#strongway by @_thestrongway

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7 months ago

It’s not lack of motivation, it’s lack of structure.

Plan it out and execute. 🫵🏾

DM for coaching.

#strongway by @_thestrongway

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Let this be the month.

No more negotiation.

Write it down and make it plain.

When motivation fades, discipline steps in.

Let’s lock in 💆🏾‍♂️

#strongway by @_thestrongway

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