Upward Personal Training

Most People Quit Their Fitness Goals by Mid-January. Here’s Why.

Nearly 50% of all New Year’s resolutions are fitness or health related.

Sounds great at first. Until real life kicks in.

Here’s what the data shows:
• 23% quit in the first week of January
• About 43% quit by the end of January
• Only 8 to 9% of people actually stick with their resolution long term

Most people do not fail because they are lazy or unmotivated.
They fail because they try to do too much, too fast, without a real plan or accountability.

So let me ask you this.
Are you tired of restarting every January and hoping this time it sticks?

What if getting in shape did not mean crash diets, endless cardio, or stepping foot in a crowded gym?

I am an in-home personal trainer helping people in the Rockwall County area get stronger, lose weight, and feel better using simple habits that actually work long term.

Here is what we focus on:

• Lifting weights
• Eating enough protein
• Choosing more whole foods
• Walking daily

No extremes. No confusion. Just fundamentals done consistently.

This works especially well if you are a beginner or someone who feels like they are starting over again.

I bring a full gym setup straight to your house, so you do not have to deal with traffic, packed gyms, or guessing what to do.

January is when motivation is high.
Consistency is what actually changes your body.

My schedule fills up fast this time of year, so if you want to start strong and stay consistent all of 2025, now is the time to lock in a spot.

I am offering a free assessment session so you can see exactly how I train and decide if it is the right fit for you.

Available hours:
• Weekdays after 6 pm
• Weekends

Send me a message to grab a time.
If you have questions about getting started, drop them below and I will answer every one.

Looking for a sweet treat without the guilt?
Save this Fluffy Yogurt Recipe for later.

Fluffy Yogurt Recipe
Estimated Macros
Calories: ~280–330 kcal
Macros: Protein: ~40–45 g Carbs: ~12–18 g Fat: ~4–8 g

Ingredients

170 g vanilla Greek yogurt

80–100 g sugar-free Cool Whip

1 scoop protein powder (any flavor)

Small splash of milk (for consistency)

Toppings of your choice (berries, granola, chocolate chips, etc.)

Instructions

In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt and protein powder until smooth.

Add the Cool Whip and a splash of milk. Stir until it gets light and fluffy.

Chill in the fridge for 15–20 minutes so it thickens up.

Add your favorite toppings and enjoy.



Great as: high-protein dessert, snack, or sweet tooth killer.

What I have been working on in my own training routine

Focus I have been working on getting stronger in my compund lifts. This looks like a rep range of 2-7 and doing an intensity of about 80-90% of my 1RM. I have been doing about 3-4 working sets.

The rest of my training I have kept pretty much the same by staying in the 8-12 Rep Range and doing 2-3 sets depending on the muscle group.

My diet has been off and I have been getting back to eating 150-170g of protein. I have kept my Cals at a max of 2,300 but no less than 1,900.

What are some things you can improve on? Leave them in the comments or DM me and ill give you my personal opinion.

Today we pause to honor and thank the men and women who have served in our armed forces. Veterans Day is more than a date on the calendar; it is a reminder of the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of those who have answered the call to protect our freedoms.

To our veterans: your service makes a difference every day, and your commitment inspires us. Whether you served at home or abroad, in peace or in conflict, we are grateful for your dedication and the sacrifices made by you and your families.

Let us take this moment not only to recognize your service, but also to continue supporting you in every way we can. Thank you for everything you have done and continue to do.

Focusing on the triceps with a cable rope pulldown!
This move is a staple for building strong, defined arms. Keep your elbows tucked in and control the motion—don’t let momentum steal the work from your triceps.

Why it works:

Isolates all three heads of the triceps

Builds strength without stressing the shoulders

Great finisher after your compound lifts

Ready to add this to your program or need guidance on perfecting your form? Comment below or send me a message and let’s put together an arm routine that works for you!

You can’t spot‑reduce fat (and that’s OK!)

Let’s bust a myth that just won’t die: you can’t tell your body where to burn fat.

Doing endless crunches or tricep dips will strengthen the muscles in that area, but they won’t magically melt the fat on top. Fat loss happens in a whole‑body pattern driven by a combination of nutrition, consistent training, sleep and stress management.

What does work?

Full‑body strength training to build muscle and boost metabolism

Regular cardio or conditioning to improve heart health

A balanced, sustainable nutrition plan tailored to your goals

Patience and consistency, real results take time!

Have you ever fallen for the spot‑reduction myth? Comment below or let me know if you’ve heard it. If you’re ready for a plan that actually works, send me a message and let’s get you on the right track.

This is not one of my normal posts. I have been posting about my business for over three years now, but I think it is time I properly introduce why I became a Personal Trainer.

When I started Upward Personal Training, the goal was not just to take people’s fitness upward. It was to shine a light upward.

The fitness industry has become filled with misconceptions, comparison, and a focus on appearance over health. I believe fitness was designed for something deeper: to honor the body that God gave us. Jesus teaches us to treat our bodies like temples, which means respecting them in both extremes. We are called to care for ourselves, not out of vanity, but out of gratitude and stewardship.

Every session I lead begins with a positive attitude and a simple mission: to help people improve one of the most personal and vulnerable areas of their lives. My business allows me to reach individuals who may not know the faith or the gospel of Jesus, but through my actions, I aim to reflect His light. I want people to see that fitness can be a path toward peace, confidence, and balance, rather than punishment or guilt.

While health and fitness are important to me, my highest priority is honoring God and serving His people. Over the years, I have come to embrace a concept that I call grace-based fitness. I did not create this idea, but I strive to live it out in every workout, conversation, and coaching session.

Grace-based fitness means meeting people where they are in their journey, not where others believe they should be. It means offering grace when we fall short, because we all do. It also means understanding that progress is not defined by perfection, but by perseverance.

My purpose is to help people become stronger, healthier, and more confident while guiding them toward a deeper sense of gratitude and respect for the life and body they have been given. Fitness is the tool, but faith is the foundation.