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This is the running log of what is working for me. I'm not selling plans or coaching. Just documenting the process, one workout at a time.

Honest updates from a work in progress

Building an App with AI: Portland Heritage Trees on Android

January 7, 2026

I built and published an Android app showcasing Portland's Heritage Trees. Every line of code was written in Claude Code. Every tree illustration was generated with Gemini. Here's how it came together.

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Transparent Workout Tracking: Real Data, Real Progress

September 6, 2025

I built a live workout feed directly from Hevy into this site. Every set, every rep, every PR gets posted immediately. No cherry-picking, no editing - just raw accountability for my fitness transformation.

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Deload and Re-Entry: Why Rest is Part of Progress

September 3, 2025

Taking a step back in training isn't failure. It's how you reload for the next push forward.

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Progressive Overload: More Plates, But That’s Okay

July 22, 2025

Progressive overload works because small, consistent increases build strength over time. I proved it to myself by miscounting plates on the leg press and lifting heavier than planned.

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First Pull-Up Machine Session: 6 Reps Down

July 10, 2025

My first time on the assisted pull-up machine. 6 reps down, and it felt awesome.

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