New York State of Mind

Thinking back to last year with the future Mrs. Ronin at the Trump Hotel. They actually have a pretty solid gym there. Right after this picture was taken, we went outside and had a funny little run-in with a protester. Definitely made for a memorable trip! At Ronin Fitness of Richardson, I help clients build […]
All of our clients are 100% Free Range Humans

I have a great job. I get to bring my dog to work, lift weights with fun people, play my KISS records loud, walk around barefoot, and even take naps on the floor when things are slow. Pretty much, I get to be a free-range human. It’s a great environment to work in—and an even […]
Different Ways to Win

Did I Give 100% or Did I just get Lucky? People compete in the physique arts (bodybuilding, classic, figure, etc.) for many different reasons. This is the part where I’m supposed to talk about “playing to win,” but to be honest, I’ve always been freakishly disinterested in people around me unless I actually know them. […]
Halloween came a little early this year….

This is the most dangerous time of year for putting on weight—the very moment Halloween candy hits the shelves. And for some reason, Monster Cereals have arrived in stores in early AUGUST. Here at Ronin Fitness of Richardson, I prescribe a weekend “refeed” to all of my clients for both sanity and metabolic health—so you […]
Consistency Always Pays Off.

There is NOTHING quite like seeing a client get EXACTLY what they want. Looking for the best personal trainer in Richardson, Plano, or Garland?Did you get here by searching for “Personal Trainer Near Me”? If you’re in the Richardson, Plano, or Garland area and looking for the best personal trainer in Richardson, I’m here to […]
Sunday Motivation 08-03-2025

Sundays are the time to rest, recover, and RELOAD! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jet_Li Looking for the best personal trainer in Richardson, Plano, or Garland?Did you get here by searching for “Personal Trainer Near Me”? If you’re in the Richardson, Plano, or Garland area and looking for the best personal trainer in Richardson, I’m here to help. At Ronin […]
Yukio Mishima : Brains AND Brawn

It’s not a choice between brains or brawn—it’s always brains AND brawn.Even a monster 1987 three-hour arm workout only takes… three hours. (See Yukio Mishima for proof that discipline builds both: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yukio_Mishima) Looking for the best personal trainer in Richardson, Plano, or Garland?Did you get here by searching for “Personal Trainer Near Me”? If you’re […]
Health Food ain’t Health Food

unless it is Health Food……. Milk is health food. Steak is health food. Butter is health food. Eggs are health food. Cheese is health food. Black coffee is health food. White rice is health food. Sweet potatoes are health food. Tuna fish is health food (mercury, schmurcury). However, your quinoa, kale, and soy milk are […]
What does “Old School Fitness” REALLY mean?

What does “Old School Fitness” REALLY mean?It means standing by what has always worked, what still works today, and what will most likely never be replaced. At Ronin Fitness of Richardson, I help clients build muscle, lose fat, and reclaim their energy—without judgment. Whether you’re a seasoned lifter or just getting started, I’ll help you […]
Liver Tablets: The Original Bro-Tein

Most “Balanced” diets follow the 30/30/30 “ish” ratio by accident. Meaning if you have your calories at a light maintenance/weight loss level and the “1 gram of protein per pound of ideal bodyweight,” then it sort of accidentally shakes out to 30% each (with a slight inclination toward a little more protein). However, if you […]