John
Despite injuries and setbacks, John added another 90 lb to his competition total, earned a national record, reached 529 DOTS, and placed in the overall competition.
Balancing military responsibilities with training, John had already progressed from a 1,433 lb total (446 DOTS) to 1,537 lb (504 DOTS). His 2026 Nationals performance was another breakthrough: 529 DOTS, a national record, and another 90 lb on his total despite injuries and setbacks. His performance also earned an overall placing.
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“When I started working with Achilles, I was already lifting, but stuck. My progress felt slow, and balancing my Army work schedule with serious training seemed impossible. I was sitting at a 1433 total with a 446 DOTS and didn’t think I had much more in the tank.
Coach Oscar didn’t just hand me a program. He built one around my reality. We adjusted for field time, fatigue, and unpredictable schedules without losing sight of the bigger goal. Ten months later, I hit a 1537 total with a 504 DOTS and walked away with 4 state records.
This coaching wasn’t just numbers on a spreadsheet. It was accountability, structure, and real mentorship that pushed me through every barrier. If you’re serious about lifting no matter your lifestyle, this is the kind of guidance you need.”
