In this REAL TALK Q&A, I’m answering your biggest questions on fitness and faith — from my “skinny to fit” journey to the practical stuff that actually moves the needle when you’re trying to build muscle. I share how I first got into the gym through my uni rowing club (mainly because it got me into the gym for free, being honest), and the real catalyst behind my transformation: Jesus reminding me I wasn’t stewarding my body well. That mindset shift is what started everything. On the fitness side, I break down how to handle plateaus (including why deload weeks are a game-changer), how to progressively overload beyond just adding weight, and what I wish someone told me sooner: nutrition is 60–70% of your results. I also talk through lean bulking basics like calorie surplus + protein targets, how to approach cardio (steps are a non-negotiable for me), and what to do if you’re “too full at night” but still haven’t hit your calories. Then we get into faith — my testimony, baptism, what motivates me when I’m not feeling it, and the scriptures that keep me grounded. This one’s a mix of science-based coaching and heart-level perspective, because for me those two have always been connected.