Coaches Corner: Threshold Training - Mechanics → Consistency → Intensity
Threshold Training
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April 7, 2026
Most people in the gym chase intensity first.
Sweating, moving fast, pushing hard.
But real progress doesn’t start there.
It follows a simple order:
Mechanics → Consistency → Intensity
Before anything else, you need to move well.
Good positions, control, and stability are your foundation.
Without it:
This is why we slow things down early.
Once you move well, the next step is doing it consistently.
Not just on your best days; but over and over again.
Consistency builds:
You don’t need perfect workouts.
You need consistent ones.
Now we add intensity.
This is where results happen; strength, conditioning, and body composition.
But here’s the key:
Intensity only works if it’s built on good movement and consistency.
Otherwise, it leads to burnout or injury.
You don’t need to rush.
You don’t need to go all out every day.
You just need to follow the process:
Move well → Do it often → Then push hard
That’s how you build real, long-term fitness.
Simple Meal Idea of the Week:
Egg Cups with Ham & Bacon
Protein-packed breakfast cups with eggs,
smoky bacon, and savory ham;
perfect for meal prep or a quick morning bite.
Ingredients
8 large eggs
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
½ cup diced ham
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup heavy cream
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 Tbsp butter or tallow (for greasing muffin tin)
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter or tallow.
In a bowl, whisk eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
Divide bacon, ham, and cheese evenly among cups. Pour egg mixture on top.
Bake for 18–20 minutes until set and lightly golden.
Cool slightly before removing and serve warm or store for meal prep.
Macronutrients
(per 3 cups, serves 4)
Protein: 28g
Fat: 28g
Carbs: 2g
See you in class,
Matt CCFT
