This program with Cee has been a game changer for me. Post menopause I have struggled with finding the right way to keep my body strong and my metabolism from the downward spiral. As a physician I know this is often how we women start to unwind health wise and really start to age quickly. I have tried several things on my journey-HIIT workouts, bootcamp, pilates, cardio which I used to love but post menopause exhausts me and didn't seem to help. This program is so elegantly simple but so well thought out to maximize the outcome. Cheryl is such a good trainer who is always educating as to the "why" with evidence based information, always updating in real time using very reliable sources which is so important in a time when it is difficult to sift through all the information that technology makes available. Her nutritional program is simple and easy to follow focusing on real whole foods not some complicated fad program which requires buying a lot of supplements. This is a program designed for women for the long haul to improve strength, function, bone density and longevity and the way we think about aging. Additionally, the community of women is such a positive and, for me, unexpected benefit. So encouraging to see these women from everywhere just like me encouraging one another and getting it done. A+ Cheryl! You're knocking it outta the park! This is my first challenge but I am now signed up for Cee's annual program!

This is my most honest review of my first Summer Strong challenge with Cheryl. I was always skinny and consistent with training throughout my life. However, three years ago, I gained 10 kg (perimenopause). The same weight I had during one of my pregnancies! I did everything—and more—and still, nothing changed. I followed workout programs from two well-known trainers, and nothing. The way I had always eaten no longer worked. I'm a nutrition professor, and even that didn’t help! No diet worked—not even the one heavily promoted by a famous doctor specializing in menopause. Nothing… Still, being used to training 5 times a week, I started the challenge full of doubts: what could I possibly achieve by training just 3 times a week if nothing had changed with 5? Nevertheless, I committed to following Cheryl to the letter. And… the magic happened without me even realizing it. Through her pedagogy, Cheryl made it clear that the key was training to muscle failure. The goal wasn’t to lose weight. The goal wasn’t “next month.” The goal was today: to push every set to failure. Nothing more. And after 6 weeks, where the goal shifted from losing weight to becoming strong, everything changed. Did I lose weight? No. But the mirror shows a completely different image. Fat was burned and muscle was built. The before-and-after photos are the kind I normally wouldn’t believe when I see them on social media. Don’t believe me? Do the challenge and see for yourselves! Give yourself that gift

I have done many fitness programs over the past 13 years, not only general fitness programs, but specific programs for pregnancy, postpartum, diastasis recti, pelvic floor, and more. This is the best experience that I have had by far. When I reached out to Anna, she gave me plenty of information to help me decide on the best option for me. Moving into the actual program, I love the in depth education at the start that gives you the groundwork to understand why you are going to be doing what you are doing. It also leans into how to promote your success within the program by being mindful of your "stack" and alignment throughout day to day life. Within the training through motherhood program, there is a mix of strength training and deep floor and pelvic floor, with different tabs based on where you are at in your journey (pregnancy, postpartum, standard, modified). This makes this being a forever yours program even more valuable. The flow of the workouts are easy to follow, which makes me "keep at my workout" because I don't end up taking longer breaks when the break time is not long enough for me or vice versa. The weekly zoom calls for the challenge program is a big game changer too. Like where else can you get on a live video call with the creator to ask questions in real time? This is on top of the community page where you can get support from Anna and the community of other Moms. Anna's true passion for health and fitness, in addition to her genuine care for the women she works with is truly inspiring. I want to be just like her when I grow up ;) I thank God for the blessing she has been.

This is my 2nd challenge in a row with Anna, and after stacking the challenges, I’ve found that my mind to body connection has improved by leaps and bounds from the first one (which I didn’t know was possible). I’m 31 with 3 kid and I feel more fit than I’ve been in my entire life. I’ve been an athlete (soccer) & have strength trained since I was a teen, but the muscle I see and the strength I feel in only 12 weeks with Anna has put to shame any fitness I thought I had before now. I want to shout from the rooftops that Anna’s programs are the ticket if you want to heal your pelvic floor, improve your breathing (you don’t realize how little oxygen you’re getting), and as a pleasant side effect, get super ripped (no, not like a guy 😆)! I promise you, your mom friends will start asking you what you’re doing…I’ve experienced this a lot in the past few weeks 😜 I can’t say enough good things about Summer Strong. You don’t need a gym, lots of the exercises you don’t even need equipment for if you don’t have it. Anna’s knowledge is vast, and she is SO on the ball when it comes to responding to every little post or comment…this community ROCKS! Thank you girl for everything you’re giving to us, we aren’t compensating you enough for your service to women ❤️ The pics I’ve included are 2.5 months apart

I am 38 years old and currently 6 months postpartum with my 4th child while also exclusively breastfeeding. I am proud of myself for completing every one of the 37 workouts this challenge. - with 4 kids (2 being under 2) I can literally feel myself getting stronger through my workouts (lots of PRs) and just everyday mom life in general. My 360 breathing has improved so much, I love feeling my upper back and ribs expand with my inhales and how I can fully empty with my exhales. I have also gained a lot of connection and new strength in my core which wasn’t ever possible at this stage postpartum with my other babies. Right now my focus is to continue fueling myself properly, building more strength, and connecting to my core and breath even more -which I cannot wait to continue to chip away at in Anna’s next challenge! These challenges are unlike anything I’ve ever trained with before. There has been many “ahh haa moments” throughout this challenge as I have learned many new things and different ways to connect within my body. I have an entirely different perspective on how to properly “move like a mother” and “train through motherhood” thanks to Anna. Thank you Anna for your exceptional education, your hard work, and all of your consistent dedication to helping women in every stage and season of our lives. I’m excited to continue this lifelong journey with you and all of these amazing women. ❤️ Kristen

This really was my last ditch effort in trying to fix my stubborn 1.5 fingers DR & protruding belly button PP. i always hated that i still looked like I’m 4months pregnant when i already 18months PP (at point of joining this program) I’m so glad i joined this program, because, i realise, it was more than just DR. It was improper breathing & years of tension in my PF that was contributing to my stubborn mum pooch! This program has helped me to fix my DR, which is only 1/4 of a finger space now, taught me to brace my core, ease my PF tension & how to breathe correctly, whether its just day-to-day or during exercise, or even just lifting my toddler. Needless to say, the changes in my breathing still needs work & i still occasionally hold tension in my PF, but it’s so much better compared to before i joined this program! Thank you, Anna for sharing your knowledge & tools! I couldn’t be happier!! Can’t wait to start on your next program!

This is my second challenge with Anna and WOW it has been truly transformational!!! I have learned so much and feel so much more confident! I started Anna’s programs with a grade 2 prolapse and symptoms like leaking every day, I felt like a granny! I had lost my confidence and I felt gross and unattractive. Since then I have reduced my prolapse to grade 1 and have very few symptoms! I’m now able to play with the kids, dance with my husband and laugh without leaks! The community in these challenges is like no other, amazing women getting it done and standing for one and other every day. Signing up with Anna is the best decision I made since deciding to have kids, I have my future back!

This was my 3rd challenge with Anna and it was my favorite yet! I absolutely loved the shorter workouts, but they still packed the same punch. In March I took a leap of faith and joined my first challenge with Anna and I have been singing praises since! Honestly, I wasn't expecting much and incredibly intimidated. I've had DR/pelvic floor pain since my oldest’s birth 7 years ago and it only got worse after my second pregnancy. I'd been to multiple PF therapist and nothing seemed to help. I was shocked when I started seeing/feeling visable changes just 3 weeks into Anna's program!! 5 months later, my DR has gone from 3 fingers width/knuckle deep to less than a finger width/fingers aren't sinking in anymore! More importantly, Anna's foundations have helped me build a functioning core again, truly learning how to manage my pressure properly and no longer experiencing pelvic floor pain and that "falling out" sensation. In turn, I have actually been able to progessively overload for the first time since having babies! It's been the biggest blessing to feel strong and confident in body again! And don’t get me started on the incredible community of women inside the program! It’s one of my favorite parts to witness and be a part of women supporting and encouraging each other along in our journeys.

When I started, I felt weak, inconsistent, and discouraged. I had a lot of back pain, felt disconnected from my core, and had to modify almost everything. I didn’t feel confident in my body or what it was capable of. Over the course of the program, my progress went far beyond what a before-and-after photo could show. I increased my weights, hit PRs, built significant core strength, and experienced much less back pain. Most importantly, my mindset changed. I learned that I can do hard things, and that pregnancy doesn’t mean I can’t continue getting stronger. Now at 29 weeks pregnant, after doing Anna’s programs throughout my entire pregnancy, I’m so thankful for the foundation they’ve helped me build. My alignment has improved, my anterior pelvic tilt is gone, my mobility and core strength are better, and I’m even 360 breathing without thinking about it. I genuinely can’t imagine how different this pregnancy would feel without this foundation. Anna’s kindness, passion, and genuine connection with this community make these programs so special. I truly couldn’t recommend it more!

I absolutely LOVE that this program offers lifetime access and truly provides so many options for everyone, no matter where they are in their journey. After giving birth, I had been trying to understand my deep core and pelvic floor for so long, but no YouTube video or physical therapist was able to explain it in a way that truly clicked for me like Anna did. She breaks everything down with so much depth and clarity and helped me finally understand how to properly reconnect with and strengthen my body. I love that Anna provides modifications for pregnancy, postpartum, and everyday workouts, making the program accessible through every stage of motherhood. It fits perfectly into a mom’s busy schedule!! I was sometimes only able to commit 20 minutes or complete workouts while traveling, yet I still saw incredible results by the end. The workouts and education in this program helped resolve several lingering postpartum pains and issues I had been dealing with, and I’m so excited to continue repeating this challenge as I progress to the advanced tab and eventually come back to it during future pregnancies with the pregnancy tab as well. I also know no matter what happens in future births/pregnancies, I can always come back to this challenge to see what exercises she recommends to fix certain pains! I love how she has a tab for each possible pain with exercises for all dysfunctions you could possibly experience from birth! I truly cannot recommend Anna and MLAM enough. This program has been such an amazing investment in my health, confidence, and understanding of my body!

I’ve been doing Anna’s challenges since March. The strength I’ve gained mentally and physically is beyond my wildest dreams. I have seen multiple PFT since having my 2 boys and never gotten results like I have in strengthening my core/pelvic floor reducing my DR drastically in just 5 months. That in turn has allowed me to actually be able to progressively overload and start achieving the body recomposition I’ve been dreaming of for years! Not to mention Anna’s steady encouragement and genuine love for all the women in her programs! She put her heart and soul into every single challenge! If you’ve ever considered jumping in - DO IT! My only regret is that I didn’t start over a year ago when I found her instagram and sat on the sidelines watching instead of believing in myself sooner!

Former figure style body builder, I noticed a definite pop and lifted booty in the first 3weeks! I've been lifting for more than 10years....I saw more strength gains and visible changed doing dumbells only and lifting less! Love the educational posts as well. I just signed up for the annual membership cause I liked it so much

Anna’s challenges are like nothing I’ve come across before. First of all the amount of education she provides is top notch and such an added bonus! Her cueing and explanations really make a difference in knowing I’m executing the move correctly and she provides plenty of modifications for progression and regression depending on your ability level and season. The program is created in a way you can tailor based on how much time you have or how you’re feeling that day and the app itself is easy to navigate and track your time, weights, reps as well as notes to track your progress. The community aspect is awesome - an encouraging and supportive group of women that are in the trenches with you day after day AND Anna is right there responding to everyone too (she’s also doing the program with us!) Her dedication to what she does and what she preaches is unmatched and I am in awe of all she does with such integrity, humility and grace. This is my 3rd challenge and I am hooked - seeing the results and gradual transformation both in the mirror and FEELING it in my daily life! 100% recommend no matter your season of life!

Send challenge I've done with Michael and this one finally got me over the plateau I'd been stuck on for a year. Started Heat Wave at 212 and finished at 201, but the number I actually care about is my squal - added 35lbs in six weeks because the progressive overload is programmed like actually expects you to follow it. The daily structure took all the tinking out of it: open the app, do the work, log it, done. When my lower back tweaked in week 3 I posted in the community half-expecting silence and michael replied within the hour with two swaps that kept me training through it. My wife started asking what Ive been doing differently, which honestly is the only review that matters. Already signed up for whatever comes next.

Second challenge I've done with Michael and this one finally got me over the plateau I'd been stuck on for a year. Started Heat Wave at 212 and finished at 201, but the number I actually care about is my squat — added 35 lbs in six weeks because the progressive overload is programmed like he actually expects you to follow it. The daily structure took all the thinking out of it: open the app, do the work, log it, done. When my lower back tweaked in week 3 I posted in the community half-expecting silence and Michael replied within the hour with two swaps that kept me training through it. My wife started asking what I've been doing differently, which honestly is the only review that matters. Already signed up for whatever comes next.

I almost didn't sign up for the 6 Week Heat Wave because I'd fallen off hard since last summer — barely training twice a week and eating like garbage. Six weeks later I'm down 9 lbs, my lifts are back over where they were a year ago, and I actually look forward to training again. The programming is the real deal: every week built on the last, the supersets kept sessions under an hour, and the mobility finishers quietly fixed the shoulder pinch I'd been ignoring for months. What surprised me most was Michael himself — I asked a question about substituting dumbbells for the barbell days and he answered in the community same day with an actual video. Week 4 I wanted to quit during the leg circuit and the check-in thread kept me honest. If you're on the fence, just do it — this is the first program I've finished start to finish and I'm rolling straight into whatever he drops next.

This program with Cee has been a game changer for me. Post menopause I have struggled with finding the right way to keep my body strong and my metabolism from the downward spiral. As a physician I know this is often how we women start to unwind health wise and really start to age quickly. I have tried several things on my journey-HIIT workouts, bootcamp, pilates, cardio which I used to love but post menopause exhausts me and didn't seem to help. This program is so elegantly simple but so well thought out to maximize the outcome. Cheryl is such a good trainer who is always educating as to the "why" with evidence based information, always updating in real time using very reliable sources which is so important in a time when it is difficult to sift through all the information that technology makes available. Her nutritional program is simple and easy to follow focusing on real whole foods not some complicated fad program which requires buying a lot of supplements. This is a program designed for women for the long haul to improve strength, function, bone density and longevity and the way we think about aging. Additionally, the community of women is such a positive and, for me, unexpected benefit. So encouraging to see these women from everywhere just like me encouraging one another and getting it done. A+ Cheryl! You're knocking it outta the park! This is my first challenge but I am now signed up for Cee's annual program!

This is my most honest review of my first Summer Strong challenge with Cheryl. I was always skinny and consistent with training throughout my life. However, three years ago, I gained 10 kg (perimenopause). The same weight I had during one of my pregnancies! I did everything—and more—and still, nothing changed. I followed workout programs from two well-known trainers, and nothing. The way I had always eaten no longer worked. I'm a nutrition professor, and even that didn’t help! No diet worked—not even the one heavily promoted by a famous doctor specializing in menopause. Nothing… Still, being used to training 5 times a week, I started the challenge full of doubts: what could I possibly achieve by training just 3 times a week if nothing had changed with 5? Nevertheless, I committed to following Cheryl to the letter. And… the magic happened without me even realizing it. Through her pedagogy, Cheryl made it clear that the key was training to muscle failure. The goal wasn’t to lose weight. The goal wasn’t “next month.” The goal was today: to push every set to failure. Nothing more. And after 6 weeks, where the goal shifted from losing weight to becoming strong, everything changed. Did I lose weight? No. But the mirror shows a completely different image. Fat was burned and muscle was built. The before-and-after photos are the kind I normally wouldn’t believe when I see them on social media. Don’t believe me? Do the challenge and see for yourselves! Give yourself that gift

I have done many fitness programs over the past 13 years, not only general fitness programs, but specific programs for pregnancy, postpartum, diastasis recti, pelvic floor, and more. This is the best experience that I have had by far. When I reached out to Anna, she gave me plenty of information to help me decide on the best option for me. Moving into the actual program, I love the in depth education at the start that gives you the groundwork to understand why you are going to be doing what you are doing. It also leans into how to promote your success within the program by being mindful of your "stack" and alignment throughout day to day life. Within the training through motherhood program, there is a mix of strength training and deep floor and pelvic floor, with different tabs based on where you are at in your journey (pregnancy, postpartum, standard, modified). This makes this being a forever yours program even more valuable. The flow of the workouts are easy to follow, which makes me "keep at my workout" because I don't end up taking longer breaks when the break time is not long enough for me or vice versa. The weekly zoom calls for the challenge program is a big game changer too. Like where else can you get on a live video call with the creator to ask questions in real time? This is on top of the community page where you can get support from Anna and the community of other Moms. Anna's true passion for health and fitness, in addition to her genuine care for the women she works with is truly inspiring. I want to be just like her when I grow up ;) I thank God for the blessing she has been.

This is my 2nd challenge in a row with Anna, and after stacking the challenges, I’ve found that my mind to body connection has improved by leaps and bounds from the first one (which I didn’t know was possible). I’m 31 with 3 kid and I feel more fit than I’ve been in my entire life. I’ve been an athlete (soccer) & have strength trained since I was a teen, but the muscle I see and the strength I feel in only 12 weeks with Anna has put to shame any fitness I thought I had before now. I want to shout from the rooftops that Anna’s programs are the ticket if you want to heal your pelvic floor, improve your breathing (you don’t realize how little oxygen you’re getting), and as a pleasant side effect, get super ripped (no, not like a guy 😆)! I promise you, your mom friends will start asking you what you’re doing…I’ve experienced this a lot in the past few weeks 😜 I can’t say enough good things about Summer Strong. You don’t need a gym, lots of the exercises you don’t even need equipment for if you don’t have it. Anna’s knowledge is vast, and she is SO on the ball when it comes to responding to every little post or comment…this community ROCKS! Thank you girl for everything you’re giving to us, we aren’t compensating you enough for your service to women ❤️ The pics I’ve included are 2.5 months apart

I am 38 years old and currently 6 months postpartum with my 4th child while also exclusively breastfeeding. I am proud of myself for completing every one of the 37 workouts this challenge. - with 4 kids (2 being under 2) I can literally feel myself getting stronger through my workouts (lots of PRs) and just everyday mom life in general. My 360 breathing has improved so much, I love feeling my upper back and ribs expand with my inhales and how I can fully empty with my exhales. I have also gained a lot of connection and new strength in my core which wasn’t ever possible at this stage postpartum with my other babies. Right now my focus is to continue fueling myself properly, building more strength, and connecting to my core and breath even more -which I cannot wait to continue to chip away at in Anna’s next challenge! These challenges are unlike anything I’ve ever trained with before. There has been many “ahh haa moments” throughout this challenge as I have learned many new things and different ways to connect within my body. I have an entirely different perspective on how to properly “move like a mother” and “train through motherhood” thanks to Anna. Thank you Anna for your exceptional education, your hard work, and all of your consistent dedication to helping women in every stage and season of our lives. I’m excited to continue this lifelong journey with you and all of these amazing women. ❤️ Kristen

This really was my last ditch effort in trying to fix my stubborn 1.5 fingers DR & protruding belly button PP. i always hated that i still looked like I’m 4months pregnant when i already 18months PP (at point of joining this program) I’m so glad i joined this program, because, i realise, it was more than just DR. It was improper breathing & years of tension in my PF that was contributing to my stubborn mum pooch! This program has helped me to fix my DR, which is only 1/4 of a finger space now, taught me to brace my core, ease my PF tension & how to breathe correctly, whether its just day-to-day or during exercise, or even just lifting my toddler. Needless to say, the changes in my breathing still needs work & i still occasionally hold tension in my PF, but it’s so much better compared to before i joined this program! Thank you, Anna for sharing your knowledge & tools! I couldn’t be happier!! Can’t wait to start on your next program!

This is my second challenge with Anna and WOW it has been truly transformational!!! I have learned so much and feel so much more confident! I started Anna’s programs with a grade 2 prolapse and symptoms like leaking every day, I felt like a granny! I had lost my confidence and I felt gross and unattractive. Since then I have reduced my prolapse to grade 1 and have very few symptoms! I’m now able to play with the kids, dance with my husband and laugh without leaks! The community in these challenges is like no other, amazing women getting it done and standing for one and other every day. Signing up with Anna is the best decision I made since deciding to have kids, I have my future back!

This was my 3rd challenge with Anna and it was my favorite yet! I absolutely loved the shorter workouts, but they still packed the same punch. In March I took a leap of faith and joined my first challenge with Anna and I have been singing praises since! Honestly, I wasn't expecting much and incredibly intimidated. I've had DR/pelvic floor pain since my oldest’s birth 7 years ago and it only got worse after my second pregnancy. I'd been to multiple PF therapist and nothing seemed to help. I was shocked when I started seeing/feeling visable changes just 3 weeks into Anna's program!! 5 months later, my DR has gone from 3 fingers width/knuckle deep to less than a finger width/fingers aren't sinking in anymore! More importantly, Anna's foundations have helped me build a functioning core again, truly learning how to manage my pressure properly and no longer experiencing pelvic floor pain and that "falling out" sensation. In turn, I have actually been able to progessively overload for the first time since having babies! It's been the biggest blessing to feel strong and confident in body again! And don’t get me started on the incredible community of women inside the program! It’s one of my favorite parts to witness and be a part of women supporting and encouraging each other along in our journeys.

When I started, I felt weak, inconsistent, and discouraged. I had a lot of back pain, felt disconnected from my core, and had to modify almost everything. I didn’t feel confident in my body or what it was capable of. Over the course of the program, my progress went far beyond what a before-and-after photo could show. I increased my weights, hit PRs, built significant core strength, and experienced much less back pain. Most importantly, my mindset changed. I learned that I can do hard things, and that pregnancy doesn’t mean I can’t continue getting stronger. Now at 29 weeks pregnant, after doing Anna’s programs throughout my entire pregnancy, I’m so thankful for the foundation they’ve helped me build. My alignment has improved, my anterior pelvic tilt is gone, my mobility and core strength are better, and I’m even 360 breathing without thinking about it. I genuinely can’t imagine how different this pregnancy would feel without this foundation. Anna’s kindness, passion, and genuine connection with this community make these programs so special. I truly couldn’t recommend it more!

I absolutely LOVE that this program offers lifetime access and truly provides so many options for everyone, no matter where they are in their journey. After giving birth, I had been trying to understand my deep core and pelvic floor for so long, but no YouTube video or physical therapist was able to explain it in a way that truly clicked for me like Anna did. She breaks everything down with so much depth and clarity and helped me finally understand how to properly reconnect with and strengthen my body. I love that Anna provides modifications for pregnancy, postpartum, and everyday workouts, making the program accessible through every stage of motherhood. It fits perfectly into a mom’s busy schedule!! I was sometimes only able to commit 20 minutes or complete workouts while traveling, yet I still saw incredible results by the end. The workouts and education in this program helped resolve several lingering postpartum pains and issues I had been dealing with, and I’m so excited to continue repeating this challenge as I progress to the advanced tab and eventually come back to it during future pregnancies with the pregnancy tab as well. I also know no matter what happens in future births/pregnancies, I can always come back to this challenge to see what exercises she recommends to fix certain pains! I love how she has a tab for each possible pain with exercises for all dysfunctions you could possibly experience from birth! I truly cannot recommend Anna and MLAM enough. This program has been such an amazing investment in my health, confidence, and understanding of my body!

I’ve been doing Anna’s challenges since March. The strength I’ve gained mentally and physically is beyond my wildest dreams. I have seen multiple PFT since having my 2 boys and never gotten results like I have in strengthening my core/pelvic floor reducing my DR drastically in just 5 months. That in turn has allowed me to actually be able to progressively overload and start achieving the body recomposition I’ve been dreaming of for years! Not to mention Anna’s steady encouragement and genuine love for all the women in her programs! She put her heart and soul into every single challenge! If you’ve ever considered jumping in - DO IT! My only regret is that I didn’t start over a year ago when I found her instagram and sat on the sidelines watching instead of believing in myself sooner!

Former figure style body builder, I noticed a definite pop and lifted booty in the first 3weeks! I've been lifting for more than 10years....I saw more strength gains and visible changed doing dumbells only and lifting less! Love the educational posts as well. I just signed up for the annual membership cause I liked it so much

Anna’s challenges are like nothing I’ve come across before. First of all the amount of education she provides is top notch and such an added bonus! Her cueing and explanations really make a difference in knowing I’m executing the move correctly and she provides plenty of modifications for progression and regression depending on your ability level and season. The program is created in a way you can tailor based on how much time you have or how you’re feeling that day and the app itself is easy to navigate and track your time, weights, reps as well as notes to track your progress. The community aspect is awesome - an encouraging and supportive group of women that are in the trenches with you day after day AND Anna is right there responding to everyone too (she’s also doing the program with us!) Her dedication to what she does and what she preaches is unmatched and I am in awe of all she does with such integrity, humility and grace. This is my 3rd challenge and I am hooked - seeing the results and gradual transformation both in the mirror and FEELING it in my daily life! 100% recommend no matter your season of life!

Send challenge I've done with Michael and this one finally got me over the plateau I'd been stuck on for a year. Started Heat Wave at 212 and finished at 201, but the number I actually care about is my squal - added 35lbs in six weeks because the progressive overload is programmed like actually expects you to follow it. The daily structure took all the tinking out of it: open the app, do the work, log it, done. When my lower back tweaked in week 3 I posted in the community half-expecting silence and michael replied within the hour with two swaps that kept me training through it. My wife started asking what Ive been doing differently, which honestly is the only review that matters. Already signed up for whatever comes next.

Second challenge I've done with Michael and this one finally got me over the plateau I'd been stuck on for a year. Started Heat Wave at 212 and finished at 201, but the number I actually care about is my squat — added 35 lbs in six weeks because the progressive overload is programmed like he actually expects you to follow it. The daily structure took all the thinking out of it: open the app, do the work, log it, done. When my lower back tweaked in week 3 I posted in the community half-expecting silence and Michael replied within the hour with two swaps that kept me training through it. My wife started asking what I've been doing differently, which honestly is the only review that matters. Already signed up for whatever comes next.

I almost didn't sign up for the 6 Week Heat Wave because I'd fallen off hard since last summer — barely training twice a week and eating like garbage. Six weeks later I'm down 9 lbs, my lifts are back over where they were a year ago, and I actually look forward to training again. The programming is the real deal: every week built on the last, the supersets kept sessions under an hour, and the mobility finishers quietly fixed the shoulder pinch I'd been ignoring for months. What surprised me most was Michael himself — I asked a question about substituting dumbbells for the barbell days and he answered in the community same day with an actual video. Week 4 I wanted to quit during the leg circuit and the check-in thread kept me honest. If you're on the fence, just do it — this is the first program I've finished start to finish and I'm rolling straight into whatever he drops next.