TheStrengthExchange.com is a training and performance blog built for people who want to get stronger without wasting time on nonsense.
This site is led by our head coach and primary author, Thomas Ross, and supported by a small editorial team. We started The Strength Exchange because most fitness content online falls into two extremes: overly scientific writing that’s impossible to apply, or hype-driven advice that changes every week. Real progress usually comes from the boring basics done consistently — smart programming, solid technique, recovery you actually respect, and habits that don’t collapse the moment life gets busy.
Our goal is to make strength training feel clear and doable. We publish practical programs, exercise guides, and performance explainers that help you understand what matters, what doesn’t, and why. If a method works only in a perfect lab environment, we say so. If a popular trend is mostly marketing, we say that too.
What we cover
You’ll find content in a few core areas:
- strength programming (hypertrophy blocks, strength blocks, peaking, deloads)
- technique and cues for the main lifts and smart accessories
- recovery, sleep, and injury prevention basics
- nutrition fundamentals for performance and body composition
- “myth vs reality” breakdowns of fitness trends and supplements
We aim for writing that’s simple enough to use today, but honest enough to hold up over time.
How we work
We build articles around training principles, not personal opinions. When we cite research, we focus on the original study or reputable reviews, and we translate it into practical guidance. We also rely on coaching experience: what works across many lifters, not just one impressive transformation post. If we update a recommendation, we explain why.
Editorial team
The Strength Exchange is maintained by a small team:
Thomas Ross — Coach & Editor-in-Chief
Lena Hart — Training Editor
Marcus Vella — Research & Programming Support
For questions, corrections, or coaching inquiries, please email Thomas or use our Contact page. We typically respond within 1–2 business days.