Why You’re Not Progressing: The Power of Benchmark Retesting

Are you actually getting fitter, or just going through the motions? Data doesn't lie, but feelings often do. We break down why benchmark workouts are the "game day" of your training.

If you want to build a body and a future that is truly unstoppable, hit the FOLLOW button and turn on notifications so you never miss a Tuesday session!

Join Matt and Anna Terry as they dive into why retesting is the only way to prove your investment in the gym is paying off. We discuss how to overcome performance anxiety, why a "win" isn't always a faster time or a heavier weight, and the details for the upcoming 2026 Intramural Open.

🕒 Inside the Episode:

0:00 Intro: Benchmark Workouts as the "Game Day" of Fitness

2:07 Objective Evidence vs. Feelings

3:30 Stop Moving the Goalposts: The Importance of Celebrating Milestones

5:10 The "Quality Win": Why Form Matters More than the Clock

7:59 Overcoming the Fear of Showing Up (Accountability)

11:28 Using Data to Pivot Your Training Plan

14:05 Juggernaut Fitness Intramural Open 2026 Details

16:20 The Unstoppable Challenge: Your Weekly Action Step

🚀 The Unstoppable Challenge:

Pick one movement or lift you’ve done previously and retest it this week. Collect the data, remove the feelings, and see where you truly stand. Tag us in your stories when you grab your data!

Connect & Support:

The Unstoppable Hub: Linktree

Watch on YouTube

Follow Matt on Instagram

Visit Our Gym: Juggernaut Fitness — Laconia, NH

Stop hiding your shoulder weakness behind a mini-squat. We break down why the strict press is the ultimate "truth teller" of upper body movements.

Join Matt and Anna Terry as they explore the technical cues, everyday benefits, and the mindset needed to build raw, functional overhead power.

If you want to build a body and a future that is truly unstoppable, hit the FOLLOW button and turn on notifications so you never miss a Tuesday session!

Inside the Episode:

0:00 Intro: Why it's the "Truth-Teller"

1:46 Real-life applications: From overhead bins to kayaking

3:37 Rooted Floor-to-Ceiling: The technical setup

5:05 "All the Chins": Pushing past the least sexy movement

6:25 Benefits for longevity and aesthetic "shoulder looks"

8:27 The #1 Mistake: Avoiding the "Banana Back"

10:21 Core-to-Extremity: Why tension equals strength

11:54 The Unstoppable Challenge: 5 Perfect Reps

Why the Strict Press Matters

We dive deep into why this foundational CrossFit movement is about more than just bodybuilding. Whether you are putting away Christmas decorations, lifting a suitcase into an overhead bin, or aiming for long-term rotator cuff health, the strict press is your blueprint for independent living at 80 and beyond.

Learn Matt’s signature "Listen to the Gains" cue and Anna’s "Screwing in the lightbulb" foot tension technique to ensure your next overhead session is efficient, safe, and powerful.

Connect with Unstoppable by Design:

• Join the Community: https://linktr.ee/juggernautmatt

• Follow Matt on Instagram: @juggernautmatt

Is your health portfolio in the red? 📉

Join Matthew and Anna Terry as they discuss the "Unstoppable" approach to investing. Most people focus on their 401 (k) while letting their physical health deteriorate. Today, we’re changing that.

Key Takeaways:

• The Capital of Time: Why training 3 hours a week is a non-negotiable investment.

• The "1% Worse" Trap: How convenience culture is draining your health equity.

• Muscle Bank: The importance of strength as you age to maintain independence.

Challenge of the Week: Choose one 1% habit to change this week, plan your "workout dates" in advance and stick to them!

Connect with Matthew: https://www.instagram.com/juggernautmatt

Is your brain trying to quit before your body does?

In this episode of Unstoppable by Design, Matt and Anna Terry dive into the "invisible weight" of negative self-talk. Whether you’re mid-workout at the gym or tackling a difficult project at work, the way you talk to yourself determines your output.

We break down the Catch, Check, Change framework. A simple, actionable tool to help you recognize the inner critic, audit the facts, and reframe your instructions to keep moving forward.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The physiology of "I Can't" (and how cortisol affects your performance).

• Why your brain is hardwired to look for the negative (The RAS).

• The "Third-Person" trick to distance yourself from pain.

• Why "I'm Learning" is more powerful than "I Can't."

Watch the full video version of this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xDS7jPt1hRI

Connect with Us:

• Join Juggernaut Fitness
• Follow Matt on Instagram
• Subscribe to YouTube

EP33 Notes & Timestamps:0:00 – Intro3:00 – Step 1: CATCH4:30 – Step 2: CHECK8:15 – Step 3: CHANGE11:15 – The Science of the RAS14:15 – The Third-Person Hack18:15 – The Unstoppable Challenge

Resources:

• The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday

• Chasing Excellence by Ben Bergeron

Until then, be well. Be Unstoppable.

The fear of being a ‘new guy’ keeps most people from trying something new...

In this episode of Unstoppable by Design, Matt Terry dives into the psychological hurdle of starting something new. Whether you’re pivoting careers, launching a business, or stepping into a new gym for the first time, the "white belt" mentality can be daunting.

But here’s the truth: You never start from zero. Matt breaks down how to leverage your "Portable Skills". The discipline, grit, and systems you’ve earned in previous chapters, and apply them to your next big move. Drawing on his own journey of balancing gym ownership with a new venture in real estate, Matt shares a 1% framework for winning the hour in front of you.

Stop waiting for the "perfect time" to start. You already have the tools; you just need to walk into the new room.

Connect with Matt:

• Instagram: @juggernautmatt

• Visit us at Juggernaut Fitness

Send us a question here!

In this special episode of Unstoppable By Design, host Matt Terry discusses the upcoming 2026 expansion of the Unstoppable mission, extending from fitness coaching into the real estate market. Matt shares his strategic approach to both realms, emphasizing the importance of intentionality and precision. He explains that whether it's shaving seconds off workout times or navigating property investments, the core skills of strategy and guidance remain consistent. Starting in March, Matt will embark on an educational journey in real estate, aiming to help his community build long-term wealth while continuing to focus on their physical wellness. This episode underscores the new dual focus on building both bodies and futures, highlighting the synergy between fitness and foundational investments.

00:00 Introduction to Unstoppable By Design
00:31 The 2026 Expansion Plan
00:48 The Strategist's Approach
02:02 Real Estate as Long-Term Training
02:40 Bringing Coaching to Real Estate
03:07 Community and Real Estate Challenges
03:46 The Importance of Strategy in Real Estate
04:36 Conclusion

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

Interested in joining Juggernaut Fitness, either remotely or in person? Check out our website here.

Send us a question here!

In this episode of Unstoppable By Design, host Matt Terry dives into two fundamental movements: the pushup and the air squat. Despite their simplicity, performing these exercises with perfect form is often challenging. Matt identifies common mistakes, such as the 'chicken wing' in push-ups and the loss of the 'tripod foot' in squats, and offers practical fixes to boost strength and stability immediately. He encourages listeners to practice 10 perfect reps of each movement to solidify these techniques during their workouts.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

Interested in joining Juggernaut Fitness, either remotely or in person? Check out our website here.

Send us a question here!

In this episode of Unstoppable by Design, Matt Terry and Anna discuss the importance of training frequency and how to plan workouts effectively. They explore the benefits of training two days a week, particularly for beginners, and the potential for progress by increasing to three or more days a week. They also talk about the body's adaptation process, the importance of setting realistic goals, and techniques for balancing busy schedules with workout routines. Emphasizing the importance of personalizing one's fitness plan, they offer insights into gradual increases in training volume and the benefits of maintaining a structured, intentional approach to fitness.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

Interested in joining Juggernaut Fitness, either remotely or in person? Check out our website here.

Send us a question here!

In this episode of Unstoppable By Design, host Matt Terry discusses the importance of mental resilience in achieving fitness goals. He explains how staying present and making good choices under fatigue leads to better pacing and consistent training. Matt introduces the 'Next Rep Protocol,' a four-step method to build mental resilience during workouts. The protocol involves recognizing the urge to stop, taking two slow breaths, committing to one more quality rep or 10 steady seconds, and then reassessing. This method teaches the brain to see discomfort as a signal rather than a stop sign, ultimately boosting confidence and effectiveness in training. Listeners are encouraged to practice this protocol in two workouts over the next week to improve their mental toughness.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

Interested in joining Juggernaut Fitness, either remotely or in person? Check out our website here.

Send us a question here!

Building Daily Routines: Two Simple Anchors for Consistency

In this episode of 'Unstoppable By Design,' Matt Terry introduces two small, yet effective daily routines – or 'anchors' – that can vastly improve consistency and set the foundation for better habits, both in and out of the gym. The morning anchor helps to wake up the body and set a calm pace for the day, while the evening anchor prepares for the next day, reducing friction and the number of decisions to be made. These practical and simple activities require minimal time and can easily be integrated into daily life.

00:00 Introduction to Unstoppable By Design
00:24 The Power of Daily Routines
01:06 Morning Anchor Routine
02:57 Evening Anchor Routine
04:47 Common Fixes for Routine Challenges
05:55 The Unstoppable Challenge
06:10 Conclusion and Next Steps

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook!

Interested in joining Juggernaut Fitness, either remotely or in person? Check out our website here.