Welcome back to Toby On Fitness Tech! In this video, I finally answer a question I’ve been getting since my extreme six‑month transformation: “What training split do you use?” Instead of a simple “push–pull–legs” or “bro split” answer, I walk through why the real answer is: it depends on your goals, your recovery, and your schedule today.I break down the exact Arnold Blueprint–style push–pull–legs program I used on Tonal in 2023 to go from morbidly obese to fit under a massive calorie deficit, including how I modified it into blocks to make it work on a smart cable machine. Then I contrast that with the full‑body (minus legs) Speediance programs I built afterward, how I structure warm‑up sets vs. hard sets, and why I stopped trying to lift every single day.You’ll also hear how a daily “lunar challenge” forced me into a classic bro split, what actually grew best on that approach (hello, arms day), and how jiu-jitsu, running, and injury history shape my current split and priorities. The goal of this video is to help you pick the split that you’ll actually stick to—whether that’s PPL, full body, or a body-part split—so you can build muscle safely and sustainably with the time and tools you have.If you’re into smart home gyms like Speediance or Tonal, cross‑training with jiu‑jitsu, or just trying to figure out the best way to structure your week without burning out, this one’s for you. Like, comment with your current split, and subscribe for more deep dives into training, tech, and real‑world physique buildingTraining Splits & Philosophy[00:04] Intro: Answering the "What training split do you do?" question.[01:02] Transformation Context: Training used to lose weight vs. training used today.[01:54] The Arnold Blueprint: Using PPL (Push/Pull/Legs) on Tonal for initial physique building.[05:24] Workout Structure: Explaining the 6, 12, 15, and 25 rep sets.[06:57] Machine Efficiency: Adapting exercises based on attachment height (L0-L3 vs. L6-L9).[09:57] Transition to Full Body: Moving to a "full body minus legs" variant for maintenance.[15:39] The Bro Split: Switching to targeted muscle days for the Speediance Lunar Challenge.[17:15] Final Verdict on Splits: Choose based on your current lifestyle and goals.Safety & Cross-Training[18:25] Free Weights vs. Digital Weight: Safety concerns and the "two spotters" argument.[21:25] Training to Failure: Why machines are safer for solo trainers.[23:50] Managing Primary Objectives: Balancing lifting with running and Jiu-Jitsu.[25:41] Tracking Strain: How different activities (like Jiu-Jitsu) impact recovery and "Body Battery."Fitness Tech & Wearables[27:53] Garmin vs. Whoop: Comparing trackers and why the Whoop is preferred for combat sports.[29:10] The Whoop 5 & Sensors: Thoughts on the new generation and subscription costs.[31:50] Whoop Strength Trainer: Criticisms of the "walled garden" approach and manual entry.[34:13] Garmin Daily Suggested Runs: Issues with max heart rate settings and cross-training data.[39:40] Value of Cardio: Why cardio is important beyond just "calorie burning."[01:00:44] Choosing a Device: Why the 265S was chosen for its lightness and sleep tracking.Personal Updates & Future Content[50:00] Weight Progress: Preparing for a race while maintaining a higher body weight (225 lbs).[52:55] Speediance Updates: Teasing a future video on the V3 software changes.

This video breaks down how Speediance calculates one‑rep max (1RM) and PRs, why the “Customize” section caps manual entries at 220 lb, and how to legitimately reach 260 lb in programmed lifts like deadlifts using dynamic modes instead of free lift. It also walks through real on‑screen examples where a heavy deadlift session updates 1RM from the 200s up into the high 300s after 260 lb sets, proving the machine isn’t limited the way a frustrated buyer claimed. What you’ll learn • How Speediance’s Gain Muscle, Stamina, and Strength modes use your 1RM and PR history to set working weights and warm‑ups. • Why typing over 220 lb in the Customize field gets auto‑capped, and how to bypass that by letting the dynamic modes handle heavy sets. • The difference between workout‑level stats and lift‑level stats, and where to actually find your true 1RM, max weight, and volume history in the app/device. • Why extra reps with “Unlimited Sets” turned on usually do not create new PRs unless you also increase weight, and how that shapes safer, slower progression. • How Speediance currently handles progression (or doesn’t) between workouts, and why manual overload is often required on the latest software. Who this is for • New Speediance or 2S owners confused by the 220 lb cap and worried their machine can’t hit full stack in real workouts. • Tonal and smart‑gym converts who want to understand how Speediance’s 1RM and PR logic differs from strength scores and aggressive auto‑progression. • Home lifters who care about tracking, progressive overload, and using dynamic modes (especially eccentric) to get more out of every rep. Call to actionIf you’re running a Speediance and want smarter progress, not random numbers, watch this breakdown, dial in your 1RM correctly, and start using dynamic modes the way they were designed. Hit like, subscribe to Toby on Fitness Tech, and drop any Speediance or Tonal questions you want covered in future deep dives.

Today we’re diving into the ongoing debate about Mike Israetel’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt. As a brown belt myself with firsthand competition experience and having seen Israetel live a event back when he was a brown belt, this controversy is close to home. I share my thoughts on the critiques circulating online—including breakdowns by experienced jiu-jitsu practitioners—and offer some perspective on what these criticisms actually mean.I discuss common misunderstandings about belt levels, recount experiences from my own coaching and competition days, and give insights into how competitive skill, athleticism, and belt promotion really work in jiu-jitsu. You’ll hear honest opinions about critiques from public figures like Greg Doucette and Ariel Helwani, and why not every video clip tells the whole story about someone’s true grappling ability.Whether you train, coach, or just follow the sport, tune in for a nuanced take on internet criticism, competition realities, and why context matters when evaluating someone’s jiu-jitsu credentials.Like, comment, and subscribe to join the conversation!