PARADOXES
the Power of paradoxes
Paradox Strength is a concept that embodies the dynamic balance between opposing forces within us. It’s the acceptance that we are both strong and fragile, capable yet vulnerable. We carry the power to endure, to rise after every fall, to stand tall against adversity—yet, we also carry the tenderness of human fragility, the moments when we feel broken, unsure, or worn thin. This strength is not about denying our weaknesses or pretending they don't exist, but rather about embracing both sides, the totality of our nature.
Mirriam Webster Definition of a Paradox: "a statement that is seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense and yet is perhaps true"
This concept invites us to understand that our human experience is a dance between these forces—each one contributing to the other. We are forged in the fire of life’s trials, yet we are shaped in our gentleness, our self-compassion, and our capacity to show up for others. In the end, Paradox Strength is not about choosing between toughness or tenderness—it’s about living fully in both, knowing that they are two sides of the same coin.
OUR FAVORITE PARADOXES
Here’s a paradox— exercise science isn’t overly complicated— but it’s more nuanced than your favorite instagram fitness influencer would have you believe.
-
Doing too much “exercise”— and ignoring opportunities for recovery (i.e. sleep & protein intake)
-
“... providing a sufficiently intense stimulus is 50 percent of the adaptation equation, with sufficient recovery time being the other 50 percent” - Dr. Doug McGuff
-
-
Doing it too often— Not allowing for complete recovery time before the next strength session.
-
Not pushing themselves hard enough— Most folks don’t train “hard enough” on their own, nor do they have access to the tools to train hard enough, safely.
More exercise does not lead to better results.
The belief that more is better comes from a misunderstanding of what exercise truly is and what it can actually achieve.
The body “improves” in response to exercise because exercise is a form of stress—a significant strain on the body. The adaptations that occur are the body's way of protecting itself against future exposure to that same stress. Rather than trying to figure out how much exercise your body can handle, we aim to find the minimum volume and frequency needed to trigger improvement.
Results are NOT proportional to the time invested in a training session.
Results are directly proportional to the INTENSITY of the work!
“When the intensity of an exercise is increased, the amount of exercise must be reduced. When you train harder, you must train less.” -Arthur Jones
EXPERIENCE IT FOR
YOURSELF.
01 To get started…Book an intro call.
02 Complete your free workout.
03 Set goals.
04 Get stronger.
1:1 High-Intensity Strength Training
-
We offer one-to-one strength training sessions out of our private studio in midtown in Bend. Training sessions are only 30 minutes, once or twice per week. All clients have a weekly standing appointment with the option to cancel or reschedule with a minimum of 24 hours notice.
-
We offer two training packages:
-
4-session pack is $220 and expires 50 days from purchase date.
-
8-session pack is $420 and expires 90 days from purchase date
IS THIS FOR YOU?
Someone who wants to be in the best (over-all) shape which I reasonably can, in order to be productive, useful to others and to myself. Our business is for busy people who value their time but also their body. They feel they don’t have enough time. We’re for people who live full lives and know its important to care for their bodies in a safe and effective way. They value their time. Paradox of value.
Energy return on investment - high. (The clients have this sense.)
“In many ways, your time spent doing your HIT workouts will be like making a sound financial investment – in this case though you will need to invest some of your finite time and energy into your workout to provide the stimulus for the muscular return you will get. A return that will be compounding in your physiologic bank account after every workout you perform… every week, month and year that passes. This investment relates to both your long-term wellness and health resilience as well as to your muscular strength, size and physical appearance.” (Koliou, 2018.)
Our services are for individuals who want to be their strongest self in order to be productive, helpful to others, and take care of themselves. We cater to busy individuals who value both their time and their health; we are for people who live full lives and don’t want to spend any extra time ding fitness things if they don't have to. Our clients understand that the investment of time, though brief, yields benefits.
GET STARTED
Getting strong doesn’t have to become an obsession or a hobby. It doesn’t have to take up all your time. There is another way - our training is for the people who value their time and aren’t afraid to work hard.
By appointment only. When you train with us, your 30 minutes are your 30 minutes and we want to make sure we give you your full time.
