I'm glad you asked.

In a nutshell, I'm just a regular guy and Working Class Fitness is just what my banner says - "Strength and Conditioning Tips, Advice, and Products for the 'Regular Guy.'"

"I'm a regular guy."

Sure am. What do I mean by "regular guy?" I mean that you and I are a lot alike. I work for a living. I've had 40 hour/week jobs, worked rotating shifts, and even went to Iraq twice (13 mos. in Basrah - '05-'06, and 10 mos in Diwaniyah - '07-'08) supporting the troops. I've gone to school at night. I've got a daughter (age 8) and two step-sons (ages 13 and 15). I've got three dogs, a mortgage on the house, and a car payment to make. I watch American football. I've just started to watch hockey. I'm keenly interested in boxing and mixed martial arts. I like to eat pizza and have a beer on Friday evenings to "kick back" and ring in the weekend.

I don't have the good looks of a movie star, and am not lucky enough to have the superb physical genetics of many top level or professional atheletes. In other words, I can't eat what I want and not get fat. Because I'm busy at work and at home, I don't have two hours per day to train. I wasn't born bench pressing 350 pounds. I get tired when I run. I don't naturally have a physique of a Steve Reeves, Lou Ferrigno, Franco Columbu, Frank Zane, Dorian Yates, Arnold Schwarzenegger, or anybody else. I don't have a gym nearby to workout at (at least, not one that is very convenient). I also don't have the money nor space to equip my home with a barrage of exercises machines, benches, and "what-not."

But I still want to be in good shape. I still want to be strong. I still want to minimize bodyfat.

Does all this sound familiar? It should - it probably describes you - just like it does me. So what's the difference between us?

I've busted my hump the past 16+ years training. I lifted weights, I've done bodyweight calisthenics, I've ran miles on end, I've sprinted, I've played sports, I've used supplements...you name it, I've probably done it - twice or maybe even three times.

The result of all my training and experimentation is simple - I know what works.

Strength training, conditioning, and fitness can be pretty overwhelming when you consider everything that's out there. And of course, every time you turn around, not only is there somebody new coming along with the next "God's gift to fitness," but also claiming that only what they are pushing "works" and everything else is inferior. Then, in an effort to figure out who is telling the truth and who isn't, you turn to actual research and scientific studies, only to find that half of them say one thing, and the other half say something else (depending on who funded that particular study).

That's where I come in. I've done everything you've seen, probably wondered what you wondered, and found out the truth for myself - by sweating it out. Through years of experience, I can tell you what
works, what doesn't, and most importantly - what is realistic for the "regular guy."

I've seen some pretty damn good training routines out there. Of course, unless you're a professional athelete that doesn nothing but train and recover all day, it won't do BEANS for you, but IT WORKS,
right? Yeah, sure it does.

Listen folks, I'm here to save you time. I've put in all the trial and error so you don't have to. Let me tell you what works and what doesn't. Let me save you that 16+ years I spent doing all the work.

Now let me tell you this - it won't be easy. But, then again, nothing worth having ever is. It will take hard work, motivation, and dedication. There are no free rides here, so don't expect one from me.
I won't give you some gizmo or gadget, and tell you that you can not work hard and attain results - because that would be a load of crap. What I will give you is solid training advice, tips, and products that will lead you on your way to the best shape and condition of your life.

While it won't be easy, know that I ask NOTHING of you that I don't ask of myself. I ask you to work hard, because I work hard. I ask for your dedication, because I am dedicated. I ask you not to half-ass your
training, because I sure as hell don't half-ass mine. It may seem harsh, but combine your hard work, dedication, and motivation with my guidance, and soon you'll be transforming your body, turning it into a lean, strong, muscular machine and making the best physical progress you've ever made.

"But why should I listen to you?"

Hey, good question. So far, I think my track record speaks for itself - go check out my Testimonials page to see what others think about my work and the kinds of results they've had. After you do that, head on over to my Articles page so you can get a sense of my writing style. I think you'll soon see, I'm a "regular guy" writing for "regular people."

As far as accomplishments go, I think I fare pretty well. I'm no Olympic athlete, but I'm stronger and in better shape than many (if not most) of my peers. I can put 100 lbs. overhead with one hand. I can do
25+ Chins. I can do 130+ Push-Ups without stopping. In shape, I am only about 7%-8% bodyfat. I can run a mile in just under seven minutes. I can do 50 Jumping Squats (knees pulled to between stomach and nipples) in under a minute. I even have enough arm size to stretch the ole' T-shirt out a little. And what's more, I don't spend two hours a day training (not even close!).

"What's up with the 'Road Sign' logo?"

Ha - you like that, huh? What does it mean? Well, that's pretty simple.

As I've alluded to so far, this page is dedicated to help you - all the "regular guys and gals" (i.e. - the "Working Class") achieve all your strength, conditioning, and fitness goals. Road signs can often be
associated with work - hard work - whether it's traffic, contruction, or whatever. So, that's why this site can be symbolized by a road sign - a working symbol for the "Working Class."

Remember - you're not alone. I'm right here all along the way. Are you ready? Good - I know I am.

Train Hard, Rest Hard, Play Hard-
Matt "Wiggy" Wiggins