The Gym Isn’t the Goal, Living Is (Why I Train Outside)

We don’t train just to get better at the gym. We train to get better at life — to move better, feel stronger, and be more capable out in the real world.

If the gym is your only option, that’s fine. It’s better than nothing. But for many people, it’s not the most efficient — or fulfilling — way to train.

Between commuting, waiting for equipment, and spending even more time indoors, you could be using that same energy to train outside — in the environment you’re actually trying to thrive in.

A kettlebell, a heavy club, and some open space are all you really need. These tools are portable, powerful, and can challenge your strength, mobility, and endurance just as well as any barbell.

The wild doesn’t care how much you bench.
It cares if you can climb, carry, twist, balance, and move under pressure.

Training outdoors connects you to the world you're training for. It’s not about chasing a physique in the mirror. It’s about building a body that can do more — and live more.

See how Mark trains outside in today’s video. Then take your next workout beyond the walls.