How to gradually increase training load without causing tendon strain.

Ego lifts wreck tendons fast
progress slow, stay lifting long.

Muscles adapt quicker than tendons patience saves joints.

Add reps before adding plates cleaner progression, less stress.

Pain isn’t a badge of honor
tendon pain means you pushed too hard.

Consistency beats sudden jumps small increases stack up.

Warm-ups aren’t optional anymore older joints demand respect.

Tempo control protects tendons sloppy reps invite issues.

Deloads keep you in the game skipping them costs time later.