9 Days Into a Smarter Training Plan (Less Volume, Better Recovery, Leaner Body)

9 Days Into a Smarter Training Plan

I’ve always trained hard — heavy and high volume. But my current goal is simple:
lose body fat while keeping (and ideally gaining) muscle.
So I tightened up my plan and tracked what happened.

9 days consistent
20 min cardio each workout day
15 sets max (not counting abs/calves)

200 lb → 196 lb

Body weight change in 9 days (down 4 lb).

Progress

Recovery: noticeably better

Less beat up, better energy, more consistent workouts.

Big Win

What I Actually Did

  • Split: Chest/Shoulders/Triceps → Back/Biceps → Legs
  • Abs between sets on 3–4 of these days
  • Calves between sets on some days
  • Cardio: 20 minutes after each workout day

What I Changed (The Key Part)

  • I used to do 25+ sets a day and stay heavy.
  • Now I’m keeping it to 15 sets max most days (often less).
  • Abs and calves don’t count toward that set cap for me.
The difference? I can still train hard, but I’m not training reckless.
Recovery is finally matching effort.

Rest Day (Yes, I Took One)

My first and only rest day so far was on Day 5. I did nothing that day — no cardio, no “active recovery.”
Just rest. And it helped.


What I’m Trying to Prove (To Myself)

A lot of people think you have to destroy yourself daily to get results.
I’m testing the opposite: do enough to grow, recover, and come back stronger
while leaning out at the same time.

What’s Next

  • Keep the same split and volume cap
  • Track weight, recovery, and strength week-to-week
  • Watch the mirror (that’s the truth test)

If you’re serious about training and you’re not 22 anymore, this is the kind of approach that keeps progress moving without burning you out.
I’ll post another update after more days are logged.

Planetary Polarity Attunement

By Curtis Matthews

This planetary polarity attunement is inspired by a visualization exercise described in the Emerald Tablets of Thoth the Atlantean, a metaphysical text that explores human consciousness and planetary energy.

The intention of this practice is to align more consciously with the Earth’s energy field, tuning the body and mind to its natural rhythm. Some people report a sense of grounding, calm, and inner balance from doing it regularly. I treat it as a spiritual practice and a way of reconnecting with the planet beneath my feet.

Steps to Practice Planetary Polarity Attunement

1. Find your orientation

Use a compass (the one on your phone is fine) to locate the exact north–south direction. Lie flat on your back with your body aligned north–south and your head pointing toward the south.

2. Relax and connect

Allow your body to relax completely. Let your breathing settle into a natural rhythm.

Imagine yourself sinking into oneness with the surface beneath you. Let that feeling extend deeper and deeper, until you sense yourself as part of the Earth itself—supported, held, and connected.

3. Visualize the planet

Now picture the Earth as a vast sphere floating in space, slowly spinning on its axis.

See your body resting on the surface as the planet turns, and feel yourself gently rotating with it. There’s no strain or effort—just an easy awareness that you and the Earth are moving together.

4. Energize the lower body (head to the south)

With your head still pointing south and your feet pointing north, bring your attention to the lower part of your body.

Imagine the lower half of your body energizing like the magnetized end of a compass needle pointing north. Feel the energy building from your feet up through your legs, hips, and into your lower torso.

Focus on your lower chakras—root, sacral, solar plexus, and heart—allowing them to awaken, strengthen, and balance. Stay in this position for about five minutes, or longer if it feels comfortable.

5. Reverse your position (head to the north)

After about five minutes, slowly roll to your side and turn your body so that your head now faces north and your feet face south.

Once you’re settled, bring your awareness to the upper half of your body—from the heart up through the throat, third eye, and crown.

Visualize this upper region energizing, clearing, and aligning, as if your awareness is now the magnetized end of the compass pointing north. Remain here for another five minutes, or longer if that feels right.

6. Integrate and close

When you feel complete, roll gently onto your side and sit up slowly. Take a few breaths with your feet planted on the ground.

Notice any changes in your body—maybe more calm, more grounded, or more “plugged in” to the Earth beneath you. There’s no right or wrong; the practice is simply an invitation to deepen your connection with the planet and your own energy field.

Over time, returning to this attunement can support a steadier inner balance and a stronger sense of being in sync with the world around you.

Note: This is a personal spiritual exercise inspired by esoteric texts, not a medical treatment. Always listen to your body, move within your limits, and consult a medical professional for any health concerns.

Why I’m Rebuilding My Personal Site (2025)

I’m rebuilding CurtisMatthews.com in 2025 to make everything easier to find and follow. This will be my home base, and I’ll point you to deeper guides on my other sites when you want details.

  • Clean categories & tags: think “labeled folders.” Every post gets the right label so it’s easy to find later.
  • Topic hubs: I’ll make a main page for each topic (the “hub”) and add shorter posts that link back and forth with it.
  • Next-step links: every post should give you something to do next—read a guide, see a checklist, or contact me.
  • Speed first: simple pages, compressed images (under 200–300 KB), and fewer plugins so the site loads fast.
  • Real results: quick updates on what helped rankings or engagement—and what didn’t.

Want the deeper “how I did it” write-ups? I’ll publish those on my SEO site SEOlutions.com. If you’re here for business wireless help, go to WirelessConsultant.net. For consumer tips and deals, visit MobileWiseGuy.com. For no-fluff industry stories, check out GangsterMobile.com.

Next steps

What I did today: Published this post, set the category/tag, and linked out to my other sites.
Up next: Create the first topic hub for “SEO Learning Journey” and link new posts back to it.

October 2025 — AT&T Business Insights and Updates

Over the past month I published several new posts on WirelessConsultant.net to help AT&T business customers navigate promotions, billing credits, warranty steps, and account changes. Here’s a quick digest of what’s new.

AT&T Business Installment Agreement — Real Email Example

See how real installment confirmations look—and what they don’t include about promotions or plan tiers.


AT&T Warranty Device Exchange for Business Customers — 2025 Update

How warranty claims now route through Asurion, what to expect during verification, and a quick prep checklist.


What Is an AT&T LOA (CPNI Consent)? Quick Guide for Business Accounts

Why I need a simple “Yes / I agree” before reviewing your account for promo eligibility and savings.


The Truth About Free Phone Promotions

A plain-English look at how “free” device deals really work for business accounts (trade-ins, bill credits, terms).


Transfer of Billing Responsibility — AT&T Business Wireless

Step-by-step guidance for moving numbers between businesses or departments without service disruption.


AT&T FleetComplete Rebrands to PowerFleet — Business Promotions

Same hardware and portal—new global name under PowerFleet (effective October 1, 2025).


AT&T Internet Air for Business (AIA-B) Premium & Standard Promo

Save up to $35/mo for 36 months when you pair AIA-B with eligible business wireless plans.

Need help verifying promos or upgrade credits before you order?
Contact me at CurtisM.com or visit WirelessConsultant.net.

Curtis Matthews
AT&T Solution Provider • Wireless Consultant (Nationwide)