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Whether you're just starting out, getting back into training, or you've been lifting for years, 5x5 Strength is about helping you get stronger, whatever your age.

7 ways to get stronger

Seven simple ideas you can put into practice straight away.

For more than 40 years, strength training has been a big part of my life. I've learned a lot along the way, and I'd like to share some of it with you.

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Strength has been a big part of my life.

Hi, I'm Chris Duthie.

For more than 40 years, I've been training, competing, learning and adapting.

I've competed internationally, won championships, been injured, rebuilt, adapted and kept finding a way forward.

Along the way, I've learned a lot about what works, and what doesn't, when it comes to getting stronger and staying strong.

5x5 Strength is simply me sharing what I've learned with people who want to get stronger.

A young Chris Duthie in competition, bar racked on his shoulders mid clean and jerk.
Competition A lifelong passion.
Chris Duthie today, stepping up to a loaded bar on a competition platform.
Strength today Still doing the work.
Cover of Personal Talk with Chris Duthie, Issue 01, October 2026.

Personal Talk

A personal newsletter from Chris about strength, health, longevity and life.

  1. Over a Coffee

    Chris's thoughts, observations and opinions from life.

  2. The Strength Fix

    One practical idea you can use.

  3. Your Story

    Real people, their experiences and their journeys.

  4. The Good Stuff

    Books, recipes, podcasts and things worth sharing.

  5. My 168

    How Chris is using his 168 hours each week.

  6. Behind the Scenes

    The real story of building 5x5 Strength.

  7. Her Strength

    A regular space for the women in our community.

  8. The final word

    A question, a challenge, or something to make you smile.

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