About Me

I'm John Wild, the creator of WILD.LIFTS and The Strong 5.

My fitness journey has always been about more than simply looking stronger. Through years of training and competing in organized sports, I've developed a deep appreciation for strength, movement, discipline, and what the body is capable of when you take care of it.

I'm currently pursuing a B.S. in Kinesiology at Michigan State University, where I'm continuing to build my knowledge of exercise, human movement, health, and fitness. What I learn through my education, combined with my own training experience, continues to shape the way I approach fitness and the information I share.

I created WILD.LIFTS to document that journey and share practical, strength-focused content without making fitness unnecessarily complicated. Over time, that idea grew into

The Strong 5 — a structured approach designed to help people train consistently, eat better, recover properly, and develop the discipline to build a healthier lifestyle.

I don't believe you need to be perfect to make progress. You need a plan, consistency, and the willingness to keep showing up.

That's what I want The Strong 5 to provide: a foundation you can build on, knowledge you can continue to develop, and habits that extend far beyond the gym.

Train Hard. Eat Real. Stay Strong.

Strong Body. Strong Mind. Strong Life.