Kenny Stanford, West Columbia, TX (2026)

05/30/2025

No risk, no story.

That comfort zone you keep clinging to?
It won’t write your legacy.
It won’t build your body.
It won’t lead your family.
And it sure won’t make you a warrior.

Every great story starts with a step into the unknown.
A leap when the landing isn’t guaranteed.
A moment when fear shows up… and you show up bigger.

At Grit, we don’t train for safety.
We train for strength.
For the moment the risk finds you—and you’re ready.

The obstacle? That’s the plot twist.
The pain? That’s the tension.
The risk? That’s the part where you become the main character.

🧨 Take the risk.
💥 Write the story.
🔥 We’ll train you for the battle.

📍 Grit Fitness | West Columbia, TX
💪 Try a week free: https://form.jotform.com/232914876259166

07/16/2024

A few of my favorites from a wedding I shot this past weekend. Video coming soon.

I messaged the bride a couple of days before the wedding date, which was just a couple of days after a cat 1 hurricane had hit.

I asked, “are we still on for this Friday?”

Her immediately reply was, “Yes!!! It’s going to be interesting but I’m getting married no matter what!”

It made me think about how our lives don’t have to just be the story of what happens to us. It can also be the story of what we were willing to do about it.

So… with the power still not restored to the property, in a flooded lawn, covered in fallen trees and limbs, they were joined in holy matrimony… and it was beautiful! 🥹

Andres & Ashby, thank you for trusting me to capture, through photo and video, such a sacred and significant day for you.
It was an honor!

11/30/2023

Grief is the price we pay for love, and worth it, a million times over.

10/31/2023

⏰ LAST CHANCE ⏰

In just 3 hours, registration for the 90 day “Burn The Ships” Challenge will be CLOSED.

And your chance to join disappears.

Here’s a final reminder of everything you’re going to get:

The 90-Day Turnaround: This is about more than just working out. This is about owning every aspect of your life—from your finances to your relationships.

Our Blueprint: Using the 'Burn The Ships' Method, we'll go step-by-step to make success inevitable. This is a proven strategy that's going to change your life. You'll develop incredible discipline, and you'll know how to use it.

Weekly Power Sessions: One-on-one coaching to hold you accountable, and to make sure you're leveraging your full potential in every area of life.

Your Roadmap: Weekly tasks designed to crystalize your goals and keep you on a path to success.

Mind & Body Guide: A nutrition plan that aligns your physical health with your mental ambition.

But wait, there's more!:

1️⃣ A 90-day workout regimen tailored to make you physically unstoppable.
2️⃣ A 90-day meal plan plus shopping list. No fuss, just results.
3️⃣ A library of 5 life-altering books PLUS first dibs on my unreleased book.
4️⃣ Exclusive 'Burn The Ships' swag—hat, hoodie, notebook, the works.
5️⃣ Daily check-ins because accountability isn’t a ‘nice-to-have,’ it's a requirement.

Time is running out to grab your spot!

You have just 3 hours to take action & grab this opportunity. ⏰

That is only if the remaining 2 spots aren’t claimed before the time’s up!

📌 How do I claim one of the final remaining spots?

👇 Comment below with “Burn The Ships”.

Then hold tight for me to send you the sign up details to your messenger inbox.

The time is NOW for you to make a change.

👇 Comment “Burn The Ships” below to reserve your space. 👇

10/31/2023

🤯 24 hours till registration officially closes!

Spaces in the 90 Day “Burn The Ships” Challenge program are rapidly being snapped up, and registration closes in just 24 hours! ⏰

If you’re a “stressed out, “to busy to function” mess struggling with cutting through the information overload to know what steps to take to gain clarity about the real purpose of your life, this is your opportunity to realize and reach your full potential with total confidence about it all. Don’t miss out!

I shared this system with Alex and the results they achieved shocked me.

⭐“This program has not only allowed me to benefit physically but also emotionally and mentally. I’ve learned how to balance my life and stress as I have a very taxing and high stress job. I’ve allowed myself to create goals that I once thought would never be achievable but are now within sight. This program makes you excited for the future and what it can hold for you.

Kenny has taken a significant amount of time getting to know myself. He not only has focused on learning about my athletic goals but also takes the time to check on my life as a whole. He offers advice and also has me acknowledge the great things I do in my life. He has helped me gain my confidence back which has truly changed my life.” ⭐

If you want to achieve these sorts of results in the next 90 days and beyond, comment below with:

“Burn The Ships”. 👇

Then, hold tight for me to send you the sign up details straight into your messenger inbox.

But act fast…

⏰ There are ONLY a few spaces left! ⏰

Comment below NOW to reserve your space. 👇

10/30/2023

📣 Final Countdown Alert!

Yep… ⏰ 48 HOURS LEFT ⏰

Time is running out to grab your spot on the 90-day “Burn The Ships” Challenge

And I’ve had a BUNCH of questions, so I wanna cover some important stuff real quick...

If you are still sitting on the fence, here is what you need to know...

👉 When does it start?
✅ On November 1st, 5 Founding Members of the 90-day “Burn The Ships” Challenge will kick off their journey working closely with me to start taking the right steps towards FINALLY realizing and living up to their full potential and their highest purpose in life withOUT being overwhelmed with information overload and hesitation about where to start.

👉 Who is it for?
✅ The program is specifically designed to put an end to fear of failure. It’s designed for people who’ve tried workout programs, time management systems, and crash diets and still haven’t been able to achieve amazing lasting results that launch you on a journey filled with clarity and excitement about the future.

👉 What’s included?
✅ You’ll get 90-day “Burn The Ships” Challenge, valued at $4,997.

👉 Can I really get total clarity and feel totally in control of my life in just 90 days?

✅ Yes! (you’ll actually begin feeling clarity and a sense of control in just 2 weeks)

👉 I’ve tried group challenges before but feel lost in the crowd. Will this be like that?

✅ Not at all. The Founders Circle is small (only 5 people). Everyone will be striving for the same milestone at the same time. Everyone will be on a first name basis. No one will get left behind and we won’t stop until you get results.

👉 Wait, this costs money? Why don’t I just do this on my own using the free content from Instagram, podcasts, YouTube, and self-help books?

✅ You've tried that already remember? - and you're still in the same spot (that’s probably why you’re still reading this post). This group is for people who are tired of spinning their wheels and are ready to get serious results so if that’s not you then please...do us both a favor and don’t apply.

To grab one of the remaining spaces comment below with…

“Burn The Ships”.

Then hold tight for me to send you the sign-up details straight into your messenger inbox.

But act fast… You’ve only got 48hrs before registration is closing!

👇 Comment below NOW to reserve your space. 👇

10/28/2023

Look, there was a time when I was struggling—out of shape, directionless, with a strained marriage. But now? I'm living in peak condition, deeply connected to my spouse, and every single day is fueled by purpose. You can pivot too—and in just 90 days.

🔥 NOW ENROLLING: 90-Day "Burn The Ships" Challenge 🔥

Your Opportunity for Real Change:

Yesterday, we pulled back the curtain on this life-altering challenge. The response? Phenomenal. Starting November 1st, I'm partnering with a select group of just five individuals who are sick of the status quo and are ready for meaningful transformation. That's where I come in. I'll be your guide, and I promise: Failure is not an option.

Here's What's Waiting for You:

✅ The 90-Day Turnaround: This is about more than just working out. This is about owning every aspect of your life—from your finances to your relationships.

👉 Our Blueprint: Using the 'Burn The Ships' Method, we'll go step-by-step to make success inevitable. This is a proven strategy that's going to change your life. You'll develop incredible discipline, and you'll know how to use it.

✅ Weekly Power Sessions: One-on-one coaching to hold you accountable, and to make sure you're leveraging your full potential in every area of life.

✅ Your Roadmap: Weekly tasks designed to crystalize your goals and keep you on a path to success.

✅ Mind & Body Guide: A nutrition plan that aligns your physical health with your mental ambition.

But wait, there's more!:

1. A 90-day workout regimen tailored to make you physically unstoppable.
2. A 90-day meal plan plus shopping list. No fuss, just results.
3. A library of 5 life-altering books PLUS first dibs on my unreleased book.
4. Exclusive 'Burn The Ships' swag—hat, hoodie, notebook, the works.
5. Daily check-ins because accountability isn’t a ‘nice-to-have,’ it's a requirement.

Hear from Challenge graduate, Alyssa G. on the impact it had on her life:

“Before I started Kenny’s program, I had a lot of good intentions for my life - but no clear path for how to move forward and trouble finding the courage to admit to myself what I truly wanted. Over the process of 12 weeks, I have developed a budget, schedule, goals, and mindset that are aligned to my core values and priorities. Kenny has helped me to find the strength to face tough truths and decisions head-on, open my mind to new ideas, and not put limits on what I set out to achieve. I'm now on a much clearer path to reach my goals, giving myself more grace, and enjoying the journey to get there.”

Ready for lasting change with a personal coach and proven system that won't let you fail?

Don't overanalyze. Type "Burn The Ships" and your spot is locked. Remember, only five slots. If this resonates, act.

🔥Burn The Ships,
Coach Kenny

10/27/2023

Do you feel like you’re NOT LIVING UP TO YOUR FULL POTENTIAL, physically, mentally, and… spiritually??

How are you supposed to realize your full potential if you're overwhelmed, lack direction, and feel stuck? 😱

Is it actually possible to get fit, improver your mindset, and take control of your life without failing again?! 🤯

I bet you’ve tried a fitness program or a mindfulness practice or daily devotional... And nothing has quite worked for you, right?

How do you find the ⏰ TIME ⏰ to workout an hour a day, work on personal development, and prioritize your relationships… if you're juggling family, career, hobbies, and crisis after crisis?

How do you justify spending money on a coach if you’re unsure if it will even work for you?

😨 Why's it so nerve-racking to ‘prioritize and work on myself’?

Is the constant battle to become the best version of myself in every area of life really worth it?

Can you really get consistent results without burnout and ultimately failure?

🤔 And when should you focus on your fitness? Your relationships? Your big dreams?

🤔 What about your diet and nutrition? There are so many options that seem right!

🤔 Is it really worth doing the work to improve your mindset? Why?

🤔 How do I know if what I’m doing will even work?

STOP. JUST STOP. 🤯

If any (or all) of the above questions run through your head… day after day… I might be able to help.

Hey, it's Coach Kenny here… 👋

And, while I don't claim to know it all, I HAVE helped dozens of men and women transform their body, their mindset, and yes, their life, by creating a sustainable step by step action plan.

And yet…

Not that long ago, I was in your shoes.

Those early days were rough.

I'd take a step forward only to take three more back. I was drowning in information overload, everyone has the answer and every answer seems to contradict the next one.

Anyways, if that's kinda how you feel right now...

Let me give you a road map, so that you stop hitting dead ends or getting lost on back roads, and instead take the fast lane to a healthy, balanced, inspiring life that you can be proud of.

Let me show you that your life can be better because you can be better 💪

👇 Here is what I’m proposing. 👇

I’ve had a TON of men and women who just feel STUCK reach out to me asking for my help.

So, last year, I had this crazy idea to build a step by step plan to guide you from feeling stuck and overwhelmed to confident and in control of every area of your life including your physical fitness, your relationships, and even your time management, in just 90 days.

No fluff. No messing around, just a simple plan to take you from out of shape, directionless, and stressed… to fit, happy, and excited about today and your future.

✅ If you are interested in claiming one of the very limited, 5 spots available, comment below with: BURN THE SHIPS!

👉 More details to follow tomorrow, on Facebook and Instagram at 8am.

🔥 Burn The Ships,
Coach Kenny

10/27/2023

🚨REAL TALK🚨

What's stopping you? Is it that you "can't" or is it your fear of failure? 🤔

Four years after opening Grit Fitness, I took the risk of expanding, opening two more locations. Did it work? No. I had to close them. I failed, but guess what? I'm still here, standing stronger and wiser. I didn't let the fear of failure deter me from taking action then, and it won't hold me back now.

Failure is an outcome, not an identity. Each setback I've faced, especially with the two locations, taught me invaluable lessons that sharpened my skills for the future. I've learned to mitigate risks and adapt—lessons that only action, not inaction, could have taught me.

So if you're on the fence about taking that first step, whether it's starting a fitness journey, investing in yourself, or pushing through barriers, remember this: The act of not taking action is a failure in itself.

Excuses confine you. Action defines you. At Grit Fitness, we don't just talk about potential; we unlock it. Are you ready to unlock yours?

🔥BURN THE SHIPS
Coach Kenny

10/26/2023

HARD TRUTHS SET US FREE

We’re all fighting the clock.

The older we get the less resources our bodies have to make changes and the harder we have to work to see results.

Does that mean you should stop trying if you’re not in you’re prime?

Absolutely not!

It means the sooner you start and the sooner you take ownership of your own health the better off you’ll be.

There won’t be a better time than now.

You won’t ever have more potential for change, growth, recovery, to get out of pain, etc, than you have TODAY.

When is the best time to plant a tree? 20 years ago. When is the second best time? Today!

Need help getting started? DM me "BURN THE SHIPS". I got you.

10/25/2023

FEEL THE FEAR. DO IT ANYWAYS.

Fear of embarrassment is like a weighted vest we wear without realizing it. I've heard it put like this, "The moment you shed the fear of embarrassment is the moment you experience true liberation." And it couldn't be more true.

You see, there was a time when the idea of even setting foot in a gym, let alone owning one, would have made me cringe. Not because I didn't want to be fit, but because I feared what people would think of me—a man who had never run a mile, never done a push-up, never tested his limits.

But the day I chose to step out of my comfort zone and into the unknown, I realized something: People aren't focused on your setbacks; they're inspired by your comebacks. Nobody will remember your hesitations or stumbles, but everyone will remember your triumphs. And even if they do remember the stumbles, they become tales of resilience, stories that make your journey all the more awe-inspiring.

So whether you're contemplating starting a fitness journey, enrolling in one of our programs at Grit Fitness, joining my 90 Day Burn The Ships Challenge, or simply making a change in your life, don't let the fear of embarrassment hold you back. Because the only thing worse than being embarrassed is regretting that you never took the leap to begin with.

🔥BURN THE SHIPS
Coach Kenny

04/25/2023

Every day, we blame circumstances and fate for where we are in life.

We often forget that our lives are a reflection of our choices, our passions, and our weaknesses.

"Everywhere man blames nature and fate yet his fate is mostly but the echo of his character and passion, his mistakes and his weaknesses." - Democritus

Someone will rise above their past and embrace their destiny.

Someone will face their fears and become an unstoppable force.

Someone will turn their weaknesses into strengths and inspire those around them.

If not you, then who?

Some friend will be the shoulder to lean on, the guiding light in the darkness.

Some stranger will extend a helping hand and make a world of difference.

Some individual will choose to be the change they wish to see in the world.

If not you, then who?

A single act of kindness will spark a chain reaction of love and compassion.

Some mentor will believe in another's potential, igniting a fire that burns for a lifetime.

If not you, then who?

Someone will shatter barriers and redefine what it means to be successful.

Someone will rise above their doubts, their fears, and their limitations.

Someone today will decide to be the author of their own story.

Why not you?

You, and you alone, have the power to create the life you've always imagined.

But if not you, then who?

-Democritus Reimagined

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