1. The Sanctuary: A Private Warehouse in Paju<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nSix years ago, I moved from a city apartment to a detached house in Paju to provide a better environment for my family and my six dogs. On this land, I built my own Private Warehouse Gym<\/strong>. It\u2019s not a commercial space; it\u2019s a dedicated sanctuary where I\u2019ve spent the last six years focusing on raw strength and longevity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n![\"Cozy](\"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/home-gym-night-view-1.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n![\"Exterior](\"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/korean-private-home-gym-exterior-1-1024x768.jpg\")
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\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n2. The Protocol: German Volume Training (GVT) over 40<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nMy training history spans over two decades, and my core philosophy is rooted in German Volume Training (GVT)<\/strong>, specifically the 10 sets of 10 reps<\/strong> protocol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- The Routine:<\/strong> I follow a classic 3-day split: 1. Chest\/Biceps, 2. Back\/Triceps, 3. Legs\/Shoulders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The Reality:<\/strong> At 45, I listen to my body. While I aim for 10×10 with 100kg (225lbs) on Bench and Squats, I adjust the volume based on my daily condition. Consistency is about staying in the game for 20 years, not just hitting a number today.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n![\"Vintage](\"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/initial-home-gym-setup-iron-bull-1.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n![\"Isolation](\"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/leg-extension-machine-home-gym-1-768x1024.jpg\")
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\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n3. Reliable Gear: Original Mazurenko & Vintage Iron Bull<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nI value equipment with a soul\u2014gear that has stood the test of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- The Mazurenko Table:<\/strong> I\u2019ve had this professional armwrestling<\/a> table for years. It\u2019s an original Mazurenko, built with a distinct feel that modern mass-produced versions can’t replicate. It serves as a reminder of the many sessions spent honing grip and vector strength.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vintage Iron Bull Rack:<\/strong> Purchased 15 years ago, this was the pinnacle of the Korean home gym market back then. It remains the backbone of my strength journey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Versatility:<\/strong> Beside the heavy iron, I keep a Table Tennis table<\/strong> for hand-eye coordination and active recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n![\"Collection](\"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/armwrestling-cable-handles-collection-1.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n![\"Professional](\"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/captains-of-crush-grippers-collection-1-768x1024.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n![\"Multipurpose](\"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/home-gym-table-tennis-multipurpose-768x1024.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n![\"Backyard](\"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/mazurenko-armwrestling-table-korea-1-768x1024.jpg\")
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\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n4. Atmosphere: From Brutal Winter to Spring Focus<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPaju is known for its extreme winters, sometimes dropping below -20\u00b0C, making my Raptor P60 Pellet Stove<\/strong> a necessity. But as the frost melts and spring settles in, the warehouse takes on a new energy. It\u2019s the best season to train alongside my Golden Retriever, Rocky<\/strong>, without the bite of the cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n![\"raptor-p60\"](\"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/raptor-p60-pellet-stove-home-768x1024.jpg\")
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\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n5. The Mission: Detox and an Open Invitation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nI\u2019m currently on a strict detox and weight loss program to reset my body before I hit 50. Two months sober, zero alcohol. I\u2019m nearing my goal weight, proving that the grind never stops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Old Gear, Older Body, But an Unbreakable Spirit”<\/strong> Occasionally, I visit modern commercial gyms with friends on a day pass. I\u2019m always amazed by how advanced the new equipment has become\u2014sometimes I even feel the urge to upgrade everything. But then I return to my warehouse. The gear is old, and my body is aging, but as long as the spirit remains unyielding, this is all I need. I\u2019ll stick to my Old-school mind<\/strong> and keep pushing the iron.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor my cardio, I use the Nubiet Indoor Cycle<\/a><\/strong>. If you’re looking for an efficient way to burn fat, check out my full review here: [Nubiet Indoor Cycle Review]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nPost-Workout Fuel: A Warm Korean Soul Food”<\/strong> After a brutal session, nothing beats a hot bowl of traditional Korean stew. If you’re curious about my personal, healthy [Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae) Recipe]<\/a><\/strong>, check out my other post here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"1. The Sanctuary: A Private Warehouse in Paju Six years ago, I moved from a city apartment to a detached house in Paju to provide a better environment for my family and my six dogs. On this land, I built my own Private Warehouse Gym. It\u2019s not a commercial space; it\u2019s a dedicated sanctuary where … Read more<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":655,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[131,132,137,138,136,135,134,128,133,130,129],"class_list":["post-635","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-health-workout","tag-armwrestling-table","tag-german-volume-training","tag-gvt","tag-home-gym-setup","tag-home-gym-tour","tag-iron-bull-rack","tag-mazurenko","tag-old-school-training","tag-paju-korea","tag-training-over-40","tag-warehouse-gym"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/635","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=635"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/635\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":961,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/635\/revisions\/961"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/655"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=635"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=635"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=635"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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2. The Protocol: German Volume Training (GVT) over 40<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nMy training history spans over two decades, and my core philosophy is rooted in German Volume Training (GVT)<\/strong>, specifically the 10 sets of 10 reps<\/strong> protocol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- The Routine:<\/strong> I follow a classic 3-day split: 1. Chest\/Biceps, 2. Back\/Triceps, 3. Legs\/Shoulders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The Reality:<\/strong> At 45, I listen to my body. While I aim for 10×10 with 100kg (225lbs) on Bench and Squats, I adjust the volume based on my daily condition. Consistency is about staying in the game for 20 years, not just hitting a number today.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n3. Reliable Gear: Original Mazurenko & Vintage Iron Bull<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nI value equipment with a soul\u2014gear that has stood the test of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- The Mazurenko Table:<\/strong> I\u2019ve had this professional armwrestling<\/a> table for years. It\u2019s an original Mazurenko, built with a distinct feel that modern mass-produced versions can’t replicate. It serves as a reminder of the many sessions spent honing grip and vector strength.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vintage Iron Bull Rack:<\/strong> Purchased 15 years ago, this was the pinnacle of the Korean home gym market back then. It remains the backbone of my strength journey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Versatility:<\/strong> Beside the heavy iron, I keep a Table Tennis table<\/strong> for hand-eye coordination and active recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n4. Atmosphere: From Brutal Winter to Spring Focus<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPaju is known for its extreme winters, sometimes dropping below -20\u00b0C, making my Raptor P60 Pellet Stove<\/strong> a necessity. But as the frost melts and spring settles in, the warehouse takes on a new energy. It\u2019s the best season to train alongside my Golden Retriever, Rocky<\/strong>, without the bite of the cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n5. The Mission: Detox and an Open Invitation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nI\u2019m currently on a strict detox and weight loss program to reset my body before I hit 50. Two months sober, zero alcohol. I\u2019m nearing my goal weight, proving that the grind never stops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Old Gear, Older Body, But an Unbreakable Spirit”<\/strong> Occasionally, I visit modern commercial gyms with friends on a day pass. I\u2019m always amazed by how advanced the new equipment has become\u2014sometimes I even feel the urge to upgrade everything. But then I return to my warehouse. The gear is old, and my body is aging, but as long as the spirit remains unyielding, this is all I need. I\u2019ll stick to my Old-school mind<\/strong> and keep pushing the iron.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor my cardio, I use the Nubiet Indoor Cycle<\/a><\/strong>. If you’re looking for an efficient way to burn fat, check out my full review here: [Nubiet Indoor Cycle Review]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nPost-Workout Fuel: A Warm Korean Soul Food”<\/strong> After a brutal session, nothing beats a hot bowl of traditional Korean stew. If you’re curious about my personal, healthy [Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae) Recipe]<\/a><\/strong>, check out my other post here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"1. The Sanctuary: A Private Warehouse in Paju Six years ago, I moved from a city apartment to a detached house in Paju to provide a better environment for my family and my six dogs. On this land, I built my own Private Warehouse Gym. It\u2019s not a commercial space; it\u2019s a dedicated sanctuary where … Read more<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":655,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[131,132,137,138,136,135,134,128,133,130,129],"class_list":["post-635","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-health-workout","tag-armwrestling-table","tag-german-volume-training","tag-gvt","tag-home-gym-setup","tag-home-gym-tour","tag-iron-bull-rack","tag-mazurenko","tag-old-school-training","tag-paju-korea","tag-training-over-40","tag-warehouse-gym"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/635","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=635"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/635\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":961,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/635\/revisions\/961"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/655"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=635"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=635"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pajuparadise.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=635"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
- \n
- The Routine:<\/strong> I follow a classic 3-day split: 1. Chest\/Biceps, 2. Back\/Triceps, 3. Legs\/Shoulders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The Reality:<\/strong> At 45, I listen to my body. While I aim for 10×10 with 100kg (225lbs) on Bench and Squats, I adjust the volume based on my daily condition. Consistency is about staying in the game for 20 years, not just hitting a number today.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n3. Reliable Gear: Original Mazurenko & Vintage Iron Bull<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
I value equipment with a soul\u2014gear that has stood the test of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- \n
- The Mazurenko Table:<\/strong> I\u2019ve had this professional armwrestling<\/a> table for years. It\u2019s an original Mazurenko, built with a distinct feel that modern mass-produced versions can’t replicate. It serves as a reminder of the many sessions spent honing grip and vector strength.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Vintage Iron Bull Rack:<\/strong> Purchased 15 years ago, this was the pinnacle of the Korean home gym market back then. It remains the backbone of my strength journey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Versatility:<\/strong> Beside the heavy iron, I keep a Table Tennis table<\/strong> for hand-eye coordination and active recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n4. Atmosphere: From Brutal Winter to Spring Focus<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Paju is known for its extreme winters, sometimes dropping below -20\u00b0C, making my Raptor P60 Pellet Stove<\/strong> a necessity. But as the frost melts and spring settles in, the warehouse takes on a new energy. It\u2019s the best season to train alongside my Golden Retriever, Rocky<\/strong>, without the bite of the cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n5. The Mission: Detox and an Open Invitation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
I\u2019m currently on a strict detox and weight loss program to reset my body before I hit 50. Two months sober, zero alcohol. I\u2019m nearing my goal weight, proving that the grind never stops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Old Gear, Older Body, But an Unbreakable Spirit”<\/strong> Occasionally, I visit modern commercial gyms with friends on a day pass. I\u2019m always amazed by how advanced the new equipment has become\u2014sometimes I even feel the urge to upgrade everything. But then I return to my warehouse. The gear is old, and my body is aging, but as long as the spirit remains unyielding, this is all I need. I\u2019ll stick to my Old-school mind<\/strong> and keep pushing the iron.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For my cardio, I use the Nubiet Indoor Cycle<\/a><\/strong>. If you’re looking for an efficient way to burn fat, check out my full review here: [Nubiet Indoor Cycle Review]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Post-Workout Fuel: A Warm Korean Soul Food”<\/strong> After a brutal session, nothing beats a hot bowl of traditional Korean stew. If you’re curious about my personal, healthy [Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae) Recipe]<\/a><\/strong>, check out my other post here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- Vintage Iron Bull Rack:<\/strong> Purchased 15 years ago, this was the pinnacle of the Korean home gym market back then. It remains the backbone of my strength journey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The Reality:<\/strong> At 45, I listen to my body. While I aim for 10×10 with 100kg (225lbs) on Bench and Squats, I adjust the volume based on my daily condition. Consistency is about staying in the game for 20 years, not just hitting a number today.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n