Testimonials
"As a coach, Andy is extremely knowledgeable in many aspects of powerlifting programming, biomechanics in powerlifting and rehab work but the most enjoyable part about working with Andy is how well he is able to teach. He operates as a vessel of knowledge for lifters who are sponges, trying to learn and soak up knowledge from all sources. Andy makes it very easy to understand almost all concepts, which is extremely helpful for lifters to be bought in to the plan but even more helpful to aspiring coaches who are trying to level up their services and expand their knowledge. "
Danyal • Coach Andy
"I’ve been training with Alex for close to 4 years now. Through everything I endured within that time, Alex always stayed consistent in his responsibility, motivation, and flexibility. He never failed to adjust my programming or respond to any concerns regardless of day or time, and he’s done so in a casual manner that has made the coach-player relationship one of mutual respect. Needless to say, my fitness progress has been beyond what I ever imagined. Alex has always been unspoken in his high expectations for myself and how much strength I can exert, and for all of these factors, I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for powerlifting coaching."
Jillian • Coach Alex
"I started working with Andrew about a year ago with zero powerlifting experience. Andrew provided me with foundational knowledge to learn the basics and I instantly saw progress. In our first meet together, Andrew worked through numerous challenges in my prep and was always there for guidance. Andrew provided high quality programming and communication to meet your specific needs. I highly recommend SSS powerlifting for athletes of all levels."
Katie • Coach Andrew
"What makes Devan different is the fact that i believe he cares about the progress of his clients as much or more than his own progress as an athlete. He is fully invested in what he does and you can see the passion through his work whether it be through programming, communication, handling, or encouragement. Devan excels in communication. Whether it be you have a question, are anxious about a lift, or have a concern. He will always ensure that you know what is going on and will explain the reasoning behind something occurring. Devan goes above and beyond in his coaching and communication, appreciate everything he does!
Sophia • Coach Devan
"Working with Garrett has completely changed the way I approach nutrition and performance. What I appreciate most is that he doesn’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. He looks at the bigger picture with nutrition, training, recovery, stress, lifestyle, and how I’m actually feeling. He then adjusts things based on what my body and performance are telling us.
I also really appreciate how practical his approach is. The nutrition plan fits into my actual life rather than expecting me to completely change my lifestyle to follow a plan. He makes nutrition feel manageable and sustainable, while still holding me accountable."
Amanda • Coach Garrett
"Andy has used proven programming for me that has resulted in significant results even though we’ve been together for 12 short weeks. His technique coaching and communication is perfect for my needs and learning style. I have been way more accountable and dedicated to training since hiring Andy.
Simple, clear technique coaching. Wise enough to let the athlete lean into strengths, and gradually adding technique and cues to build upon that foundation. The programming is smart, calculated and progressive. Understands my goals clearly and is willing to adjust based on my feedback."
Casey • Coach Andy
""Alex is an amazing coach. From day one taking charge and allowing for training to flourish. For someone that likes structure and letting someone else take lead on what to do in the gym rather than following random programs online helps a lot. Even when not tracking towards a certain goal or competition and just wanting to train, he makes it easy to just go in train and rinse and repeat. Takes into thoughtful consideration everything you tell him and really works with you to figure out issues and mishaps. More than a coach, Alex is really there for you as a friend. He has build a community and i’m sure everyone that is under him loves working with Alex. He gives you so much and honestly wouldn’t want anyone else to take charge of my training. I’ve been with Alex for almost three years now and there’s nothing I would change in that time span.""
Jose • Coach Alex
“I’ve been coached by Erik since 2020 and I have had nothing but positive experiences under his service. Erik took me from someone who was always doubting myself to always having confidence under the bar that my lifts are to comp standards, and if not, Erik will fully break down the why and how to fix, instead of just saying to do better. Erik is very supportive even when I decide to tackle a 5k or half marathon amidst my powerlifting training. Erik has also coached me around some life events such as the birth of my second son, which was literally a month out from the Maine State Championships and has also helped me get back to training after 4 nights in the hospital due to a collapsed lung!"
Nathan • Coach Erik
"Having worked with Andrew for about a year ago now, I am confident in saying the work we have done together has definitely been some of the most fully comprehensive programming I have experienced. Oftentimes programs treat the athlete as a generic individual, and lose sight of the variations that occur between people, and this is a huge factor when it comes to training. However, the pure breadth of knowledge Andrew has for programming makes him highly capable of maneuvering this challenge of custom tailoring a program. Whether it is form, muscle imbalances, tightness, etc, he is able to recognize and properly respond. Truly some of the most informative and effective programming I have done in my nearly 8+ years of powerlifting."
Chris • Coach Andrew
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"I saw that he coached numerous lifters and was so passionate about the sport. In my lifetime, all the incredible coaches I worked with had two variables in common and that was passion and care for their athletes. So with this, I had this feeling that Erik was going to be a good fit.
Erik welcomed me to the team with open arms and has truly made a positive impact on my life both mentally and physically. Erik is not only my coach but my cheerleader and friend. He cares about me as an athlete and person. I love that Erik is supportive that I am a mom and that sometimes I must focus on my son instead of a training session. Seriously, everyone needs a coach or friend in their life like Erik.
Erik is motivating, caring, knowledgeable and passionate about the sport. He will inspire you and the programming he provides is top notch."
Carlee • Coach Erik
"What makes Devan different is the fact that i believe he cares about the progress of his clients as much or more than his own progress as an athlete. He is fully invested in what he does and you can see the passion through his work whether it be through programming, communication, handling, or encouragement. Devan excels in communication. Whether it be you have a question, are anxious about a lift, or have a concern. He will always ensure that you know what is going on and will explain the reasoning behind something occurring. Devan goes above and beyond in his coaching and communication, appreciate everything he does!
Sophia • Coach Devan
"I've experienced profound benefits from working with Garrett. He's helped me to optimize my nutrition as it relates to my goals of highest level performance, has personalized my programming to facilitate recovery from years of chronic pain, and has provided me with unparalleled and truthfully unprecedented gameday nutrition handling. There's truly no one in the game doing it like Garrett right now."
Andrew • Coach Garrett
"I initially started working with coach Alex after seeing a couple of his reels and I could tell he had a deep understanding of programming for different strengths and weaknesses. I was hesitant to start working with a coach because my mindset was to get as strong as I can alone, then hire a coach. But in the 4 months I’ve trained under coach Alex, he’s helped me make more progress than I had in a whole year prior, not only in strength, but also fixing injuries and imbalances that I had fairly quickly. If I had known the progress I could have made back then, I would have started coaching with him long ago!"
Ahmed • Coach Alex
"Devan does a phenomenal job communicating and making sure everything is always crystal clear. For example, every block Devan sends out an overview video about the block explaining everything in detail including any changes, the plan, and why you’re doing what you’re doing. You’re never left in the dark on something and if anything isn’t clear he always makes sure to explain it until you’re on the same page. He also outlines his expectations in regards to his athlete’s communication which is extremely helpful from an athlete’s perspective. You have to be able to do your job as an athlete for him to be able to do his job as a coach. He also has a set schedule as to when he is on the clock and actively replying to clients. If there’s any deviation from this he makes it very clear when that is and when he will be back to his normal office hours. He’s also very punctual. He replies daily, always when he says he’s going to. Programs are sent out within a week of you needing a new one. Devan never has to be reminded of anything and is always on top of it every single day. He has truly set the standard in powerlifting coaching. I would definitely recommend Devan to a friend. He’s an exceptional coach and is constantly looking on ways to improve his service to be the best he can for his athletes. To be honest, I’m not sure how he can improve. I’ve been extremely impressed with Devan since working with him and it’s very obvious to me how much he cares for his athletes and their progress. I can’t say enough positive things about Devan. If you value communication, hard work, and dedication, Devan would be a great fit."
Kinzie • Coach Devan
"Working with Garrett not only helped me fuel and be a much better competitor, but it also helped me change my mindset as an athlete. Having someone I trusted for my training was important, but I did not realize how much I needed someone for nutrition until Devan asked if I wanted to work with Garrett. I truly believe that trusting Garrett with my nutrition was one of the best decisions I made this year when it came to my powerlifting career. Going into prep for age-division nationals, I had the least stressful training time and came in the strongest version of myself that I have ever seen and felt in training and on the platform. Garrett’s constant attention and guidance on my bodyweight and nutrition made me feel supported. The only thing that I had to worry about was hitting my lifts in training and executing as an athlete.
During Junior Worlds, Garrett coached me remotely and was available whenever I needed him and helped immensely when international travel hiccups occurred. Prior to Worlds, he took time out of the day to drive over to give me all of the recomp items that I would need. He worked around the clock to make sure that I had the right foods and adjusted my plan daily to what was available/ not available. This shows how passionate and hardworking he is as a coach. He even made sure my handler was on the same page and made a very clear recomp plan for all of us to understand and follow. This led to another amazing performance at Junior Worlds. I cannot recommend Garrett enough; not only is he an amazing nutrition coach, but also a great person and friend, and he makes his athletes feel like they are the only one on his roster. It was a pleasure working with Garrett, and I look forward to working together in the future."
Sophia • Coach Garrett