“Zack has exceeded my expectations as a trainer and coach in every regard.  I have already accomplished so much more than I would have thought possible.

Honestly I feel like the online training is just as good as the in-person training was.  I never would have expected that.

I continue to make great progress even after numerous moves - from North Carolina, to D.C., to Argentina, to Savannah.  

I recommend Zack to pretty much everyone I talk to.  I feel incredibly lucky to have the opportunity to train with someone of his caliber.”  

-- Tracy Cook

"Not only have I worked with Zack personally, but I’ve also met a lot of the folks that he has coached and they have nothing but great things to say about not only the results they got, but the level of care he brings.

I've known Zack for many years and he has an awesome ability to help you figure out the ideal path that fits in your life and also makes things fun and interesting along the way.

I strongly recommend anyone looking to get stronger and more flexible, while keeping their sanity at the same, to work with Zack... he's the best."

-- Max Shank, renowned strength & movement coach

“Zack has been an instrumental part of getting my life back.

Throughout our time working together he has always been compassionate about what’s going on in my life and making sure that I was taking care of my mind and body.

From day one Zack has kept me motivated and accountable for my own success. We worked together to set goals and determine what worked for me. I didn’t want to just go to the gym and work out on the elliptical, but had no idea where to start with anything else.

In the past five months working with Zack, I have lost 35 lbs and gone from 32% body fat to 18% body fat. I am in the best shape of my life and feel amazing!”

-- Sheila H, 33

I am, first and foremost, a coach.

Helping people shed pounds, gain strength, and become more confident in their own skin is my passion and career focus.

After experiencing the results of smart training firsthand 15 years ago, I committed to becoming the best coach and trainer I could be.

Since then, I’ve helped hundreds of people from all walks of life discover their potential – a stronger version of themselves.

"I honestly cannot find the words to describe how amazing it's been working with Zack. 

With Zack’s coaching and motivation I have been able to get my body fat percentage as low as 19%, obtain numerous powerlifting PRs and even complete 11 weighted pull-ups!!! 

None of which would have been achieved without Zack’s training regimen.

I've added about 70 lbs to my squat, 38 lbs to my bench, and over 100 lbs to my deadlift.

If you’re looking for a trainer with a great personality, someone who’s flexible and extremely knowledgeable… Zack is your guy!”  

-- Meghan, 25

"I followed Zack for years, often referring to his amazing (and free!) videos on YouTube and really appreciated his helpful coaching cues.

He coaches competitive strength athletes (including Masters). Plus he's a genuinely kind, fun human!

It was an easy decision to work with him and what a great decision it turned out to be. 

Working with a coach you find on the internet and never met in person can be really challenging -- but working with Zack couldn't be easier nor could it feel more supportive.

From the initial on-boarding to the programming to post-workout reviews and calls, it's just really easy to know what I need to do, when, and how, and to report on how it all went.

Zack's programming is creative, thoughtful, goal-oriented, personalized, and a little bit uncanny. 

The first program included some things I wasn't sure I could do -- he was right then and he continues to accurately predict what will be challenging but achievable.  Rarely do I end a workout feeling anything but fantastic. 

Plus, I've crossed two goals off the list already: "Simple" and the StrongFirst Snatch Test. 

Zack is terrific at encouraging new goals and jumps right in to support them with safe and sane programming. 

I can't wait to see what we can achieve together going forward!" -- Emme W, 54

"Zack is really setting the bar high for online training.  He has exceeded my expectations.

My favorite part of coaching with Zack that it is collaborative.   I am also getting stronger as I get older and that is a great thing at the age of 51!

I recommend Zack to everyone who is looking for online training.  The value is fantastic and the experience has been phenomenal!  

I could not ask for a better coach!"

-- Linda M, 51 

"I was fascinated by kettlebells so I started following StrongFirst kettlebell instructors and discovered Zack. 

I had past experience with Crossfit and was doing some programs on my own at the gym. 

Even though I was confident lifting on my own, something was off.

I aggravated an old back injury while doing yard work and constantly felt stiff.

Lifting had stopped feeling good or being fun.

I was ready to quit lifting when Zack sent out a newsletter looking for coaching clients. I liked his IG
content, his newsletters, and his approach intrigued me. I took a chance and responded to his
email.

It was one of my best fitness decisions to date. 

Everything was so simple and straightforward and I wasn’t sure what I'd gotten myself into because I was barely breaking a sweat.

My main thought was, “By the end of this program, will I meet my goals of lifting pain- free and fall in love with the barbell again?” 

YES!

I met my goals and then some:

• I lifted (and continue to lift) pain free

• I PR’d my pre-back injury weights
• Did my first chin-ups, in my life EVER (Three! On the first try!)

• Did my first pull-ups, in my life EVER (Two! Like a champ!)

• I lost 7 pounds (and not on purpose)

• I LOVE lifting again!

The strength, stability, and mobility I gained in this program allowed me to randomly capture my personal unicorn of my first ever chin-ups and pull-ups. 

The program works because it gave me a solid, strong, and pain-free base to realize this target.

My goal was to fall in love with lifting again by being able to do it pain free. I succeeded with
Zack’s program and my friends and family know all about my great experience. 

I want to lift for life so being a smart and healthy lifter is paramount. 

Working with Zack is a fabulous way for anyone to reach this goal. 

Zack has written a great program, he is supportive, intelligent, and loves the work he does. You can’t go wrong working with him.

I’m so excited to continue working with him.

-- Christine W