Do You Need a Coach?

There are many coaching certificate programs for the USAPL that are available in most states. While coaching programs like these are valuable for those who compete, what are the options for your average lifter?

The need to succeed

As with any sport to excel you need help from others. Help from those who have excelled in the sport but, more importantly have taught others the tools of success.

Powerlifting is just like any other sport in that a excellent coach will dramatically improve your progress in many dimensions. The way top powerlifters break world records and continually dominate the sport is because the vast majority of them are coached.

Since powerlifting is not a mainstream sport with millions and millions of dollars being paid to athletes, there are not any combines or specialize training facilities for them.

Instead online coaching is more popular than ever. While many argue a hands on coach is more beneficial, in most cases this is not a feasible option.

A few online powerlifting coaching platforms

thestrengthathlete.com

https://www.jtsstrength.com/online-coaching/powerlifting/

https://www.kabukistrength.com/coaching

What is the value of an everyday person having an online coach?

Most people who strength train or powerlift do not compete at meets. They will never go to a national or international championship. The value in the online coaching experience does not just lie in the area of individual competition.

Online coaching is an easy and accessible way for those who are new to barbell training or are seasoned veterans. An outside eye checking your form, overseeing your programming, and giving you positive feedback can make all the difference in your progress.

Voluntarily taking on the process of becoming stronger is noteworthy in and of itself. Accepting that you need help and resources to improve your training is a useful mindset to have.

A coach can teach you to be self-reliant

Many people who train for strength do not have the money or desire to hire a personal online coach. This is why most people resort to online articles and programs to figure out how they should be training.

Even if having a coach long term is not a viable option for you, having one for a period of time can make a world of difference.

Finding someone who is willing to teach you methods and systems that you can implement in your training is the ideal situation. Casual lifters can get a taste of what it takes to progress in training and then when they are ready, begin to teach themselves.

This approach will enable you to define a particular approach and style to the pursuit of strength.