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Peter Mayberryvia Google

3 months ago

December 12, 2025 I began lifting three months ago at age 69, having never participated in free weight training before. I have had shoulder and hip surgeries, and have significant disc degeneration. JD Thomason, a veteran, is the primary coach and owner. JD has carefully worked with me, as he does with each member. He has customized the lifting regimine ongoingly to account for changes I am experiencing and to ensure that I continue to build strength to do life. The results have been tremendous. Through JD's coaching, care and encouragement, I have grown stronger, am more confident when working physically, and have greater energy to do life. I cannot say enough about the quality of this training and the benefit of having a highly skilled and experienced coach like JD. He is the best!

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Susan Grantvia Google

4 months ago

Five months ago, I began weight training at Starting Strength, and it’s been the best thing I ever did for myself. I was reasonably fit but I wasn’t strong. Having zero experience with barbells, I chose to come here because the program is simple, 100% back to basics. Bonus: you have your own rack—no sharing, no waiting for goobers making Instagram posts while they sit on the bench you have been waiting a half hour to use. Classes are small with expert, tailored one-on-one coaching. Also, the owner is now working with several major medical insurers where they will foot the majority of your bill. Win win! Don’t hesitate to get your free intro here, it’s life changing.

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Tracy Smithvia Google

4 months ago

For me, Starting Strength was the perfect blend of personal training at a reasonable cost. Because they coach several people during a session (3-5 on average when I was there) there’s a bit of waiting between sets while the coach makes his (or her) rounds but the rest in between is good for the process and i believe it keeps the cost more reasonable than 1 on 1 training. I mostly worked with Andrew who was wonderful and patient and i learned a lot in the 3 months i attended. I only went once a week so my strength build was moderate but that was by choice and design on my part. For someone younger without my physical limitations, i have no doubt they could help you build muscle much faster.

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Toni Philipvia Google

5 months ago

I have been coming to Starting Strength in Colorado Springs since August 1st, 2025 and already I am feeling and even seeing the difference! Doing housework/yard work has become easier as my lower back is stronger already! I would also say I have more energy in general. Amazing! JD and Andrew are excellent coaches; always encouraging and focusing on my personal improvement, along with everyone else at the gym. They’ve created a team atmosphere where not only do the coaches encourage but the other people working out also cheer for each other, no matter the level of experience or strength. My husband also works out here and he feels the same. Our purpose for joining was to increase our bone density, and I am sure that’s happening, but we’ve benefited so much more! I have done pilates workouts for 20 years, but Starting Strength has done more for my strength in short order than pilates has. I still enjoy pilates, but I am truly surprised by how much strength we have gained in such a short time. I am looking forward to more and more improvement, and I can not say enough good things about Starting Strength! We are very thankful that we joined!

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C Hvia Google

7 months ago

This gym is a focused, professional, and incredibly effective place to train. It's built for one thing: the Starting Strength program. It gets rid of all the distractions you find at bigger gyms, creating an atmosphere that's perfect for learning and making real progress. What really sets this gym apart is the quality of the coaching. My coach and the owner, JD, is an absolute expert. His skill at seeing and fixing flaws in your form is outstanding. He gives clear, direct feedback you can actually use, and it's all based on a deep knowledge of proper lifting mechanics. He makes sure you don't just do the lifts right, but that you actually understand why you're doing them. This high standard isn't just limited to the owner. I've trained with the other coach Andrew a handful of times, and the transition was seamless. He has the same incredible attention to detail and technical knowledge. It shows that the gym is committed to top-notch instruction. If you're looking for a no-nonsense approach to strength training with expert coaching, I can't recommend Starting Strength Colorado Springs enough. The combination of great coaches and a focused environment makes it the best place in the area for anyone—from a total beginner to an experienced lifter—who is serious about getting strong.