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Starting Strength Memphis
Starting Strength Memphis: Personal coaching, progressive weightlifting, and a welcoming, results-driven community.
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Starting Strength Memphis: Personal coaching, progressive weightlifting, and a welcoming, results-driven community.
Starting Strength Memphis delivers structured barbell training with expert coaching led by Eric. Clients report tailored programs, focused form cues, and lift modifications to fit injuries or goals. The gym offers small-group sessions and online coaching, fostering a supportive, results-driven community in Germantown.
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One-on-one coaching sessions focused on form, technique, and individualized programming for lifts like squats, presses, and deadlifts.
Motivational group sessions with personal coach attention, offering community support and tailored modifications for all ability levels.
Remote training and programming guidance for those unable to attend in-person, including form checks and goal-setting.
Specialized coaching to safely return to lifting post-injury, with customized exercise adjustments and recovery support.
Guidance on protein intake, sleep, recovery, and injury prevention to complement strength training and overall health.
Tailored programs for diverse clients, from youth to elderly, focusing on sustainable strength gains and mobility improvement.
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Overall rating
Steve Champine
Eric coached my wife and I on the basic lifts and provided a lot of great feedback and information. The level of coaching at Starting Strength is the absolute best. Highly recommend.
Melissa Champine
I came for a coaching session with Eric today because I am working my way back into weightlifting after some injuries and setbacks. He helped me to discover modifications to each lift that will allow me to ease back in! I highly recommend Starting Strength for anyone, whether you’re curious about whether weightlifting is for you, or you’ve been lifting for years. They will help you get started or coach you in form and programming. They have classes, and online coaching available.
Heather B
I have been involved in Starting Strength since December 2022. I only started because my husband was interested in the program-so I joined thinking I would quit once he developed a good exercise routine. I had a lot of other activities I was doing (dance, yoga, cycling classes, weight training machines at gym...) and just knew I would not like barbell training. Almost 3 years later...I am still training 3x week because the program is great! I had cervical disc fusion surgery C5-7 in 2008 and I am stronger than ever, which has dramatically decreased my episodes of neck pain/strain that I have been dealing with since the surgery. I am very active, but have always had trouble building muscle and getting stronger. I am able to do the other activities I love (like dance and yoga) with less pain. Eric is my primary coach and he is wonderful! He is very patient, letting me tell him what I want to do (then pointing out maybe what I should do...). He has been great at always being able to modify my program each session as needed. I have done a lot of group classes and one-on-one personal training sessions throughout the years in various activities. I love the Starting Strength model of having your own personal coach- yet also getting the motivation/interaction from the other people in my small group sessions. It is the best of both worlds. All the coaches are great. I have a mostly plant-based diet and have gotten nutritional advice on appropriate protein intake as well as advice on sleep, recovery, injury prevention and management, etc. There are super-fit crazy strong young people to elderly movement-restricted individuals as well, and everyone in-between in the sessions. I have been amazed at how they can effectively train people of all ages and ability. It is a great program!!!
Zachary Cosey
I’ve been part of Starting Strength Memphis for a year now, and the growth I’ve experienced—both in strength and confidence as a lifter—has been incredible. The coaches design training programs tailored to your individual goals, and everything is intentional and focused, which is something I truly value. Huge thanks to my coach, Eric! I attend the 5 AM class, and no matter how early it is, he always shows up with a smile and energy that sets the tone for the entire session. If you’re looking for a supportive, results-driven environment to build strength, I highly recommend Starting Strength Memphis.
Sue Brownlow
Starting Strength has helped me get stronger and feel better. Added to that, the personal attention to goals and correct form when working out, plus the pleasant atmosphere in the gym, have been a great blessing. Eric is a very helpful coach. He's kind of laid back while staying focused on what I'm doing and how to do it correctly. I feel encouraged when there, seeing everyone at whatever level they are strength-wise, gradually get stronger.
