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Watch below to learn a little more about the development of PowerStrength Training Systems and where we are headed in 2016 and beyond. From our little garage to our brand new facility, we will always have the blue-collar mindset instilled under our roof and in our programs.   We focus on 3 things to direct […]

PowerStrength was highlighted in the January Issue of The Grand Rapids Magazine! It was cool to share a little bit about our story and what makes us unlike your typical “gym.” Athletes, moms, ex-athletes, dads, 20-somethings, 30-somethings – whichever “category” you want to place yourself, we have a training system to help you achieve lasting […]

The project has been in the works for well-over a year and a half and it’s almost time for us to transition to our new home for PowerStrength Training Systems. Our original home at the 4 Mile garage has built a unique reputation for our PowerStrength Family. The blue-collar mentality that was developed here has impacted […]

Huge props to Ben Keller on his verbal commitment to play lacrosse at D1 Detroit Mercy! Earning a scholarship and playing at a high level has always been Ben’s goals.   Ben was our 2014 September Athlete of the Month and has trained with us for 18-months straight 3-5x per week. He has worked extremely […]

Kenny and Char Willekes are a HUGE part of our PSTS Family. They have a blue-collar mindset and are some of the toughest athletes around. While they share the same last name, they both have different personalities on the field and in the gym.   We’re so happy to see Char have another successful season. […]

Longtime PSTS athlete and Connecticut College Sophomore water polo player Stephen Cress (Rockford), continues to have an impressive season. He earn All-American Honorable Mention as a sophomore! http://camelathletics.com/sports/mwaterpolo/2015-16/releases/20151216mr5mqf   Steve trains alongside all our college football players during the off-season and has earned the nickname “muscle dolphin” around the gym. His strength, mobility, and intensity has […]

Congrats to PSTS Disciple Grant Lardieri as he was named Captain as a FRESHMAN!   Grant put in 3 tough years with us at PSTS during high school and we’re very proud of how he has continued to grow both as an athlete and as a leader! Grant was a 3x All-American and holds the […]

EGR Alum and D1 Lacrosse athlete Liza Elder shares about her PowerStrength experience. Liza is an excellent role model for younger female athletes to admire. Her work ethic and dedication has allowed her many opportunities both on the lacrosse field and off. Liza often trains 4-5x per week and took part in our advanced nutrition […]

PSTS coach Skyler Davis bolsters the topic of female athletes prioritizing their off-season, sport schedule, and training throughout the year. Skyler has worked with all of our female athletes at PowerStrength either on an individual or team level. Below he shares briefly about what he’s seen regarding the trend of current female athletes, and the thought process […]

Witnessing our athletes hard work pay off is one of the best rewards we receive as coaches. Seeing them struggle through adversity and persevere to come out a stronger, more mature individual is just as rewarding.   You can hardly tell all the success they’ve had when talking with them. This humility is something many […]