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Sometimes life challenges us. It sets up obstacles that test our resilience and strength. Some people fold, while others rise above and overcome. Beth Marin is dominating her difficulties. “Life was my biggest challenge when I signed up (for PowerStrength),” Beth said. “I had just finalized my divorce. I was a single mom with my […]

Tiffany Anthony has always enjoyed exercising. She even was a runner when she was younger.  “Back in the day when I was concentrating on my health I used to do sprint triathlons, I’ve done the Riverbank Run a couple times,” Tiffany said. Sometimes, as life happens, health stops being a priority. Tiffany decided in the […]

The name Kloska carries a lot of weight around PowerStrength. Kyle (class of 2022) and Tim (Class of 2023) were standout football players at West Catholic High School that took their strength and abilities to a whole new level training at PSTS (they both now play football at Army and attend West Point). Their parents, […]

Dealing with back pain while aging can present significant challenges, impacting one’s quality of life and making even simple tasks feel paralyzing.  Sarah Debski started down that road, but she was not going to let it burden her for long, so she came to PowerStrength. “My main reason for starting was because I was having […]

Charity Plaxton found herself at a daunting crossroads in her life, grappling with a major choice that left her feeling uneasy and conflicted. Presented with 2 options, neither of which appealed to her, she felt an overwhelming sense of discomfort.  “I had herniated my disc in my lower back and basically was given the decision […]

When Kamryn VanWoerkom started at PowerStrength Training Systems in early 2023, she thought she would walk a path like so many athletes that enter the PSTS doors. Work hard, trust the recipe for success, and become a better and more confident athlete. While her destination remained similar – Kamryn’s journey has definitely been different. After […]

National Signing Day is the time when high school seniors officially make their college commitment to continue their academic and athletic careers. This day is a major milestone for athletes, parents, and their school programs as it marks years of dedication, hard work, and sacrifice. It is a great achievement and one that always warrants […]

Sacrifice Earns Reward Picture this. You are standing at the free throw line in a crowded gymnasium. The sweat drips down your face and all eyes are on you to sink the shot. You take a deep breath and release the ball from your fingertips – it hits the rim and rolls on its edge, […]

From Excellent to Elite! Zak Ahern (Rockford High School ’22) dedicated himself to a complete transformation over the last 3-months like nothing we have ever seen before! Coming off a a decorated senior football season at Rockford, where he totaled 50 touchdowns, earned Division 1 All State honors, All-Area Dream Team, and Player of the Year […]

Congratulations Transformation Challenger Winner – Jeremy Camp!! Over the 30 Days, Jeremy dropped over 12 pounds of fat and gained muscle! Overall, Jeremy lost an astonishing 4.1% body fat, thanks to some changes to his daily routine and attending 3 sessions per week. “Before PSTS I was going nowhere, I was not good with diets […]