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The May Athlete of the Month goes to Sam McLean! Sam is headed to MSU to start the next chapter of her volleyball career. Over the years of her being at PSTS she is proof of what dedication to training can really do! Whether it’s at school, on the court, or in the gym- her […]

The Growth Mindset is a core value of ours that we abide by at PSTS and it has been ingrained into our staff. When we are introduced to other coaches, parents, or individuals who share this mindset we have an immediate connection and common ground. This is especially important for coaches. Their decisions and actions […]

After many interactions with numerous basketball players, parents, and coaches, it’s evident that the archaic myth that “lifting weights will wreck your shot” is still widespread. It’s 2016 and it’s safe to say that training has adapted along with the game of basketball. Only doing skill-work may allow the top 5% of naturally gifted athletes to […]

It has been a long process but we are finally moved into our new home! PowerStrength Training Systems is now located at 919 Alpine Commerce Park NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544. (*Alpine Commerce is off 4 Mile Road just a quarter-mile West of Alpine Ave. This intersection is just minutes from highways 131 and I-96) […]

Like many undrafted rookie free agents, it has been a long road for Grand Rapids native Bronson Hill (GR Catholic Central, Eastern Michigan). Many people don’t understand the tough route that undrafted NFL players take in order to achieve their dream. We’ve witnessed it firsthand with our history of PSTS athletes taking unconventional routes to […]

2016 marks the 5th year we have taken part in the National Signing Day Event hosted by ESPN 96.1FM at Celebration Cinema. This is a unique event to West Michigan and demonstrates the support and acknowledgement within the high school football community. Athletes, parents, coaches, and community sponsors all gather to send another class of […]

Peter Fisk did it.   He had a goal, a dream, to play Division 1 college football. A couple years ago that didn’t look as promising.   Never doubt the power of the human will, especially in a young man like Peter.   Peter accepted a preferred walk-on offer from Michigan State football this past […]

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 […]

Very humbled to unite with the crew from Community Rebuilders this holiday season. We had the pleasure of contributing to a few families’ Christmas mornings and help kickstart them into their new homes. So thankful for the opportunity and for the thoughtfulness and generosity of our PowerStrength Family. If you are interested in contributing to […]