I Am Bryan Doberdruk
I Am Bryan Doberdruk

It all began with Bryan buying a used monolift from elitefts. One thing led to another and nearing ten years, he’s still on the team as an athlete.

I Am Jo Jordan
I Am Jo Jordan

Powerlifting is a small and fleeting part of Jo’s existence. Although one of his top priorities, the joy of life is family. Learn more!

I Am Yessica Martinez
I Am Yessica Martinez

Competing now for ten years, we recircle with Yessica Martinez to get an update on life, training, and foreseeable future endeavors.

WATCH: I am Jordan Shallow
WATCH: I am Jordan Shallow

“I’m not the strongest guy in the world, but I might have a run as one of the stronger chiropractors.” elitefts coach and columnist Dr. Jordan Shallow wants to make his mark in chiropractic, education, training, and fitness — and he might be doing just that through his travels and writings.

WATCH: I am JM Blakley
WATCH: I am JM Blakley

“Our human potential is much higher than we recognize.” elitefts coach and columnist JM Blakley might be the namesake of the JM Press, but he hopes his impact in the strength sports world will go far beyond that and the weights he’s lifted.

WATCH: I am Clint Darden
WATCH: I am Clint Darden

“I don’t need a psychiatrist. Give me a squat rack and a deadlift platform and a bench and a couple of Atlas stones, and that’s my psychiatric chair right there.” Everyone needs a safe haven, and elitefts coach Clint Darden has found his at the House of Biceps in Cyprus.

WATCH: I am Vincent Dizenzo
WATCH: I am Vincent Dizenzo

“To be able to give back is a much bigger legacy than anything you’ll leave on a platform.” elitefts coach Vincent Dizenzo finds his calling in helping others by passing on knowledge, especially when it comes to dieting and weight loss.

WATCH: I am Ashley Jones
WATCH: I am Ashley Jones

elitefts columnist Ashley Jones is Australian by birth, a New Zealander by choice and marriage, but first and foremost, he’s a strength and conditioning coach with 40 years of experience under his belt with plenty of passion and advice to spare to future coaches.

WATCH: I am Joe Sullivan
WATCH: I am Joe Sullivan

Get to know elitefts athlete Joe Sullivan as he talks about how he got into powerlifting, his day-to-day routine, and his goals.

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