"I first met Ross when he was leading online discussions about Strength and Conditioning and Athletic Training during the Covid-19 Pandemic with a group called Coaches Collab. Listening to his theories and his outlook on strength & conditioning and core work was, to say the least, highly intriguing. When I found out about his site, I contacted him for consulting. The results in my own training came quickly! Ross does an excellent job of not only breaking down the weight rooms importance, but he also gives very in-depth and easy to follow reasonings for everything he walks you through. The weight room can be a challenging task to handle, but Ross does an excellent job of making sure that you understand the "why" as a coach, as well as how it will pertain to your specific sport. Using this programming for my student-athletes was a very rewarding move and I hope to continue to work with Ross in the future!"
Nate Scales
College Track and Field Coach
“Since working with Ross, he has helped the track and field community understand so many notions. Ross’ presence on our Coaches Collab calls has bridged a simplistic gap between athletic training, strength and conditioning, and biomechanics with coaches that has existed and goes unsolved in so many event groups. I have had numerous coaches who reach out to me and ask who Ross is, where is he at, what institution is he associated with, etc., all with the desire to become a part of his network. Ross challenges us all, as coaches, to ask why we have done all of our exercises, drills, and tasks the way we do. He has enlightened so many in the short time of exposure to the Coaches Collab. Personally, I will make sure that I have Ross in my
circle as long as he allows me to! He is a true gift to all disciplines that he is allowed to effect. His knowledge, application, and passion for all things is unparalleled and though often attempted, never replicated!”
Marissa Chew
College Track and Field Coach
“Prior to working with Ross, I was afraid to load my spine due to a previous back injury that inhibited me from playing collegiate basketball. My physician told me at 18 years old that loading my spine would compromise it, so I stopped deadlifting and squatting due to fear of re-injury. Ross told me he could help me when I was in Idaho for the summer, and although I was nervous, he gave me the confidence to try.
Working with Ross was so empowering because he showed me how to get stronger without compromising my spine or increasing my fear of these movements. What makes him different from other coaches is his extensive background across multiple domains, all aiming to improve performance. His knowledge allows him to fix faulty movement patterns and build from the foundation prior to loading. He knows how to personalize training plans and give the perfect cue that allowed me to really feel the proper movement pattern. He is a FANTASTIC coach, and I wish I could train with him more regularly. I truly trust his expertise and enjoy his sense of humor! I would highly recommend training with Ross, especially if you have any injury concerns because he will put you at ease. No matter what your age or skill level is, Ross will get you where you want to be!”
Jenna Morogiello DAT MS ATC LAT CSCS
“Our team’s success can be directly attributed to Ross and his knowledge of specific strength training for distance runners. Not only has his work helped us to great performances, but it has also contributed to a more positive experience for our student-athletes as our injury rates are quite low making our training and improvement more consistent. The things that Ross helps us with are invaluable and I can’t recommend him highly enough.”
Grier Gatlin
College Head Cross Country and Track and Field Coach
“Ross understands movement, strength training, and athlete health at an exceptional level of depth. It's so rare to encounter someone with experience in both the coaching and therapeutic worlds. Ross has been successful in both spheres, and that dual background helps him bridge research-based practices and real-world application in a unique way. He's also a great teacher and has helped me see strength training through the lens of athlete-specific goals and foundational principles. Ross doesn't just throw recipes at you. He teaches you how to cook.”
Alex Lyons
High School Cross Crountry and Track and Field Coach
“Ross has a unique ability to diagnose areas where athletes and programs have systemic weaknesses, but the real benefit to working with Ross is his ability to design solutions that can be easily implemented to correct weakness and bring about strength for athletes and programs alike.“
Chris Johnson
Head Cross Country and Track and Field Coach
Siuslaw High School, Florence, Oregon