Client results

CLIENT SUCCESS IS MY SUCCESS.

Some clients walked in with no lifting experience and now compete. Others came back after years away, or just wanted to feel strong again.

Kova Strength client squatting on the platform

Personalized programming

No two plans look the same.

I write every program from scratch based on where you're at - your training age, schedule, recovery, injury history, and what you actually want out of lifting. If something's not working, we change it. If you're peaking for a meet, we peak for the meet. If you're trying to fit lifting into a busy life, we build around that.

Jason locking out a deadlift on the platform

From zero to the platform

Met where you're at, taken further than you thought.

A handful of clients I work with started with zero strength training background. We built the basics, dialed in technique, and over time they've gone on to compete - and place. That's the part of the job I'm proudest of. You don't need to be 'ready' before we start. We get you ready together.

Coach handling a client during a squat attempt

Specific issues, specific work

The little things matter.

Cranky hip in the bottom of your squat? Bench keeps stalling at the same weight? Lockout falling apart? We work the actual issue instead of just adding volume and hoping. Form review, accessory work, and small programming tweaks make the difference between grinding and progressing.

Client results

Real people. Real progress.

Different goals, different starting points, same approach: coaching built around the person.

Rachel squatting in a powerlifting meet singlet

Rachel

Goal
Get seriously strong
We worked on
Squat depth after a lifetime of very limited hip ROM and overall strength gains through consistent, planned progression
Result
New personal bests across all three lifts, 220 lb bench at her first meet!!
"I am lifting more than I ever thought I'd dream and it's all because of how meticulous she plans the exercises."
Lexi on the podium with a medal at her first powerlifting meet

Lexi

Goal
Get stronger with a goal of competing in the future.
We worked on
Refined form, pain mitigation, worked through mobility limitations, and getting strong!
Result
Hitting new PRs she never thought she'd hit, with much improved form.
"Honestly this whole block I've made progress and hit goals that I thought would take years."
Karana with her medal after a competition

KARANA

Goal
Chasing PRs and National Records in her 50s!
We worked on
Refining technique, bulding confidence, working with her body.
Result
4+ National Records, 2 World Records, 4 meets together, lots of PRs and smiles!
"Olenka has helped me become stronger and more confident in ways I never thought possible. You're never too old to start something new."
Jason pulling a heavy deadlift

Jason

Goal
Get strong in his 50's after decades of putting his health to the side for the corporate world.
We worked on
Building lifts from the ground up, old knee injury rehab, building up his strength and endurance,
Result
400+ lb Squat, 260+lb Bench, 500+ lb Deadlift at 55 years old.
Kova Strength clients backstage at a meet
Kova Strength client celebrating with her medal
Kova Strength client in the warm-up room
Kova Strength client squatting at the Pirates of the Platform meet

Recent personal records

Bench
220 lb
Rachel
+65 lb in 7 months
Bench
135 lb
Karana
at 59 years old
Squat
290 lb
Lexi
TOTAL
1101 lb
Jason
at 54 years old
"Honestly this whole block I've made progress and hit goals that I thought would take years."
Lexi
Powerlifting client
"Olenka has been so amazing in my powerlifting journey! I've gone through personal training for about 3 years now and I've only recently started putting some effort towards anything competition based. I am lifting more than I ever thought I'd dream and it's all because of how meticulous she plans the exercises. I couldn't be happier with my results so far!"
Rachel
Powerlifting client
"Personal training from Olenka has been challenging, rewarding and motivating. She has a positive outlook and provides programming to meet my needs. She is easy to work with as she has a pleasant disposition. If you want RESULTS, I highly recommend Olenka as your personal trainer."
Kerry
Personal training client

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