John's journey with Starting Strength began in 2020. His personal success with the program fueled a desire to share its benefits with others. Becoming a Starting Strength Coach in 2022, he's now worked with hundreds of clients with different backgrounds, from teenagers to individuals in their 90s. John believes that strength is fundamental to a high quality of life, and he believes everyone—regardless of age, background, or experience—can train effectively for it.

Mason is a former All-American triathlete, published novelist, and apprentice coach at SS Boise. He weighed 120 pounds when he found Starting Strength in January of 2021; since then, he's gotten significantly less flimsy. He enjoys surfing, mountain biking, and rock climbing, and is eager to help others use strength training to improve their performance in outdoor pursuits. As a certified Precision nutrition coach, he supports clients to achieve a healthy relationship with food that is compatible with their lifestyle and performance goals.

Alexis has been strength training since the age of 12 and has dedicated her life to building strength as the key to lifelong health, performance, and independence. Before joining the Starting Strength team, she honed her coaching skills through a background in CrossFit where she developed a passion for helping people become stronger, more capable, and more confident. As a Strength Coach, Alexis believes that strength is the foundation of both physical and mental resilience. Her coaching focuses on building strength for longevity, empowering clients to improve their quality of life, maintain their independence, and thrive for years to come.