The destination matters. But the journey is what shapes you.

Jake Remmert, Ph.D.(c), CSCS

I hold a Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology and the CSCS certification, and am currently a PhD candidate at Florida Atlantic University, where my research focuses on optimizing per-session volume for maximal hypertrophy and strength. I’ve had the honor to collaborate with some of the top researchers in the field and publish research studies directly relevant to guiding what we do in the gym, which can be found on my Research Gate profile. Along the way I’ve received mentorship from some of the best in the business, including Dr. Mike Zourdos, Dr. Eric Helms, and Ryan Doris.

I’ve been coaching since 2017, working 1-on-1 with populations ranging from the average person looking to change their body composition to competitive bodybuilders and world-class powerlifters. Data tracking and analysis is vital for successful coaching, but just as important is building a personal relationship with each person I team up with. I’ve always said the best part about coaching is the great friendships I’ve made along the way, which - as cliche as it is - is a cliche for a reason; it’s absolutely true! And coincidentally, it also allows for arriving at the best results, in my experience.

I’ve been in the gym to some capacity pretty much my entire life - from doing push ups in the driveway as a kid, to inconsistently (and extremely sub-optimally) lifting weights for high school sports, to eventually finding my way in Fall 2014 and practicing consistent, thought-out training and nutrition ever since, balancing the pursuit of “optimal” with a sustainable and enjoyable lifestyle. I’ve competed in several powerlifting and bodybuilding competitions, and that experience is greatly helpful for my coaching practice.