Starting Strength Columbus

Fantastic experience: The Starting Strength (SS) coaches are great at achieving outstanding results through a customized program of consistent and realistic efforts, dispelling the myths that one must "lift to failure" and spend countless hours in the gym to get good results. As a recent retiree, through only twice per week sessions, I have never been as physically strong due to SS for the muscle groups I will need to keep strong in order to make the most of my retirement. The coaching team has also helped me greatly with diet and lifestyle coaching as well, with advice that has led to sustainable changes that are not bound to fail like most fads.

Fantastic experience: I’m experiencing continued improvement in my overall health since I started my weight training at Starting Strength in Dublin. I’m stronger, have better mobility and have more steady balance when I shift direction while playing tennis or pickleball. My coach, Jarret Beck, has been awesome in adjusting my program as needed. He made sure to know understand my medical needs. I am not just one of many clients but rather as a unique individual with unique strength-training needs. He demonstrates the epitome of “personalized training.”

Fantastic experience: Love Starting Strength. I drove all the way from Cleveland for a session. The program works, the coaches are really good at what they do and there's a gym dog!

Fantastic experience: I dropped into the Columbus location when I was in town for a conference, and the trainer and people there were very welcoming and overall great! I had a very good experience and will definitely reach out next time I am in town.

Fantastic experience: Starting Strength Columbus is a very special place with an incredible coaching staff and community who all support and help each other get really strong.

Fantastic experience: Great place and great people, exceptional knowledge and service provided. I attended a squat camp and learned more than anticipated.

Fantastic experience: I've struggled for years to get my squat over 200. After working with Pete, Bruce, Jarrett and Adam, I'm hitting regular PRs on all my lifts, gaining 20+ lbs. of mostly lean mass, and the sky feels like the limit. My 70+ year old parents also joined and are steadily gaining strength. The Starting Strength approach uses a scientific approach to proper lifting form, recovery, and safety. Highest possible recommendation for those looking to get strong.

Fantastic experience: I have been doing Starting Strength on my own for sometime and I made good progress but when I found out there was a Starting Strength gym opening up in Dublin , I joined immediately as I knew I wanted to work out my form issues to lift even heavier weights. Pete, Bruce and Jarret are excellent coaches who are more than invested in me to get me healthier and stronger. I have made new Personal records on my bench press and overhead press and soon, I am sure new Personal Records on my Squat and Deadlift are sure to follow . This could not have been achieved without the expert coaching from Bruce and Jarrett. I am 56 and I am stronger than any previous decade of my life. Thanks to Starting Strength.

Fantastic experience: I have been following Starting Strength for a year & could not haven been more excited when Starting Strength Columbus opened. Pete & the coaching staff are amazing! They are knowledgeable and patient and have helped me fine tune my form in the squat, bench, deadlift & press. My strength continues to improve & I’m excited to see where I’m at by the end of the year.

Fantastic experience: Amazing facility with excellent coaches. They focus on getting you stronger and healthier in all the right ways! There is a clear focus on form and correct movements! I am proud to be a member of this barbell club!

Fantastic experience: I have always been a big fan of barbell training. My son and I began Starting Stregnth on our own about a year ago. So glad Pete and Megan opened up shop in Dublin this past Spring. Thanks to Bruce, Pete, Jarret and Adam for coaching me up. I am stronger now than I ever was before.

Fantastic experience: This is the gym for everyone. Short or Tall. Big or Small. Young or Old. Novice or Experienced. Here you will find a bright and welcoming community and fantastic coaches. They will watch every lift you perform to ensure proper technique and keep you safe. No gimmicks. No fancy equipment. Just hard work with good people. You will get stronger. And being stronger will give you more quality years.

Fantastic experience: I have been a member of Starting Strength Columbus since May and, despite no previous serious training, I have made incredible progress. Bruce, Jarrett, Adam, Pete, and Megan are great folks and it has been a pleasure knowing them.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend this gym for anyone looking to get stronger through personalized coaching in a smaller setting. Starting Strength Columbus owners Pete & Megan have hired an extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and professional staff. Coach Jarret, Coach Bruce, and Adam genuinely care and work with you no matter your skill level. It’s a very welcoming and supportive atmosphere. I’m really glad I joined and I’m very impressed with my results so far.

Fantastic experience: Wonderful space! Knowledgeable, personable, and enthusiastic coaching staff who are truly dedicated to your goals and achieving them

Fantastic experience: Work brought me to Columbus and I was delighted to be able to train at a Starting Strength Gym with Pete and Jarret. I feel much better after a barbell workout than I do with suspect hotel treadmills and puny dumbbells. It was interesting to workout under a different set of watchful eyes, hear tips from new voices, and learn from the experience of other Starting Strength Coaches. When work takes me back to Columbus, I hope they have a platform available window for me to use.

Fantastic experience: Pete and his team are extremely patient and thorough teachers and practitioners. This program is no fluff. You WILL get significantly stronger by working out only 3 times a week. Best fitness decision I’ve made.

Fantastic experience: This review is for Coach Jarret Beck! In the 3 years I worked with him, he has been truly patient and adaptable to my initial lack of form and physical limitations. He has helped me gain confidence and strength and I would have never thought I would come as far as I have. He is professional, encouraging, supportive and invested in your progress no matter where you are in your strength training journey. He is the best coach I have trained with. You will be in good hands!

Fantastic experience: This review is for coach Jarret. Jarret is a great coach, who really invests in your success. Jarret takes the time to get to know you as a person, and your physical quirks, and you can tell he is excited when you pass a milestone. He is exceptionally patient when it comes to form and progression, and is a great motivator. Jarret is awesome!

Fantastic experience: This review is for Jarret! He has been a great personal trainer for me in many ways. He has helped me gain strength and confidence when I lift. He is always working to help me improve my form and understand the value of good form. He has ALWAYS been professional and I never feel judged for being a newbie nor judged by my weight/how I look. His attitude is always to help me improve at my own pace, thanks Jarret!