Starting Strength Coaches: A Demographic Analysis

[stef]

by Nicholas Racculia

The typical Starting Strength Coach (SSC) is an experienced, well-educated coach who is physically strong and active within the fitness industry. Here's how we know this.

The Starting Strength Coaches Association recently conducted a survey of its members. Of the 103 active members as of 3/16/16, 100 responded to this basic survey which polled their experience, education, role within the fitness industry and individual strength levels. The purpose of the survey was to demonstrate the depth and quality of Starting Strength Coaches.

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[Jeremy King]

Well, it looks like I'm too stupid to become a coach.

[Mark Rippetoe]

You can work towards less-stupid.

[Nollens]

How does one start getting into coaching on the side, especially since my degree was/is not fitness related?

[stef]

How does one start getting into coaching on the side, especially since my degree was/is not fitness related?

That's no handicap.

Start with this article: The Path to the Starting Strength Coach Credential.