Whether you are recovering from an injury, trying to lose 50lbs, or training for your next milestone you need a specialized plan. Our Master's-level coaches build the bridge between where you are and where you want to be.
For The Athlete seeking elite speed, power, and agility. From off-season development to in-season optimization, our data-driven programming focuses on injury prevention and keeping you at peak performance year-round.
For The Transformer ready to break the cycle of fad diets. We focus on sustainable weight loss and improved body composition through science-based training and nutritional guidance. Build a healthy lifestyle that fits your schedule and delivers lasting results.
For The Rebuilder bridging the gap between Physical Therapy and the real world. Specialized training for chronic back pain, joint injuries, and post-surgery recovery. Our trainers all have master degrees related to sports medicine and nutrition.
We've helped many clients over the years, check out our five star Google reviews attesting to their full recovery from injury, increased strength, and amazing results from our training program. Come in and see us at our East Liberty location!
We've worked with hundreds of people with a variety of goals. Here are some of our client's stories.
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Group workouts might make you sweat, but they rarely fix the root cause of what's holding you back. At Essential Strength, we build the bridge between rehab and performance using a clinical approach you won't find anywhere else in Pittsburgh.
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The Assessment First
Submit a form and we'll be in contact within 24 hours to set up a 30 minute discovery call with Sam (the owner) or Josh (manager). We assess your unique inputs, goals, history, and schedule, to calibrate the ideal coaching path and set your initial trajectory.
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Come in for a 60-minute diagnostic session. We audit your lifestyle, analyze body composition, and map movement patterns to detect dysfunction. This specific data informs the prescription of your specialized program.
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Train in our coach-supervised environment. Your coach will guide your progress and adjust your plan as life happens. You will always have a coach for each session.
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After you submit this form we will be in contact within 24 hrs to set up an appointment to come into our East Liberty location for a performance assessment.
Location:
5877 Commerce St #120, Pittsburgh, PA 15206