experience and certification
about Coach Chris
Chris Van Nostrand is the Founder and Head Coach at Strength Wise Barbell.
His passion for strength training, nutrition, and athletics began early. In his mid-30s he discovered the sport of powerlifting. This renewed his focus on competition spurred a career change from marketing to coaching. As a strength & conditioning coach he’s unleashed the potential of people in their 40s to get stronger, push their boundaries, and find new athletic outlets.
While he’s worked with high level high school, college and semi-pro athletes, his passion is working with masters athletes.
experience
Class IV powerlifter with the United States Powerlifting Association
Professional affiliation with Cornerstone Health as barbell program designer and instructor
Professional affiliation with MVMT Evanston integrating physical therapy with strength training
Instructor with the University of California, Berkeley
Over 100 clients trained, including members of Team USA Fencing and NCAA D1 programs
expertise
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (ISSA)
Certified Conditioning Specialist (BioForce)
Certified Exercise Nutrition Coach (PN1)
Certified Women’s Health Coach (GGS)
