Coach Devan’s Client Testimonials

  • Devan has the best attention to detail I have seen from any powerlifting coach. His communication is amazing, and you can tell he really puts his all into coaching. From the block overview videos to each response after every lifting session he never makes you feel like a lesser athlete. You can tell he treats everyone equally and puts 100% into everyone. He listens and makes changes if something is working out or if you want to try something else. Each block is for each athlete there is no cookie cutter programming, he isn't just copying what he does for all his athletes, they are all unique to you. I would 100% recommend Devan to a friend for many reasons. You can tell he wants the best for all of his athletes and wants to make sure they're excelling and enjoying training. He treats all of his athletes equally and never makes you feel less important than another athlete. He listens well and if you have an idea on training he hear you out about it.

    Jack O’Donnell

  • Devan does a phenomenal job communicating and making sure everything is always crystal clear. For example, every block Devan sends out an overview video about the block explaining everything in detail including any changes, the plan, and why you’re doing what you’re doing. You’re never left in the dark on something and if anything isn’t clear he always makes sure to explain it until you’re on the same page. He also outlines his expectations in regards to his athlete’s communication which is extremely helpful from an athlete’s perspective. You have to be able to do your job as an athlete for him to be able to do his job as a coach. He also has a set schedule as to when he is on the clock and actively replying to clients. If there’s any deviation from this he makes it very clear when that is and when he will be back to his normal office hours. He’s also very punctual. He replies daily, always when he says he’s going to. Programs are sent out within a week of you needing a new one. Devan never has to be reminded of anything and is always on top of it every single day. He has truly set the standard in powerlifting coaching. I would definitely recommend Devan to a friend. He’s an exceptional coach and is constantly looking on ways to improve his service to be the best he can for his athletes. To be honest, I’m not sure how he can improve. I’ve been extremely impressed with Devan since working with him and it’s very obvious to me how much he cares for his athletes and their progress. I can’t say enough positive things about Devan. If you value communication, hard work, and dedication, Devan would be a great fit.

    Kinzie Peterson

  • Great attention to detail, but equally good at NOT double clicking into details where the granularity is irrelevant. Devan has pulled me back from overthinking immaterial aspects to my powerlifting career on countless occasions. This is a major reason for which my relationship with pain has improved drastically since we began working together about 14 months ago. Most importantly though, what makes him different is the passion - you can tell that he really really cares about his athletes and their progress.

    Sadman Mishel

  • I originally found out about Devan through his informative content on both Instagram and YouTube. As a coach myself, I could immediately see the effort and care he put into his coaching, whether it be from a programming, technique, or service related aspect. Very quickly, Devan and I began having coaching related conversations, where he was always willing to talk shop on multiple topics, not because he wanted to build a relationship with me to eventually coach me, but because he genuinely wanted to help me develop my service and skills as a coach. When I decided to reach out to a coach myself, It was a no brainer who I should inquire with. In my time with Devan as my coach, there has been no shortage of progress on all three of my lifts. But not only that, he has continued to invest himself into my brand by always being a resource to me, and by introducing me to other brilliant minds within the space, and for that, I am forever grateful.

    Jake Hansen

  • I would absolutely recommend Devan to any friend or lifter looking to take their training to the next level. His combination of analytical programming, attention to technique, and consistent communication creates an environment where athletes can truly thrive. One of the best aspects of working with Devan is the focus on consistency from block to block, along with collaborative programming decisions and detailed video explanations of any adjustments. Being part of this process has been both enjoyable and rewarding. I would also like to highlight that, from the beginning, I made it clear to Devan that I planned to compete in a weight class that isn’t naturally suited for me as I am too tall for it in 10 months time, which for sure made programming and progressing considerably more challenging, as I had to also deal with weight management for the time being. Despite this, Devan has never once tried to push me into moving up a class. Instead, he has fully supported my personal goals and worked with me to achieve them, offering guidance and strategies that align with my objectives. This level of respect for my choices and trust in my nutrition and weight management has made the whole process really productive.

    Peter Knez

  • Devan's programming skills are genuinely competitive with the best coaches in powerlifting. His ability to find simple, creative solutions to complex training problems is incredibly impressive. I never have any issues trusting the training that is given to me because I know how much thought has gone into it, as well as how much time he spends working to further his knowledge ... When I finally decided to reach out and hire a coach, Devan was the first and only person I contacted. It was evident through his clients training/progress as well as all the fantastic feedback I had heard that he was a knowledgable, dedicated coach that I could trust with helping me progress ... Any change that gets made to my program always comes with a detailed explanation about why the change is being made, and what it's purpose is. I always feel like I am moving in the right direction in training and that he is leaving no stone unturned ... I would absolutely recommend Devan to a friend, and I have. Several times.

    Anonymous

  • I cannot express how much I have grown as a person through his guidance. Starting out, I expressed my anxieties to Devan about powerlifting again after 9 months off. I told him I stopped lifting after struggling with my mental health and injuring my hip. I also told him that I was stubborn and struggled with trusting a coach and the process due to negative experiences in the past. Devan immediately put my anxieties at ease by actively listening to me and making me feel heard. Devan always made sure that I felt comfortable communicating with him about my lifts. From the start I could tell that Devan placed great value on communication and trust. Devan is always there to help me cope with my fears and anxieties about lifting as well as life in general. Something that causes me a lot of anxiety is changing my form however, Devan is a great communicator and always provides a thorough rationale to why I should do something. For example, I was very stubborn about Devan changing my bench set up. He wanted for me to remove my belt which I had absolute no interest in doing and was extremely against it. However, rather than being agitated or say "because I said so", Devan took his time to inform me of the benefits of removing my belt. By doing this along with some other form changes I have added about 40 lbs to my bench in 6 months!! As time progressed I now trust Devan as my coach completely and if I ever feel anxious about something, he is always there to listen and provide ways to help cope.

    Abby Boissy

  • I stumbled upon a few videos Devan made for the Triumph Strength & Performance YouTube channel—one was a case study, and another detailed how he designed a new client’s first training block. From the moment I watched them, it was clear that Devan leaves no stone unturned in his commitment to helping clients achieve their goals. His thoroughness and dedication truly set him apart. Devan’s communication skills are outstanding—an essential trait for an online coach. He always responds promptly and within a reasonable time frame, but more importantly, his messages are clear, concise, and thoughtfully crafted. His ability to communicate effectively makes a huge difference in the coaching experience. I wholeheartedly recommend Devan to anyone seeking a top-notch coach. His dedication to continually improving his expertise is impressive, and he always seems to have the perfect solution for any muscle or joint issue I face, or when a lift stalls. What stands out most is the trust I have in him - I know he will help me become my strongest self. Devan's skills and commitment inspire complete confidence.

    Andrew Raczka

  • Devan is extremely organized when it comes to programming, block overviews, and all aspects of coaching so there is basically never any confusion. He is also really good at communicating and understanding his athletes needs. I was initially interested in working with Devan because I heard about him through some friends, and the more I looked into his coaching on social media, I could tell that he was very passionate about coach and built a great community of athletes that I was interested in being a part of. I am so proud to be a part of Devan’s roster and he is by far setting a high standard for what a powerlifting coach is/should be.

    Caelan Langley

  • WHAT MAKES DEVAN DIFFERENT IS THE FACT THAT I BELIEVE HE CARES ABOUT THE PROGRESS OF HIS CLIENTS AS MUCH OR MORE THAN HIS OWN PROGRESS AS AN ATHLETE. HE IS FULLY INVESTED IN WHAT HE DOES AND YOU CAN SEE THE PASSION THROUGH HIS WORK WHETHER IT BE THROUGH PROGRAMMING, COMMUNICATION, HANDLING, OR ENCOURAGEMENT ... DEVAN EXCELS IN COMMUNICATION. WHETHER IT BE YOU HAVE A QUESTION, ARE ANXIOUS ABOUT A LIFT, OR HAVE A CONCERN. HE WILL ALWAYS ENSURE THAT YOU KNOW WHAT IS GOING ON AND WILL EXPLAIN THE RESEONING BEHIND SOMETHING OCCURRING ... DEVAN GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND IN HIS COACHING AND COMMUNICATION, APPRECIATE EVERYTHING HE DOES!

    Sophia Fortin

  • Devan's attention to individuals is unmatched. Devan is the 3rd coach I work with and I've never experienced the same level of attention to my programming, technique, and even the daily life stuff. This makes me feel like I can trust Devan with my whole training as I know he has my best interest at heart. Devan also excels in recognizing trends in training and making adjustments to program when necessary. More than once Devan has worked with me to identify how to make my primary day show up strong by incorporating past trends and it works almost everytime. For example, I don't have good deadlift leverage so usually it makes sense to space out the 2 deadlift days - however, we realized from past trainings that having only 1 day of rest between deadlift days made me show up strongest, so Devan went ahead and applied that to my program, which resulted in almost exponential progress.

    Minh Vu

  • The difference between Devan and many other coaches in the industry is his level of communication and training knowledge. He always responds to me promptly whenever I message him even when it’s almost every day. He also is very knowledgeable about programming and he’s constantly learning more, he puts this to use in all his clients programs to fit their specific needs ... he is one of the best coaches in the area and for the price he charges I don’t think many coaches can compete with his services.

    Walter Richardson