Uncommon Strength

Working with Dylan for over a year has completely changed my philosophy regarding training, nutrition, and sleep. From the very beginning, Dylan encouraged and instilled healthy habits into my daily routines that I expect to continue for the rest of my life.

Dylan’s personalized coaching approach is second to none. He truly takes the time to strategize and implement fitness protocols that work for you specifically. He is quick to make adjustments when necessary, and always putting himself in the clients’ shoes. He genuinely cares and invests his time and effort wholeheartedly to guarantee his clients’ success.

Dylan has an eye for movement and attention to detail that he has cultivated over years of honing his craft. He picks up on deviations in technique that could have easily gone unnoticed, and draws your attention to them before making actionable suggestions and giving cues to improve shortcomings.

Most importantly, Dylan tells you what you need to hear as opposed to what you want to hear. His positive mindset is infectious, and he will be in your corner to dispel all the self-doubt that you possess. Meeting Dylan at the time I did changed my life for the better, and I would recommend him to anyone interested in prioritizing their health in the long term.

Working with Dylan has been a life changing experience. Within just three months under his guidance, I've seen remarkable progress not just in my physical strength but in my overall approach to fitness. Dylan's method is not the typical trainer-client relationship; it's a tailored program meticulously crafted to align with individual goals, emphasizing building muscle, mobility, and good technique. His deep understanding of fitness and physiology allows him to tailor workouts that yield visible improvements, particularly noticeable in my core and key lifts like bench presses, squats, and deadlifts.

What sets Dylan apart is his unparalleled ability as a teacher. His communication skills are exceptional, making complex training concepts accessible and actionable. Dylan's commitment to education extends beyond an exercise program ; he analyzes into the why and how of each movement, ensuring that I grasp the technique and purpose behind every exercise. This educational approach has empowered me with knowledge and confidence, enabling me to execute exercises with precision and to understand their impact on my body.

Choosing Dylan as a coach has been the best investment in my health and fitness journey. His dedication to my progress, combined with his skill in breaking down fitness techniques, has not only improved my physical health but has also instilled a deeper understanding and appreciation for the science of fitness. For anyone serious about making lasting changes to their physique and strength, Dylan is the epitome of an excellent teacher and coach. Your future self will thank you for making this choice.

I have been training with dylan for a few months and it has been incredibly productive. Dylan is very detail oriented and professional. He is CLEAR with his communication and you will receive feedback that you can take direct action on- one step at a time. He is specific and will take the time to go over the details with you so you can learn and internalize the information. With this program I have been able to learn what, why, and how without feeling overwhelmed even as a person who is new to fitness. Another thing is that Dylan is just a very good guy- it's obvious when you meet him that he is an honest person who loves what he does. What you see is what you get- no games, just hard work!

Dylan is an amazing strength coach and personal friend who has overseen my growth for more than three years now. Whether it’s general questions about your lifting program or nerding out about various topics he is always down for a conversation. His instructions and critiques are easy to follow and his workout schedules are entirely effective.

I came to Dylan because I wasn’t doing my own workouts and I wanted to gain muscle. Dylan has kept on me consistently and pushed me to get better at my lifts. I’m not skipping as many workouts anymore and gained some of the definition I was looking to achieve.

I signed up for both 1:1 and meet day coaching with Dylan.
While it’s ideal to have in-person coaching, I constantly received detailed, constructive feedback when sending videos of my lifts to him.
Whether I was coached in person or virtually, Dylan aimed to make sure everything moved properly, and my lifts have felt better (read: pain-free) because he hones in on technique.
I am very excited to compete for my first time in two days, and it’s comforting knowing he will be there to coach me.

Have a session with him. You’ll learn a lot :)

EDIT (12/18/18):
I competed at the USAPL Holiday Havoc on 12/15 with Dylan as my game day coach again. He and Lyndsey did a great job of making sure my warm ups went smoothly and adjusted rest times accordingly when the morning break time between bench and deadlift got extended unexpectedly. I didn’t have to think about anything except executing my attempts, which is a huge burden taken off one’s shoulders during a powerlifting competition. If you want a smooth game day, Big Three Strength has you covered! 👍

For over 35 years I have worked hard at staying strong. Now after working with Dylan for over a year, I know how big of difference working smart and hard can make. Dylan developed a training plan for me that is tailored to my goals. Each part of the plan is purposefully developed to ensure maximum gains. Through the combination of in-person sessions and virtual coaching, Dylan has also helped me learn the proper form for all of my lifts. Dylan is always available to provide feedback on lift technique or make adjustments in my training plan when needed. If you are motivated and looking to get stronger, you won’t go wrong with Dylan.

I have been training with Dylan since Since April 2017. I initially was only looking for someone that could coach me through a peak before my first meet... 9 months later I'm honored to still call him coach. As other reviewers have stated, Dylan is not only incredibly knowledgeable, but he is by far one of the most eloquent people I know. It's one thing to know how to train and lift, it's another thing to explain and teach. Dylan is an excellent teacher and is able to convey the intricacies of lifting technique in an easily digestible and clear way. I cannot overemphasize how essential this has been to my success since training with Dylan.

Dylan encourages his lifters to take ownership of their training and progress. He has shared with me resources that have broadened my own knowledge in training. While he may not write my programming forever, I will forever rely on him for guidance. If you're looking for someone to help you get to higher level in training, reach out to him. You won't regret it.

I've been working with Dylan for about six weeks now, after approximately 2 years of lifting on my own, and I can't recommend him highly enough. If you're thinking about hiring a coach, don't hesitate to reach out to Dylan. Dylan provides excellent programming, and is extremely knowledgeable about technique. But more than that, Dylan is unbelievably responsive with feedback and questions, and it is apparent that he prioritizes that. Knowing that Dylan is putting 100% into his coaching and making himself available to his lifters leads me to strive to give 100% to my sessions as well, and I look forward to continuing to improve on the technique, strength, and mindset gains I've already made in such a short time.

I had lifted for about 5-6 years before beginning coaching with Dylan, but I've noticed more progress in the four months I've been with him than in the previous 2-3 years. My form and strength for multiple lifts have really improved, and the personalized training plans are great. Any time I need to reach out to Dylan he gets back to me quickly. In person, he has an excellent balance of being friendly but still challenging me. Dylan's a great choice for anyone looking to get stronger no matter the place or skill level from which they're beginning.

I've been working with Dylan for almost an year now and I've got to say it's been one of the best decisions I've ever made. I've had coaches before, but man Dylan is on a whole another level. He's brought up all of my lifts, fixed technique issues I didn't even know I had, and guided me through my first powerlifting meet. If you're looking for someone to tell you how strong you are or how fast you can move weight, Dylan is not the coach for you. If you're looking for someone to break down every technical aspect of your lifts, constantly make you work to improve on form, and put you in the most optimal position to improve, then Dylan is your guy. He works relentlessly to address problems and capitalize on strengths. His feedback is always prompt and insightful. Whether you're an advanced lifter or a beginner looking to get in shape, you can't go wrong with Dylan.

I received coaching from Dylan for about two years, utilizing both his in person and virtual coaching. Dylan's down to earth, no nonsense coaching is the real deal. He expects his clients to practice like they play, and this attitude towards training pays dividends on meet day. Dylan's game day coaching is also top notch, unsurprisingly since he has extensive experience both competing himself and handling lifters.
His programming is extremely effective, as is evidenced by the fact that when I started training with him, I couldn't even squat 95#, and squatted 342# at my last meet. Dylan's attention to detail in his client's form is exceptional, and his analysis of form and cues are very helpful. He is extremely timely with his responses to lifting videos and questions.
My last meet prep, I was unable to train with Dylan in person due to living far away from his gym. however, he had equipped me so well up to that point that I was able to really grow as a lifter during this meet prep on my own, while also knowing he was only a text message away when I had questions or needed video critiques. I would highly recommend Dylan's training to all powerlifters, and anyone who wants to get strong. Put in the work, and you will absolutely reap the benefits of his training.

I've been working with Dylan for 4 months now. I came to him for strength training specifically for off-season gains for baseball and have also sought his advice on nutrition. From our first meeting I have been impressed with Dylan's knowledge of the craft and attention to detail. I have gained better technique and improved my strength in each of the big three lifts and have seen positive gains in muscle mass and applied strength. I am really impressed with how Dylan sets up and delivers my workout plans. They are always top notch and in-line with my goals. He monitors my progress from workout to workout. He is responsive to my feedback and is always there when I have questions. In addition to all of that he is extremely personable and approachable. Overall, I would highly recommend Dylan for anyone looking for a powerlifting coach.

I've been working with Dylan for roughly a year and a half. Under his incredibly thorough and individualized programming, I've not only gotten stronger, but I'm no longer in constant tendon pain. He has also changed my mindset about strength training, longevity, and injury prevention. Most importantly, he is patient, which is really great if you are not naturally "athletic". I'd recommend Dylan to anyone looking to improve their form or prevent/improve injuries.

Working with Dylan at Big Three Strength has be absolutely AMAZING. Dylan is one of the hardest working coaches in the business - he genuinely cares about all of his clients, is incredibly responsive, and programming is challenging yet personalized to fit each lifter. He is constantly studying new techniques and methodology and is a wealth of knowledge on a variety of topics. I consider Dylan a coach, a friend, and a mentor - he talks the talk and walks the walk as an accomplished lifter himself. In the 1.5 years I've worked with Dylan, he's brought me to the next level; helping me increase my totals, increase technical ability, and also helping me drop 30lbs+ in 5 months. Did I mention this progress helped me get a Prime Time slot for USAPL Raw nats this year? If you are serious and willing to work hard to get stronger, Dylan is 100% your man!

I have had the pleasure of knowing Dylan for the past 6 years. I have been a colleague, fellow lifter, and athlete under his guidance during that time, so I believe I can attest to his quality as a coach with much detail.
Dylan’s ability to coach if of the highest quality. He approaches his job with a high degree of professionalism, while making his lifters feel comfortable and cared for. He takes his job very seriously and along with that comes his detail oriented approach to giving his lifters the feedback they need (not the feed back they want to hear). While I have seen most “coaches/trainers” give disingenuous and, to be honest, glib feedback (i.e. “great job”, “looking strong”, etc), Dylan is not afraid to feed his athletes the advice they need to improve as lifters. If you are going to pay for a coach you should have honest feedback.

Dylan also has been an awesome game day coach when it comes to meet day. I have had him in my corner at local, national, and international level meets, and I can always trust that he can make the right calls on my behalf. Dylan has experience with handling high caliber lifters as well as pure beginners. No matter what your skill level is, Dylan goes above and beyond the call of duty to make sure you have a productive and successful meet.

Dylan himself is also a coach that walks and walk. He’s an experienced lifter that knows what its like to be in a lifters shoes.

To wrap things up Dylan is a top-quality coach. He takes pride in his lifters and derives as much, if not more, satisfaction from seeing his lifters succeed, as they would themselves. If you are looking for a coach that will deliver in the departments for programming, coaching, and meet day handling, look no further.

I hired Dylan with the intention of working with him for several months to dial in my technique and prep for my first powerlifting meet. After an initial in-person session, which was highly productive, I knew that I wanted to work with Dylan for a lot longer than a single meet prep. Dylan's attention to detail, patience, and coaching abilities are second to none. Over the last 6 months Dylan has completely rebuilt all of my lifts, while at the same time getting me a lot stronger, teaching me about powerlifting, and providing customized monthly programming and nutrition guidance.

I've worked with Dylan in-person and virtually. In-person sessions cannot be fully replicated with virtual coaching, but Dylan gets pretty damn close. He provides timely and concise feedback on every video I send, and knows exactly what cues I need. Dylan has taken the guess work out of training for me, and he takes it a step further than a lot of coaches by actually explaining his programming choices.

I would recommend Dylan to any lifter looking for a world-class coach.

I have been working with Dylan for around 4 Years now, He is an amazing trainer/ coach. Dylan keeps you accountable both inside and outside the gym when it comes to training and nutrition. Dylan is very big on technique when it comes to lifting, I have never once had an injury while training with him. Many times it is hard to find a good trainer that you can trust, but when you train with Dylan you always feel well taken care of, he always puts the needs of his clients first. If you live in the Manassas area or want virtual training/ programming be sure to check him out! You won’t be disappointed!

Dylan is an excellent coach who really puts his clients first. He asks what your goals are and will work with you to get there. Before working with Dylan, I had no idea how to lift weights. He has taught me so much and even encouraged me to start competing in powerlifting. I was hesitant at first because I didn’t think I was strong enough, but he was a phenomenal handler and made me feel confident on the platform. Outside of the gym, he has helped me with my nutrition so that I can reach my goals. I highly recommend Dylan as a trainer for anyone who wants to learn the most efficient lifting techniques.

Dylan has excellent attention to detail, whether it is through in-person coaching or online coaching. One of the first things that surprised me about him was his ability to pick up on the lesser known or less commonly considered challenges in improving technique. He's a lot of fun to work with and gives excellent feedback. He is direct and does not beat around the bush, which is very much appreciated. Dylan is extremely knowledgeable and tries to be as flexible as possible with his scheduling. He provides a quick feedback turnaround, but does not sacrifice quality. He places an extreme amount of emphasis on technique and body movement. I have never had a powerlifting coach before, but I very much appreciate and highly recommend Dylan. I will say that a concern of mine, when I was originally looking for a coach, was being a female in a male-dominated sport. Dylan is absolutely fantastic though, he has never once pointed out gender-specific challenges or adjustments. An athlete is an athlete in his eyes, and he wants to help us all reach our goals, if not surpass them.