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Kristen Gostomski, CFSC
B.S. Health and Sports Science
Hi there! My name is Kristen. I'm a Strength Coach and Movement Specialist. I work with people of all ages and levels for sports and for life!
My interest in sports science and functional movement began while in high school, after a serious knee injury sidelined me.
For more than two decades I have studied the science of sports performance and have learned from and collaborated with some of the most trusted strength coaches and sports physical therapists in the industry.
Preparing your body properly for sports is like buckling up in a car. It's not a foolproof way to avoid injury, but being prepared lessens the risks and can decrease the severity if there is an injury.
Kristen's Degrees and Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree from University of Iowa in Sports and Health Studies
Certified Functional Strength Coach (CFSC)
High School Strength & Conditioning Specialist Certification from the International Youth Conditioning Association
Graduate of The Institute for Integrative Nutrition
Former Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA), Kristen allowed this certification to expire while focusing on research and writing. While still an active member of the NSCA, rather than recertify, Kristen has chosen to expand her knowledge by continuing her education specifically in functional and youth sports performance.
Kristen's Experience
(1998) Strength & Conditioning Coach for Olympic Sports Internship under Head Coach Bill Maxwell: University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
(1998—2000) Personal Training Director: New Life Fitness World, Coralville, IA
(2000—2003) Director of Sports Performance: Fitness World West, Des Moines, IA
(2003—2015) Owner & Founder: Team Fitness, Gemini Personal Training, and R Studio
(2015—present) Owner & Founder: Youth Sports Trainer
Kristen's Additional Coursework
Long Term Athletic Development: The Lifelong Roadmap (International Youth Conditioning Association)
Sturdy Shoulder Solutions: with world renowned baseball sports performance coach Eric Cressey
Functional Strength Coach 7: with Michael Boyle (known internationally for his pioneering work in the field of Strength & Conditioning)
Olympic Lift Course: (International Youth Conditioning Association)
Resources for Parents, Athletes, and Coaches
Exercise Library
Learn functional exercises for Improved Performance and Injury Prevention.
Sports Nutrition
Learn what athletes should eat to fuel their bodies and improve performance on game-day.
The Colossal Importance of Free Play
Learn why less free play plus more structured training, a current trend, negatively impacts the long-term development of young athletes.
The Risks of Early Sports Specialization
Learn why early sports specialization equates to overuse injuries, burnout, and a decline in athleticism.
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