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Gus's Barbell Club Illustration of the Gus's Barbell Club mascot, Griff the Griffon, holding a barbell on its back.

Join Gus's Barbell Club in Louisville, KY. Get strong with private coaching. Stay healthy and energized with nutrition accountability. Reach your goals faster with our help.

Starting Strength: The Key to Optimal Results

As a method designed to promote rapid strength gains and overall fitness improvement, Starting Strength will help you achieve the best results possible. Whether new to strength training or an experienced lifter, this proven method can help you break through plateaus and reach new personal records.

Member Testimonial: Tyler
"Quite honestly, I've loved it."

Tyler trains the deadlift at Gus's Barbell Club Tyler trains the deadlift at Gus's Barbell Club.

Train in a Private Gym

Gus's barbell training gym in Louisville, KY is outfitted with all the essentials to get strong and fit. The tools you need, personal coaching, and no distractions. A place to get the work done then live your life your way, but stronger.

1235 E. Oak Street

Louisville, KY 40204

Member Testimonial: Tracy
"I can pick up my grandbabies -- both of them!"

Free Consultation

Take the first step! Gus will help you figure out the best program for you with a free "no sweat" intro.

Training Process

1. Your Free "No-Sweat" Intro

Gus will show you around the barbell club, discuss your goals, and offer guidance on what to look for in a training program. No sweating on day one!

2. Start Where You Are

No experience is necessary! Barbells can be loaded to meet the needs of the Olympian or her grandmother. Our nutrition program focuses on habits and accountability, not strict dieting or BMI.

3. Learn the Lifts

Our personal training uses the Starting Strength method to train the Squat, Press, Deadlift, Bench Press, and Power Clean. Gus will teach you how to safely and effectively perform each of these lifts.

4. Stick to the Program

With private coaching you'll know what to do the moment you enter the gym. Gus's programming will be tailored to fit your life and goals. The core of everyone's program will be strength, then customized over time.

5. Track Your Results

You won't need to believe you're stronger: you'll have evidence in your own training journal. Your specific goals will be re-measured periodically to ensure you're on track for the results you want.

Coach Alex "Gus" Gustafson

Rip looks approvingly as Gus deadlifts at the Wichita Falls Athletic Club
Rip coaches Gus during the Starting Strength Seminar.

Gus is an aspiring Starting Strength coach in Louisville, KY. He is a husband, father, and a chess patzer.

Certificates

  • Red Cross certified in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
  • CrossFit Level One Trainer
  • CrossFit: Lesson Planning, Programming, Scaling, Spot the Flaw

Seminars and Camps Attended

  • Starting Strength Seminar
  • Squat and Deadlift Camp (Starting Strength Indianapolis)
  • Press and Bench Press Camp (Starting Strength Indianapolis)
  • OptimizeMe Nutrition: Nutrition Essentials Masterclass

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