Coach Aaron Thomas, MA, CSCS • Stronger by Science

Coach Aaron Thomas

MA, CSCS

Aaron has a Master’s in Sports Performance and Coaching and has worked with NFL players, CFL players, collegiate athletes, and lifters and physique athletes. He’s been a personal trainer and performance coach for 8+ years and has been training clients online for 5 years.

About Aaron

I’ve had a passion for fitness as long as I can remember. I’ve competed at high levels in multiple sports and have always wanted to find an edge. After much research and training, I’ve realized how pivotal of a role sports science can play in performance. I began to take a scientific approach with my nutrition and training and had great results. I then decided to earn my masters in sport performance to further my knowledge. Now, I enjoy using this knowledge of sport science and nutrition to positively affect others. I enjoy helping people reach their goals and giving them the knowledge that they need for long term success.

Coaching Experience

Division I strength and conditioning coach for 4 years, earning 4 conference championships.
Personal trainer and performance coach for a total of 7 years.
3 years experience training clients online.
Worked with more than 250 NFL players, 50+ CFL players, hundreds of collegiate athletes (Baseball, Basketball, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball).

Education and Certifications

Bachelors of Science, Exercise Science
Masters of Arts, Sports Performance and Coaching
NSCA CSCS

What to expect

Nutrition and/or training programming based upon your responses to the initial questionnaire.
Conversation with Aaron to go over the initial framework so it makes sense and any pertinent questions can be posed.
Discuss expectations and make sure client understands templates.

Training programming

Tailored to the individual based on goals, training age, and training history.
Each training program also takes an individual’s weaknesses (whether they be strength-based or physique-based) into account.
Individual’s daily schedule is take into account in order to determine how many times per week the client should train.

Nutrition programming

Individualized based on clients’ specific goals and training needs.
Each nutrition program is written in order to maximize performance and physique goals.
Client will be given a large list of food options as examples and a specific set of macros for each meal.
Meal plans are made to take into account the client’s specific schedule (waking, working, training, and sleeping).

What Aaron's clients say:

“Weighed in a 120.2 yesterday. This has been my goal weight since I started this journey. Wanted to take a minute to brag on Aaron Thomas for writing my nutrition and training program. Dropping 14 pounds and not only maintaining but improving strength is not an easy task and we’ve managed to do both. No fancy tricks, drinks, or quick fixes, just methodical, steady, healthy loss and smart training. Working with Aaron has given me invaluable tools that will serve me well beyond my powerlifting career and that is the biggest win! Plus that whole being 32, having two children and abs isn’t so bad either.” (Note: Jennifer went on to set a PR total of +30 pounds at a lower weight class (114) and took the #2 spot overall for her weight class with a 370 squat (wraps), 200 bench, and 375 deadlift for a 940 total.)

“Today is a happy day. I hit a milestone for me and repped 165×3. I failed this multiple times a few weeks ago and was beyond frustrated. My trainer kept telling me to trust the process so I tried to keep my mind in the right place. Thanks Aaron Thomas for sticking it out with me.” (Note: Karen recently PRed with a 385lb squat, 185 paused bench, and 400 deadlift.)

There are three easy steps for getting started with an SBS coach.

1. Fill out the short application form.

We’ll ask you about your goals and training history. The application contains about 20 questions.

2. We’ll match you with a coach.

The SBS coaching team will review your application, and you’ll be matched with the perfect coach to support your goals.

3. Your new coach will contact you.

Your new coach will contact you promptly to answer any questions, finalize the process, and get started with your programming.