Meet the Stivers Strength Coaching Team
Experienced strength coaches helping adults train safely, build confidence, and stay strong for life.Here to Help You Reach Your Goals
Coaching Built Around You
Our coaches provide personal training and small-group strength coaching for adults of all ages in Lexington, Kentucky. We help beginners, experienced lifters, and people returning after time away learn proper technique and progress at a pace that fits their abilities.
Every program is adjusted to your experience, goals, injuries, and limitations. You will receive clear instruction, thoughtful progressions, and consistent support from coaches who want you to become stronger and more confident.
Nathan Stivers
Coach / Owner
Nathan Stivers is the owner and founder of Stivers Strength gym in Lexington, Ky where he resides with his beautiful wife and three lovely daughters.
He’s been lifting weights for over 25 years since he first witnessed his father training in their family garage.
Physical training has always played a huge role in his life and he’s competed in multiple sports including powerlifting, strongman, wrestling, jiu jitsu, and more.
After completing his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science at Georgetown College in 2008 he began working as a personal trainer to people from all walks of life.
In 2012 he opened Stivers Strength Gym and his mission is to help people build strong, resilient, healthy bodies that will allow them to live the highest quality of life possible.
He is particularly interested in helping people over 50 maintain muscle and bone density & using physical training to achieve sound mental health in our modern world.
If you’re interested in getting help with your physical training, lifestyle and nutrition he would love to speak with you. Nathan provides personal training and small-group strength coaching for adults at Stivers Strength in Lexington, Kentucky.
Kaitlin Salkeld
Head Coach/ Gym Manager
Kaitlin Salkeld is a passionate fitness enthusiast and a dedicated professional with a strong background in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology.
After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology – Exercise Science from the University of Kentucky, Kaitlin pursued her Master of Science with the University of Florida to further enhance her knowledge in the profession.
As a National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Nutrition Coach, she thrives on motivating others to achieve their fitness goals, always pushing them to conquer that one extra rep.
Her commitment to both training and nutrition helps her clients achieve the best version of themselves to reach their potential, one step at a time.
Kaitlin provides personal training, small-group strength coaching, and nutrition coaching for adults at Stivers Strength in Lexington, Kentucky.
Find the Right Coaching Option
Meet with a Stivers Strength coach to discuss your goals, experience, and the training option that fits you best.