The Strength Squad Cairns

Originally from NZ, Wes brings to The Strength Squad a wealth of knowledge after completing his Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science in 2012 as well as Certificate 3 and 4 in Fitness.He is one of the most sought after trainers in Cairns because of his love of correcting technique and his ability to make all his clients stronger. He is great with dealing with injuries or other health conditions and enjoys the rehab side of the training too.Wes has competed in Powerlifting (has a massive 312.5kg squat and deadlift), Bodybuilding (gold medals), Crossfit and has played hockey at an elite level.Wes's specialities are:- Powerlifting, Olympic Lifting and Strength & Conditioning-Training & Nutrition for weight loss or weight gain-Rehab/Prehab - 1 on 1 or small group sessions- Designing training programs suited to the individualMobile: 0434 049 520

Brooke began her career in the fitness industry in 2007 when she studied her Certificate 3 and 4 in Fitness in Alicante in Spain at the Australian Institute of Fitness. When she arrived back to Australia she begun working as a Personal Trainer and  Group Fitness Instructor and taught many Les Mills and Dance Fitness classes. Over the past 5 year Brooke has put her focus into Powerlifting and she looks forward to sharing her passion of strength training with others.Brooke is currently studying a Diploma in Nutrition and will be fully qualified by mid year 2021. If you need any help with meal plans or macro based nutrition, she would love to help.Brooke's best lifts to date are:Squat 210kgsBench 112.5kgsDeadlift 192.5kgsBrooke's specialities are:-Powerlifting and Strength Training- Weight Loss- 1 on 1 and small group sessions- Nutritional guidanceMobile: 0407 372 531

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Do yourself a favour and invest in a great coach like Wes. I've trained with previous coaches but Wes's knowledge and passion is unmatched. I've beem training with Wes for 1 year now and I am happy to say that my strength, physique and confidence have hugely improved. 

A whole lot more than Personal Trainers. Have caught the big of the 3 big compound lifts and training a program for strength. I get expert coaching on technique and holistic considerations needed to achieve my goals. Knowing that both Wes and Brooke are out there competing and training hard themselves, makes all the extra insight invaluable and greatly appreciated.

I approached Wes roughly 4 months ago to get assistance to learn how to squat and deadlift.  After a bout of severe illness and many injuries I wanted to learn how to move properly, without pain. Having been a competitive bodybuilder,  I know training, coaching and healthy habits that a PT should have. And finding Wes and Brooke I am thoroughly impressed with their professionalism, knowledge, support, abilities and motivation. The way Wes is able to watch how your body moves, adjusts angles and gives the technical cues is some of the best I have seen. From our first session onwards I've begun to learn how my body should move and the feeling is amazing! Can't thank both of them enough for their support and guidance to getting me not only back on track but kicking goals. 

The best fun workouts I've ever had in the gym. Brooke has helped me challenge myself in many ways and is so so encouraging. I have never felt so good an confidence about myself when I'm at the gym with her!

I have admired Brooke as an athlete for many years. When I saw that I had the opportunity to be trained by her I was so excited! There aren't many PTs who are actively participating competetively in the sport they are also training people in. It is so inspiring to train with someone who you can see competing in tournaments! It makes you want to train harder to reach her level. Brooke is also patient, honest and caring. She wants the best for her clients and I wouldn't want any other trainer. Seriously - she is the best!

Finding Brooke has been the best thing to ever happen to my training. I used to find strength gyms very intimidating and avoiding the weights area of my gym. Brooke's helped me so much with my confidence, mindset and training (I never used to deadlift). I now look forward to each of my PT sessions, mainly because we laugh so much!

I came in to see Brooke 9 months ago with no experience whatsoever in anything to do with lifting weights. I didn't have any major goals, but I loved walking out of there feeling strong and dedicated to learning everything I could. I remember feeling in touch with my body and amazed at the things it could do for me. From the very first session I knew I was going to be around for the long haul. Fast forward to now, I have competed in my first powerlifting competition placing second. I have another competition coming up in 9 weeks. I've fallen in love with the sport and the process. I have found the utmost amazing support system in people that have the same goals and I've never felt happier. I want to say a massive thankyou to Brooke and Wes at The Strength Squad for supporting and believing in me every step of the way. You've gone above and beyond and I cannot thank you enough. The Strength Squad is a local Cairns business that provides one-on-one personal training for clients with all different goals and needs. Brooke and Wes practice what they preach and are smashing their own goals alongside us. Their presence has created an amazing little community of powerlifters that I'm proud to be a part of.

I am in my second week of personal training with Brooke and love it. As a practitioner working in this area from developing the right mental mindset - I needed help myself with my nutrition and workout technique at the physical level. Brooke has educated me on what macros are all about and how important it is to get the balance of carbs proteins and fat intake right. And exactly how often and how long and what weight training I should be doing so I can achieve my fitness goals. She listens to you and is very encouraging. I am over 55 and age is no barrier with Brooke training many older clients with absolute success. Brooke simplifies the very complex and overwhelming world of weight loss and nutrition and gets it right for you. I am already seeing results with shaping up and becoming leaner and stronger. Thank you Brooke