Barbell-based training rooted in science, experience, and results.
Strength for life. Forged by Grit with Iron.
Barbell-based training rooted in science, experience, and results.
Barbell-based training rooted in science, experience, and results.
Barbell-based training rooted in science, experience, and results.
PittStop Strength offers online strength coaching for lifters at every level.
Whether you're just getting started or pushing toward new PRs, Amanda Sheppard brings over a decade of coaching experience to help you get strong — and stay strong.
Her coaching is grounded in experience, backed by science, and built to adapt as you progress — not keep you stuck in a one-size-fits-all plan.
Coaching that evolves with you.
With PittStop Strength, Amanda delivers weekly programming tailored to your goals, schedule, and lifting history. You’ll record your key sets — typically your heaviest — and receive personal feedback, screencast form reviews, and real-time adjustments.
This isn’t a static program. It’s guidance after every lifting session — not once a month — so you know when to push, when to pull back, and where to focus next.
Serving clients nationwide. In-person form checks available in the Chicago area.
Remote strength coaching tailored to your goals—with expert guidance every step of the way.
Whether you're new to strength training or ready to level up, Amanda Sheppard brings over a decade of experience to your program. Training is customized, goal-driven, and built to deliver lasting strength.
Available Nationwide
Amanda works with clients around the country via her coaching platform. All communication is streamlined and efficient so you stay focused on training.
In-Person Options (Chicago area)
In-home form checks or personal training sessions may be available in the Chicago area while Amanda establishes her new base. Space is limited.
Grit and Iron Strength & Conditioning
Grit & Iron will be Amanda's eventual in-person training space—a place for serious lifters and newcomers alike. Though still in the planning stages, the same high standards and barbell-based focus will drive the gym just as they do her online work.
Grit & Iron is part of Amanda’s long-term vision, but right now, she’s focused on delivering results through PittStop Strength.
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