Injury Resilience/Performance/ Lift Form Review | Strength Training | Programming & Coaching | Consulting
Are you looking to maximize your strength, improve your technique, or break through frustrating plateaus?Whether you’re a competitive powerlifter, strength athlete, coach, or everyday lifter, expert guidance can make all the difference in reaching your goals.
A Virtual Strength & Lifting Consultation with Brian Carroll offers a highly personalized and science-backed approach to refining your lifts, optimizing your training, and preventing injuries.
Unlike generic training programs, this one-on-one consultation includes:
✔️ Comprehensive movement and technique analysis to address weaknesses and inefficiencies
✔️ Customized programming advice to match your goals, experience level, and recovery needs
✔️ Injury prevention strategies to keep you lifting safely for years to come
✔️ A scheduled virtual consultation with real-time feedback and actionable insights
Whether you want to fine-tune your squat, bench, or deadlift mechanics, troubleshoot common sticking points, or build a long-term plan for success, this consultation provides expert guidance tailored specifically to you.
Who Is This For?
A Virtual Strength & Lifting Consultation is ideal for:
🔹 Powerlifters & Strength Athletes looking to improve their squat, bench, and deadlift mechanics
🔹 Coaches & Trainers who want expert insights into programming and technique adjustments
🔹 Lifters Struggling with Plateaus who need specific feedback on weak points
🔹 Athletes Needing a Smarter Approach to Strength Training & Longevity
🔹 Those Navigating Weight Class Changes who want safe and effective cutting strategies
Whether you want to get stronger, compete, or simply train smarter, Brian’s expertise helps cut through the confusion and fast-track your success.
Why Work with Brian?
✔️ Over 25 years of experience in competitive lifting and coaching
✔️ World-class powerlifter with multiple all-time records
✔️ Author of 10/20/Life, Gift of Injury, and Cutting Weight
✔️ Coached dozens of champions at all levels, from local meets to world-stage competitions
✔️ Provides consulting to professional sports teams, strength coaches, and individual athletes
✔️ Specializes in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and longevity-focused strength training
✔️ Client Testimonials showcasing success stories
Consultant for Elite Athletes & Teams
🔹 Consults for NFL, NHL, and UFC athletes, providing expert strength training, injury prevention, and performance optimization strategies.
🔹 Works with professional strength coaches to refine lifting techniques, improve movement efficiency, and enhance durability for high-impact sports.
🔹 Provides guidance for combat athletes and contact sports professionals, helping them develop strength without increasing injury risk.
Competitive Achievements & Coaching Experience
🔹 Elite Powerlifting Career: Over 20 years competing at the highest levels, including multiple 2700+ lb totals and breaking all-time world records.
🔹 Only lifter in history to both squat 1200 lbs and coach another lifter to a 1200 lb squat in the same meet—a testament to both his athletic ability and coaching expertise.
🔹 Expert Coach: Coached multiple 2000+ lb raw total lifters under 242 lbs, 2700 lb equipped lifters, and countless 2500+ lb totals.
🔹 Notable Client Success: Helped Daniel Dalenberg grow from a 1500 lb total in 2010 to over 2000 lbs raw in 2014 and 2400 lbs equipped in 2017.
🔹 Professional Team Consulting: Provides strength coaching, movement analysis, and injury prevention strategies to professional sports teams and high-level strength coaches.
🔹 Academic & Industry Leader: Co-author of Gift of Injury with Dr. Stuart McGill, influencing the scientific understanding of back injury rehabilitation.
Brian’s in-the-trenches experience, combined with years of learning from mistakes and refining his methods, gives him a unique ability to provide real-world coaching insights that few can match.
Coaching Services Available
1️⃣ Lifting Technique & Program Adherence Coaching
✔️ Live lift and exercise coaching to refine technique and form (real-time critiques or video review)
✔️ Program adherence and accountability coaching to keep you on track
2️⃣ Nutrition & Weight Cut Coaching
✔️ Nutrition & Supplementation Coaching & Guidance (10 or 20 weeks)
✔️ Weight Cut Navigation for Competition (Final 2 weeks of guidance)
✔️ Nutrition & Supplementation Coaching & Weight Cut Navigation for Competition (10 or 20 weeks)
3️⃣ Strength Training Programming & Coaching
✔️ Offseason PowerBuilding Programming & Coaching with Diet & Supplementation Guidance (10 or 20 weeks)
✔️ Offseason Powerlifting Programming & Coaching (10 or 20 weeks)
✔️ Pre-Contest/Peaking Powerlifting Programming & Coaching (10 weeks)
✔️ Offseason & Pre-Contest Powerlifting Programming & Coaching (20 weeks)
Brian’s Recommendations
1️⃣ Read 10/20/Life Before Your Consultation – This book outlines Brian’s proven strength methodology and will provide essential context for programming discussions.
2️⃣ Have Video Footage Ready – If you’d like form feedback, send over high-quality videos of your squat, bench, deadlift, or other key lifts prior to the consultation.
3️⃣ Come Prepared with Questions – Make the most of your time by outlining specific concerns or topics you’d like to cover.
4️⃣ Apply & Experiment – After the session, implement the adjustments and let Brian know how they feel in follow-ups if needed.
🔹 DISCLAIMER: NEW CLIENTS SEEKING A FIRST-TIME CONSULTATION MUST BOOK A 60-MINUTE SESSION. 30-minute calls are for follow-ups only.
Booking Your Virtual Strength & Lifting Consultation
📍 Conducted via Google Meet – Train From Anywhere
💰 Pricing:
✔️ 60-Minute Virtual Consultation – $299
✔️ 30-Minute Virtual Consultation – $149 (For follow-ups)
📅 To schedule your session, select an available time slot and fill out the message form at the bottom of the page.
💡 Need Ongoing Support? Custom coaching packages are available for those who want continued guidance—contact Brian for details.
“Great coaches know the science of how to expand the biological limits of their athletes and then respect those limits to avoid injury. Brian Carroll knows how to build an injury-resilient and high-performance strength athlete. He has been there himself and continues to coach others to reach their potential.”
— Professor Stuart McGill, Professor of Spine Biomechanics & Author of “Back Mechanic”
“Brian Carroll is not just an extraordinary strength athlete—he’s an exceptional coach who understands the science of strength and the art of coaching at the highest level. His ability to break down movement, correct inefficiencies, and optimize performance makes him one of the best in the field. Having worked alongside Brian for over a decade and co-authored Gift of Injury with him, I can confidently say that his knowledge, experience, and passion for coaching are unparalleled. Whether you’re an elite lifter or someone just beginning their strength journey, you’re in the best hands with Brian Carroll.”
— Professor Stuart McGill, World-Renowned Spine Biomechanics Expert & Co-Author of “Gift of Injury”
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Coaching Testimonials
Testimonial for Brian Carroll's low back pain rehabilitation services. View Video Testimonial
"After a serious car accident, I met Brian about 12 years ago. We both worked as massage therapists and I have seen Brian's transition into a back specialist shortly thereafter, but first as someone helping lifters, then gen-pop and athletes all over the world. Brian has taught me a great deal about back pain, and as a Massage Therapist and a Physical Therapist, Brian has helped me with my training and pain, and we have also shared many clients/patients together. Brian offers a unique service for failed back cases; I've sat in on assessments, have helped him with them, and know this is the real deal. I suggest all of my back-pained clients see Brian Carroll in Jacksonville, FL."
"My sports history is one of eclectic taste. At one point in my younger days, I served many masters. I have devoted my life to exploring physically demanding contact sports and some of the most competitive Strength Sports in the world. Kickboxing, rugby, powerlifting, strongman, I did it all. Then, my back failed me, as did so many other people in the medical industry, treating me with cookie-cutter approaches. At first, I was hesitant to work with Brian because I was afraid of letting go of my sport, and I knew the discipline required on this path would be unlike anything I had faced before. I now sit in the driver’s seat of my comeback into Strongman as I seek to return to the national stage, compete at the world level, and fight for the state title. None of these would have been possible without Brian’s calculated training, stern weekly conversations, and what he would call my “Gift of Injury." UPDATE: Six years later, I have competed successfully in strongman, bodybuilding, and highland games while maintaining a pain-free life."
"I met Brian four years ago during the pandemic when I started having back pain. Brian showed me how to live and not let back pain prevent me from enjoying life. Over the last four years, Brian has continued to coach and consult me with my lifting progressions as we have done a complete rebuild. In 2023, I benched my first 405lb raw with Brian's help. I recently competed in my first powerlifting meet, pulling 550lb! Thank you, Brian! "
"Brian was able to adjust my squat and deadlift form to make it more efficient for my build. I’ve never felt tighter or like a wound spring in the hole of my squat before. His coaching is excellent, and I am excited to see how much better my lifts will become with what I have learned!"
"I started with Brian about three weeks ago. I visited him for in-person training last week to check my lift form. Brian was super welcoming from the time I arrived. He took me through his recommended warmups, and we made some changes to my form for squats, bench, and deadlifts. It was a great experience, and I would highly recommend it to anybody on the fence. I can’t say enough good things about my experience so far with Brian. *Edit* I’ve been with Brian for a while now, and my back couldn’t be better. Patience and consistency are key. Brian is honest, straightforward, and genuine. Trust the process and get started as soon as possible! I have now squatted and deadlifted over 600lb pain-free, once again! "
"Working with Brian is an absolute pleasure. His coaching is focused, precise, and professional, and he makes you feel immediately at home. I had the peace of mind of being in good, knowledgeable hands and the ease of hanging out with one of the guys. It really has been the best of both worlds thus far, and I'm eager to continue learning everything I can from him. You won't make a better investment in your health than getting Coach Carroll or one of his colleagues to work with you."
"The words Thank You do not say enough for an excellent training experience! Your professionalism and passion are extraordinary. As a former powerlifter and having my son, a collegiate powerlifter, training with you was an enriching experience. We were genuinely impressed with your ability to translate all your years of technical expertise on the lifts into an understandable and immediately usable application. Your coaching enabled my son to easily set two new PRs, each of 50+ pounds, during our incredible time together! Thank you for your valuable insights and advice on nutrition, recovery, and back rehabilitation. Your “10/20/Life” principles and “Gift of Injury” have enabled me to resume Powerlifting after thinking all was lost after nearly 25 years. Your techniques and coaching have allowed me to deadlift again and squat while maintaining a healthy and resilient back. Lastly, thank you for giving back to the Powerlifting community. My son and I feel blessed to have met such a knowledgeable, passionate, and approachable person. We look forward to continuing our training together. You are one of a kind, my man!"
"After a mutual friend, Ken, connected us, Brian came to my gym to teach and coach me and my entire family his approach to core training, squat and deadlift form, and movement coaching. Thank you, Brian, for your time and expertise! World-Class! Great meeting with you, Brian! "
Brian offered what the literature and papers could not: feedback. Brian improved and tailored the program I had started on my own (after reading the two books) by modifying the rep schemes, exercise frequencies and selection, workout timings, etc. Additionally, although we only met virtually, he was able to coach me on the big 3 and some other movements to ensure proper execution. Having someone listen to your story, provide feedback on current progress, and share personal experiences with similar troubles/successes proved vital to my recovery. Not many people can relate to the kind of debilitating back injury that I, and others, have had to face and overcome, but Brian is one of the few who can. Although I am not (yet) at 100%, my progress trend over time has been positively linear and I am confident that I will come back stronger than before.
I was struggling with my squat form for a while and couldn’t progress in weight due to fear of injury. Brian helped me adjust my form and understand what I was doing wrong and WHY it was wrong. Brian’s unparalleled coaching and professionalism are the key factors to my success in hitting my weight goals. Brian took the time to listen to my questions, repeat steps in the process, and allow me to write down and video certain aspects for my future knowledge. You won’t find a service anywhere else that comes close to this. I felt comfortable, and more importantly, I felt confident in understanding why I was changing my form and the science behind efficient movement. I would recommend Brian to anyone who needs form assistance, programming questions, or efficiency help with lifts. Thanks, Brian
"Recently, while presenting at Elitefts SWIS 2023, I had the pleasure of watching Brian Carroll's presentation and workshop on squatting and lower back injury. It was incredibly eye-opening. His detail in helping those avoid injuries and correct technique was fantastic. I am proud to call him a colleague and my friend."
Regarding Brian Carroll's One-on-One Consultation - if you're truly serious about the long haul of strength training and need in-depth education to understand your back and spine, then investing in a consultation with Brian is a priority. As a lifetime Firefighter, Brian opened my eyes to understanding the importance of investing time daily in overall spine and back health and maintenance. He's personally written books about his humbling experience of destroying his own back and then rehabbing it to be even stronger while partnering up with one of the best Spine Doctors in the world to define education. Within minutes of the consultation, you will see Brian's vast knowledge and experience of proper lifting techniques, emphasizing form. Brian is your choice if you want your overall foundation of strength to excel to levels you didn't know you could achieve.
In 2018, I suffered a disc herniation in my lower back, and since then, I have not been able to squat to a functional level. Despite eventually becoming pain-free, working around my farm and property was difficult. I would try to regain my squat depth cautiously but continually induce minor flare-ups and stop pushing. Being a physical therapist, this outcome became frustrating and disheartening. But within 10 minutes of working with Brian, he brought my squat to below 90*, with no pain or the usual strain. I had no idea my hips could do this without my back paying the price. His precise cues and knowledge of how to adjust made this seem effortless. Brian is a master at coaxing out your true potential, all while ensuring you protect your spine. This is invaluable. Thank you, Brian!
I reached out to Brian after having two herniated discs in my back and being in constant pain. I had been to doctors and physical therapists, but my pain never fully disappeared. After the doctor told me I would never lift heavy again, I was in a bad place mentally and decided to reach out to Brian. From the beginning, Brian was positive and assuring that he could not only get rid of my pain but could help get me back to lifting. He did a great job of laying out what to expect and what would be expected of me. His guidance was clear and concise, and he was always available if questions or problems arose. After six months, Brian had me completely out of pain and was helping me work towards gaining back my strength. He was especially great to work with during this time as he clearly explained what was changing and what I still needed to pay attention to regarding returning back pain. Fast forward a year post-injury, I was out of pain and had a new PR on all my lifts. Through Brian’s coaching and help, my lifts significantly improved beyond where they were pre-injury. Deadlift: 50-pound PR • Squat: 60-pound PR • Bench: 30-pound PR
I started working with coach Brian Carroll in mid-2008 as his first online training client. Neither of us knew exactly what to expect, but he was confident in his ability to get me stronger, and I trusted his judgment. By the end of 2010, he had added over 300 lb to my total and taken me to a 2150 lb. pro total as a 220-lb. lifter. Brian’s 10/20/Life principles truly took me to the next level and have allowed me to hit multiple raw and equipped pro totals since.
I got connected with Brian in 2020 after a long bout of back and neck pain from a car accident in 2017. His coaching has been such a relief because it has taught me to finally be able to practice proper lifting mechanics and spine hygiene so I can stay active in a healthy way. The training twice a week, paired with the PRS CBD cream, roller and drops, has made dramatic improvement in my overall well-being. My husband and I use the CBD products for daily maintenance, tight muscle massage, and we use the cinnamon drops for a more restful sleep at night. I am so grateful to have found a trainer who understands my injury and a method that allows such peace back into my life.
Top notch trainer, very personable, extremely detailed and puts relentlessness effort into helping his clients. The CBD oil has been very instrumental in helping me achieve better sleep. Excellent products and service!
I can’t say enough great things about Brian, his book and the methods he used. My back pain was terrible. I t was so bad I had to brace myself standing at times, the radiating pain was terrible. I resigned to live with it until I heard about Brian’s back issues. It made me think that “hey this might be possible without surgery” and it was! I am pain free and followed exactly what Brian told me. I cannot thank him enough nor recommend his methods and him enough. If you are in pain. Seek Brian out and read his books!
I sustained a neck injury where I herniated my c5-c7. I struggled with the pain in my neck while doing any lifting exercises. I met Brian and asked him to coach me and help me workout without the pain. He is a remarkable coach who was able to watch what I was doing and was able to get me to fix my form which enabled me to lift more efficiently. He provided me with pre and post workout stretches that effectively relieved the pain and tightness I had in my neck. Brian recommended power rack strength CBD topical as an anti inflammatory as I am not able to take over the counter or prescription anti inflammatory medication. The CBD has helped me tremendously and has become a part of my daily routine. I can’t thank Brian enough for everything he has done for me.
For over 8 years I have leaned on Brian Carroll and the 10/20/Life philosophy. During that time even, I have added over 400 pounds to my raw total, while staying in the same weight class and quite injury free. Brian Carroll and his 10/20/Life proved itself flexible when I transitioned to multi-ply in late 2016 and continued to base my training on the same fundamental philosophies and structure. Regardless of competitive style, age or experience, I recommend 10/20/Life to any athlete looking to add strength and stay healthy. I currently boast a 2000lb raw total and a 2400 equipped total at 242. I highly suggest those who have doubts to seek Brian’s coaching wisdom to take you to the next level.
I reached out to Brian after having two herniated disks in my back and being in constant pain. I had been to doctors and physical therapists but my pain never fully went away. After the doctor told me I would never lift heavy again I was in a bad place mentally and decided to reach out to Brian. From the beginning Brian was positive and assuring that he could not only get rid of my pain but could help get me back to lifting. He did a great job of laying out what to expect and what would be expected of me. His guidance was clear and concise and he was always available if questions or problems arose. After six months Brian had me completely out of pain and was helping me work towards gaining back my strength. He was especially great to work with during this time as he clearly explained what was changing and what I still needed to pay attention to in regards to back pain returning. Fast forward a year post injury and I was out of pain and had a new PR on all of my lifts. Through Brian's coaching and help my lifts significantly improved beyond where they were pre injury. Deadlift: 50 pound PR Squat: 60 pound PR Bench: 30 pound PR I can't recommend Brian enough, his help is worth every penny.
I started training with Brian 10 years ago after I injured my neck in a car accident. After helping me become pain free. He has continued to provide consistent and knowledgeable information with each training session, to help me achieve my goals as well as be able to share this information with my massage and PT clients. I have also started using his CBD products daily for muscle recovery and pain relief, the ingredients are simple and strong which I love! Myself along with my clients that I’ve used it on are very happy with the product.
Brian has been an invaluable resource to me. From coaching me to elite totals in multiple weight classes in powerlifting, to helping me manage pain from past injuries. He is a wealth of knowledge and experience. Brian is very much the real deal.
Brian is a great person and one of the most knowledgeable people I’ve ever met in the industry on not just powerlifting and peak performance but on minimizing back pain and returning to action quickly! Thanks for all that you do Brian! Highly recommended!
I've used many different CBD brands with no real noticeable benefit, but the Power Rack products are top of the line. I use the drops to help with anxiety & sleep. My husband has nagging issues from a bicep repair and uses the roll-on multiple times a day. As a powerlifter, these products greatly aid in recovery & keeping my body healthy. Brian has also been consulting with me on the McGill method and techniques to directly address my lifting weaknesses. We communicate and re-evaluate as I progress. He graciously incorporates this with my strength coach's programing to ensure my best interests are the primary focus. In a few months' time, I've noticed a major change in my core strength and technique carryover to my main lifts.
Brian was able to adjust my squat and deadlift form to make it more efficient for my build. I’ve never felt more tight and like a wound spring in the hole of my squat before. His coaching is excellent I am excited to see how much better my lifts become with what I have learned!
I am a CPT for 10+ years and Corporate Fitness coach working with hundreds of people globally today. If it weren't for Carroll's work and continued dedication to giving the best proven methods for spinal hygiene then I would be less of a coach to my clients in helping them achieve their optimal best. Grateful he has given his time to helping the industry in this way instead of just continuing his own personal WR success. He could've been a speaker about himself and instead he's chosen to share so that others can win too. He's genuinely a Champion of the heart as much as of the gym. Thank you Carroll 🙏.
Brian is a top notch coach dedicated to ensuring you are able to properly and safely perform all your lifts. He is patient yet exacting. You will be confident in your abilities to advance when he is done with you. He is accessible and responsive to any questions as well. Also, his CBD roll on and balm products are incredible!! Pain relief within moments and amazingly progressive relief as well. Excellent results!
