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Hollie Johnson competing at an international powerlifting championship
About

Hollie Johnson.

Level 2 powerlifting coach, British Powerlifting referee, and former GB international bench presser. A PhD in statistics shapes how I coach: with curiosity, structure, and a genuine love for problem-solving.

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Ethos

I coach people, not just performance.

At the heart of my coaching is a belief in clear, honest communication. I value openness, mutual respect, and working in partnership with the people I coach. You’ll always know where you stand, what we’re working on, and why it matters.

My background in statistics shapes how I approach training: with curiosity, structure, and a genuine love for problem-solving. I enjoy using data to guide decisions, planning with intention, and leaning into the strategy — especially when it comes to competition prep and game-day coaching.

But numbers only tell part of the story. I coach people, not just performance. I understand that life outside the gym has a big impact on what happens inside it, and that training needs to reflect the whole person. I’ve trained through international competitions and long, quiet spells of just doing what I could. Both are valid. Both have value.

I believe in seasons. There are times for pushing hard, and times for pulling back. Progress isn’t always linear, and that’s okay. I aim to create an environment where you can train consistently, confidently, and with compassion for wherever you’re at.

I want coaching to feel like support, not pressure — strength built with intention, flexibility and trust.

Coach profile

Qualifications & experience.

Qualifications
  • Level 2 Powerlifting Coach
  • Studying L2 Gym Instructor
  • Studying L3 Personal Trainer
Experience
  • British Powerlifting Referee
  • World Bench silver (2017) & bronze (2016)
  • Coached at Worlds, Europeans & Small Nations Cup
Education
  • PhD in Statistics
  • NSPCC Child Protection in Sport
  • ADEL Anti-Doping for coaches