Client Results

Athletes Getting Stronger.

Real results from real athletes. From first-time competitors to New Zealand representatives, Progressive Online Coaching delivers measurable progress on the platform.

200kg+
Squat
180kg+
Bench
260kg+
Deadlift

Multiple athletes coached to these numbers on the competition platform.

Ben coaching an athlete in the gym
Progressive coaching athletes with medals at competition
Ben at IPF Junior Worlds coaching area

Athlete Highlights

Ivana

New Zealand Representative

Squat 160kg → 200kg+, Deadlift 250kg → 260kg+

Nathan Coates

+17.5kg Total in 4 Months

New PRs across multiple lifts, 93kg class

Joe Stevens

Broke Long-Term Plateau

PRs across multiple rep ranges and lifts

Maree Tippet

Masters 2 Lifter, Age 55

62.5kg bench, 92.5kg squat, 117.5kg deadlift

Reena

Consistent Progress

Sustainable strength building, personal bests coming consistently

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Coach Credentials

1st Place Commonwealth 20223x National Champion u74kgNew Zealand Assistant Coach 2023 & 2025BSc Sport Coaching

Athlete Testimonials

What Athletes Say.

Real feedback from real athletes. Every testimonial reflects genuine coaching outcomes and the value of structured, individualised programming.

Ivana

New Zealand Representative in Powerlifting

Squat: 160kg to 200kg+Deadlift: 250kg to 260kg+Bench: +10kg without direct focus

"If you are serious about powerlifting, I would highly recommend him."

Maree Tippet

Masters 2 Lifter, Age 55

Bench: 62.5kgSquat: 92.5kgDeadlift: 117.5kg

"My powerlifting journey has been one of consistency, resilience, and belief. Ben Calder-Lee has been central to that experience."

Reena

Consistent Progress Through Simple, Sustainable Training

Personal bests coming consistentlySustainable strength buildingSchedule-adaptive programming

"He is an extremely supportive coach and genuinely the ideal person to take your powerlifting journey to the next level."

Nathan Coates

+17.5kg Total in 4 Months, 93kg Class

+17.5kg competition totalNew PRs across multiple liftsCompeting in 93kg class

"I'd highly recommend Ben to anyone looking to take their lifting to the next level."

Joe Stevens

Breaking Through a Long Plateau

PRs across multiple rep rangesBroke through long-term plateauProgress coming easily for the first time in years

"For the first time in years, I feel like progress is coming easily!"