Jon Mallon
Online strength and performance coach for strongman athletes and beginners
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $145 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Athletes |
| Also coaches | Performance coach |
| Based in | United Kingdom |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | Undergraduate degree in Sports Science; MSc in Advanced Strength and Conditioning |
| Practice | Strength Forge Coaching |
Jon Mallon is a strength trainer who runs Strength Forge Coaching. He coaches strongman and strongwoman athletes and other strength trainees, from beginners to elite athletes. Jon holds a Sports Science degree and an MSc in Advanced Strength and Conditioning. He has coached athletes in many sports, from amateur to professional elite level. He has worked with hundreds of clients across industries. He also teaches isometric training and writes free training guides.
What Jon helps with
Jon helps people get stronger and understand why they train the way they do. He works with new lifters, people returning to training, and competitive strength athletes.
- Building strength in the major lifts
- Training for strongman and strongwoman events
- Starting strength training as a beginner
- Regaining strength after losing gains
- Strength training without equipment
- Writing and structuring a training program
- Fixing technique and staying injury free
- Isometric training for strength
Who Jon works with
Jon coaches strongman and strongwoman athletes and other strength trainees. His clients range from beginners to world class athletes. They come from many industries and train for many different goals. Some follow long term strength plans, and others want to fix technique or get more consistent.
How Jon works
Coaching is one on one and online, built around two core values: Results and education. Jon explains the reason behind each part of the plan so clients know why they train the way they do. He also teaches how to perform each lift, including breathing and posture. Programs are checked and approved by qualified fitness professionals. The Unshakable Strength Program is the first step in the Superhuman Protocol and runs 9 to 12 weeks.
Background and qualifications
Jon Mallon is the owner and master strength trainer at Strength Forge. He earned an undergraduate degree in Sports Science and then an MSc in Advanced Strength and Conditioning. He has worked as a strength and conditioning coach for a range of sports, from amateur to professional elite level. He still coaches every day. He has worked with hundreds of clients across industries and with diverse goals. He also writes free training articles and guides and runs seminars.
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Programs and services
- One-on-one online coaching
- Unshakable Strength Program, 9 to 12 weeks
- Free training articles and guides
- Seminars
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The CoachVouch take
Jon holds an MSc in Advanced Strength and Conditioning and coaches strongman athletes alongside beginners.
Best for strength trainees and strongman athletes who want online coaching that explains the reasons behind each choice.
Common questions
How much does Jon Mallon charge?
Coaching with Jon runs $70 to $145 an hour. Message Jon from this page for an exact quote.
What does Jon Mallon help with?
Jon Mallon helps with building strength in the major lifts, training for strongman and strongwoman events, starting strength training as a beginner and regaining strength after losing gains.
Does Jon Mallon coach online?
Jon is based in United Kingdom. Sessions are online.
Is Jon Mallon certified?
Jon Mallon lists: Undergraduate degree in Sports Science; MSc in Advanced Strength and Conditioning.
Is Strength Forge coaching online or in person?
Strength Forge offers one-on-one online coaching.
How do I contact Jon Mallon?
Send Jon a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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