Richardson Training Systems - Sacramento, California

P Mayor

Joe has patiently chipped away at my many bad habits (still a work in progress) and the physical challenges that limited all my lifts. His incredibly sharp eye and focus on technique, and safety, with ample recovery and steady progression, have been ideal. For the first time in decades I can bench press and do overhead work without pain, and I have progressed well in other lifts too - something I didn't expect as an older lifter, because it did not happen with other coaches I’ve hired.

The other thing I admire about Joe is that he takes me seriously as a lifter even though I’ll never achieve impressive totals or break lifting records. He treats me exactly the same way as he treats his other clients: always incredibly supportive, respectful, and professional. And he displays the same attitude towards everyone I see him interact with, even towards the gym itself. Motivated as I am, he makes me want to work even harder. I am lucky to have found him.

Nathan Kunz

Joe is an excellent coach when it comes to teaching technique and explaining why he is have you do something a certain way. He cares about all his lifter with regular check-ins. I have learned so much from him, I wouldn’t be as far as I am without his guidance. if your looking for a powerlifting coach or are just getting started he is your guy

Keith Zhong

Joe has been doing this for a long time and has helped me grow as a beginner. He helped me with my form, warmups, mentality, and created better habits for all my lifts. He’s there for you as a coach and a friend. If you’re looking to start training or just get into shape he’ll lead you into the right direction.

Flor Maria Nguyen

I came from a CrossFit gym where I later learned that everything I knew and was taught was completely incorrect. I had wasted two years at this other place thinking I was perfecting the art of powerlifting when I really wasn’t. Not even close. Joe has completely changed the game for me. I’ve learned in the last few months more than I have in two years. Formation, technique, bracing, breathing, nutrition, hydration etc. I’ve had to play catch up. There’s a balance to being able to lift heavy weights. There’s a lot more that goes into it than simply walking into the gym and picking up a bar. Joe sets a plan in motion for you to help you reach whatever goals you have- mines to lift heavy stuff. He sets up a schedule, and meal plan for me to follow. It’s been a game changer for me which can be seen and felt outside of the gym. I can’t recommend him enough! It’s been an amazing journey.

Marc David (MD__M3)

I’ve been working with Joe for over 2 years now. He’s systematically built my strength and size while being able to accommodate my crazy work schedule. The communication and accountability he gives his clients are top notch!