Alex Harrison | PhD, CSCS

Education/Credentials

• PhD in Sport Physiology and Performance from East Tennessee State University
• MS in Human Movement and Performance from Western Washington University
• BS in Kinesiology from Western Washington University
• Elite Coach, Throwing Events (IAAF/USATF)
• Level 2 Coach, All other disciplines (USATF)
• Level 1 Coach (USA Triathlon)
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
• Weightlifting Coach, Level 1, (USAW)

Competitive History

• Former Olympic Hopeful (USA Bobsled)
• Team USA Bobsledder (12th & 14th at World Championships)
• 2x All-American, Decathlon & Javelin Throw, NCAA Divison II Track and Field
• Collegiate Nationals Qualifier in Weightlifting
• High School Track & Field, Cross Country, Swim, Baseball, Tennis
• Currently: Cat 3 Road Cyclist, Cat 4 Track Cyclist, and Avid Recreational Triathlete

Additional Credentials

• Owner, Excelerate Sport LLC, a sport performance training facility
• Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach, ETSU Track and Field, NCAA Division 1
• Assistant Track and Field Coach, ETSU, NCAA Division 1
• Youth and Masters Track and Field Coach, WA State, National & World Champions
• Triathlon Personal Coach, Age Group World Championship Qualifier

Coaching Experience with RP

• Diet Coach to:
  • Fitness Enthusiasts and Weight Loss-Interested Exercisers
  • Internationally Competitive Swimmers
  • Professional and Olympic Hopeful Cyclists
  • Professional Triathletes
  • Emerging Elite Track and Field Athletes
  • National Level Weightlifters
  • Regionally and Nationally Competitive Fitness Athletes

What you'll get: 

Choose from plans structured by an RP coach, each tailored to achieve your specific needs and backed by science. Whether you opt for a diet plan, a training plan, or a combination of both, you'll receive 1:1 expert guidance from your coach via email exchange with very little left to chance.

• Diet Plan: Focus on your nutritional goals with a customized diet plan. Your coach will help you dial in your macros, whether you aim to lose fat or gain muscle. Full meal plans/recipes will not be provided but you will receive guidance on the proper amount of protein, carbs, and fats to consume daily with a list of recommended foods!
• Training Plan: Focused solely on weight training with a plan designed to fit your fitness level and goals. Please check with our help desk if you have sport-specific training goals.
• Combo Plan: Get the best of both worlds with a plan that integrates diet and training for comprehensive progress.

With all plans, you are expected to proactively check in with your coach twice a week with updates and questions. It's important to note that the coach will respond to your updates rather than initiate contact on their end. Your coach will monitor your weekly progress through these check-ins and make any necessary adjustments for you based on your feedback.

You'll have unlimited email access to your coach, ensuring you get timely responses to your queries: within 24 hours on weekdays and 48 hours on weekends (May vary based on the coach's schedule). Your feedback and questions are necessary for your coach to make the most informed decisions on your behalf for your plan so do not be shy about contacting them for help!

Please contact our help desk or refer to our FAQ below if you have any further questions about our services! 

https://help.rpstrength.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500012457001-Expert-Coaching-FAQ