Meet The Coaches
Alex Beasley
Alex has coached hundreds of women in their journey to becoming stronger since becoming a coach in 2013 & founding Atlanta Women’s Barbell Club in 2018. She believes that strength is the single most important aspect of physical longevity. Alex was a recreational powerlifter with competition bests of 281/180/308. Outside of class you might find her taking a long walk with her dog, eating a burger, or reading a book about space.
Credentials:
Starting Strength Coach (2017 - 2021)
Pre-Script Level 1 (PSL1)
Functional Range Systems (FRC-ms)
Precision Nutrition Level 1 (PN1)
Professional Barbell Coach (PBC)
Health Mindset Coaching Certification (HMCC)
NASM-CPT & Women’s Fitness Specialist (NASM-WFS)
Erica Fogleman
Erica received her Personal Trainer Certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM-CPT) in 2016 and has since made it her mission to create a fun and positive environment while focusing on functional barbell training for women. When she’s not lifting barbells, she is picking up her 2 kids and their toys. Erica believes barbell training has a direct impact on everyday mom life. Helping people become stronger, more confident, and healthier versions of themselves is her passion! Outside the gym, Erica enjoys spending time with her family, drinking coffee, and cooking Cuban food.
Credentials:
NASM-CPT
Barbell Rehab Method Coaching
Alissa Orr
Alissa began powerlifting in 2017 and joined Atlanta Women’s Barbell Club in February 2019. In 2020 she started working with a macro coach as well. She quickly learned how properly fueling your body can benefit your training, recovery, and many other aspects of life. She is now a Precision Nutrition Level I Coach and wants to help others build habits around food, movement, and general wellbeing. Her goal is to help everyone learn to eat more food and take up space!
Credentials:
Precision Nutrition Level 1 (PN1)