Alex Boettcher
NASM-CPT
Strength Coach, Eugene, OR
The Athlete Builder
Began his career in fitness with a passion for building strength as a foundation for performance and long-term health. Known for a coaching style that combines science-based programming with a personal, approachable touch. Dedicated to helping clients unlock their strength potential through structured barbell training and progressive overload methods.
Specialty:
Barbell Strength Training, Progressive Programming, Personal Training, Injury-conscious Coaching
Community:
Respected for bringing structured, evidence-based barbell coaching to Eugene’s active community. Provides an athlete’s mindset in a welcoming, community-driven environment
Meet Alex Boettcher, Strength Coach at Zenith Performance and Wellness.
Alex Boettcher’s journey into strength training started a little later than most but has been nothing short of transformative. As someone who didn’t connect with traditional sports growing up, Alex discovered their true calling at the age of 23 when they entered a weight room for the very first time. The simplicity and raw power of barbells and dumbbells sparked an immediate passion, and it wasn’t long before Alex was chasing the thrill of lifting heavy.
This enthusiasm eventually evolved into a love for the sport of Strongman. Despite facing challenges during their first competition, Alex was hooked—not just on competing, but on the continuous process of building strength and resilience. Along this journey, a deep curiosity about training methodologies emerged, inspiring Alex to learn how to help others achieve their strength, mobility, and endurance goals. This drive led them to become a certified personal trainer through NASM.
Now, with over 13 years of experience, Alex specializes in working with individuals new to the gym or those who have faced negative fitness experiences in the past. Their goal is to help these clients build confidence and a strong foundation for lifelong fitness. For more experienced athletes, Alex brings expertise and personalized strategies to refine training and achieve ambitious goals in both fitness and sport.
When Alex isn’t in the gym, they enjoy exploring hiking trails, belting out tunes at karaoke nights, and creating imaginative adventures as a tabletop role-playing game master for friends.