Welcome to Derr Strength & Conditioning

Testimonials

  • Due to an injury in my lower back, I was struggling with my workouts. I needed a PT who was well informed with working on and around injuries. Mike knew exactly what I needed to do, and programmed everything perfectly. In no time at all, my back was feeling a lot better and eventually fully recovered. I would highly recommend Mike to anyone looking for a PT and will definitely refer anyone who needs help to Mike in the future.

    Dr. Mike G

  • I started working with Coach Derr in Fall 2022 and have seen a significant increase in my strength and lean muscle mass. He's been really great about adapting my workouts for my constantly evolving fitness goals whether that's competing in a strongman competition or just trying to stay active. Coach Derr encourages me as a lifter to push harder on my training and focus more on my nutrition while balancing my need to have a flexible lifestyle.

    Hannah M.

  • I started working with Coach Michael at a hard time in my life. He worked with me to design a training and nutrition program that fit into my life but also challenged me. I’m now stronger, healthier, and happier with a program I look forward to every day. My only regret is that I didn’t start working with him sooner.

    Reed S.

  • After undergoing surgery, I was uncertain if I would ever find "normal." Despite the setbacks, he remained relentless in his belief in me and my potential. His encouragement and unwavering dedication to supporting my ability to bounce back motivated me through every challenging moment as he tailored and crafted exercises and intensity to build my strength safely. With his guidance and encouragement, I not only regained my strength but also surpassed my previous levels, ultimately leading me to compete in my first powerlifting competition. His dedication and personalized approach truly exemplify what it means to be a supportive coach.

    Kimberly D.

  • Working with Derr, I get a coach who takes a whole person approach with nutrition, programming, and recovery. We've prepped for a big competition, dropped weight, and hit prs, all without dropping too many calories or burning out. Derr has not only helped me get stronger and fitter, but he always considers my very busy life and stresses in the programming. He makes sure I'm doing absolutely what I need to recover, but still work my hardest and get the most results out of his well thought out and expertly planned programming!

    Sarah H.

  • Michael Derr is an exceptional coach who puts a lot of thought and effort into individual programming. I felt and looked stronger while working with Michael and highly recommend him as a coach!

    Ryan N.

  • Michael turned out to be the perfect fit. Michael is young enough to be relevant to Ollie, old enough to communicate maturely with parents, and talented enough that Ollie is developing into a skilled and enthusiastic lifter. We are grateful for Michael’s help.

    Forrest & Heather R.

  • Coach Derr's help was invaluable. His programming and nutritional assistance were fantastic and helped me break through to a 315 bench.

    Jacob S.

  • Coach Derr is hands down one of the best personal trainers I've ever had. I found his knowledge to be incredibly authentic. You can tell that training is his passion! I entered into his program for just a few months and in that time, my form for all of my heavy compound lifts improved dramatically, my deadlift and squat increased an eye opening amount and I became much more confident under the bar. As a person, I found him to be extremely pleasant and professional. He is very attentive to his clients and he cares about your results. I highly recommend his services to all trainees at every level whether you are a high performing athlete or a beginner/intermediate like myself.

    Julian B.

  • Michael is an exceptional personal trainer who truly cares about his clients' well-being. His dedication, knowledge, and encouragement have been instrumental in helping me reach my fitness goals. Despite an injury, he has still been able to help with my improvement. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to embark on a fitness journey or take their workouts to the next level.

    Giselle R.

  • I have done by far my best growth in my strongman performance under Derr. He is great at scaling workouts to push you to the next level. He is always checking in to adapt things to make things better and more tailored to your needs.

    Cody C.

  • I struggled on multiple occasions seeing results when building workout routines on my own and when working with other coaches. I started working with Michael and saw clear results and greatly improved strength faster than ever before!

    Magnus L.

  • Michael was a great help in getting me more comfortable in the gym. Through Michael’s nutrition changes I noticed quick results, and the workouts were well planned and kept me interested. I would for sure recommend Michael if you are interested in getting results.

    Keith D.

  • Michael has been a great coach. I have only been working out for a short period of time and he is always there when I have questions. He has also taken into account weak point and injuries and customized my workouts to fit me. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

    Thorn P.

  • Michael is a top-tier coach. I had the chance to train with him using the DEADLoad Arms System, and it was one of the best sessions I’ve ever had. He is incredibly professional and dialed into every detail of form and performance. You can tell he’s intensely passionate about strength training and the success of his clients. I highly recommend working with him if you’re serious about results.

    Jarek R.

Scheduling

Interested in working together? Please schedule below for a 30-minute complementary consult call.

Who am I?

I was born and raised in Boulder, Colorado, where my love for superheroes grew into a fascination with strength. Before I ever touched a barbell I was alone in my room, grinding out push-ups, squats, and crunches, always trying to beat yesterday’s numbers.

In high school, I finally got a gym membership and met my first mentor, Russell Chagolla. He gave me a job cleaning equipment at his new facility, and I spent every hour I could inside that gym. If I wasn’t working, I was training. If I wasn’t training, I was listening and learning from strongmen, powerlifters, and experienced coaches.

Today I’m a husband, a father, and a strength coach. I work with real people who have busy schedules, past injuries, and everyday challenges. There are no cookie-cutter programs and no gaps in communication. If you show up and trust the process, you will get results.

A young man with glasses and a black Under Armour shirt standing with arms crossed in front of a red weightlifting rack with weight plates and a barbell, in a gym.