Our Coaches

Meet our team of certified trainers and strength coaches, recognized for their top industry credentials and diverse expertise. Whether your goal is to build strength, improve mobility, or enhance overall wellness, our experts deliver personalized guidance to support you every step of the way.

  • Nate became the owner of Tiger Strength & Wellness in 2024 following a decade of dedication to the fitness industry experience in fitness and coaching, including roles as Strength & Conditioning Director and NCAA athlete.

    His journey began as an intern at Tiger Coaching & Personal Training in 2013 under mentor Gary Bredehoft, CSCS. Nate advanced to Strength & Conditioning Coach, contributing to the growth that led to a 2015 move from Rathbone Village to the current location in Stoneview Center. He later became Director of Strength & Conditioning, further expanding the brand.

    Nate is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Certified Special Populations Specialist (CSPS), and USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach. He also holds a TPI Golf Level-2 Fitness Certification, working with athletes of all levels, including state champions, and is SURGE Strength Dryland Certified for swimmer-specific training.

    A University of South Dakota graduate with a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology & Sports Science, Nate competed in NCAA Division I Swimming & Diving and later served as a Human Anatomy Head TA at UNL, where he also pursued additional studies in sciences and psychology.

    His experience includes coaching at Lincoln Southeast High School, roles in cardiovascular stress testing, aquatics direction, and personal training.

  • Josh, originally from Minnetonka, Minnesota, grew up playing hockey and developed a passion for fitness after gaining 20 pounds in three months while training for junior hockey. He holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Kinesiology and Health from the University of Wyoming and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA.

    While at UW, Josh taught Exercise Physiology and Fitness Assessment labs and interned with strength coaches for women’s tennis, soccer, and rodeo teams. Now at UNL Campus Recreation, he oversees academic fitness classes and teaches courses on weight training, personal exercise, and first aid. He enjoys helping athletes build power, speed, and functional strength while incorporating endurance into his own training.

    Josh met his wife, MacKenzie, in Wyoming; she is now a physical therapist in Lincoln. He loves indie rock bands like Hippo Campus and Glass Animals and lives by the motto: “If it matters to you, you will make time.”

  • Abbie is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Nutrition and Exercise Science from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She has experience coaching youth athletes at Speedway Village Pointe and volunteering as a coach for the UNL Barbell Sports Club. Abbie has also worked with ultimate athletes to improve speed, agility, and power.

    As a competitive powerlifter, Abbie has placed in the top four at every national meet and won first place at the North American Powerlifting Championship. Her passion for strength training drives her coaching, where she helps clients achieve fitness goals—whether it’s lifting heavy weights or improving everyday movement.

  • Isaac is a certified personal trainer who empowers individuals to transform their fitness & health through personalized workout plans. In 2025, he earned his credentials through the National Council of Strength & Fitness (NCSF).

    Isaac earned his Bachelor’s of Science in Education and Human Sciences from the University of Nebraska Lincoln in 2024, fueling his passion for human biomechanics and the remarkable benefits of plant-forward nutrition.

    With a strong focus on strength training and commitment to injury prevention, Isaac thrives on helping people improve their movement, flexibility, and overall daily performance. As a plant-based athlete and aspiring natural bodybuilder, he firmly believes that a positive attitude is the cornerstone of fitness success. He often shares his favorite saying: "Whether you think you can or can’t, you're right," a powerful reminder of the importance of mindset in achieving ones fitness goals.

    Isaac brings valuable experience through both 1-1 coaching and group training sessions. He works with athletes of all levels, guiding them toward improved heart health, endurance, strength, and flexibility for whole body resilience and athleticism.

  • Jon Cook is a Certified Special Populations Specialist (CSPS) through NSCA and a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) through ACE. He earned a Bachelor’s in Sports Management from Peru State College, where he also played baseball for the Bobcats.

    Jon’s experience includes personal training and health fitness instruction at Bryan LifePointe, specializing in clients recovering from cardiac and pulmonary rehab, as well as those with metabolic, musculoskeletal, and neurological conditions. He has also conducted corporate wellness assessments, focusing on improving health outcomes for diverse populations.

  • Certified Personal Trainer | Women’s Fitness Specialist

    Hometown: Norton, KS

    Ashley is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer with a specialty certification in Women’s Fitness. Her journey into fitness began after the birth of her daughter, when she set out to rebuild her strength—both physically and mentally. That personal transformation sparked a deep passion for helping others discover the benefits of movement, especially those who are new to fitness or looking for a fresh start.

    Ashley is known for her supportive, beginner-friendly approach to training, with a special love for low-impact movement that feels good and builds long-term strength. She’s passionate about empowering women at every stage of life, from postpartum recovery to building sustainable fitness habits. Her mission is simple: help people feel strong in their bodies and confident in their journey.

    Outside of the gym, Ashley enjoys practicing Taekwondo alongside her 5-year-old daughter and spending quality time at the movie theater with her husband. Whether at home or in the studio, she believes movement should feel empowering, not intimidating.