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Steve Cotter

Stories from Steve Cotter’s students

Author of The Way Of The Kettlebell
28 Mindvalley students shared what changed for them after learning with Steve Cotter, across 2 programs, from 11 countries, since September 2023.
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Ryan Howard

"I was able to achieve my weight loss goals, while still maintaining my strength."

Ryan Howard · United States
Steve, Thank you so much for everything that you've done for me. I love the workouts. I was able to achieve my weight loss goals, while still maintaining my strength. By switching to your Kettlebell workouts I've become stronger and more explosive while limiting impact on my joints. I came into spring training in the…
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" I no longer have issues with my knees or back or shoulders"

Devyn · Vermont, United States
Now I haven't yet attended a class in person but have used your books and YouTube videos to further progress with the Kettlebell. I come from a background of boxing and heavy weight lifting from which at the age of twenty with that and an alcohol abuse issue ruined my body. Years later at 25, I discovered KBS and soon…
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"No one I have worked with over the years better embodies all the qualities of teacher and coach"

Rannoch Donald · United States
No one I have worked with over the years better embodies all the qualities of teacher and coach, creating a bridge between knowledge and understanding. than Steve Cotter. Steve's brings out the very best in the people fortunate enough to experience his guidance...
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"I have never experienced workouts like those in Steve’s program."

Steve Miller · San Jose, CA, United States
Steve Cotter's online coaching has been a core part of my workouts for the past four years. It has taken my training to a completely different level. I have always worked out and participated in high-intensity workouts. I was a high school athlete and excelled in martial arts and competitive mountain biking. I have…
Saiko Shima

"His instruction is very precise, detailed, and motivational to both beginner and seasoned alike"

Saiko Shima · Yoga instructor and kettlebell coach · Everett, Washington, United States
Steve's [program] is the introduction to my kettlebell journey several years ago, and I have gone through all of his youtube videos, apps, and all the written sources available online before I decided to take IKFF CKT course. I am glad he is my first teacher (online) and his personality and instruction really gave me…
Anthony Sandbothe

"Every workout seems to be exactly what I needed that day"

Anthony Sandbothe · Trainer, Studio Owner · Portland, Oregon, United States
I have been studying kb's for 5 years and have found your Extreme Strength [program] to be the highest quality instruction, and programming I have ever found. It was the total package. I am currently running the 12-week program as my GPP before I get back into competitive MMA. It's funny because every workout seems to…
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"He provides such humble and dynamic teaching, leading and mentoring examples"

Marc Scanlan · Personal Trainer since 1995,Kettlebell enthusiast and student · South Florida, United States
Though I'm not IKFF certified I've followed and utilized Steve Cotter's training advice and tips for Kettlebells since 2012/13 when the Kettlebell bug really bit me. I've purchased his app for my iPhone and have gone to that awesome resource hundreds of times to refine my own training and the basics I teach my fitness…
Jose Vasquez

"Steve's teaching style makes KBs applicable to all walks of life."

Jose Vasquez · MLB Strength & Conditioning Coach, Texas Rangers Baseball · United States
Steve's teaching style makes KBs applicable to all walks of life. It is because of Steve that I introduced KBs to my players. Now all my players use KBs....
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"I would not be where I am today were it not for Steve Cotter"

Rory Pollack · NJ Personal Trainer · United States
Steve Cotter has been a formative force in my career. My first contact with Steve was watching his clear, concise, and extremely effective youtube videos. His impact on spreading quality information worldwide can not be understated. I'm a proud Certified Kettlebell Trainer with his organization, the IKFF, and have to…
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"Steve's teaching style is compassionate, supportive and always encouraging me to want to do my best!"

Susan Revak · Hawaii, United States
Steve has been a lifelong role model for me. More than any other teacher, Steve has consistently encouraged me to draw deeply from my inner strength and to reach for a higher level of not only athletic performance but also persona performance and character development. Steve has modeled to me and has helped me become a…
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Counts are stories, not results. These are personal accounts written by participants. Results vary, and nothing here is medical advice.
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