MEET SAMUEL

After 12+ years in the fitness industry, I created Essential Strength to help individuals and athletes unlock their full potential by first addressing what is holding them back. Throughout my career, I’ve guided hundreds of clients through life-changing transformations by optimizing their movement and strength to achieve maximum results. Whether enhancing athletic performance or tackling tough rehabilitation challenges, my approach is designed to solve the problems most others can’t. My expertise is backed by research where I co-authored 10+ scientific papers and collected real-world data serving as a sports scientist for the University of Pittsburgh’s men’s and women’s basketball teams. Prior to Essential Strength, I led UPMC’s return-to-play program for injured athletes, bringing a science-driven, results-oriented approach to injury recovery.

I guarantee Essential Strength is the missing link in your performance, let us help you move better, have less pain, and achieve the results you've been striving for.

Samuel Pitcairn, Founder & CEO