Eric Kratz is a seasoned powerlifting coach with over 15 years of experience in fitness training and personal coaching. He is the owner of Competitive Edge Power & Fitness a gym dedicated to strength training and powerlifting. Eric is a competitive powerlifter himself, with best lifts of 578 lbs in the squat, 432 lbs in the bench press, and 667 lbs in the deadlift at a bodyweight of 198 lbs in the Masters 1 (40–44) age group. His coaching philosophy emphasizes personalized programming, technique refinement, and fostering a supportive community for athletes of all levels. Find him on Instagram @compedgepower1.