Saying we are a "Leading Authority" actually means something!
When we say we are leading authorities, we are not just referring to the Treasure Valley or the state of Idaho, but throughout the country and we don't take it lightly. We walk the walk and talk the talk and have decades in the saddle. Our practical experience and theoretical knowledge is what makes us incredibly unique. It would be hard to find people with our background, knowledge, experience and accomplishments anywhere in the country!
Master Degrees, President of a National Professional Organization,
Multiple National Championships, Multiple World Records
The list goes on and on...
Matt, on set at Bodybuilding.com, shooting a video for a nation wide
course on Movement Education and Athletic Development
Matt Wattles, MS, Pn1
Head Strength Coach / Owner
Matt is the head Strength & Conditioning Coach and owner of Competitive Edge - Athletic Performance Center. He has a masters degree in Exercise Science and over 25 years experience in strength and conditioning and nutrition as both an athlete and coach/trainer. Matt is a Past President of the American Society of Exercise Physiologist (ASEP), has published numerous articles in professional and research journals and been an invited presenter at national conferences throughout the country. He has founded two companies and owns 2 exercise and rehabilitation patents.
As a Strength Coach, Matt has helped hundreds of athletes earn college scholarships as well as having worked with numerous professional and world class strength athletes.
Matt's practical experience, theoretical knowledge and immense background puts him on par with the very best in the athletic performance world.
Amy Wattles, Ed.S.
Owner
Amy has set her self apart and is considered one of the TOP female strength athletes in the world! She holds numerous world records and has won numerous national championships. Amy is a professional strongwoman, and also competes in Highland Games, Mas Wrestling and Grip. In addition to her background in strength athletics, Amy is a Special Education Teacher in the Treasure Valley. Amy does an outstanding job working with children of all ages.
Amy is a Sponsored Athlete and member of Team EliteFTS. EliteFTS is the gold standard for athletes in the strength world. She has written hundreds of articles, posts and blogs in the world of strength and athletics. You can read her articles and posts at Elitefts.com
Amy's Highlights
- Professional Strongwoman (ASC Pro card)
- Team EliteFTS Sponsored Athlete
- Cellucor Sports Nutrition - Sponsored Athlete
- Mas Wrestling Women’s National Champion
- US Grip Women’s National Champion
- North American Highlander Association (NAHA) Women’s National Champion
- World Strongwoman Championship, 6th place (2008)
- 2017 - Invited to World's Strongest Women
- World records in grip: Amy holds multiple records, including Ironminds: Apollon Axle Double Overhand Deadlift, Hub, COC Silver Bullet Hold & Little Big Horn
- Second woman in the world to certify on the Ironmind Captains of Crush #2 gripper
- Featured in Milo’s September 2013 issue, “Amy Wattles: America’s New Grip Queen”
- Qualified for 2013 World Strongwoman Championship & 2014 Arnold Strongman Amateur World Championship
- Masters of Arts – Special Education
- Education Specialist Degree – Educational Leadership
