5 years ago, Rachel started strength training with Coach K, and now they’re a competitive powerlifter who just qualified for their first pro meet!

Vegan for 14 years, Rachel Lakey is a Portland, Oregon-based strength coach and competitive powerlifter. Five years ago, they took a women’s introduction to strength training class with Coach K, and have been addicted to the barbell ever since.

In their first year of competing, they broke multiple state records and lifted at the National level. Rachel is passionate about expanding queer inclusion and representation in powerlifting and is involved in advocacy efforts around the Pacific Northwest.