Weightlifting

weight·lift·ing
ˈwātˌliftiNG/
noun
  1. the sport or activity of lifting barbells or other heavy weights. There are two standard lifts in modern weightlifting: the single-movement lift from floor to extended position (the snatch ), and the two-movement lift from floor to shoulder position, and from shoulders to extended position (the clean and jerk ).

Who we are

PFP Barbell was founded by Maggie and Tom Duer when they were looking for a weightlifting coach and a USAW gym in the city of Pittsburgh and realized there was nothing available anywhere within a 30-40 min drive of their home base. From there, they were dedicated to creating the best possible environment for weightlifters to train and grow. They have joined forces with Pittsburgh Fitness Project to provide nutrition and massage therapy to aid their athlete's performance. PFP Barbell is now part of East Coast Gold weightlifting, joining the strongest team in America! 
Tom Duer
2020 USAW  102kg National Champion

​Transitioned from Football to bodybuilding to Crossfit before finally finding and falling in love with the sport of weightlifting. Tom wants to share his love of the sport with the Pittsburgh area and beyond. 
Age   36

Experience   10 years

Coaching Style  : Motivational 
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Goals:   Represent the USA internationally 
​Grow the team to 100+ members . 
Maggie Duer
Maggie first experienced olympic style weightlifting via Crossfit 4 years ago and immediately developed a love of the sport and a desire to master the movements. Her goal is to help athletes find their strength and confidence through weightlifting.
Age   32

Experience   6 years 

Coaching Style  : Analytical 
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Goals:   Become a Level 3 ( USAW National coach) Qualify as many athletes as possible for the AO and Nationals

Location & Hours

​​Pittsburgh Fitness Project 
Barbell Club
5500 Butler Street
Pittsburgh PA 15201

​MONDAY -THURSDAY
6am-730pm
FRIDAY
6am-7pm
SATURDAY-SUNDAY
8am-12pm

(412) 782-5438
tom@pittsburghfitnessproject.com

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