Hit Peak Performance on The Platform
For powerlifters who want to…
Reach your true strength potential with high-touch online powerlifting coaching that’s personalised to you
14+ years coaching experience
Team Coach at IPF Worlds, Euros & more
Trusted by new lifters to IPF champs

Hit the lifts you deserve with…
Donut Barbell Online Coaching
Get a high-contact, personalised coaching to breakthrough your PBs, hit peak performance, and make make powerlifting fun again!
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10+ years coaching & competing - Team GB IPF Coach
What You Get With Donut Barbell Coaching…
Weekly Custom Programs
Tailored plans that adapt to your progress, schedule, and lifestyle
Daily Coaching Support
Video form checks, training adjustments, and unlimited feedback
Strength Science Focus
Proven strengths strategies to lift better, smarter, and stronger
Competition Prep
Peaking programmes, attempt selection strategy & meet day coaching
Recovery Optimisation
Personalised strategies to balance intense training with effective recovery
Team Donut Community
Motivation and support from your fellow Donut Barbell lifters!
Pricing
...that’s less than £4 a day.
Think about that for a moment.
For the price of a daily takeaway coffee, you can stop grinding away in the gym and finally hit the lifts you deserve.
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Because Donut Barbell is all about making powerlifting accessible...
You can sign up to Donut Barbell Online Coaching for just £119 per month…
How much does coaching cost?
10+ years coaching & competing - Team GB IPF Coach
Donut Barbell Testimonials
Hey, Jake here…
Jake Downes | Head Coach
Balancing your powerlifting aspirations alongside your job, family, and lifestyle isn’t always easy…
But getting that balance right is a huge factor in your strength and powerlifting performance.
That’s why the Donut Barbell coaching philosophy is to help you become the strongest version of yourself on the platform and off - without burning yourself out.
My Coaching Credentials
14+ years of coaching, 10+ years coaching powerlifting
Coached novices to international IPF champs
Competed at British Powerlifting Nationals
Assistant coach at IPF Euros, Worlds, and Sheffield 2025
The Donut Barbell Team: me, my wife Sabrina, and our son Phin!
FAQs
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Absolutely! Whether you're just starting out or you're an experienced lifter, I've got your back. I love working with beginners because we can build a solid foundation right from the start. We'll focus on proper technique, build your strength, and boost your confidence. Trust me, you're never "too new" to start doing things right.
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You bet! From choosing attempts to managing those competition day nerves, I've got you covered. Fun fact: I've never had a client bomb out at a meet. Never.
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For £119 a month, you get personalised programming, daily access to me (Monday to Friday), weekly check-ins, video analysis, mental game coaching, nutrition guidance, injury prevention strategies, and unlimited feedback.
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I'm here for you Monday to Friday for in-depth technique assistance, and Saturday / Sunday for quick feedback, memes, and gym wins. You'll get daily check-ins, unlimited technique feedback, and I'm always just a message away if you need a form check or a pep talk. We'll also have a proper check-in every week to make sure we're on track.
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That's going to depend on you - your goals, your recovery ability, and your schedule. Typically, I program 3-4 sessions a week, lasting about 60-90 minutes each. But here's the thing - I'm all about smart training, not just grinding for the sake of it. We'll find what works best for you.
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Of course! I'm the same way - I love mountain biking and getting out in nature. We'll structure your training so you can enjoy all your fitness pursuits.
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While I mainly coach online, I do offer competition day coaching when I can. I'll be there to support you when it really counts. But if you’re concerned you need a certain level support, get in touch and let’s talk.
Get in touch
Have questions about online coaching with Donut Barbell?
Send a message and Jake will get back to you ASAP.