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Testimonials & Results

Successful strength and conditioning needs a strong interpersonal connection between coach and client.

Viking Performance Training coaches are here to serve, plain and simple. We are honored to play even the smallest role in a client’s life and the life of their families by helping them reach their goals.

Viking Performance came highly recommended to us. Jerry and his crew still managed to go beyond our expectations.

My son seemed to have hit a wall with his usual training and just the general craziness due to the COVID pandemic. He has been going to Viking for just over a month now and there has already been a huge change in his confidence and attitude. He looks forward to going to do his workout and to interact with his coaches.

The staff personalizes the workout for every individual’s needs, and learns how to best motivate each of them. Thanks VTP for what you do, your crew is so greatly appreciated!

Lee Ann Smith Whorton

Parent

This is my son’s Senior year for H.S. Football and I wanted him to get the best pre-training before football season started and he’s only been in VIKING for a month and has had TREMENDOUS IMPROVEMENT in so many areas which has definitely been a Great help already!

If you’re looking for a great place for your child to train…. Viking is the way to Go!!! They’re great with the kids in teaching endurance, strength and commitment!!!

Koron Hall

Parent

Jerry’s enthusiasm and passion for excellence pushed me all the way to the Olympic final. He was always willing to think outside the box and find a way to make me stronger, leaving no doubt that my athletic dreams would come true. Thanks Jerry!

Megan Wright

2008 Olympic finalist in 5,000 meter run and NCAA National Champion

Working out isn’t always the most exciting thing to do, but when you have people around you that care about your well-being the way Jerry does, it’s impossible not to achieve your goals. Being around Jerry makes you want to work harder than ever before because you know he’d give an arm and a leg for you to be successful, and he’s a large part of why I am where I am today.

Frances Silva

Professional woman’s soccer player and former WVU All-American

Jay has been one of, if not the, most critical part of the successes I have been fortunate enough to experience in such a short period of time training as a strongwoman competitor and powerlifter. His ability to adapt to athlete specific concerns, sport specific foci and personal goals makes his training methods appealing across a multitude of abilities and pursuits. Not only does Jay create an environment that challenges athletes on a daily basis but also builds confidence in athletes that affords them the opportunity to seek out challenges in their own training. Every training session I get closer to being the athlete I want to be… and it feels awesome!

Meg Ayers

National Strongwoman and Powerlifting competitor

In my years Jerry Handley was instrumental to the success of WVUs basketball team. As a member of the strength staff, he helped transform me from a skinny freshman into a beast of a human being. Every day, Jerry embodied the intangible elements of hard-nosed competitive drive and genuine passion for strength and conditioning. The knowledge that he brought to the table was invaluable, and his extensive experience made him very easy to work with. I would train with Jerry again in a heartbeat.

Joe Alexander

NBA draft pick and former WVU All-American

I started working out with Viking Performance the summer before my freshman year of high school. Jerry and Calvin helped me reach my goals in the weight room, and Jerry’s training gave me an edge over the competition.

I am very grateful for his help over the last 4 years of high school.

Zach Frazier

2020 WVU Football starter on the offensive line as a true freshman

I learned how to strength train both effectively and safely from the Viking Performance Training staff throughout my high school baseball career.

The guys at Viking help me become the best athlete I can be and play a major role in my athletic career.

Ross Mulhall

2018 Gatorade WV Player of the Year, College Baseball, LaSalle University

Sports specific training is Jerry’s specialty. As far as anyone else around Morgantown, no one touches him.

David Carpenter

Major League Baseball Pitcher

At the forefront of strength and conditioning, Jerry has the knowledge and tools to train athletes to their maximal potential. Using technique as the foundation for the programs he designs and implements, Jerry is able to maximize an athlete’s performance while decreasing their risk of injury. One of the best strength and conditioning coaches I have seen in the field and have had the opportunity to work with, I recommend Jerry for anyone trying to increase their fitness levels while staying injury free.

Dr. Kyle West PT, DPT, CSCS

Former West Virginia University men’s soccer player

Through an extensive wealth of knowledge and a no-quit work ethic, Jerry Handley has become an incredible trainer. I’ve competed at all levels of wrestling for over 20 years and Jerry has been the best strength coach. He is constantly challenging with creative technical workouts as well as providing positive encouragement. Jerry Handley can, and will, get you to any level you wish to achieve. Thank you for being a great coach and friend.

Mark McKnight

Former Penn State Wrestling All-American, Pan-Am 2013 gold medalist, national team member

Jerry Handley was the strength trainer for our NCAA Championship rifle team at WVU for 4 years. Jerry has had a huge impact in making the team members stronger, fitter and generally tougher which has been vital in winning 2 NCAA Championships. In addition he has impacted 4 individual National Champions, 2 Olympians and over 20 All Americans. More importantly Jerry makes his workouts fun while being a great motivator and gets the most out of all his athletes!

Jon Hammond

WVU Rifle Coach and Olympic athlete

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Athlete Results

A Snapshot of What Viking Athletes Have Achieved

(Updated March 2026)

For over a decade, athletes training at Viking Performance Training have gone on to achieve elite results at the state, national, and world level across multiple sports.

National & International Success

1 World Champion
7 National Champions
5 Top-8 Finishes in the World
5 National Top-10 Finishes
15 Arnold Fitness Festival World Championship appearances
(Strongman, Powerlifting, Olympic Weightlifting, MAS Wrestling)
2 Professional Strongman Cards earned

Major State Awards

Athletes training at Viking have earned many of West Virginia’s highest individual honors:

Gatorade West Virginia Baseball Player of the Year (2018)
West Virginia Basketball Player of the Year (2018, 2019)
West Virginia Football Player of the Year (2018)
West Virginia Football Quarterback of the Year (2018, 2020)
West Virginia Football Wide Receiver of the Year (2018)
West Virginia Football Defensive Lineman of the Year (2019)
West Virginia Football Linebacker of the Year (2024)

State Champions & Record Breakers

35 Individual State Champions
(Wrestling, Gymnastics, Track & Field, Swimming)
50+ First Team All-State Selections
40+ School Records Broken

Championship Teams

Athletes training at Viking have helped lead their teams to multiple West Virginia State Championships:

Fairmont Senior High School

Basketball

State Champions — 2016, 2017
State Runner-Up — 2015, 2018, 2019

Football

State Champions — 2018, 2020, 2021, 2023

College Athletes Developed

150+ Viking athletes have gone on to compete in college athletics

Viking Performance Training

141 Green Bag Road, Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 216-7496
vikingperformancetraining.com

Gym Hours

Mon: 7:30 am – 8:30 pm
Tue: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm
Wed: 7:30 am – 8:30 pm
Thu: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm
Fri: 7:30 am – 8:30 pm
Sat: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm