Get to Know Caine Wilkes, OLY, CNC, USAW-L1

Certification

  • 2020 Tokyo Olympian, Weightlifting
  • USA Weightlifting Level 1
  • ISSA-CNC

A previous CrossFit Level 1 trainer, Caine has coached weightlifting and functional fitness for over 15 years. A six-time National Champion and eight-time Pan American medalist, he has a wealth of experience from the two past decades of being a competitive athlete. Now, Caine continues sharing his weightlifting knowledge in the Charlotte area, where he coaches weightlifting to athletes of all ages and experience levels.

Specialties

Caine specializes in the Olympic sport of weightlifting, having competed and coached extensively for many years. Also a former CrossFit gym owner, Caine has focused on coaching and training athletes through functional fitness. His athletes include a broad range of experiences and ages.

Favorite Equipment

A barbell and bumper plates on a lifting platform will keep him invested for years.

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