Get to Know Caine Wilkes, OLY, USAW-L1

Certification

  • 2020 Tokyo Olympian, Weightlifting
  • USA Weightlifting Level 1

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.

Most Recently Reviewed Articles

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Sun Home Cold Plunge Pro Review (2024): Premium, Pricey, and Oh So Cold

This cold plunge is very convenient, but is it worth its high price point? Read more in this Sun Home Cold Plunge Pro review.

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Try These DIY Cold Plunge Ideas To Jump-Start Your Recovery 

Cold plunges can be a pricey recovery tool, but with these DIY cold plunge ideas, you can save hundreds of dollars, or even more.

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Bells of Steel Iso Leg Press and Hack Squat Machine Review (2024): Massive Build, But Needs Some Work

In this Iso Leg Press and Hack Squat Machine review, we’ll take a look at this overbuilt machine to see how much value it can bring to your home gym.

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Bells of Steel Adjustable Competition Style Kettlebell Review (2024): Saves Space, But Not Always Time

In this Bells of Steel Adjustable Competition Style Kettlebell Review, we’ll look at the feel and durability of this kettlebell, and its slow adjustment speed.

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Rogue HR-2 Half Rack Review (2024): A Quality Compact Rack for Garage Gyms

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March 3, 2024

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February 8, 2024

An Olympian Explains The What, Why, and How of The Snatch Grip Deadlift

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