An alumnus of Berklee College of Music, Michael developed a love of teaching when he began giving guitar lessons in 2016. Upon the opening of Starting Strength Boston in 2021, he began apprenticing and transferred that passion and enthusiasm into barbell coaching. Michael found out about Starting Strength via the internet in 2019 and began his novice linear progression weighing 140lbs. His confidence improved, his anxiety faded, and his lifts went through the roof. A native New Englander, Michael is interested in fostering a community of strong, confident lifters and providing for them the same life-changing benefits that Starting Strength has provided for him: A discipline, a hobby, and a home.
3 Reviews on “Michael Shammas, SSC”
Great coach! Helps me with my form, very encouraging and supportive.
Michael’s a fantastic coach, his coaching style is a blast! His feedback isn’t just on point—it’s downright entertaining. He throws in jokes, keeps thing objective when things get tough, and gets straight to the point. Answers to any questions and feedback that I have come quickly and covers all the bases. His coaching is worth every penny.
Michael Shammas is an exceptional strength coach. I worked with him for 3 months as an online client in the intermediate phase of my lifting career. Michael listened to all of my needs and goals upfront and put me on the right program, which he continuously refined each week according to my progress. His technique coaching is easy to understand and fruitful. Even as an online client, Michael was always accessible and responsive to me. I put on 10 pounds in the first 2 months and it was the leanest and most successful bulk I ever undertook (noticeable mass gains). I would recommend Michael to anyone weather novice or intermediate level.
Michael is an outstanding coach. I’m 75 yrs.old and this is my very first experience with this type of training. Michael is very knowledgeable not only with SS but also nutrition. He is very supportive and no matter where you are in your abilities he will be your guide in your continous and safe progress.