Simply Strong Gym was established to encourage people who have never trained with barbells to start!
We aim to offer a welcoming learning environment for anyone desiring to learn how to incorporate barbells into their lives. We are passionate about giving people an opportunity to experience the joys of strength because we know, first hand, how it can change lives.

My name is Micaela Bickel and I am the owner here at Simply Strong Gym a small barbell centered training facility located in the Kenmore-Bothell area of Washington State. 

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Meet Coach Micaela

Certified Personal Trainer through National Academy of Sports Medicine  

Precision Nutrition Certified Level 1&2

Credentials:

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology Exercise Science from Pacific Lutheran University

Education:

I love helping people get stronger for everyday life mainly by making people smile and throw my ball endlessly. I am pretty good at bringing anyone joy and strive to always support the people by having them play with me. 

My name is Zion, aka Simply Strong's mascot... I mean gym dog! I have endless energy and support to give everyone!!! 

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Meet Zion

Certified bringer of joy in all circumstances through my very presence

Credentials:

BACHELORs of science in play

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How can we help?

- Sandra 

"Barbell training is something I have always wanted to try. Until training with Micaela I didn’t think it was attainable for me. Micaela’s keen knowledge of communicating form of a particular lift that will be efficient and turn into strength is the reward and is incredibly inspiring. Staying strong is a long term goal and with Micaela’s training expertise I know I can.

P.S. Zion (gym dog) is quite delightful and a giver of joy!"

“Staying strong is a long term goal and with Micaela’s training expertise I know I can. ”

- Sharon 

“Micaela listened as I  described my goals and  she developed a program that helped build my existing skills and strengths while eliminating harmful body mechanics. She is gifted at observing form  and at coaching functionality. She helped me press farther than I thought possible! .”

“She helped me press farther than I thought possible! ”

- Leah

“The habits practiced in nutrition coaching has given me the ability to tune into my body and its unique needs. My bad food cravings have been replaced by healthier food choices and correct proportions leaving me energetic and confident. Micaela’s coaching has given me confidence in daily food choices. ”

“Micaela’s coaching has given me confidence in daily food choices. ”