Jeremy Fraser

DOB: 01/01/1993 Home town: Matakana, New Zealand I have been interested in the science of nutrition and training since I was about 14, which eventually lead me to study at Massey University, Palmerston North, and complete my Master of Science (in powerlifting programming). I started training at around 46kg and eventually got up to 84kg when I was 20. Over the years I had accumulated a decent amount of fat along with the muscle and so cut down to 72kg where I discovered a love for powerlifting! After competing in 4 competitions in 2014 in the Junior 74kg class and placing well, I had my eyes set on international competition in 2015. However, I suffered a lower back (likely lumbar facet joint) injury in February 2015 which halted my progress. I have since dropped more body fat, recovered, and competed in the Junior 66kg class in 2016. Further ahead in 2017 I am working on filling out in the 74kg Open class. Qualifications - Master of Science (Exercise and Sports Science) - Bachelor of Science, First Class Honours (Exercise and Sports Science) - Bachelor of Science (Human Nutrition and Exercise and Sports Science) - Top 10% GPA in Human Nutrition major Experience - Owner of Catalyst Strength and Physique Coaching - Current NZ record holder in the 66kg junior class (Squat 172.5kg / Deadlift 215kg / Total 495kg) - 2nd in 66kg junior category at the Oceania Powerlifting Champs 2016 / 2nd at NZPF Nationals 2016 (66jr) / 3rd at NZPF Nationals 2014 (74jr) - Coach of New Zealand Powerlifting Federation (IPF) champions and record setters - Coached multiple nationally competitive NZ bodybuilders - Masters degree thesis specialised in autoregulation for powerlifting programming - Honours degree thesis specialised in blood-flow restriction training as an alternative to heavy training