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Meet Lauren King

Founder & Owner | Kings of Fitness Sports Performance

Lauren King is the founder and owner of Kings of Fitness Sports Performance, established in 2012 with a vision of making high-quality strength and conditioning accessible to young athletes before they reach the collegiate level.

For more than 14 years, Lauren has helped build an environment dedicated to educating, empowering, and inspiring athletes to pursue their full potential. Her philosophy extends beyond physical performance, emphasizing confidence, resilience, education, and lifelong health.

A Vision for Athlete Development

Lauren founded Kings of Fitness on the belief that young athletes should have access to individualized coaching, purposeful training, and evidence-informed strength and conditioning early in their athletic development.

That vision continues to shape the organization today. KOF combines experienced coaching, advanced sports science technology, and individualized programming to support athletes throughout their development.

For Lauren, success is not measured solely by athletic achievements. It is also reflected in the confidence, habits, and knowledge individuals develop throughout their training journey.

Education & Professional Background

Lauren earned her Master's Degree in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania in 2014, with a concentration in Sport Psychology.

Her academic background provides a foundation for understanding the relationship between physical preparation, psychological well-being, motivation, and long-term athlete development.

Her additional professional qualifications include:

  • NASE Certified Speed Coach

  • USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach (USAW-L1)

  • Holistic Health Coach — Institute for Integrative Nutrition

  • ACE Massage Cupping Bodywork Therapy Certification

  • Layne Norton Science Nutrition Certification

Building More Than Athletic Performance

Under Lauren's leadership, Kings of Fitness continues to emphasize individualized attention, meaningful progress, and an environment where athletes and active adults feel supported in pursuing their goals.

Her vision remains central to the organization's mission: provide individuals with the knowledge, coaching, and opportunities to develop not only as athletes, but for life.