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Jacob “Nik” Castellanos

Elite Performance Coach

“From the football field to the powerlifting platform, driven by strength, discipline, and relentless pursuit of excellence”

The Journey

High School
Athletic Excellence Begins
Graduated from Calallen High School with All-District, All-South Texas, and All-State honors on the defensive line. Achieved State of Texas 2nd Runner-Up and 3rd Place in Discus (2021).
College
Powerlifting Leadership
Attended Friends University where he became Men’s Team Captain for powerlifting. Earned his B.S. in Physical Education with concentrations in Kinesiology, Psychology, and Physiology.
Present
Elite Coach & Competitor
Currently pursuing Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Texas Chiropractic College. Top-4 Ranked Junior (120) and Top-5 Ranked Junior (125) in 2025, while coaching the next generation.

Meet Your Coach

Jacob Nik Castellanos - Elite Powerlifting Coach

The Complete Athlete

From the football field to the powerlifting platform, Jacob “Nik” Castellanos has built a career defined by strength, discipline, and performance. His athletic journey began in high school where he dominated both football and track, earning All-State recognition.

Now pursuing his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Texas Chiropractic College in Houston, Nik continues to compete at the highest levels while developing the next generation of elite athletes. As a Powerlifting America State Judge and top-ranked competitor, he brings unmatched expertise to every coaching session.

His comprehensive background as a Powerlifting Coach, Athletic Performance Coach, and Nutrition Certified Coach, combined with his B.S. in Physical Education, creates the perfect foundation for unlocking peak strength, health, and performance.

7+
Years Coaching
100+
Athletes Coached

Professional Credentials

1

Elite Certifications

Powerlifting America State Judge, Powerlifting Coach, Athletic Performance Coach, and Nutrition Certified Coach with specialized expertise in competition preparation.

2

Academic Excellence

B.S. in Physical Education with concentrations in Kinesiology, Psychology, and Physiology. Currently pursuing Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Texas Chiropractic College.

3

Competition Proven

Top-4 Ranked Junior (120) and Top-5 Ranked Junior (125) in 2025. Former Men’s Team Captain at Friends University Powerlifting with multiple state-level achievements.

Driven, competitive, and relentless, I’m carving my path as both an athlete and future Chiropractor— dedicated to unlocking peak strength, health, and performance for the next generation.
— Jacob “Nik” Castellanos

Ready to Transform Your Strength?

Join athletes who are breaking personal records and achieving their strength goals with personalized coaching from one of the top-ranked powerlifters in the nation.

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