Katie St.Clair, CSCS, CPT

Katie St.Clair is a seasoned strength and conditioning coach, biomechanics educator, and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in the fitness industry. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, she is the founder of Empowered Performance, an educational platform and academy designed to elevate industry standards by bridging the gap between traditional strength and conditioning and deep biomechanics understanding. 

Katie’s approach is rooted in an “inside-out” philosophy, focusing on how internal systems —such as respiration and joint positioning—impact movement. She loves bridging the gap between rehab and athletic performance, supporting people of all ages regain athleticism, or  enhance their current fitness through assessment, thoughtful programming, and exercise selection.

She has had the privilege of teaching hundreds of coaches and practitioners around the world since 2020, empowering them with the tools to help their clients (and themselves) get back to running, jumping, and more without constant injury. The Empowered Performance community includes many seasoned and smart movement professionals that continue to raise the bar in the fitness world. 

In addition to her professional work, Katie is an avid athlete and mom who loves spending hours on the pickleball court, at the skate park with her son, or whipping up a recipe in her kitchen. 

Her credentials and background include 

Education: Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Science from Florida State University.

Certifications: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) through the NSCA.

Specialized Training: Advanced studies through the Postural Restoration Institute (PRI), including Myokinematic Restoration, Postural Respiration, Pelvis Restoration, Cervical Revolution and Cranial Resolution. Mentorship with Michael Mullin, ATC, and Bill Hartman PT. Additional courses and studies in DNS, Biotensegrity, Physiology, Stress and Trauma, FMS, Precision Nutrition, and others.