Hall of Fame Strength Coach
Boyd Epley
“At Nebraska, I built a strength and conditioning program that empowered thousands of athletes to achieve greatness. The key was a systematic approach fueled by their drive to succeed. Today, I share those same lessons through speaking and consulting—helping others unlock their potential and build a culture of excellence.”
A 50 Year History
of HUSKER POWER
In 1969, Boyd Epley became the nation’s first paid collegiate strength coach, launching a revolution in athletic performance. Through Husker Power, he shattered old myths about weight training, helping Nebraska athletes gain the strength and speed to win back-to-back national championships. His groundbreaking methods became the blueprint for programs worldwide and inspired the founding of the National Strength and Conditioning Association, giving coaches a unified voice. Today, Boyd’s vision still shapes how athletes train and succeed.
Podcasts, Stories, and Interviews
Boyd Epley In The Spotlight
From in-depth interviews to inspiring podcasts, Boyd Epley’s story continues to be shared worldwide. Explore conversations that highlight his lasting influence on strength and conditioning.
The Epley Advantage is a science-backed platform built on over 50 years of athletic performance research. It offers coaches—and athletes—a way to evaluate and elevate performance through two dynamic tools:
The Performance Index (EAPI) and the Strength Index (EASI)
With dashboards that let coaches monitor athlete development over time, the Epley Advantage gives data-driven clarity to what matters most—helping athletes unlock their potential and teams secure championships. Trusted globally, it’s designed for anyone serious about measurable performance.
Performance Index (EAPI): Measures power, agility, and speed via vertical jump, pro‑agility run, and the 10‑yard dash—then converts results into globally comparable points to track athletic prowess and progress.
Strength Index (EASI): Uses a proprietary algorithm to quantify weight-room gains and ensure strength programs are truly producing results. If neither index improves, the training strategy is reevaluated.
VOICES OF STRENGTH ” INSPIRED BY BOYD
“Boyd Epley did more than build weight rooms; he built a profession.”
John Welbourn
Former NFL player and founder of Power Athlete, Inc.
“Boyd Epley is a genius. Boyd made Nebraska the mecca of strength and conditioning and was pivotal in creating a culture of dominant athletes. That’s why he’s called the godfather of strength and conditioning.”
Mark Philipp
Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach — University of Nebraska
“Epley is arguably the single most important individual in the history of strength and conditioning in college athletics.”
John D. Lukacs
ESPN writer and sports historian
“I was really hooked on the weights by my senior year and I knew Nebraska had a great tradition and a big weight room. The choice was easy.”
Dave Rimington
Two-time Outland Trophy–winning Nebraska center (college football Hall of Famer)
Put Proven Strength Principles to Work
With over 50 years of pioneering leadership in strength and conditioning, Boyd Epley is available to help coaches, athletes, and organizations achieve new levels of success. Book Boyd Epley for consulting or as a keynote speaker to inspire at your next event.
