About Christen:
Formerly known as Chrissy, Christen Strags is a highly respected former WNBA Strength Coach and a passionate advocate for empowering high-performers and teams to reach their fullest potential.
With a mission to transform lives both on and off the court, Christen is dedicated to imparting the elite habits and winning mindsets that have shaped some of the world’s top athletes. Her expertise in strength and conditioning, combined with a deep understanding of mental resilience, has inspired countless individuals to elevate their performance and achieve extraordinary success.
Christen spent nearly a decade working with the WNBA’s San Antonio Stars, where she developed the strength and conditioning programs for All-Star and Olympian athletes. She also spent two years as an Assistant Coach in Division 1 College Basketball, refining her ability to coach and mentor at the highest collegiate level.
As a sought-after speaker, Christen has shared her insights at prestigious events for USA Basketball, Thriving Women’s Conference, Mexico’s Basketball City Camp, the San Antonio Spurs Non-Profit Foundation Spurs Give, as well as numerous colleges and private organizations. Her presentations leave audiences motivated, equipped with the tools to unlock peak performance, and ready to embrace a growth mindset.
Currently based in San Antonio, Texas, Christen continues to fuel her love for the game with a spirited pick-up basketball match whenever she can.
Her Career By The Numbers:
15: WNBA All-Stars trained
11: Seasons spent working with WNBA athletes + college athletes
8: Olympians trained who represented 5 different countries
7: Seasons as a WNBA Strength + Conditioning Coach
4: All-WNBA Team athletes trained
2: Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Inductees trained
Certifications:
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, National Strength and Conditioning Association
• Performance Enhancement Specialist, National Academy of Sports Medicine
• Level 1 Sports Performance Coach, USA Weightlifting