How It Works
Bertges Executive Performance
Don’t let a compromised physical state silently destroy all that you have worked for.
As a former CEO and senior executive, I know firsthand the demands of high-stakes
leadership—the relentless pressure, long hours, and the toll it takes on your body and mind.
Harvard Business Review, and others call it what it is- an epidemic of Burnout.
My coaching addresses burnout and performance on leadership, organizational, and physical planes.
This specialty coaching practice systematically integrates the proven methods of John Mattone’s Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching with time effective and customized physical training designed to build the physiology for superior leadership.
Like an NFL Championship Quarterback, you need to be in the best shape, and you need to effectively develop your leadership and your team. With Bertges Executive Performance your conditioning is aligned with your leadership imperatives.
This is executive performance optimization:
✔ Build leadership, organizational, and team effectiveness.
✔ Ensure physical and mental resilience for high-stakes leadership
✔ Leverage strength training to enhance cognitive and emotional performance
I’ve spent 15 years coaching top executives in private studios, helping them reclaim their edge. I was a senior executive at Dow Jones, Adaptec, Philips, and Sybase and served as CEO of venture-backed companies. I understand business, leadership, and what it takes to perform at the highest level—physically and mentally.
If you’re a CEO or senior executive ready to build a competitive edge in mindset, metabolism, and methods, we should talk.
Steve Bertges, Founder and CEO of Bertges Executive Performance LLC.
How It Works
16 Weeks to Peak Performance
THE EXECUTIVE STRENGTH & PERFORMANCE PROGRAM
Phase 1
Restore (Weeks 1-4)
Fix pain, rebalance stress, and build a foundation.
Phase 2
Rebuild (Weeks 5-8)
Strengthen movement, eliminate fatigue, optimize sleep.
Phase 3
Resilience
(Weeks 9-12)
Develop executive endurance, increase cognitive efficiency.
Phase 4
Mastery (Weeks 13-16)
Lock in habits for long-term strength & leadership power.
About Me
From the Barbell to the Boardroom. A Coach Who Knows What It Takes
"I'm not a personal trainer—I’m a former CEO, executive, and elite athlete who understands the demands of high-performance leadership.
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olumbia MBA, leadership roles in billion-dollar organizations
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CEO of venture-backed companies
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12x Ironman Triathlete, National-Level Powerlifter at 70, Certified Strength Conditioning Coach
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Recovered from burnout & built a system to prevent it
I’ve lived what my clients are experiencing—I know the business pressures, the fatigue, the burnout. And I know how to rebuild strength and resilience so that leadership remains an advantage, not a liability.
Let’s discuss your path to stronger leadership.
“Steve doesn’t just mentor projects—he mentors people, helping them reinvent not just what they do, but who they are. His coaching reminded me that sustainable leadership starts with the body as much as the mind.”
— Masters Professional Athlete, USA Powerlifting Senior National Club Coach
Who This Is For
✅ Built for leaders who:
✔ Are responsible for $100M+ in revenue and high-stakes decisions.
✔ Have experienced the toll of chronic pain, stress, or burnout.
✔ Value efficiency, science-backed results, and high-performance coaching.
✔ Want long-term strength, resilience, and cognitive clarity.