Keka Schermerhorn

Keka Schermerhorn

Keka (like Becca, but with a K) is a consultant, an educator, a writer, a former professional chef and a lifelong athlete who believes in a holistic approach to life. She relies on ballet, wrestling, boxing, and kettlebells to stay fit. A former CrossFit Coach and CrossFit Kids Head Coach in New York City, she was also a Writer for the Reebok CrossFit Games, and a contributor for Greatist and BarBend.

About BarBend

BarBend covers a wide range of topics in strength, including training, nutrition, sports, news, analysis, reviews, and opinion. Whether you’re a seasoned lifter, new to the gym, or a dedicated strength sports fan, we’re your go-to source for the content you need to know!

Our team of in-house editors has decades of combined experience in strength training content. The majority of reviews on our site are written based on their first-person experience and testing. We also feature content from dozens of top contributing writers, coaches, and athletes from around the world. And BarBend’s Expert Network features medical professionals, trainers, and researchers who help verify the accuracy of our content, specifically select training and reviews topics. Content that is Expert Verified is indicated at the top of each corresponding article. We also work to keep our content up-to-date and indicate the day of the most recent editorial updates at the top of our articles.

BarBend is also the Official Media Partner of USA Weightlifting, the governing body for the sport in the United States.

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