W H E R E T H E A L T A R M E E T S I R O N
Meet the Coach:
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Philip Maranto is a former law enforcement officer, competitive powerlifter, coach, husband, and father dedicated to developing disciplined individuals through purposeful training rooted in faith.
As a strength athlete, Philip has held state, national, and world powerlifting records, achieving a highest competition total of 2001 pounds at a bodyweight of 264 pounds. Through years of competition, service, and coaching, he has learned that true strength is built through discipline, sacrifice, accountability, and perseverance.
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Best lifts:
800lbs Squat
500lbs Bench
740lbs Deadlift
405lbs Push Press
 Where Faith and Strength sharpen one another.
For the Greater Glory of GOD.
 (Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam)
Notes from Coach:
True strength is built through discipline, sacrifice, accountability, and perseverance. As a former law enforcement officer, elite strength athlete, and practicing Catholic, I have spent my life operating where physical readiness meets a higher moral duty.
On the streets, I learned that physical capability is not about vanity—it is a tool for protection, service, and survival. In the gym, lifting an 800lb squat taught me the deep, gritty mental resilience required to conquer heavy burdens. But as a Catholic, I know that physical power is incomplete without spiritual order.
My mission through Sanctus Strength is to help you forge a life where your physical capabilities match your spiritual obligations. We will develop your absolute strength and speed, but we will also structure your training to build the virtues of fortitude, temperance, and leadership. Whether you are an athlete, a professional, or a father looking to lead your family, we will train hard, build discipline, and offer it all up Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam—for the Greater Glory of God.
OUR TRAINING:
Ready for Duty
EXPLOSIVE SPEED & POWER :Â
True capability requires the ability to move forcefully and instantly when duty calls. Our programming sharpens nervous system efficiency, velocity, and dynamic athletic movement. Whether on the field, on the streets, or in daily life, we train your body to react with explosive power and operational agility.
The Shield of Fortitude
Absolute strength is the foundation of resilience. Drawing from elite powerlifting protocols and tactical law enforcement demands, we build dense muscle, bone density, and raw power. We do not train for vanity. We train to become a physical shield capable of carrying heavy burdens and protecting those entrusted to our care.
STRENGTH DEVELOPMENT:Â
Forged for Service
Physical strength without spiritual order is useless. True discipline means mastering your impulses so you can serve a higher purpose. We integrate Catholic principles of asceticism, accountability, and mental toughness into your regimen. You will learn to conquer discomfort in the weight room so you can lead with virtue, courage, and humility in your home and parish.
DISCIPLINE & LEADERSHIP:Â
   At Sanctus Strength, training is about more than physical performance. It is about forming stronger individuals — physically, mentally, and spiritually — through discipline, resilience, humility, and purpose. By willingly embracing sacrifice and striving for excellence, we seek to give honor and glory to God the Father in all that we do.
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Where The Altar Meets Iron.
F O R G E D I N D I S C I P L I N E
Ready to align your physical capability with your spiritual calling? Choose the coaching path that fits your goals below:
 COACHING PACKAGES:
Every program is built upon the classic Catholic triptych of physical and spiritual asceticism: Prayer, Fasting (Nutritional Discipline), and Almsgiving (Service to Others).
INITIAL:
Fitness & Faith Consultations
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Body composition evaluation
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Blood Pressure Assessment
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Training guidance & Goal Setting
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NEW: Spiritual Rule of Life audit (Identifying obstacles to your daily prayer and mass commitments)
BASIC:
Online Coaching
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4 weeks do it yourself physical programs
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Weekly Email & accountability check-ins
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Weekly phone or FaceTime calls
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NEW: Weekly scripture or saint-study reflection prompts tailored to building masculine virtue
ADVANCED:
Personalized Programs
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In-person 1-on-1 or Group training
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8, 12, or 24-week physical programs designed for you
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NEW: Integrated Catholic Asceticism protocols (Aligning your physical training with the liturgical calendar, Catholic feast days, and times of fasting)
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NEW: Virtue and Vice tracking alongside your strength metrics to foster true interior discipline
ELITE:
Coaching Seminars
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Program Design & Strength Progression
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Exercise Technique & Athletic Performance
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NEW: "The Theology of the Body in the Weight Room" – A workshop addressing how physical strength can be offered up for the Greater Glory of God (Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam)