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Benton Lewis, MA, RSCC

Founder & Director of Performance

Benton Lewis operates at the intersection of clinical sports science and tactical application.

In his advisory role with the U.S. Army, Benton bridges the gap between doctrine and delivery, aligning operational performance support with Soldier-centered, autonomy-driven models of readiness. He specializes in Human Systems Integration (HSI)—moving beyond legacy training models toward adaptive, mission-aligned, and scalable approaches to human performance.

Through the Tactical Human Institute, he translates the DoD’s Total Force Fitness (TFF) framework and Holistic Health & Fitness (H2F) standards for the Prepared Civilian. His education-based approach integrates movement science, performance psychology, and post-structural ethics to cultivate sustainable performance within the modern defense landscape.

He is currently pursuing National Board Certification in Health & Wellness Coaching (NBC-HWC), aligning his professional scope with the Department of Defense’s evolving standards for holistic, force-wide performance integration.

professional profile

Credentials & Education
Verified Qualifications

Academic Background

  • M.A., Sport Coaching (Strength & Conditioning emphasis)
    Graduate School of Professional Psychology, University of Denver

  • B.S., Health & Human Performance (Human Movement)
    Minor: Performance Psychology — Austin Peay State University

Professional Accreditations

  • RSCC: Registered Strength & Conditioning Coach® (NSCA)

  • CSCS: Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist® (NSCA)

  • TSAC-F: Tactical Strength & Conditioning Facilitator® (NSCA)

  • CCC: Certified Conditioning Coach

  • Certified Online Trainer

Operational Experience
Coaching & Programming History

Populations Served

  • U.S. Army: Combat Medics, Clinical Specialists, & H2F Integration Teams.

  • Aviation: Flight Paramedics & Waterborne Operations Personnel.

  • First Responders: Law Enforcement Officers, Academy Recruits, & Fire/Rescue Personnel.

  • Private Sector: Prepared Civilians and Veterans adapting to post-service life.

Organizational Experience

  • U.S. Army: Holistic Health & Fitness (H2F) System

  • Acme Athletics: Sports Performance Division

  • Austin Peay State University: Army ROTC & Sports Performance

  • Denver Fire Department: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Division

Honors & Recongition
Impact & Leadership

  • Alumni Feature — University of Denver (2025)
    Recognized by the GSPP for advancing the U.S. Army’s H2F system by integrating sport coaching and human development with service—applying performance science to enhance Soldier readiness and empower ownership of physical and mental health.

  • E.L.E.V.A.T.E. Award — NSCA LIFT Committee (2022)
    Recognized for expanding access to strength & conditioning through the design and measurable outcomes of the Foy Certified Trainer course at Austin Peay State University.

Personal Context
The Human element

  • Family: Husband to Katherine. Cat dad to Shadow and Reagan.

  • Background: Raised in an Army Aviation family, continuing a legacy of readiness, resilience, and service.

  • Lifestyle: Video game strategist, analog systems thinker, and former DJ/Producer.

  • Civic Duty: Eagle Scout and lifelong advocate for the Prepared Civilian community.