Our Team
Ben Cagle
Owner/Head Coach
NASM- CPT, Pain-Free Performance Specialist, Precision Nutrition Level 1, Functional Movement System Level 1
Ben is the founder and head coach of Peak Performance Strength + Fitness. Originally from Wisconsin, Ben moved to Alaska to be with his wife in 2018 and soon after recognized an opportunity the valley needed and opened Peak Performance Strength + Fitness. He holds a bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He also holds certifications through the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a certified Personal Trainer(NASM) is a Pain-Free Performance Specialist (PPSC) is a level 1 coach with Functional Movement Systems (FMS) and a level 1 nutrition coach with Precision Nutrition (PN).
In his over 15 years in the fitness industry Ben has worked with a wide array of people from youth athletes, to seniors, those overcoming injury and the general population. Through his time Ben most enjoys showing people the value of strength training and how the confidence building that comes with it trickles into all other aspects of life.
In his free time Ben focuses his energy and time with his wife (Summer), his son (Chase) and their black lab (Manny). He is youthful at heart and with his dog and son he is able to live that mindset each day.
Sam Richvalsky
Coach/Yoga Instructor
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer (ISSA), Certified Spinning Instructor, 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher, NASM - CNS
Sam was the first to join the coaching staff back in 2021 and has coached in all areas of the gym. Originally starting as a coach for our semi-private and sports performance sessions, she soon brought yoga to PPS+F. After a brief break to have her son (Wade), she came back and has been our lead coach for StrongHER since.
Sam got into the industry after taking on her own interest after some struggles with her body image. She started building certifications to learn how to train which lead her to get certified and take on an opportunity to start coaching yoga. Through this experience, Sam realized she had a real passion and wanted to help other realize what fitness can do for their mental and physical health.
In her free time she mainly spends time with her son Wade, two dogs Mouse and Pixie and, when he is actually in town, her husband, Dave. In the summer she loves hiking and this winter will be learning how to cross country ski.
Nick Mayer
Coach
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)- CPT
Originally a member of PPS+F for several years, one day Nick decided to walk in and instead of train, look for an opportunity to switch careers. Now he is our most veteran coach and is our lead coach in the mornings with our semi-private programs. You will also see him leading our hikes during the summer and is always pushing everyone to get the most out of their training sessions and themselves.
Nick uses his previous work experience as a wild land firefighter to help people train with efficiency, motivation and skill.
In his free time, Nick enjoys building lego structures with his son (JJ), searching for new hiking trails and is a fan of the Miami Dolphins.
Reven Settle
Coach
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer (ISSA)
Reven completed a 2-month internship before coaching at PPS+F. Since joining the staff, Reven has become the lead coach for our youth athletic development program, coaches our home school phy ed program and you will see him running our evening semi-private sessions.
Athletically, Reven grew up swimming and swam all 4 years at Colony High School. His achievements include being captain in only his sophomore year, and finishing 4th (200 IM) 6th (100 backstroke) at state his senior year.
He also has his motorcycle license and enjoys working out and camping with his friends in his free time.
Sophia Logan
Coach/Yoga Instructor
AFAA Personal Training, AFAA Group Fitness Training, Buti® Certified Instructor, 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher
Sophia joined the PPS+F staff in the summer of 2025 as the social media and member experience coordinator while also becoming an assistant coach on staff. Sophia coaches the StrongHER, semi–private sessions and is part of developing the programming and coaching the home school phy- ed program as well as offering yoga.
With an extensive background in the fitness industry, Sophia has worked with a wide group of fitness modalities as well as people over time.
In her free time, she enjoys hiking, backpacking and treats all skiing equal. You’ll also find her enjoying time with her husband, Alex, and their community of friends doing all things Alaska.