For over a decade, I have been on a personal mission to understand how my body works, why it works the way it does, and what I can do to make it better. Specifically, I've wanted to know how to build a body that works better and lasts longer. In 2013, I started Max-imum Fitness and Health and now I get to help other people do the same. My coaching method combines a technical understanding of human movement and nutrition, with a theoretical understanding of human behavior. Over the years, however, I have shifted my focus heavily towards the behavior side, as it has become increasingly obvious to me that “what” we do in the gym (and life for that matter) is far less important than “how” we do it and “why” we do it in the first place.  I am not a cheerleader, a drill sergeant, a motivational speaker, or a therapist; I am a coach. A coach that helps growth-minded humans, develop the skills they need to get the most out of their time. I am also a student. I don’t think I have all the answers, but I do believe I have a solid toolkit, which I use to continue my personal and professional development. I want to be transparent with you about who I am and what I do, so that you may feel more comfortable being open with me. This will be a lot easier if we are open and honest with each other. I am an open book, feel free to ask me anything. Life is too short to spend any amount of time pretending to be something that you are not.

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What to Expect

During each session, I take clients through a customized workout that challenges them to advance their skills and work at higher levels of intensity while staying within their range of capability.

Client Success Story

Leah C. "Max is the best trainer I have ever worked with. He does extensive research to create programs suited to your specific needs and has a deep understanding of the science of fitness. I highly recommend his program!" Rick Cruz "Instead of going to a public gym and working out like the average person would do I choose to attend Max-imum Fitness and Health. Not only because I did not know how to properly work and because I wanted guidance, now I have confidence and knowledge when it comes to working out. Not only was he a wonderful trainer but he also was a great friend, he was there when I needed someone to talk to. I have gained a much better physique and form than before. When it comes to physical fitness he does the work and if you ever need someone to talk to he’s there too. Thanks alot Max!" Amanda R. "Hi. I have been on a year long weight loss journey and still going. I've lost a little over 85 pounds. I have struggled, cheated, I have hurt real bad, I have cried, obsessed, and I have been proud. Several few months ago, I hit a plateau and fell back into a hole of negativity that I try everyday to jump out of. I figured I was doing something wrong so I have decided to see a personal trainer, Max, three times a week and I've committed myself to this for three months. Keep in mind I have never done any type of weight, body, strength training a day in my life so it's all very new to me and it does hurt, I do complain, but I'm loving it. It is nearing 2 months that I have started seeing Max and he has been great. He's a great listener, he's understanding, he's an excellent motivator, and I believe him 100% that his heart is in it to help me. I have always believed a personal trainer would be more like a drill sergeant and that turned me off more than anything. I now know that isn't the way it has to be. I already feel a difference in myself and when all I can do is think about wanting to lift and exercise all day every day then I know we are doing something right. If I feel better and can see some results in almost 2 months, I can't wait to see what 6 months brings. Thanks Max!!!" Donald Foster "I have worked with Max for almost a year. I have had a great experience, and great results. His passion for long term health and nutrition is evident with each session. Max is very encouraging, but also knows how to push effectively without being overbearing. He is generally very flexible, and able to work with schedules. I highly recommend working with Max and experiencing the positive experience I have." Barret Sides "Trust this guy. Max is the most engaged and personal trainer I have ever worked with. He was interested in my goals, my routines, my life and habits outside of the gym, all in the interest of tailoring a program that was specific to me. And it worked; we both noted improvements in core strength, limb strength, balance and endurance. We never defaulted to the same boring routine; each workout had a purpose. Because of this, I looked forward to our sessions; with other trainers I have sometimes shown up less enthusiastically. Max is great conversation, thoughtful and very sincere. His focus on goals is the most fundamentally sound way to make progress. It's all there."

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