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“Matt and his team are professional and consideration is given at every touchpoint. I get one-on-one attention from my trainer in a calm and focused environment.”
Austin’s Strength Training Experts
Heavy Mettle Fitness isn't your average gym; we don't offer memberships or large fitness classes. We focus on providing elite personal training services designed to deliver superior results to clients seeking weight loss, muscle building, strength enhancement, and improvement in overall health.
Our trainers have years of experience with clients at all fitness levels. So, whether you're a beginner wondering "Am I doing this right?" or if you're a regular in the gym ready to turn things up a notch, we'll guide you through your weekly fitness regimen so you can achieve incredible results.
Passion. Integrity. Excellence.
With gimmicky trends dominating the fitness industry, Heavy Mettle Fitness is committed to providing a professional and evidence-based approach to personal training that addresses the needs and goals of the individual.
Our team of highly skilled and educated personal trainers strives to empower each client to achieve their desired fitness outcomes through a structured and informative approach to exercise and wellness.
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We pride ourselves on being genuine fitness experts and practicing what we preach. Fitness and healthy living are our passions, and we bring that energy and professionalism to every training session.
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We don’t follow the latest social media trends. We follow what really produces results: science. Our fitness programs encompass exercises and training methods that have been thoroughly tested and backed by research in the field of Exercise Science.
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Our trainers are committed to upholding the highest standards within the fitness industry. Every trainer at Heavy Mettle Fitness is required to maintain an active personal training certification and pursue various forms of continued education in the field. Being at our best enables our clients to be at theirs.
Mettle: The ability to approach a demanding situation with a spirit of resilience and determination.
A Better Fitness Experience
Finding the right trainer can mean the difference between achieving your goals and staying in the same frustrating cycle. We match our clients with a dedicated professional who understands their needs, empowering them to take control of their health and exercise regimen.
Searching for a personal approach to health and fitness, Shivani was ready to move on from a large class setting. Hear more from her below as she shares her experience with Heavy Mettle Fitness.
Fitness Professionals
Our personal trainers are certified professionals with a passion for helping others and a determination to excel at their craft. With a common philosophy and approach to training, our team consistently delivers exceptional results to our clients. Read below to learn more about the experts on our team!
Matt Ryan (Fitness Director)
Matt began his fitness journey at 19 years old as he fell in love with the sport of bodybuilding. While a full-time college schedule and part-time work made things more complicated, he remained dedicated to his training routine and nutrition regimen. Less than one year after he started bodybuilding, Matt competed in his first-ever bodybuilding competition and placed first in several divisions. Matt knew he wanted to make fitness a permanent part of his life and future career.
After graduating from college in Vermont, Matt moved to Texas, where he would spend a semester studying Nutrition Science at Texas State University. During his time studying at Texas State, he felt ready to take his love and passion for fitness to the next level and started Heavy Mettle Fitness in the spring of 2019. Matt began training with clients as he felt inspired to help others find their passion for fitness and healthy living, much like he had years before. Matt has worked with hundreds of clients as a personal trainer and has helped people achieve stunning physique and lifestyle transformations.
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
ACE Weight Management Specialist
ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist
ACE Functional Training Specialist
Adrien
Maggione (Trainer)
Adrien began his career in the fitness industry by studying at Endeavour College in Sydney, Australia, where he received several training certifications. He would move to Austin in 2016, at which time he pursued several training certifications through NASM. Adrien is dedicated to his personal fitness regimen, which centers around corrective exercise, interval training, and strength training. Adrien applies and integrates these principles into his clients’ personal training programs, which leaves his clients feeling rejuvenated and accomplished after each session.
Adrien’s goal is to help his clients feel better about their health, improve postural and muscular imbalances, educate them, and provide the tools necessary to sustain results in the long term. As a personal trainer, Adrien is motivated by helping his clients achieve a deeper sense of wellness in their lives.
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Corrective Exercise Science
NASM Fitness Nutrition Specialist
NASM Physique and Bodybuilding Coach
NASM Performance Enhancement of Sport
Erin Davis (Trainer)
Erin is an Austin native and has been a personal trainer for over 10 years. Fitness has been a lifelong passion of hers, rooted in her early days as a competitive gymnast. Erin's coaching career began as a sports and conditioning coach at a Division III college, where she trained athletes to perform at their peak. Since then, her focus has expanded to helping individuals of all ages and fitness levels achieve their strength training goals.
As a trainer, Erin aims to empower every client by strengthening their body, mind, and spirit through fitness. She believes everyone deserves the opportunity to become their healthiest and fittest selves. Erin strives to help her clients achieve their goals and find a passion for fitness and exercise.
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
CFSC Functional Strength Coach
NASM Certified Nutritional Coach
Pregnancy and Postpartum Fitness Instructor
Kevin Gaylord (Trainer)
Growing up in California and Utah, Kevin was always very active and enjoyed a variety of outdoor sports. Upon graduating from college, Kevin felt dissatisfied with his health and fitness and decided to commit to a serious strength training program. It didn’t take long for him to fall in love with all things health and fitness, and strength training remains a staple in his weekly routine.
Kevin has competed in bodybuilding competitions and even turned his passion into his career by becoming a certified personal trainer. Inspired to help others feel confident, strong, and healthy, Kevin works diligently to help his clients achieve their fitness and weight loss goals.
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
ACE Functional Training Specialist
Lorenzo Montanez (Trainer)
Lorenzo was born and raised in the Bronx, NYC. He’s had a passion for sports and fitness since he was a young man, with martial arts and basketball topping that list.
With over a decade of experience in the fitness industry, he’s had the privilege of training individuals of all ages, from young beginners to seasoned adults. He’s helped numerous clients completely transform their lives through weight loss and muscle enhancement. As a strength and conditioning coach, he has witnessed firsthand the transformative power of exercise selection and intelligent programming.
Helping his clients succeed, surpass their expectations, and live strong, healthy lives drives his passion for personal training.
NCSF Certified Personal Trainer
Pre/Post Natal Fitness Certification
Precision Nutrition Level 1
Miriam Craimer (Trainer)
As a busy mom of two active kids, Miriam fell in love with strength training not only as a means of self-care but also as a way to stay fit and healthy for as long as possible for her family.
Miriam holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology & Business and is passionate about the science behind fitness training to achieve efficient, optimal results.
As Miriam has worked with clients of all experience levels, she is an expert at program design and implementation. One of her priorities is to meet her clients wherever they are on their fitness journey and help them create a healthy lifestyle that is both sustainable and enjoyable.
Miriam’s favorite part of being a trainer is seeing her clients develop a stronger sense of confidence and empowerment.
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Behavior Change Specialist
N1 Biomechanics
Michael Bevers (Trainer)
Michael discovered his passion for fitness early on as a personal training client, committing at a young age to becoming an exceptional coach. He’s trained clients and athletes across all backgrounds and ability levels, from first-time gym goers to competitive athletes. His coaching philosophy is rooted in proven training principles, thoughtful programming, and true accountability.
Known for his energy, passion, and commitment, Michael brings focus and motivation to every session while making training both challenging and engaging. With a background that includes national-level powerlifting and extensive strength and conditioning experience, he excels at helping clients build strength, lose body fat, improve performance, and gain confidence. For Michael, training goes beyond workouts; it’s about developing discipline, momentum, and a mindset that positively impacts every area of life.
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology│UT Austin
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
NASM Certified Weight Loss Specialist
Steven Gonzales (Trainer)
Fitness has always been a part of Steven's life. From a young age, he's been involved in athletics, from soccer to martial arts. In high school, he was even captain of his varsity soccer team, and he won a state championship in his division for USA Wrestling.
Outside of his athletic accomplishments, Steven graduated from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi in 2021 with a degree in kinesiology, studying the body, sports, and exercise science. After graduation, Steven became a certified personal trainer to help others achieve their strength and fitness goals. Helping his clients look and feel their best through strength training inspires him to be the best coach he can be.
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
ISSA Strength and Conditioning Specialist
“Matt and his team push you in a positive and encouraging way... They give you all the tools and support needed to help you reach your goals.”
“The atmosphere is relaxed but focused, every single workout I have done has been enjoyable… After a few sessions it starts to feel like a community.”
“Matt and his team were absolutely welcoming from the first day I contacted them. I had specific concerns and goals that they worked to understand and plan my sessions around.”
“Great experience since day one. Matt was very professional in our consultation and offered an informative and personalized approach to help me select the service and plan that would best fit my goals.”
“My initial conversation with Matt helped me realize that all of the trainers here are a supportive group of folks no matter where you are in your fitness journey.”
“If you need a personal trainer who will CARE, TRAIN, and LEAD you to the body you’ve always wanted, look no further!”
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