Client Results: Following the Science
Our mission is to provide our clients with expert tools and support to achieve every fitness goal on their list. With our evidence-based approach to personal training and nutrition coaching, our clients consistently achieve stunning transformations.
John K. (-70 Pounds)
“I’ve had an incredible experience working with Matt and Kevin as my personal trainers at Heavy Mettle Fitness. In just about six months, I’ve lost 70 pounds thanks to their guidance and motivational support. Matt’s personalized workout plans and Kevin’s coaching have been game-changers for my fitness journey. Their professionalism, focus on achieving sustainable results, and commitment to my goals makes each session both challenging and enjoyable. Whether you’re looking for weight loss, strength training, or personalized fitness plans, I highly recommend Heavy Mettle Fitness for personal training.”
Murali A. (-40 Pounds)
“I’ve been training at Heavy Mettle Fitness for several months and it’s been a fantastic experience overall. My personal trainer is great at explaining concepts and helping me push past my limits to get results. The other trainers are also very friendly which creates a supportive environment. The gym equipment and layout are set up and maintained with high standards. I’ve made big changes to my physique and I look forward to all the future growth here!”
Calene H. (-35 Pounds)
“I’ve been working with Matt for over a year and cannot recommend Heavy Mettle fitness highly enough. I was looking for a lifestyle change, but I actually ended up with a full lifestyle transformation. In addition to losing weight, I’ve also gained so much strength, a ton of confidence, a love of training and the gym, and a better understanding of food and nutrition.
I reached out to Matt, having come off of recent ankle and knee injuries, with the goal of losing weight/fat and gaining strength. Through a combination of training and nutrition coaching from Matt and Adrien, I was able to sustainably lose 35 pounds. But it’s the strength gains that I love the most.
Matt and his team push you, but in a positive and encouraging way resulting in amazing vibes in the gym every day. Don’t get me wrong, you still have to show up and do the work, but Matt and his team give you all the tools and support needed to help you reach your goals.”
Noah R. (-40 Pounds)
“My experience with Heavy Mettle has been great. When I reached out to Matt, I had just received the green light from my doctor to get back into the gym after knee surgery. Matt and I sat down and discussed my fitness and health goals. From that conversation, Matt designed a personalized training program that had much more value than anything I could have done on my own in a gym. In addition, Matt gave me information about how to manage my exercise and diet on a daily basis.
I followed his advice and my weight dropped from 259 pounds on August 17th to 220 pounds at the time I'm writing this (Dec. 7th). Now, after all this rapid fat loss, my weight is stabilizing. I'm now enjoying settling into the next phase, in which my focus is on building strength and lean muscle mass while my body fat percentage continues to decline. I could go on. It comes down to this: I'm leaving the highest possible review of Heavy Mettle.”
Varun B. (-80 Pounds)
“I’ve been training with Matt for about 12 months and I’ve lost over 80 pounds. I’m achieving new personal records on exercises almost every week, and I’m steadily gaining muscle. Matt knows what he's doing, and his gym cultivates an aspect of community.”
Amy H. (-60 Pounds)
“I have now worked with Matt for 16 months. He has guided a lifestyle change that has allowed me to become the strongest I have ever been, which includes losing over 60 pounds, which was the goal I set for myself when I first started. Because of his knowledge of training and nutrition, I have gained knowledge of how to feed myself to create a stronger me. I now have the energy to keep up with my 10-hour work day. Matt is super professional, and incredibly encouraging in everything he asks of you, whether that is moving weight in the gym, or encouraging you in your diet goals. I am looking forward to our work going forward, and to seeing what new goals I can achieve!”
Emily D.
“I've been going to Heavy Mettle for just 11 weeks. My results—in the words of my husband—have been "insane." After less than 3 months, my body looks completely different. Instead of soft and skinny, I look toned and muscular. Family members and colleagues have noticed and remarked on my transformation. Even more importantly, I stopped feeling fatigued, stopped getting sick, improved my cardio fitness, and I have more strength for daily activities (like toting a toddler around on my hip for hours).”
Tiffaney S. (-20 Pounds)
“I have been attending Heavy Mettle Fitness for six months and have Matt as my personal trainer. My experience has been beyond great, I’m always happy with my physical results! The fitness equipment is top notch and the rest of the staff is always very helpful!”
Huan P. (-25 Pounds)
“Matt is a great trainer! He is very calm and professional. He knows so much about exercise and nutrition. It’s really nice the way he explains the mechanics of each exercise and why the movements have to be done a certain way to prevent injury. Having him there to guide me through the process is so important. Matt is a big part of making my fitness dreams come true! At 50 years old, being fit and healthy is more valuable to me than time and money. I’m so glad that I found Matt, he is improving the quality of my life!”
Keith M. (-60 Pounds)
“Matt is a fantastic trainer! He keeps you motivated and striving to reach your personal goals, and he cares just as much as you that you reach them. He’s helped me lose almost 60 pounds by helping me with my training and nutrition and it’s something that has helped me create a better and healthier lifestyle. I can’t say enough about how great of a trainer he is. I highly recommend you check him out!"
Elizabeth N. (-20 Pounds)
“Right off the bat, I knew I had found an amazing trainer in Matt. He has been an excellent source of knowledge and motivation, and has readily and enthusiastically adapted to my changing goals over the course of my training journey. I have made exponential progress working with him from both a strength and body recomposition perspective. He has pushed me to be the best version of myself. I wouldn't be where I am, and I certainly wouldn't have stepped onto the stage in my first bodybuilding competitions, without his support and effort! You won't regret training with Matt at Heavy Mettle Fitness, not for a second.”
John and Holly C. (-20 Pounds)
“Matt is one of the best trainers in ATX. My husband always HATED working out but I came across Matt’s page on Instagram and convinced him to give it one more try. It was the best decision he ever made. In just two short months I’ve seen a drastic change in his physique and the craziest part of the transformation...he actually looks forward to going to the gym! Matt not only educated him on proper lifting form and how to sculpt his body but guided him in nutrition as well. My husband will continue to train with him. If you need a trainer who will CARE, TRAIN, and LEAD you to the body you’ve always wanted. Look no further!”
More Testimonials
Nick N.
“I reached out to Matt because I had reached a plateau and wasn’t seeing progress or results from training on my own. We discussed my goals (get stronger, lean out) and my challenges (inconsistent diet, unpredictable schedule), and Matt came up with a program that addressed those things and more. I saw progress with every session: I got stronger, my endurance increased, my clothes fit better, etc. Before long, I was lifting weight I never thought I’d be able to lift once... much less for several reps. What I also appreciated about the program Matt put together was I could do it on my own, in any gym or even at home with some basic items. Matt was also more than accommodating to my crazy work schedule. I highly recommend training with Matt. Great value, great experience, great guy!”
Mike E.
“After two years of physical therapy to treat a spine injury, I chose Matt at Heavy Mettle Fitness to be my personal trainer and fitness/nutrition coach in the summer of 2019 to help me regain my core strength, build muscle, and shed a few pounds. After just four months training I had already lost 15 pounds and was pain-free, stronger, and felt great.
Matt (and his team of personal trainers/coaches) are knowledgeable about fitness, nutrition and self-improvement. Matt motivates me to challenge myself during every visit. He cares about individual goals, and coaches to achieve them.
At the beginning of the pandemic we transitioned to online training to continue the progress I had made. In March of 2022 I returned to in-person training at Heavy Mettle Fitness with Matt after a neck injury from a surfing accident that resulted in a stroke. My neurologists and stroke team emphasize cardio, strength and resistance training as a significant part of recovery for stroke survivors. Twice a week Matt continues to motivate and challenge me. Even the other trainers and regular clients have become familiar sources of inspiration and encouragement that mean so much to me. I can't thank everyone at Heavy Mettle Fitness enough, and I look forward to reaching new milestones through their genuine care, coaching and support!”
Candy R.
“Matt Ryan is a gem! After a two-year stint as a couch potato, Matt helped me get back in the gym. He’s motivating, accommodating, a wealth of knowledge, and most importantly, supportive. I truly recommend working with Matt. Whether you’re just taking those first steps in your fitness journey or ready to hit the stage for competition — Matt’s the trainer for you. Not only is he an exceptional guy overall, but he knows his stuff. Five stars!”
Michael D.
“If you are looking to make a change in your life and finally stick with it, Matt Ryan is your man. Much like Lazarus, he brought me back from the dead. I despise workouts. I despise training. Trust me… I tried other places, doing it on my own, and it didn't work. Matt comes in the picture and changes my life. Matt is in the business of changing lives. Always positive. Always motivating. Always encouraging. That's Matt. I highly recommend Matt for anyone looking to jump start the next 10 years of their life. You won't regret it.”
Hannah D.
“Matt is an awesome personal trainer! I had a pretty bad broken ankle which took away from my stamina and strength over the course of 1 1/2 years so I was nervous to get back in the gym. Matt created a great program that not only made my ankle a priority but helped me gain my strength back and then some. He’s more than willing to spend extra time with you on food and at-home workout plans as well and has a super positive attitude when you train with him. Definitely the best in Austin!”
Pele L.
“Matt is everything you want in a trainer. He’s super professional and cares a lot about his clients, and he has an awesome laid-back personality but never lets you slack. I did group trainings with him and he was very skilled at balancing all of our individual needs and goals while providing a seamless and fun workout experience. I always felt challenged and saw great results, and would recommend him to anyone looking to take their fitness to the next level. Thank you Matt!”
Joseph R.
I used to do long distance running, but really wanted to learn weightlifting. I found Matt on Instagram and I've been working with him for almost 4 months now (3 sessions per week). He's incredibly helpful when it comes to building a plan that works for you, focusing on the correct form of movement, teaching you how to breath through exercises, and having understanding conversations about food (even if you have a more restricted personal diet). He takes his role as a teacher and trainer seriously, but he does so in a balanced and conversational way.
Michael R.
“Matt is an awesome trainer. His team that works with him is great too, if he’s not available and you need to get your workout in. Very knowledgeable, patient, and reliable. I’ve had some injuries to work around and he’s been super helpful in still meeting goals and finding exercises you can do that not only help the recovery but make progress around it too. Great place to workout! Oh, and they just upgraded all their equipment!”
Erika S.
“Matt is great! Super professional and motivated to keep his clients on their toes. Every training session I have, he pushes me 120%. He is constantly teaching me more about fitness and new ways of seeing those results! I train with him about 2-3 times a week and I always look forward to the workouts.I always leave feeling sore but amazing after the workouts. He is 100% for his clients and helps everyone aim for their fitness goals!”
Martin B.
“Matt’s online training has helped me set up an exercise and eating plan that has helped me improve my fitness! He gave me great coaching feedback twice a week to keep me focused on my weekly goals. Matt also reviewed my progress with me and he made any adjustments if necessary to keep my workouts challenging!”
Chinwendu E.
“I got a chance to work with Matt for a few months and although it was online, due to COVID, I’m so excited about my progress. Working with him has made me learn more about food and keeping myself accountable , which were my struggles before we started. You will not regret working with him, honestly. He’ll get you to your goals for sure!”
Meaghan B.
I've only been in Austin for about 3 months, but I knew when I arrived I would need a quality trainer because I recently had both shoulder and hip surgery. I did a lot of research to find a place that could accommodate my post surgical needs with my desire to lift heavy as quickly as possible. Matt and his team have exceeded all my expectations. Every trainer is invested in your gains, whether they're actually training you or if they just happen to be in the gym that day. In all of my years of training, I've never advanced so quickly or been supported so much as I have since coming to train with Heavy Mettle Fitness. I quite literally cannot recommend them enough.
Connor P.
“So glad I found Matt! If you’re in the market for a personal trainer, look no more! Seeing more results in the 12 weeks I’ve been with Matt than I did 2+ years in the gym by myself is incredible. He’s personable, professional, and always has an answer to my questions. His accountability and motivation always bring me back for more.”
Levi P.
“I started training with Matt about five weeks ago with back and shoulder issues and sever pain in both. The pain has now virtually stopped. He has me lifting more than I have lifted in 20+ years. He has also helped me with my food and has been teaching me how to eat better. He works me hard and I go back for more. If you’re looking for a trainer that will push you, look no further!”
Federico P.
“I spent close to three months total with Matt. He worked to help rehabilitate my shoulder and start changing my body. I accomplished all of that and more. Very polite and most importantly, Matt listened to my needs and injuries and adjusted the workouts to fit my needs while pushing me to be better- thanks bro!”
Best decision I've made! Matt's THE BEST trainer anywhere in town! Funny and great personality, knows what he's talking about, and will help push you to hit any goal that you want! I've been training with Matt for over 6 months now and I've dropped from a 2XL down to almost a L. I can see a lot more muscle definition and overall feel better and have energy throughout the day. Matt curates both workout routines and diet programs that you can follow for the long term! Always excited to go to the gym now! Will continue to use him as my trainer!
Bin P.