Austin Simply Fit — Local services in Austin

So what makes Austin Simply Fit the right choice? And what makes Amanda Bode the right choice as a trainer?

For starters, the location at South Lamar is clean, well-organized, never over-crowded, equipped with modern machines and workout gear, and above all has a great positive-encouraging atmosphere. On the atmosphere piece, this is because all the trainers are knowledgeable, professional, attentive and invested with each training session. I always felt a little boost when I showed up because I knew my trainer (Amanda) would be ready to go and ready to push me – I liked that little boost of motivation.

Simply Fit does 30mins work outs which really helps when you’re trying to fit a workout into a busy work day. At first, I thought the 30min sessions wouldn’t be enough but I quickly grew to appreciate how efficient the workouts became. To that point, you have to keep moving when you only have 30mins!! This tends to give each session a slight cardio-vibe to them which I found to be a pleasant surprise. In fact, at times Amanda would completely change-up the routine and run me thru a High Intensity circuit for 30mins which can really get your heart rate up!

Another aspect that I really enjoyed about Amanda’s training was the variety of workouts. When I showed up I had no idea what was instore for me and I really liked that aspect of the workouts. I think a common obstacle for most people who struggle with embracing a gym routine is they can feel bored with their workouts. Not the case with Amanda! If the goal was to increase shoulder strength and mobility, Amanda would bring 3-5 different movements to address my shoulder. If the goal was to improve squat strength and form, Amanda would use a variety of movements to address this need. Overall Amanda kept the sessions interesting, challenging and focused towards my goals.

Which brings me back to my shoulder, my knee, and my overall need to feel more inspired when I worked out. I look back to the day when my wife suggested that I use a trainer as a huge step forward in my overall health and happiness. I really believed my shoulder was beyond repair. I believed my knee was in the same bucket and my outlook on gym visits had started to feel like a drag. In short, with Amanda’s experience and guidance I’m happy to say my shoulder is healthy and pain free. My knee is no longer an issue and I can trust it when I work out. Most importantly I’m back to enjoying my gym visits!

My wife compliments me that I look stronger and can see that my posture is more balanced and healthy. I owe those improvements to Austin Simply Fit and of course to my trainer Amanda Bode. So, if you’re on the fence about joining a gym that offers 1x1 training give Austin Simply Fit a shot! A professional trainer will design a workout for you and your goals. A trainer will make sure you use the right form and track your progress thru each workout. And a good trainer, like Amanda Bode will keep you motivated leading to better health...

Having John Cioffredi as my trainer for the past 4+ months has been one of the best decisions I’ve made all year. After having decided to take my health and fitness seriously, I felt as though I needed some assistance to reach my goals after neglecting a healthy fitness routine for multiple years and John has been great to work with since Day 1 of this process. In the beginning, I was cautious of finding a trainer that would push me too far and make me dread coming into the next workout. So, I truly appreciated John’s approach of taking it slow in the beginning, gauge where my fitness levels really are and then start making improvements from there. Since I started, I’ve lost 20+ pounds, but, more importantly, my breathing is better, my back pain is gone, my endurance and recovery levels have made huge improvements, I feel better about myself and what I’m doing and I’m looking forward to continuing to make improvements and set personal records for myself. As someone who too frequently makes excuses, I’ve never once have thought about canceling a workout just b/c I didn’t feel like it and I think John is a huge reason behind that. He’s a great personal trainer who’s very knowledgeable about not just workout routines, but he’ll also pay close attention to make sure you’re using the right form consistently and he’ll tell you about the reasons behind the different movements and what the body’s going through by doing certain exercises. Additionally, he’s an incredibly encouraging and uplifting person and just a great guy to be around multiple times a week. Before I started working out with him, I had preexisting knee and shoulder problems and he’ll modify exercises on the fly to make sure that we aren’t over-stressing an area that's causing pain. I could keep singing John’s praises, but, as someone who doesn’t typically write reviews, I would highly recommend John Cioffredi’s services to anyone who’s looking to make a positive change in their health and...

I signed up to train with John Cioffredi at Austin Simply Fit near the beginning of April, and I’ve never made a better decision. I have dealt with multiple health setbacks over the last few years, but specifically some very difficult and unexpected ones within the last 6 months and I became overwhelmed. I knew I needed more guidance with my health struggles.

When it came to physical fitness, I wanted to find a source that could help navigate me through knowledge, understanding, and the ability to hold myself accountable in reaching my goals. I was nervous about a small gym being the type of environment I would feel comfortable in, the level of support I would receive, and the kind of care a trainer would provide me when I began my search.

Austin Simply Fit has been exactly what I was searching for, and so is my trainer John. I truly feel supported, understood, motivated, listened to, and empowered in the short time I’ve been training at the S. Lamar location. Everyone makes you feel welcome, I arrive excited, and I’m already seeing results in more ways than losing weight - John has been able to show me the spectrum of improvements I’ve made beyond that. My endurance is what has surprised me most, and it’s an amazing feeling both inside the gym and outside during daily life.

John is extremely knowledgable, creative in his customized workouts, and made me feel instantly comfortable across the board. He is encouraging, motivating, empathetic, and thorough in his education to ensure you’re training properly. John definitely goes above and beyond, and I’m forever grateful for finding him during what has been a trying time for me personally.

I highly recommend both him and Austin Simply Fit for anyone who is seeking to better their health in one way or another - no matter what age, size, fitness level, or goals you have. Austin Simply Fit caters to everyone as equals, roots for you, and will make you feel like you can conquer anything you set...