GrassIron — Local services in Austin

Update - Because of life, I haven't had a session for a while. But, after 2 years, I went from 225ish to 178. I could not have done this without GrassIrons' trainers. I went from 2XL to M-L shirts and dropped 2 pants sizes. I have officially been here a year. For me, that's unheard of as I don't do any type of workout for a year because I either a) don't feel comfortable or b) I don't see results.

So, am I seeing results on the scale? Not drastically - but muscle weighs more than fat. Where do I see the results? In my pants size, bra size, and overall clothing size. Clothes that I haven't been able to wear for a few years are fitting again. I can walk to my car carrying my backpack without breathing heavy. I can take a flight of stairs without being winded. I can sit on the floor and get back up without looking like an overturned turtle.

This gym beats other gyms and personal trainers because they give you a new program every 6 weeks. You are given a set of workouts, and for 6 weeks, you do those workouts. You can start an exercise with a 5 lb weight doing 6 reps, and at the end of 6 weeks, you could be at 10 lbs and 10 reps. You have a written record of your progression. After 6 weeks, you get a new set of exercises. This way, you don't get bored, and all of your muscles will get a workout.

All the trainers rock. There isn't anyone that makes me feel uncomfortable. Being a woman, that's important to me. If you keep with a regular schedule, you'll see the same people working out week after week. We encourage each other and, after the isolation of covid, it feels good.

By far, it is the best workout experience that...

After I received an osteopenia diagnosis a couple of years ago, a friend recommended Grassiron Gym. My husband and I were already exercising regularly and using dumbbells in fitness classes but had never lifted heavy weights. We wanted to learn proper weightlifting form, so we wouldn't injure ourselves.

We signed up for personal training twice a week with Paymahn and Erica (wonderful trainers!), and we have both become much stronger and more functionally fit. Each month, Paymahn creates two new workouts to challenge us. I like that the Grassiron trainers do small group training (up to three clients at the same time). You get just the right amount of instruction and attention to your form without anyone hovering over you. The other trainers are also great--we have enjoyed sessions with Brad, Alex, Sean, and Melanie.

We are really pleased with the results. We can keep up with our adult children when hiking and have no problem carrying heavy suitcases up stairs when traveling. My husband has reversed his muscle loss and looks fantastic. We've noticed that some nagging pains with our knees and hips have disappeared.

The gym is so clean and welcoming. We have seen people of all ages training from teens to a 90 year old. Grassiron also offers larger group classes. If you are interested in weight training, you can't find a better gym...

I can't say enough good things about this gym or the trainers that work there. I got a consultation with Marguerite feeling quite anxious, as I have very little gym experience and was timid about changing my life up to be more active. Marguerite was more than understanding and made me feel comfortable from the get go. Letting me know that GrassIron was there for me and this feeling of nervousness wasn't unusual. My main goals were to gain weight/muscle, increase my mental health since stopping meds, and just get the overall strength/body I've always wanted. Since starting out, I have already gained 7 pounds, feel stronger than I ever have, and have more confidence and less anxiety on a daily basis. I plan to continue the program and look forward to seeing the long-term results. I have worked with Erin, David, and Melanie individually and EACH ONE of them have given me the push I've needed, while also verbally rooting me on in the process. Such a great atmosphere....