Relentless Fitness — Local services in St. Louis

Matt Cantrell trainer - I am an almost 60-year-old women with balance and mobility issues. I was referred to Matt by a friend, I was hesitant to say the least. After months of convincing, I made a consultation appointment. Matt was professional and confident that he could help me and all my issues. To be honest, I sat in my car for 20 minutes before my consult, trying to talk myself out of going. Fast forward to today, I have been working out with Matt for a little over 6 months. He has helped me be more flexible, stable, and stronger. When we started this journey together Matt got more of a workout than I did, my range of motion was pretty much nonexistent. Matt has helped me move to being able to get up and down off the ground independently, I have gained range of motion in my knees and hips. I am now able to work out almost like a normal person. Matt is constantly updating my workouts to make sure I do not injure myself. I can honestly say that I have tried personal training before and always lasted a week, the trainer would just tell me what machines to use and how many reps to do and at what weight. I quit within 2 weeks, just not feeling supported and heard. Matt tailors his workouts to the needs of his clients. If you are even considering personal training, or just someone to help make sure you are taking the correct steps in your workout, I highly recommend contacting Matt Cantrell, you will not be sorry. I thank my friend every day for convincing me to...

I cannot speak highly enough of this gym. I'd give it a 10 if I could. :)

@Matt Cantrell is an absolute gem. I worked with him in 2019 before he moved to Colorado and was THRILLED that he moved back and I could work with him again. I drive from Florissant each week in order to meet with him. His background in physical therapy, and his history have made him a perfect trainer. He understands why I do what I do, and he helps me think through all the things that makes someone "healthy" - not just working out. He watches movements and ensures that I'm learning the correct form and posture so that I don't get hurt. He doesn't let me give up because my brain tells me to - he always knows when my body can give more. He's also SO personable and friendly and he gets along well with everyone, but when we're on the clock, I feel like my fitness is the only thing that matters to him. He's really a gift to the industry.

The gym itself is also wonderful. Huge windows that allow lots of light in and make it feel open and airy. Tons of equipment - I never feel like I have to wait for a machine. And everything is clean and doesn't smell like a typical gym. :) The bathrooms are stocked with lots of products that you may need to be able to work out over lunch and head right back to work.

Big fan....

Relentless Fitness (RF) is an amazing studio to train at! My own trainer (Lil) is great, but all of the trainers I’ve interacted with (or seen with clients) are knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about what they do. I don’t think you could go wrong. Read their profiles and go with your gut, then reach out to the trainer you think is a fit. If you’re unsure, give it a try and I’m sure anyone would recommended a colleague if it were truly a better fit. RF is that type of collaborative space.

Being able to train in a private studio, without all of the added people of a big box gym is a nice benefit too. There is plenty of equipment for the number of people typically training. The trainers and trainees collaborate well to share equipment or rotate around, when there happens to be two people needing the same equipment.

If you’re questioning your fitness journey, just lean in! Having joined RF about 10 weeks ago, my only regret is that I debated it for 2 months before starting, and I could be deeper into my journey. Don’t be intimidated by the “gym” idea if you’re new, and don’t feel as though you can’t get enough from a place like this if you’re experienced. There really is a place for everyone, which makes me love...