I love working out with Sondra. More than anyone I have ever worked out with, Sondra Lieder gets…read moreresults! She pushes me to work hard, but never pushes me to injury. I've improved not only my strength, but also my balance, stamina, and eating habits. When I started working with Sondra I had just finished my 3rd round of chemo. I had had breast cancer and several years later, uterine cancer. My diet had gotten really out of whack and I had gained about thirty pounds. In addition, my balance was terrible and I fell all the time. I had spent so much time in bed that I had very little strength or stamina. Our first year together was hard and I didn't always look forward to training. But I liked Sondra and actually began to enjoy our workouts! At first, I wasn't used to being challenged that way and I had gotten lazy. But something in me wanted to get stronger and fitter. I wanted her to be proud of me. I missed some workouts, but I kept at it. Today I'm not the same person. I look forward to workouts, and because Sondra is so knowledgeable, she knows how to keep me engaged. Now I hate to miss a session! I've lost all the weight I'd put on and am so much stronger and fitter, with better endurance. Sometimes it's hard for me to believe. I like the way I look and feel and I can do so much more than I once could. I plan to keep training with her. I think Sondra is the best! I recommend her unreservedly.

Sondra is amazing. She is very knowledgeable and great at customizing a plan to your specific…read moreneeds. I have Lupus, and Sondra is able to help me get effective/challenging workouts, without wrecking my body. She makes sure to listen and meet you exactly where you're at, while also pushing and challenging you to go outside of your comfort zone. I am so glad I found her!

Highly recommend 100%! Great people, can't go wrong with any of the trainers here!…read more This last year has been full of big changes for me. One of those changes being going from weighing 250 pounds to 158. The first 45 pounds I lost on my own. The second 45 pounds (and the more difficult half to lose) I lost at ATX Gym. I worked with both Max and Kevin and they were both professional, knowledgeable and truly masters of their field. Not only did they help develop and maintain a training plan custom tailored for me and my goals, they also took the time to teach me what I was doing, why I was doing it and how to do it properly with good form. They were also highly motivational, offering encouragement to keep going, keep pushing my limits and and not give up. "It's not how you start, it's how you finish" - Max I've recently stopped going to ATX Gym, but I take with me everything I've gained and everything I've learned and continue to apply it as I live this new life with strength & confidence. Thank you Max & Kevin for everything!

If you're looking for personal training without the exorbitant cost, classes you actually WANT to…read morego to, or something like CrossFit without the cult, then look no further! ATX Gym has you covered. It's small, intimate and efficient. From what I've seen, the full spectrum of fitness levels finds a home here from those who could do Olympic lifts in their sleep to those who are just getting their feet wet (me). The classes always have a purpose and a plan but offer a lot of variety. Weightlifting, strength straining, booty building workshops, yoga, stretch, calisthenics, cardio conditioning, HIIT, dance--There's something for everyone. That's key for me personally, as I tend to get bored really fast and lose interest if it's the same thing every day. And the classes are small! No more than 6 people, which is the sweet spot between getting personal training and enjoying the comradery of others. It definitely helped me feel less intimidated, because let's be honest... walking into a group of strangers in unflattering workout clothes not knowing what to expect can be anxiety inducing. Lacey (owner and trainer) was so sweet, warm and welcoming! I felt welcomed immediately by her and the other few people in our group that were super supportive. Lacey and Max are knowledgeable hands-on owners that run their own classes and really invest a lot of time and energy into you. They really took a lot of time and stayed late with me to go over nutrition, set goals, and help me choose what classes would be best for me. Give this bad ass locally owned gym some love!

So much to say about my experience here at BBD. In a few short months I have felt connection with…read morethe other members, the trainers and through the workouts! Several years ago my family went through something very traumatic that left me holding on mentally for dear life. So physically I went downhill and gained a lot of weight. I tried other gyms and other trainers to help me out of my rut over the years. I tried many diets too. Nothing clicked. None of it helped physically AND mentally. It only seemed to help physically which would lead me in a downward spiral mentally after a few short weeks. BBD works with all ages and all athletic abilities. They require you to commit for the long haul. No more fads, no more trying to get skinny. It's about building a new and improved you from the inside out while also seeing physical results that follow. Fred has taught me a whole new way to workout that has given me so much more confidence than I thought possible. My only regret is not finding this place sooner! I cannot wait to see my wins a year from now! One workout at a time!!

BBD is the absolute best if you are looking for a gym that is inclusive of all ages, body types,…read moreand backgrounds. I have trained with trainers Ninette and Fred over the years. They really know their stuff especially when it comes to preventing injury and they work closely with you to modify the work out if you have preexisting injuries. This year I joined Fred's crew and he checked in frequently on my preexisting back and knee issues. We made sure to modify movements like lunges and dead lifts to movements that worked out the same muscle group but didn't aggravate my back and knees. Now that those muscle groups are much stronger I can do much more than I have ever been able to in the gym. The small group training format gives you the feel and attention of a personal trainer but is much more affordable. I moved away 3 years ago and when I came back I was at my heaviest I have ever been. BBD welcomed me back with open arms. I dropped a lot of weight, I feel better than ever, and I can't stop checking myself out in the mirror. I would give BBD 6 stars if I could.

I've done a number of different boot camps in Austin, TX and SWAT Fit Camp is by far the best in…read moreAustin. SWAT Fit Camp is the toughest camp, taught by the best trainers, who successfully challenge every single person in the camp, regardless of their fitness level. As a lifelong soccer player, I recommend this boot camp for experienced athletes as well as those people new to training. Carol was able to challenge me at camp while also training both of my parents - who lost a lot of weight and changed their diet as a result of the boot camp. I am such a fan of SWAT, I've been a camper for 3 years! It is the best workout in town and Carol, Bobby and June have helped me with everything from recovering from ACL surgery to helping me get in shape for my wedding. I wouldn't go anywhere else for my fitness - these trainers are the absolute, #1 best in the Austin area.

June Morrow, owner of Lean Images, is an amazing personal trainer. She kicks A**!…read moreShe lives what she teaches. Just look at her picture on the website. That's really her! She puts her 20 years of personal training experience to work every time I enter her personal studio. Imagine having a fully stocked gym all to yourself, just you and the trainer. How do I know she kicks butt? I've gained 12 lbs of muscle and lost body fat. Growing up I never had upper body strength and just assumed it was my body type, but she helped me DOUBLE my bench press. She also runs Boot Camps, although I haven't gone to any of them I hear they are the best around for cardio and losing weight.

The gym itself is just your basic space -- a little on the older, shabbier side, but they seem to…read morebe doing what they can to spruce it up (new saunas in the locker rooms) and keep it clean. Parking is an absolute mess, especially in January/February when everyone's trying to keep those resolutions going. Signing up for classes on the app is a mystifying experience -- I try to sign up a few days early, and the app says I can't sign up yet; then I sign up just before class, and it says I'm too late. So I rarely/never sign up for classes -- this doesn't seem to be a deal-breaker. I am really into dance fitness, though, and if you ever go on a Tuesday evening and see Disney World-style lines wrapped around the building, you know that Jay is teaching "So You Think You Can't Dance." I don't know how to adequately express how wonderful these classes are. Come in whatever mood you're in, and you'll leave with a smile on your face. His dance class has been seriously life changing for me, and I'm so grateful to have them at Crunch!

This Crunch location is entirely too small. If you plan on trying to work out here between the…read moretypical hours of 5 PM to 8 PM, forget about it. In my gym going experience, it was/is constantly overcrowded during those times. I signed up for Crunch to be able to take the workout classes - The only time of day where I was able to take these classes were in the evening times. The Legendary Strength class with Coach Blue was by far the most challenging and upbeat class. Highly recommend his class for anyone looking for a tough and fabulous workout! Unfortunately, I took most of my classes with Charmaine. I was really disappointed with my experience in classes led by this instructor. She was constantly off, beat and off tempo, which made it difficult to follow along - especially in a group setting where timing is important. The music was also blasting so loudly over her mic that it was hard to hear any of her cues or instructions. On top of that, Charmaine rarely demonstrated the exercise clearly, so I often wasn't sure if I was doing the movements correctly. Overall, her classes felt confusing and frustrating, I didn't feel like I was getting a safe or productive workout. In my opinion, other instructors in the gym were much better, but my experience with Charmaine as an instructor was constantly disappointing.

Taylor is a great instructor. Her class flowed well and I felt challenged throughout the class…read more Taylor also made sure the class was stretched and warmed up before moving to the Pilate moves. I will definitely take more of her classes.

I took an intro class here and the place was lovely. The instructor was so friendly and welcoming…read more I had never tried Pilates with this equipment before but Alexis made the class super calm and relaxed for us beginners. However it was a little too easy for a beginner class. I walked out of the 30min class feeling like i could get more out of an at-home workout.

Steve is an excellent trainer that is sensible in his approach and philosophy to fitness. He…read moretrains regularly and eats a balanced diet himself, so he is very fit and healthy. He continously researches, learns and consults experts when necessary. His method is not cookie cutter, he customizes your program to fit your goals and limitations to ensure progress and avoid injuries. He has been training me for over 2 years and I have had remarkable and sustainable results. I have lost significant body fat, gained muscle and continue to have progressive results. I have also rehabbed old injuries as a result of working out with him. His program and my results have exceeded my expectations, I look forward to seeing where I am 6 months or a year from now. I highly recommend Steve if you are looking for a life change. I can't imagine a better trainer.

I trained with Steven for several months to improve my squat and let me tell you, Steve knows his…read morestuff! He is super attentive to and aware of your form and makes sure you're getting the best and safest workout. He has a firm grasp on nutrition and how to pair the right foods with your workout intensity so you get the most from each session. He's also really fun to hang with in the session and has a fantastic sense of humor :) If you're looking to get lean, lose weight, feel awesome, and have fun doing it...sign up with Farmer Fitness! It may be the most important decision you make for you body, and it will thank you later :))

You would not expect it from the outside but this gym is beautiful! The equipment is well…read moremaintained and the overall feel of the place makes you want to work out. The instructors lead you into a cross fit meets orange theory class with such high energy you won't even notice you are sweating to death . All the instructor's here are really nice and motivating. Yes, instructor led classes cost more than your average gym membership but this investment is worth it.

Hands down the best gym around! The workouts are effective and challenging but it's still a go at…read moreyour own pace/comfort level. The coaches are all amazing and encouraging. And the fitfam community is so great to be apart of! Definitely grateful to have found this gym!

I absolutely love this place. I am addicted and I love it. We are a little family at the gym. No…read moreone judges you. Everyone pushes each other to finish workouts. The coaches and owner know what they're doing, are very encouraging and will help each and every member meet his or her personal goals. If you haven't had a chance to check this place out I highly recommend you do so. You'll love it. I promise. :-)

This is the next step in my CrossFit journey in the suburbs of Austin. I have had multiple medical…read moreissues over the last few months, and this establishment has never once, not been able to proved alternatives so I can continue to work out. I do not feel looked down upon if I cannot RX that day or even complete a WOD. They have been very supportive and encouraging through out with emails and phone calls. I look forward to seeing what the next step brings!

I started working out with Heather in August 2009. She is a certified CrossFit Level 1 Instructor,…read moreKettlebell Instructor, Olympic Lifting Instructor, as well as CrossFit Kids Instructor. What I like about Heather is the attention to detail she has on a myriad of topics that go beyond "working out". She knows how to work with you if you have injuries, she knows how to build a nutritional plan that is not intrusive, she knows how to help you change your life one step at a time. I'm seeing great results and I would HIGHLY recommend Heather's services if you live in the Round Rock area and need the attention of a Personal Trainer - especially if you haven't been active for a while.