After moving to the Boston area last year I was in desperate need of a good trainer that was going to push me and help guide me towards my goals. I've always gone to the gym but never really understood my body or how to eat for sustained weight loss, which was always frustrating! I did a lot of research and spoke to a half dozen trainers and realized that a typical "gym trainer" wasn't going to cut it. I needed a coach, who could not only train me, but offer detailed nutritional advice, and coach me outside of the gym so that I can undo my bad behaviors and create a healthier balance. Upon meeting Chris, I was feeling very intimidated based on the photos I saw of him and of his clients (which were extremely impressive to say the least) but as soon as we sat down to chat, he made me feel at ease, comfortable and excited to begin working with him. Without getting into much detail, his program is INTENSE! I was a bit overwhelmed in the beginning but once I began doing it, it all came together. Everything I thought I knew about eating less and exercising more was the complete opposite of what he did! I was eating more food than before, and doing 1/3 of the cardio!! I began feeling better immediately, with more energy, better sleep, digestion, and then the weight loss came ... His strategy is much different than anything I've come across but it works, and he explained everything along our journey together.. and it makes a lot of sense now! Over the last 4 months I've lost -38lbs! I appreciate him, and look forward to my next goal. The weight loss has made me happy but even more than that, seeing how passionate Chris is with what he does and how compassionate he is to seeing his clients succeed is something rare. read more

*For anyone looking to improve and optimize their life* Chris Simons is a professional in every sense of the word. His clients range from professional bodybuilders, to fitness competitors, to corporate workers and to your every day person trying to get better. There is so much misinformation out there and Chris takes the time to listen and understand the client's needs and goals and then goes out of his way to break it down in a way that is simple to apply and consume. The end goal is not the improved physique - the end goal is an improved overall sense of well being, confidence and discipline by fostering habits that can be repeated on a daily basis. Chris provides custom nutritional guidelines, exercise structure and also challenges his clients to push themselves to identify goals in all aspects of life: fitness, relationship, familial, work, etc. With this approach, you get the benefit of being guided by one of the top fitness professionals in the game and also develop the skills and character traits to take what you learn in the gym and apply to outside in life. I can undoubtedly say that Chris has helped change my life for the better. I am eating better, sleeping and recovering better, and have an invigorated sense of confidence that I never knew I had. I recommend Chris to anyone at any level or stage of their fitness journey and am confident it will have a profound impact on your life. And to end, I was scared to begin this process. A lot of people wait until they are motivated to start, with Chris, I started and then found that motivation! read more

Chris is an amazing coach. I've been training with him for over a year now and he really has helped me transform my body. I thought I was in decent shape before I started working with him, but I had no idea. I've lost more than fifteen pounds and built definition and muscles. Now even strangers stop me to compliment my physique. I also am constantly asked if I'm training to compete in a show. It's really unbelievable. Prior to working with Chris, I had several personal trainers but knew something was off with my regime. I was doing weights, a lot of cardio and barely eating. I am a vegan and ate healthy but just wasn't seeing results. Chris wrote up a vegan meal plan for me, with five meals a day and also changed my exercise routine. He decreased my cardio leaving room to then ramp it up. It's a science he has mastered. (I never thought I'd see better results with more food and less cardio but it really works!) I am truly grateful that I started working with Chris and there is no doubt I will train with him forever. It is wonderful to work with someone who sees the whole picture as opposed to just advising me on weight training. He is extremely dedicated to his clients and the best there is. read more

I came to Coach Simons looking to lose weight. My pants wouldn't fit, I was unhappy, unconfident and unfocused. At my first assessment I was 210 lbs @ 32 % body fat and a size 38 waist. I was new to weight training and almost all of the exercises Chris put me through. Chris took the time to show me proper form, always made me feel completely comfortable and reassured me as I was way outside of my comfort zone. As I became more familiar with the exercises, Chris pushed me harder than I could have ever imagined. He held me accountable and helped me exceed goals. After working 6 months with Chris, following his diet plan and absorbing his fitness knowledge I was down to 185 lbs @ 11% body fat and a size 34 waist. Chris changed my life and has inspired me to workout daily in an effort to better myself. His nurtitional plans are realistic and sustainable for weight loss and long term health. Chris took the time to get to know me and genuinely cared about my progress and well-being during the process. He was always available to talk me through any doubts or moment of weakness I might be going through. Choosing Coach Simons was one of the best decisions of my life. read more

Now that it's been several months I feel obligated to write a review for someone that has changed my life. I've been someone who exercises regularly for most of my life but I've always found it hard to lose that extra belly fat, and tone my arms etc I've done it all. I've hired numerous trainers, joined gyms, done classes and little did I know...it was my diet all along. I ate healthy but was constantly starving myself and then binging on the weekends. Meeting Coach Simons allowed me to see the flaws in my lifestyle, change my habits and get results. I've lost over 25lbs in 3 months and feel amazing! My strength has improved greatly, as well as my sleep and energy. I will admit, It was difficult to follow his programming to a 'T' but when I was consistent it worked beautifully! One of the biggest take aways as compared to other "trainers" is that he's accessible 24/7, and I fully took advantage of that. His response time was almost always under an hour which was so helpful during those times of struggle. He truly is passionate about his work and it shows. read more

Chris Simons is a true fitness professional and he practices what he preaches--regular exercise (weight training and cardio) and a clean, healthy diet. Chris worked with me to identify my fitness goals and developed an exercise and nutrition plan to guarantee my success. I can honestly say that I felt significant changes in my body after just one week of working with Coach Simons. And at the end of my first month, I had lost 10 pounds and started to develop some visibly toned muscles. His workouts are always different, fun, challenging and very result oriented. Chris monitors your form and technique so that you get the maximum return on your efforts while keeping you injury free. He is not the kind of trainer that just puts you through a workout...he consistently follows your weight and nutritional choices and educates you about healthy changes that you can make to improve your overall health and physique. Chris is a great guy, who loves coaching and who is committed to the success of each of his clients! read more

I'm 40 years old, and I had my first baby 16 months ago. i was struggling to get rid of the extra 20 lbs I gained after my pregnancy when I found Coach Simons. It's been 3 months I'm working with him, and I couldn't be any happier. I lost 20 lbs so far, but my goal keeps changing as I get more fit. His knowledge, passion, dedication, and professionalism all combined guarantee results for anyone who is ready for an amazing change! It's easy to find exercises and diets plans anywhere, but without a coach, I'd probably have quit on the second week. Coach Simons ALWAYS keeps me on the right track. He keeps me going when I don't want to do anything. He makes me push myself to my limit at the gym when I don't feel like working out. He keeps me eating clean when I want to succumb to my cravings. And he is ALWAYS available for a chat!! He never takes more than 5 min to respond to my texts! It's like having him coaching me 24/7! I can't say enough great things about this guy and the amazing services he provides! read more

I've been working with Chris for 3 and half months and I'm down 30lbs. After having foot surgery I decided it was time to get back into the gym. I reached out to Chris told him I was recovering from foot surgery and asked if he could work around my foot till I got out of the boot. Started working out with him 2 months after surgery. He put me on a diet plan, started seeing results right away. I was amazed at the results I was seeing so quickly. Chris is very knowledgeable dedicated and has so much passion for what he does. He is always available for questions. You have to follow his plan as he has it laid out, for best results... I highly recommend Chris to anyone looking to get back into fitness... I honestly couldn't ask for a better coach. He's been a great mentor and I can't wait to see the end result! read more

I recently moved to Boston and finally made the decision to hire a trainer because of several reasons. I gained a lot of weight during the pandemic and my back has always bothered me. I took my time researching what I felt was a good fit. After my initial consultation with Coach, I felt he was the best choice given his 15 years experience. I began with remote coaching and then moved into some 1 on 1 sessions where I soon realized I was not pushing myself hard enough. I've never felt so sore!!! But after just 2 months I've lost -11lbs, my strength has improved and my back pain is nearly gone! He designed a program to suit my needs based off what I shared with him. He's also accessible anytime for questions which helps a lot when I feel weak and want to quit. Highly recommended!! read more

I was referred to Coach Simons by a friend of mine who's raved about him for over a year. I finally decided to commit to a healthier lifestyle and reach out to him. He got back to me within the hour and we immediately began discussing his services and my goals. I've used trainers in the past on more than one occasion but always found myself quitting because there was no real accountability. Chris explained to me how in depth his services are and I felt better about working with him. Fast forward 3 months later and I've dropped close to 25lbs, none of my clothes fit! My energy is better, my sleep is better and I feel strong. He made the program very straight forward so as long as you can follow direction success will be easy! I highly recommend Coach read more

I have been a bodybuilder for 5 years now and after competing only once before I decided that if I was going to compete again it would be under the guidance of someone I Knew was going to help me get to the next level. Selecting Coach Simons was the best decision I ever made as I am in the best shape and condition of my life. His knowledge and experience speaks volumes. He is attentive, health conscience, listens well, explains the process, believes in you when you are at your most vulnerable. He has been the rock and support system I've needed all these years. My only regret it not starting sooner with him. I owe him a lot and I'm thankful for all of his help. read more

I was referred to Coach by a former client of his after seeing her amazing results. I admit, at first I was intimidated but he made me feel very comfortable and explained to me how the programming worked. His knowledge and passion were exceptional and I began seeing progress immediately. I've been very happy with both weight loss and strength training and have found his coaching helpful in my every day life too! Highly recommended! read more

Chris has helped me reach my goal of being in the best shape possible for a 53 year old man. As a former competitive power lifter, I thought I knew all there was to know about working out. Chris's knowledge and support have helped me bring my physique and conditioning to a level beyond where it was when I was competing. He knows when to push and when to back off to keep me involved physically and mentally. Thank you Chris! read more

I'll keep it short and sweet ... Coach Simons is as good as it gets. Professional, easy to access, thorough plan, and gets results. I've been working with him several months and have never felt better. I've used coaches before and they cannot compare. His plans are very detailed, he holds you accountable and you feel better immediately on his nutrition plan. I won't ever leave! :) read more

Working with Chris has been nothing less than amazing. His attention to detail and focus are the perfect recipe for success. There's a reason myself and other clients have been so successful. He truly cares and is an advocate for every single client. After spending a few minutes talking with Chris you will instantly understand what I am talking about read more

Coach Simons offers a great balance of personal training, nutritional guidance and life coaching to help clients reach their goals. Highly recommended whether you're in Boston or outside the city as he offers remote training as well :) read more