More Than a Coach—A Guide Who Gets It, Because I’ve Lived It

Hi, I’m Ryan Mapes, and my mission is simple: to help you take control of your health, fitness, and mindset so you can live the life you want—stronger, healthier, and more confident.

I’ve been where you are—struggling to see progress, frustrated with all the conflicting fitness advice, and feeling like lasting change is impossible. I know how it feels to work hard but not get the results you want. That’s why my coaching is different. I don’t just hand you a workout plan or a meal guide—I give you the tools, knowledge, and support to make real, lasting changes that fit your life.

If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and ready for a straightforward, no-BS approach to fitness and nutrition, you’re in the right place.

My Story: From Struggle to Strength

My journey into fitness wasn’t a straight shot—it was full of ups, downs, and lessons learned the hard way.

Growing up, I didn’t have a strong fitness background. My dad lifted weights occasionally when I was little, and I dabbled in lifting in high school, but I struggled with confidence. I remember benching 90 pounds, getting out-benched by a girl, and feeling completely humiliated. I played football, but I was small—barely over 5 feet tall and 120 lbs in my senior year. With no clear direction or guidance, lifting always felt intimidating, so I never stuck with it.

That all changed in college. I finally hit a growth spurt, but along with it came unhealthy habits—drinking, partying, and eating whatever I wanted. My weight shot up to nearly 200 lbs, and while I started lifting with friends, we’d often follow it up with alcohol—not exactly the best fitness plan.

But something clicked. I started reading everything I could about fitness—Men’s Health, Muscle & Fitness, whatever I could get my hands on. This is when my passion for training was born, and over the next 20 years, I dedicated myself to learning everything I could about strength, movement, and nutrition.

Despite all my effort, I still struggled to get the results I wanted. I thought I was taking my nutrition seriously, but in reality, I was consistently underfeeding myself—by as much as 500-1000 calories a day. My body had adjusted, but my progress in the gym stalled. I was stuck, frustrated, and felt like I was “doomed” to be skinny-fat no matter how hard I worked.

Then, everything changed. Once I truly started tracking my nutrition, everything fell into place. I lost 10 pounds, then bulked back up almost 20 lbs, most of it muscle. The results I’d been chasing for years were finally happening—all because I was fueling my body properly.

It was during this transformation that I finally decided to take the leap into coaching.

My Coaching Philosophy

I’ve always wanted to be a coach, but I kept putting it off, waiting for the “right time.” Spoiler alert: there is no perfect time.

In the past year, I made the decision to go all in. I became a NASM-certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach, determined to help others avoid the mistakes I made and see real results.

Then, life threw me a curveball—I tore my ACL. Twice. I had surgery, then retore it while rehabbing. Faced with the decision of another surgery with no guarantees, I chose a different route: using my knowledge of movement and recovery to build my own rehab program. Instead of letting setbacks stop me, I used them as fuel to push forward.

This is what my coaching is all about: turning challenges into opportunities and teaching you how to do the same.

🔹 No Fluff, Just Results: My coaching is straightforward, effective, and built for real life.
🔹 Mindset + Nutrition + Training: I take a holistic approach—because lasting change comes from more than just lifting weights.
🔹 Education + Action: I don’t just tell you what to do—I teach you why it works so you can take control of your own health.
🔹 Sustainable, Not Extreme: No crash diets, no quick fixes—just smart, sustainable habits that fit your life.

I know what it’s like to feel lost, intimidated, and stuck. I also know what it takes to break through those barriers. Whether you’re starting from scratch, struggling to make progress, or just looking for guidance, I’m here to help you build the confidence, strength, and mindset to succeed.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re serious about making a change, let’s talk.

You don’t have to figure it out alone—I’ve got your back. Let’s get started.

The mindset

Our goals

#1

Our Mission

To elevate ourselves and those around us to better serve others.

#2

Our Goals

To build a community of positive thinkers and problem-solvers
To help find meaning and provide direction to those who have lost their way
To elevate the role of servant leader through empathy, interaction, and empowerment

#3

Why Us?

We believe everyone faces their own struggles, and each journey is unique. We’re direct and honest because we’ve been there ourselves, offering straightforward advice without the fluff. Our approach embraces creative, outside-the-box solutions to help you navigate your path.