Remote Sessions + In-Person Fully Vaccinated Sessions Available in NYC

 

Alex engels

Fitness & nutrition coach

Looking to reboot your fitness routine and shed some pandemic pounds? Getting in shape can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to go it alone. For over eight years, I’ve been helping my clients get leaner, stronger, and healthier—without making them miserable in the process. I use an integrative approach that supports clients across all of their health and fitness needs: including strength training, cardio, joint health/mobility, lifestyle habits, and nutrition.

Let’s work together to create a personalized fitness program, based on your preferences and goals, that will get you lasting results. Whether it's at the gym, the park, or your living room—in person or online—I will guide you through the process one rep at a time.

Certifications & experience

  • Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine

  • Precision Nutrition Coach

  • Functional Range Conditioning (joint health)

  • Z-Health: Essentials of Elite Performance

  • TRX Suspension Training

  • The Pregnant and Postnatal Client, with Annette Lang

  • StrongFirst Kettlebell

  • Original Strength - Pressing Reset

  • MMA Conditioning, National Academy of Sports Medicine

  • Boxing & Muay Thai Kickboxing, over 15 years of experience

  • Elite Trainer at Crunch Fitness, 2015- 2018

  • American Heart Association CPR & First Aid Certification

FItness sessions

 

what clients are saying

“Before I started training with Alex my daily commute was a struggle. My knees were in such bad shape, I couldn’t get on and off the bus without pain. Over our 3-year relationship, I’ve lost 25 pounds, and regained mobility in my knees to the point where I can comfortably walk up and down stairs—and even enjoy a short hike with my husband again. Alex has been a constant source of support and encouragement. I’ve been really happy to have in my life, and I highly recommend him.”

- antonia, 57

“After starting the program in the darkest days of early pandemic isolation, Alex has been a lifesaver. The remote option has been flexible and fits easily into my work-from-home set up. After a serious lower-body injury, he tailored the program so I could continue making progress and avoid the temptation to descend into couch potato-dom. I look and feel stronger than ever — real results delivered through Alex’s steady guidance.”

- DanieL, 28

“The numbers were not good before I started with Alex. My weight was increasing. My strength was, at best, stagnant. Working with Alex changed everything. I went from barely being able to do 10 push-ups to more than 40 in one shot. I can do all sorts of things I didn't even know humans were capable of, like a crow pose. And best of all, I feel so, so, much better. I really recommend working with Alex.”

- Eric, 48

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  • "Everyone knows that exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. But most people ignore one crucial component of it: resistance training. Neglecting resistance training – any type of workout that builds strength and muscle – is a big mistake. It increases your metabolism, lowers your body fat and protects you from some of the leading causes of early death and disability. You don’t have to lift like a bodybuilder (or look like one) to benefit from resistance training. And it’s never too late to get started."

    Anahad O’Connor, NY Times, How to Get Strong

 
 

reserve a session

The first session is 100% free of charge, with no strings attached.

Expect it to be about an hour long. We’ll chat about what you’re looking to get out of a training program, and do a short physical assessment — wear clothes you’re comfortable working out in. At the end of the session, we’ll talk about what a personalized program would look like for you.

It will be relaxed and fun!

  • “Success is the product of daily habits—not once-in-a-lifetime transformations.”

    -James Clear, Atomic Habits