I went from 290 to 200 lbs in six months.

Michael at 290 lbs, before
Before290lb
Michael at 200 lbs, six months later
Six months later200lb

Now I coach a small group of people through the same system. Coaching is by application, so everyone I take on gets my full attention.

Takes about two minutes. I reply within 48 hours.

It has worked numerous times.

Both of these are me, at different times, in different mirrors. This system has worked for me numerous times. It's not a crash diet. It's a way of eating and training you can keep doing.

Everyone starts somewhere different. Your results depend on your starting point and how consistent you are.

Michael, lean, posing in a mirror Michael, lean and muscular, in a gym locker room
Michael, founder of Athlo Fitness

Why I started Athlo

At 290 lbs I'd tried crash diets, YouTube workouts and random gym routines. I'd go hard for two weeks, then fall apart.

What finally worked wasn't a trick. I stopped looking for shortcuts and built a system: I tracked my food, trained on a plan, took recovery seriously and adjusted when progress stalled. Six months later I weighed 200.

Athlo is that system, built around your life instead of mine. Nobody handed me the roadmap, so I made one. I coach a limited number of people at a time so I can actually keep up with each of them.

What coaching includes

Every plan is built around your goal, your schedule and food you actually like.

Fat loss blueprint
The calorie and macro setup behind my 90 lb drop, adjusted to your body and goal.
Training plan
Gym or home, beginner to advanced. Every session has a purpose.
Nutrition
Meal plans and grocery guides that don't feel like punishment.
Progress tracking
Track what matters, and know when to push and when to recover.
Mindset and habits
How to keep going once the first burst of motivation wears off.
Community
Accountability from people working toward the same thing.

How it works

  1. Apply

    Answer five quick questions. It takes about two minutes.

  2. I read it

    I review every application myself and reply within 48 hours.

  3. We talk

    A short call about your goals, to see if we're a good fit. You'll get exact pricing here.

  4. You start

    You get your plan built around your numbers and your schedule, and we get to work.

Apply for coaching

Find your starting numbers

A free estimate of how much to eat each day for your goal. Use it on your own, or bring it to your call.

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Questions

How much does coaching cost?

It depends on how much support you need. I'll walk you through the options and exact pricing on our call. Applying is free, and there's no pressure to sign up.

I'm a complete beginner. Is this for me?

Yes. Your plan starts where you are now. I was a beginner at 290 lbs too.

Do I need a gym?

No. You can train at a gym or at home, and your plan is built around the equipment you have.

How much time will it take each week?

Your training is built around your schedule, whether you can train three days a week or six.

Will I have to give up food I like?

No. The meal plans and grocery guides are built around food you actually enjoy. It's about how much and how often, not cutting things out forever.

I've started and quit before. Why would this be different?

I quit everything too, until I stopped looking for shortcuts. You get a plan that fits your life, a simple way to track progress, and accountability for the weeks when motivation drops.

Can women apply?

Yes. The principles are the same, and your plan is built for your body and your goals.

What happens after I apply?

I read every application myself and reply within 48 hours. If it looks like a fit, we set up a short call to go over your goals.

Apply for coaching

I keep my client list small so everyone gets real attention. Tell me where you are and where you want to be. I read every application myself and reply within 48 hours.

MichaelFounder of Athlo Fitness

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What's your main goal?
How much training experience do you have?
How ready are you to start?
Tell me about your situation
Where can I reach you?