In the past, I always thought of myself as a bookworm and exercise wasn't a regular part of my life. It wasn't until I injured my back and dealt with debilitating pain, that I knew I needed to take better care of my body. I wanted to find a fitness coach who would understand my experience as a queer, non-binary person. Landyn was the perfect fit.

Landyn gave me the encouragement and accountability I needed to make exercise a regular part of my life. As a busy parent and grad student, it was so helpful to have them create an individualized plan that I could fit into my packed schedule.

With their help, not only did my back pain go away, but I was able to play more with my kids and even completed a 10K Tough Mudder with the coolest queer and trans team! Landyn pushed me to work harder than I knew I could, while also teaching me to listen to my body.

If I could go back in time and tell myself that going to the gym would be one of my favorite parts of the week I wouldn't believe it! I'm so proud to see how much my physical and mental health have improved and I can't wait to keep growing!

I’ve always experienced body dysphoria, surprise, surprise, haha. I’ve started and stopped so many diets and plans over the years, but getting top surgery pushed me to finally take my fitness seriously. That’s when I reached out to Landyn.

Landyn understood my goals right away and had plenty of experience with body recomposition which is what I wanted to do to build up my chest post-top surgery. I’m also REALLY busy with work and they were able to meet me where I was at. Normally, my busy work and travel schedule would derail me and I’d fall off the bandwagon again, but they encouraged me again and again to keep going to the gym even if it was 1 day a week. 

Through it all I learned that no matter what, consistency—even if imperfect—is key. As corny as it sounds, the thought of my younger self seeing me now makes me want to cry! I thought I’d always feel uncomfortable and awkward in my body, but here we are. I genuinely wouldn’t have been able to get to this point without Landyn’s help and I can’t wait to see what else we unlock together.

When I first started training with Landyn, I was skeptical about my ability to be consistent with any sort of workout plan. Playing sports all through school taught me that any sort of “conditioning” was a punishment. Because of those experiences, I HATED working out.

I started coaching with Landyn a couple months after I started T, because I knew it would be affirming to put on muscle and more weight. I appreciated the mind-body connection I had to establish to properly work the different muscle groups. I feel stronger, not just physically but mentally and emotionally. I am so glad I got to co-create this experience with Landyn.

Landyn’s coaching is personalized and compassionate and I owe so much of my growth to them. I can’t recommend them enough, especially if you are BIPOC and/or 2SLGBTQIA+. I appreciate you Landyn!

Landyn helped change the way I related to food and fitness. Before I started training with Landyn, I was very inconsistent with my workout routine and never really fueled my body in ways that never kept me full or satisfied.

After working with Landyn for three months, my body and my relationship to my body changed! I was surprised by my results and couldn’t believe how my body had transformed. I also completely look at food in a more positive way. I have never felt better about how I look in the mirror.

When you sign up to work with Landyn, you also gain a community of people that have similar goals to you! Hearing other people’s tips and struggles helps in staying motivated. If you’re feeling stuck or need some direction, I would definitely recommend working with Landyn!

The approach and things I learned have gone beyond a quick fix or a fad trend. I feel like I have gained skills and knowledge to better take care of myself for the rest of my life. The non-guilt tripping, trauma and queer informed approach has made me feel like I can make progress at my own pace that I will stick with.

I have felt very supported by Landyn and Dominic through their constant communication and willingness to be accessible.

It has also helped to have the group calls with other clients and know that I am not alone, but experiencing similar things to other people. Sometimes being trans can be lonely, particularly in spaces like the fitness world, so having that community aspect has been very helpful. I also love the ease and accessibility of the Training app. It has been so helpful for workouts and takes a lot of the guessing out with the previous sessions stats, easy log, examples, rest timers, and the end check in about how the workout went.

I finally wanted to invest in myself because I wanted to love what I saw in the mirror, I wanted to ease my gender dysphoria and start a lifestyle that I’ve never experienced.

My husband also decided to start this new journey with me and together we have been able to learn new things, watch each other meet goals, and overall see improvement in our health and wellness.

Landyn has been great working and communicating with us as a unit, but also on an individual basis. While we both had the goal to bring fitness into our lives, we still have our individual needs, history, barriers, and feelings about our bodies and I feel like Landyn has listened and taken all that into account. The program also taught us so much about nutrition and we have been implementing new behaviors and putting more thought into our grocery lists. It truly feels like night and day with how much we have been able to change and learn.

I love that I can share my thoughts, feelings, or new goals and be met with understanding and motivation. I feel like fitness can feel super vulnerable especially just starting, but I don’t fear asking questions or sharing my thoughts anymore because of this team and community!

I’ve lived with constant chronic pain for over 12 years, I had given up on fitness and exercise because of it until a couple of years ago, and prior to my condition, I had an eating disorder. 

Landyn took my goals and my fears seriously. They set me up with a plan that wouldn't count calories. At first, I had a ton of self-doubt, and was in my head a lot.

But after a short time, I could feel the difference. I was more energetic thanks to veggies and complex carbs, and my workouts were progressing way faster than before. My form and posture improved, and little by little my clothes started fitting me differently. 

My relationship with food has improved a lot. I've laid a foundation of flavorful nutritious food, so ice cream isn't some guilt-ridden “fuck-my-body” expression of my anger at my disabled, Trans body. It's just a pleasurable addition to the loads of veggies and chicken I'm eating.

Working with Landyn has changed way more than I bargained for—I can feel the difference in my body, and it's just going to get better from here.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time working with Landyn. When the COVID outbreak put a halt to my boxing training, I sought out Landyn’s help to “maintain” my conditioning until I could return to the ring.

By two months of their highly specific and attentive program, I had not only maintained, but EXCEEDED my fitness goals. Now that my boxing training has recommenced, the powerful effects of Landyn’s training are very evident in everything from my muscle endurance, stamina, balance, boxing form, and even the absence of post-workout lower back pain!

I highly recommend Landyn’s coaching to anyone looking for a personalized fitness program focused on the overall health and wellness of an individual, rather than arbitrary measurements like weight. They are also super funny and personable, so I look forward to our conversations.

Landyn’s coaching has not only changed the way I take care of my body, it also helped me embrace the body that I have and can be. I feel amazingly healthy and wholesomely sexy! I used to look at myself as ‘skinny fat’, aiming to be thinner. I realized that no matter how much I cut down, I couldn’t snap out of this perception of inner body shaming.

Now, I look at my newly strengthened body with care and gratitude. I’ve filled out my entire body with muscles that I never would’ve thought could gain to this extent! A number of my friends would point out how much muscle I’ve gained, and it’s really encouraging to see it with my own eyes, stripped from my previously body-shaming perception of myself. It’s been an incredibly fulfilling journey and I’m still in it for more!

At 31 I’m feeling the best and most stable in my body I’ve ever felt.

Lifting has given me so much more than I could have expected. It’s allowed me to really, truly love my chest for the first time. After surgery complications and a revision I was left with some deflation under my right pec, and a lot of depression. I’m genuinely amazed to see how much lifting has already improved things so far.

What’s more is lifting has become a form of practicing mindfulness. It’s become ritual of connecting more deeply to my body, of tuning in to each sensation and being present, of getting to know my limits and listening more closely. Working with Landyn has been nothing but the best and I’m so grateful for their thoughtful approach to fitness.

Working with Landyn has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.

I came into the experience with zero knowledge or experience, having ignored my body my whole life. As I creep further into middle age, I’ve become increasingly aware of how important it is to take care of my body and avoid injuries.

After neglecting to take care of myself for so long, I didn’t really know where to start. I was completely terrified, but ready to make some changes when I first started with Landyn.

Some of my goals were to gain strength, mobility and confidence, and to more easily be able to do the physical activities that I love like kayaking, yard work and stacking wood.

With Landyn’s guidance and support, I’ve been able to connect with my body, meet (and exceed!) my goals, and find joy in working out. I feel more confident and present in my body and I have found doing physical things easier and more enjoyable.

I’ve never felt more at peace with myself, and I can’t imagine moving forward in life without a fitness routine. I feel stronger, more energized and surprised by what my body is capable of. I can’t recommend working with Landyn enough!

Working with Landyn truly changed how I viewed myself and my relationship with exercise.

Personally, the anxiety that I face as a larger person is that I don’t feel like I deserve to take up space because I’m not “good” or “fit” enough to be working out. Landyn created an environment where all of that went out of the window. If a particular move was not accessible, we adjusted, if I was experiencing pain such as cramps, we worked on relieving that. Landyn always asked me questions showing that they really cared for me and my well-being.

Through my love of the outdoors, I had been introduced to the sport of rock climbing, but never in a million years did I think I’d be able to partake. It seemed like the most unattainable goal. After a few months of working with Landyn, I had enough courage to not only walk into my first climbing gym ever, but do it completely alone. I owe that entirely to the work I did at home with Landyn.

I’ve always been active and liked exercise/sports, but it felt like there was an invisible wall I couldn’t break through. As far back as high school or as recently as a couple of years ago, I remember training hard, but every time, I’d hit that wall again and stop making progress.

Working with Landyn gave me a ton of confidence and helped me finally break through the plateau! Their workouts, nutrition guidance, and advice made my journey so much simpler, and immediately I felt a change from training solo. I especially appreciated their approach to mindfulness, listening to your body, pushing yourself but also staying well-rounded and healthy.

I started lifting again to feel stronger and see if I could put on some muscle, but it’s changed so much more than that. Now I can jump higher, stretch further, ride my bike longer, play basketball harder (even the big guys can’t move me on the court anymore 😅). It’s had so many unexpected benefits and I couldn’t have done it without Landyn’s help!

I originally started lifting with Landyn in preparation for Top Surgery. I wanted my body to be as strong and healthy as possible for a speedy recovery.

What I didn’t expect was to fall in love with exercising and to build a new hobby that brings me so much euphoria. Growing up, I have always been active and involved in sports and as I got older and lost touch with those activities. I began to feel more and more dysphoria and insecurities in my body. Working out and lifting has made me realize how important it is for my mental health for my body to be moving and exercising on a schedule.

This new hobby has not only helped me to love my body and become more comfortable with who I am but has also improved my mental health and given me routine and stability in a time of so much change. I’m truly grateful for Landyn and their approach to fitness, encouragement, and accountability.

Within a year, Landyn has been a foundation in helping me create Quinn 2.0.

At the start of the year, I remember 10 lbs feeling heavy and could not imagine myself taking up space at the gym. Now 150 workout sessions in, I walk into the gym with confidence, give myself grace as I continue to learn, and continue to hit numerous accomplishments I never thought were possible.

My progress and accomplishments would not have been achievable without asking Landyn for feedback about my form and support to regain motivation and esteem when my doubt and anxieties got the best of me.

Fitness has become a part of my life and has most importantly improved my ability to take care of my two cats ❤️

I sought out Landyn after following them on IG for a year or so, their consistent knowledge around exercise and inclusivity always impressed me. I have been an athlete my whole life and am a spin instructor, but I decided to work with Landyn to learn more about weight lifting and nutrition, while having support and encouragement.

The top 3 things I’ve gained out of working with Landyn has been:

1. KNOWLEDGE - what to do, how to do it, and understanding why for both.

2. Structure/ support/ accountability to follow through with the goal I set.

3. Learning to push through all or nothing mindsets and show up consistently.

I am significantly stronger, almost 9 pounds heavier and I have a much better understanding of how to eat well to grow. I am in a great rhythm with resting and working. It feels sustainable and is really exciting.

I would recommend Landyn to anyone at any level who is ready to commit time to themselves and wants support trying to reach their goals with fitness. Landyn will listen to your goals and tailor a program for you to meet them.

Strength training has provided me with the literal body knowledge that I am capable of finding strength, pride and joy for myself through this ritual. It’s become less about chasing an “ideal body” for me now and more about loving myself exactly where I’m at in the present.

I deeply appreciated Landyn’s care and check-ins along the way— they not only provide supportive guidance and expertise to all my workout questions, but they’re also super empathic and understand the journey I’ve been on.

Some days I might “mess up” and that’s ok. Giving myself grace helps me pick back up the next day. Some days are harder than others in terms of feeling my self-worth amidst depressive waves, but when I look back at these photos and where I started, I allow myself to be like, “Damn, you DID THAT. You’re doing it!”

Just six months ago, I was feeling insecure – I had completely lost my confidence and my body dysmorphia had just become all-consuming. I was looking for a way to feel better in my clothes, and I thought the key was just losing some weight. I had struggled in the past with programs that were strictly nutrition-focused, without a real person holding me accountable. I had spent about a year trying various diets, and I just kept losing and gaining the same ten pounds over and over again.

When a friend suggested a personal trainer, I knew it was important to me to find one who was trans and could understand some of my body issues at a very basic level. Landyn understood not only my body dysmorphia but also my life-consuming career. They recognized that there was work to do and that we needed to figure out how to slot it into my existing routine, rather than trying to restructure my life.

Today, I’ve lost over 25 pounds, but more than that, I have gained an unprecedented level of confidence. I’m at the gym three times per week, constantly pushing myself to beat my own numbers from the previous session. I leave feeling invigorated, ready to tackle the day. And on weeks when I feel like life is really kicking my ass, I know throwing around a little weight will make me feel better.

Working with Landyn has truly changed my life, and we’re just at the beginning. I can’t wait to see where I’m at in another six months. I’ll be able to deadlift your dad, probably. But seriously, if you’ve ever considered taking your relationship with your body and fitness to the next level, Landyn is the one!

I’ve ✨never✨ felt more comfortable in my body.

This coaching program is the biggest and most important investment I’ve ever made in myself. It’s unbelievable all the ways my body and mind has changed in just over a year's time.

The way I hold myself, my confidence, wearing clothes actually feels GOOD!!

Landyn helped me accomplish everything I set out to do and I can’t wait to keep growing and learning.

Before working with Landyn, I always felt anxious about my progress because I didn't have a long term, comprehensive plan. I was plateauing because I was confused on which program to follow.

Landyn has helped me to see the bigger picture and I have someone to guide me on how to handle nutrition for bulking, how to hit my calories and macros, how to plan meals and be consistent.

I don't worry as much about the day-to-day ups and downs because I know that as long as I am consistent, my overall progress is trending towards my goals.

I’ve been training with Landyn for over 3 years now! I used to workout inconsistently, but after I started training with Landyn, they have always kept me accountable and encouraged me to stay on track even when I felt like I was not progressing.

My body has fluctuated numerous times with in the 3 years due to multiple life events, but staying with Landyn showed me ways to keep integrating a balanced workout and lifestyle when life gets busy and chaotic.

Landyn introduces me to many new types of exercises I’ve never done and worked out so many different muscles that I never knew I could workout. Nevertheless, after 3 years with Landyn, I can attest to all the progress I’ve made so far with the help of Landyn and their training plans for me. I can see how far I’ve come and have never been happier with my body.