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Personal training and health coaching — in-person and online — designed for people who are serious about lasting change in how they look, feel, and perform.
I'm Luc Alexander — originally from Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, where I grew up in the desert heat and spent most of my childhood in the water. I started swimming at 3, and by 14 I had discovered the weight room. Movement has been part of my DNA for as long as I can remember.
When I went to college I was studying industrial systems engineering — and like a lot of students, I was slowly falling apart. Poor sleep, no social life, completely out of shape. That disconnect made me realize something important: I didn't want to build systems for machines. I wanted to help people build better lives. So I changed majors, earned my degree in Nutritional Sciences, got certified, and started training clients in Mexico.
In 2018, life brought me to Pittsburgh — thanks to my wife Lindsey, who is very much from here. I kept doing what I love: coaching real people at local gyms, learning, growing. Today I operate as an independent personal trainer and coach, collaborating with PUNCH Boxing & Fitness Studio where I rent my own space and run my programs on my own terms.
Outside the studio I'm a tech nerd, a lover of electronic music, and someone who genuinely needs time in nature to stay sane — hiking, biking, kayaking. I get it when my clients say they struggle to find balance. I live that too.
Before we talk about reps or calories, I'll ask you one thing: Why do you really want this? Not the surface answer — the real one. Because once you find it, that's what drives you on the days motivation disappears. Finding that answer is where we start.
Whether you're local or across the world, there's a program built for you. All programs start with a free consultation call.
Not a PDF. Not an app. Real coaching built on weekly 60-minute video calls, behavioral science, and genuine accountability — available from anywhere in the world.
Train in a fully equipped private studio — no crowds, no waiting, no distractions. Every session is precision-programmed and fully supervised.
Private studio sessions combined with weekly online coaching calls. Build the body in the gym, build the blueprint in your mind. This is the complete transformation package — for people who want everything working together.
Not ready to commit yet? Start here. Three free protocols you can download and use today — no strings attached.
Stop hitting snooze. A specific hydration, light-exposure, and movement sequence to double your morning focus — no extra caffeine required.
Erase back pain and fix your posture with this 5-minute daily mobility flow designed specifically for high-performers glued to screens.
No starving, no complex cooking. A 72-hour shopping list and meal plan to de-bloat and stabilize your blood sugar so you feel human again.
Most programs fail because they ignore the human behind the body. Here's what makes this approach different.
Every program is built on evidence-based principles — progressive overload, periodization, and precision. Every rep has a reason.
No more going it alone. You have a coach monitoring your progress, adjusting your plan, and keeping you on track week after week.
No crash diets. No extreme protocols. We build habits that fit your actual life — because consistency always beats intensity.
Using motivational interviewing, we address the root causes of what's held you back and systematically remove them.
Studio sessions are fully private. Online sessions are 1-on-1. No audience, no comparison — just you and the work that matters.
From 25 to 75, every program adapts to your body, history, and goals. Age is data — and we use it as an advantage, not a limit.
Simple, transparent pricing — no hidden fees. New in-person clients start with the Starter Package to build the right foundation. Higher-frequency tiers are earned through consistency.
📍 New Client Starting Points — In-Person
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⭐ Signature Program
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🏢 Level Up — Full-Hour Weekly Training
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Complete 6 months of Foundation to unlock this tier
Complete 12 months of consistent in-person training to unlock
🥊 Specialty Boxing & Senior Programs
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👥 Group General Fitness
1-hour group classes · billed per session · family packages require consistent weekly commitment
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🏡 At-Home Private Training
Your home. Your schedule. Zero commute. I bring the expertise, the programming, and the full training experience directly to you — no gym required. Book one session at a time, no package needed. Designed for busy professionals and families in the Mt. Lebanon and Upper St. Clair area who want elite coaching without leaving their door.
🎟️ Drop-In Studio Session
Not ready to commit to a monthly package? Book one private session at a time. Full hour, fully private studio, same quality of coaching — at a premium rate. Ideal for travellers, occasional visitors, or anyone who wants to try before they commit.
🌐 Online Coaching — Available Worldwide
Can't make it to the studio? The full coaching experience is available anywhere in the world via weekly video calls.
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No staged photos, no paid reviews — just honest feedback from clients who put in the work.
"Luc helped me realize I had the answers inside me all along. Lost 30 lbs and, for the first time in years, I actually feel like myself. He doesn't push you — he leads you."
"He showed me that age is just a number. I feel stronger and more confident than I did 20 years ago. The private studio made all the difference — no intimidation, just results."
"Down 40 pounds. Luc doesn't just tell you what to do — he helps you build the habits that make it impossible to go back. Best investment I've ever made in myself."
"Juggling 3 kids and a demanding career, I had completely given up on my health. Luc changed that. Now I'm modeling healthy habits for my children. It went way beyond fitness."
"I tried every diet and program out there. Nothing stuck until I worked with Luc. The weekly calls keep me accountable — he genuinely understands what drives me and what holds me back."
"At 55, I never expected to actually enjoy working out. Luc changed that. My doctor commented on my bloodwork at my last physical — said whatever I'm doing, keep doing it."
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