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Google reviewers rate Empirical Fitness five stars based on 136 reviews, highlighting the trainer’s extensive knowledge of anatomy and injury rehabilitation. Clients describe personalized workout and nutrition plans that address specific physical limitations, with many noting improved strength and pain relief. The service includes online assessments and one-on-one coaching focused on functional movement. No significant criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, and the owner replied to only one percent of the reviews.
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“He's also a very kind person who will both meet you exactly where you're at and encourage you to push your limits in just the right way.”
“I highly recommend coming to workout with Jon if you are looking to level up your fitness.”
“Speaking as a massage therapist that focuses on sports therapy, I cannot recommend or praise anyone higher.”
“…vice, but he also has a good understanding of the human body and can explain the role of most muscles in an exercise as well as how weakness in certai…”
“He does a great job of understanding what you are looking for in terms of strength training, and creating a training and nutrition plan centered around that.”
“I feel like my body is finally learning how to run efficiently again.”
“I am happy to have started with Emperical Fitness and am happy to trust the process!”
“Jon was patient, talked me through any questions I had, and was very reasonable about making adjustments.”
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5.0 ★★★★★ 136 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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Had an online appointment with Jon, he had me do a series of movements, range of motion and stretches to help him pin point what caused the discomfort in my shoulder, the verdict was to the point and the corrective exercise given are helping from the get go. Very helpful.
I worked with Jon for a few months before I moved out of town and I can easily say he was the best personal trainer + physical therapist I've ever had. He may not market himself as a physical therapist but he understands the body better than most PTs I've worked with. He's also a very kind person who will both meet you exactly where you're at and encourage you to push your limits in just the right way. I am sad to have left Austin because I would have loved to have continued working with him. Work with Jon and you'll never need to look for a trainer again!
100/5 stars. This program helped me under My body so much better. Before I would train, not understand why I worked out a certain bodypart, and often didnt see results. BUT with Empirical Fitness, I was able to ask so many questions and finally understood why certain workouts didnt feel right. Jon has such a knowledge of the body that goes beyond a simple outside workout routine. I learned the right way to eat that was sustainable, and saw REAL RESULTS! You have the try it!!
John is VERY knowledgeable and KNOWS what he’s teaching. He’s also extremely patient, understanding, adaptive & adjusts the workouts to YOUR specific abilities, wants & needs. Makes you feel at ease, doesn’t judge and will even make you laugh. Again, VERY adjustable to YOUR personal preferences.
Jon has been incredible in the short time I’ve worked with him and changed the way I approach fitness around dramatically. He not only develops workout plans and gives nutrition advice, but he also has a good understanding of the human body and can explain the role of most muscles in an exercise as well as how weakness in certain areas might lead to injuries. I highly recommend coming to workout with Jon if you are looking to level up your fitness.
I’ve been training with Jon for only about six weeks. My goal was to gain weight and muscle, fast. Since I started, I’ve gained 5 pounds and can lift heavier than I ever have in my life. Somehow I can do more chin-ups now than 6 weeks ago, when I was 5 pounds lighter, because Jon is a wizard. He challenges me to push my limits every workout. I’m kinda weird and like to feel the pain of a good workout, so I couldn’t be happier with my training and progress!
Jon is an amazing trainer. I have been training with him for a few months and I can see a visible difference in my strength. He does a great job of understanding what you are looking for in terms of strength training, and creating a training and nutrition plan centered around that.
Jon is a fantastic coach who meets you where YOU are. He learns about you, your goals, nutrition and works with you to achieve them. Each of us have varied bodies, minds, goals and ‘wants’ out of fitness. Jon meets you there and takes you further. He guides and coached you, while gradually pushing you to achieve further than your goals (if needed). I have worked with trainers in the past, but have not anyone like how personalized he is in my training, nutrition, and in being available to me and my needs on a daily basis - if that is required. I am personally glad to have Jon as a coach to me and my entire family. Thank you, Jon!
Jon possesses intellectual curiosity. He knows what he knows (and that’s everything a body needs to get functional and fit) but he also knows what he doesn’t know (a body’s unique deficits.) His persistance and his studied, incremental approach to his clients’ needs really sets him apart from the throng of fitness professionals in Austin, who, by and large, are salespeople for systems, programs and brands or physical therapists on autopilot. Low overheads; high ideals. Come see what you’ve been missing!
Jon with Empirical Fitness is an amazing personal trainer. From the outset, he seeks to understand your fitness, lifestyle and nutrition goals so he can craft a plan for you. He’s friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and welcomes feedback so he can meet your needs. I highly recommend him!
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