Stout-Heart Fitness - Lancaster, California

John C.

Five stars is not enough! My wife and I have been training at Stout-Heart Fitness for some time now, and it has been an incredible journey - from a home garage gym when we first joined to their new location, which is a full-fledged professional space with an expanding team of trainers. Their approach, rooted in StrongFit, blends strength training with CrossFit principles, and starts with biometric assessments to track measurable progress. Beyond workouts, they also provide dietary counseling, making it a truly holistic fitness experience.

We’ve had the privilege of working with Josiah, and we couldn’t ask for a better trainer. When we started he primarily worked with neurodivergent individuals. From the outset he brought a welcoming, understanding, and motivational approach to our sessions; Josiah is incredibly kind, personable, patient, and knowledgeable, always bringing the positive, uplifting energy - despite whatever you bring with you to class, by the time you leave you'll be happy you went.

What sets Josiah apart is his emphasis on the mental and emotional aspects of fitness—helping us recognize how our mindset impacts our workouts and how our workouts, in turn, influence our mental state. He genuinely cares about our progress, is excited about our personal records, and is invested in our well-being. We travel frequently for work, and we’re genuinely dreading our next move because we know we’ll never find another trainer quite like Josiah. If you’re looking for a solid gym in the AV, Stout-Heart Fitness is uncontested.

Mylaina L.

Stout-Heart is Absolutely amazing! My mother who is 78 has dealt with chronic pain due to a 50 year old injury. Chiropractic care helped immensely, but when she was bed ridden for 2 years due to long COVID her pain was becoming debilitating. So she decided to try Stout-Heart as physical therapy. Her first day she walked in needing a cane. Stout-heart thought her how to use her core instead of her injured back and after her first visit she was starting to improve. She has a long recovery ahead of her, and does physical therapy sessions twice a week, these are tailored to her long term goals of functioning without pain and also her short term concerns that come up during the week. Matthew is very knowledgeable and is able to adjust workouts in the moment as needed!

100% recommendations, absolutely amazing results. If you are willing to put in the work and want an instructor who will listen and communicate with you, Stout-heart is the place to come!

Marlen N.

I was in search of a trainer for my son with Autism. I wasn't happy with previous regular trainers who did not know how to track goal progress and write down the data. They did not have the capability and patience to work with a person with a disability. When I heard about Matthew ( Stoutheartfitness ) I didn't hesitate to call him. Matthew listened to my concerns and wants, and we immediately set up an assessment appointment. It's been seven months since my son started training with him, and I am so impressed with his improvement. My son looks forward to his appointments with Matthew. I have seen Matthew's wife also training young ladies with disabilities, and she is so amazing. I recommend them 100%.

Danielle G.

The classes here are so amazing and the community is very uplifting as well. When I first talked to Elspeth and Matthew about joining, I felt that they really wanted to help the issues I had of not being as active and strong as I was when I did a lot of sports in high school. I lost my confidence, endurance, and it was nerve racking to take the first step to reach out. It was easily one of the best decisions I've ever made. The community within Stout-Heart is so amazing and they really just took my brother and me in like their family. I learned so much about my body and the mind to muscle connection they teach is life changing. The personal sessions also were a keystone in my fitness journey as they help with issues that I had during the classes. Their small class sizes allows the coaches to talk to you and really help you out. I cannot say enough compliments that they deserve because they made my life a whole lot more enjoyable. My back and knee issues were resolved with their unique exercises, and I'm a lot more confident in my life now. Stout heart and their staff is THE best gym in the AV area!

Jessica M.

Love my workouts with the Stout-Heart Fitness team! They are so knowledgeable in their field and they make you feel like family. I enjoy the small classes and the focus they give to ensure that each individual is getting the most from each training session. I’m very thankful that they set me up with the right plan that suited my schedule.

It is evident that fitness is their passion and that they truly care about their members.

Gina S.

Can't say enough good things about this gym. After my pregnancy and c-section I felt lost trying to safely exercise again. Stout-heart helped me become a stronger and more confident person. The coaches listen, motivate, and truly help you connect with your body and target muscles for amazingly effective strength and mental training. They foster a kind and non-judgmental community that truly wants to see each other succeed.

Stout-heart changed my life and helped me achieve my goals of becoming a stronger rock climber post-major surgery. I cannot recommend them enough, especially to any moms craving postpartum physical therapy or anyone else who has felt their ambitions to gain strength or mobility have fallen on deaf ears in the Healthcare system. Whether you are looking to improve your quality of life or just gain a little strength, Stout-heart is the place to do it!

Karissa H.

Training with the Stout Heart trainers has been wonderful! I hadn't realized how many daily movements I just avoided doing because they were painful for me (like getting my kids' shoes out from under the bed, or getting the biggest pot out of the bottom cabinet) until I started working with them and suddenly those little tasks were doable and easy again! They can work with anyone at any level of fitness!

Matt G.

When I first started going to stout heart fitness, for me, I wanted to get into shape. Sense then, with the help of Matthew, Elspeth, and all the other coaches I've gone farther than my original goal. The classes are small enough that I can easily ask for help if I'm struggling, but big enough that I can enjoy working out in a group. The 1 on 1 personals have helped me in so many ways like rehabbing an injury or giving me the confidence to do exercises that I am unfamiliar with. The community is amazingly welcoming which helped me gain the confidence to work out in a group setting.