Train With Someone Who Actually Has a Plan for You
NASM-certified coaching, in studio or online, built entirely around your body, your goals, and your real life. No fads, no guesswork — just a clear plan and a coach in your corner.
Coaching Built Around You
In person or online, one-on-one or small-group — every option starts with your goals and your life, not a cookie-cutter plan. Not sure which fits? Start with a free consult.
Mara Quinn, NASM-Certified Coach
I've spent nine years helping people in Austin and beyond do what they didn't think they could — get strong, lose the weight for good, come back from injury, and actually enjoy training.
I'm not interested in punishing workouts or fad diets. I build smart, individualized programs around your body, your history, and your real schedule, then coach you through every step with the kind of accountability that makes it stick. Whether you're a nervous beginner or a returning athlete, you'll have a plan that fits — and someone genuinely invested in your results.
- ✓NASM-certified, 9 years coaching
- ✓Programs built around your body & life
- ✓Strength, fat loss, nutrition & performance
- ✓Real accountability — in studio or online
Why Clients Stick With Mara
The things that turn a few motivated weeks into a genuine, lasting change.
A Plan Built for You
No copy-paste programs. Everything is designed around your goals, your body, your history, and your real schedule.
Coached, Not Just Counted
Every session and check-in includes real coaching — technique, progression, and adjustments — not just someone watching the clock.
Training + Nutrition Together
Results come from both. You get simple, sustainable nutrition habits alongside your training — never an extreme diet.
Real Accountability
Weekly check-ins, progress tracking, and honest feedback keep you consistent long after motivation fades.
Safe & Sustainable
Smart progression and a focus on form mean you build results that last — without burning out or breaking down.
In Studio or Anywhere
Train one-on-one in the Austin studio or get the same tailored coaching online, wherever life takes you.
Your First Few Weeks
Getting started is simple — and the consultation is free, with zero pressure.
Free Consultation
We talk through your goals, history, and schedule — and I'll tell you honestly how I can help and what's realistic.
Your Assessment
A movement and baseline assessment so your program starts exactly where you are — safely and effectively.
Your Custom Plan
I build your training and nutrition plan around everything we discussed, then we get to work together.
Coach, Track, Adjust
We train, check in weekly, and adjust as you progress — so the results keep coming and the habits stick.
Real Coaching, Real Work
A private, focused space — just you, the work, and a coach who's all in. Online clients get the same attention through the app.
Results You Actually Keep
Anyone can make you sore. The hard part — the part most programs skip — is building results that last after the 30-day challenge ends.
That's the whole point of how I coach. We focus on sustainable habits, smart progression, and the kind of consistency that compounds. You'll see real changes in strength, body composition, and energy, and you'll understand why — so you can keep them for good. No rebounds, no starting over every January.
- ✓Sustainable habits over quick fixes
- ✓Strength, body composition & energy gains
- ✓You learn the why, so it lasts
- ✓Progress tracked and celebrated
Transformations, in Their Words
Mara is the first trainer who actually listened. She built a program around my bad knee and my insane work schedule, and a year later I'm 30 pounds down and lifting things I never thought I could. Worth every single session.
I do her online coaching from across the country and it feels more personal than in-person trainers I've had. Weekly check-ins, form reviews, and a plan that adjusts to my life. Genuinely changed how I see fitness.
I came to Mara to get strong for my first half marathon and she got me to the finish line injury-free and faster than my goal. She knows her stuff and makes the work genuinely fun. Can't recommend her enough.
Book Your Free Consultation
No pressure, no obligation — just an honest conversation about your goals and exactly how I can help you reach them.
Frequently Asked Questions
I'm a complete beginner — is that okay?
More than okay — it's my favorite place to start. A huge portion of my clients began with little or no experience. We start with an assessment and meet your body exactly where it is, building confidence and strength from session one. No judgment, ever.
How does online coaching work?
You get a fully custom training and nutrition program in an easy app, plus weekly check-ins, video form reviews, and direct messaging with me. It's the same individualized coaching as in person — just on your schedule, wherever you are.
Do you help with nutrition too?
Yes, and it's a big part of getting results. I coach simple, flexible nutrition habits alongside your training — no extreme diets or banned foods, just sustainable structure that fits your life and finally sticks.
How often will we train?
That depends on your goals, schedule, and budget — many clients do two to three sessions a week, in person or online, with additional self-guided workouts in their plan. We'll figure out the right cadence together at your consultation.
What does it cost?
Pricing depends on the coaching option and frequency you choose, and I'm always upfront before you commit. Book a free consultation and I'll recommend the best fit for your goals and budget — there's never any obligation.
What if I have an injury or condition?
I regularly coach clients around injuries, post-rehab, and various conditions, and I'll always work within what's safe for you. Your assessment captures all of that so your program is built to help you, not aggravate anything. When needed, I'll coordinate with your physio or doctor.
Let's Talk About Your Goals
Tell me a little about what you're after and when works, and I'll be in touch to set up your free, no-pressure consultation — usually the same day.