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MAD MAX METZGAR • CHICAGO, IL | COLUMBUS, OH

“ Don’t be afraid to fail, be afraid not to try.” - Michael Jordan

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Our Mission

Most of us never had someone teach us how to treat our bodies. How to eat, move, sleep, or how to cope with stress. Even less often are we fortunate enough to have a mentor who teaches us how to think right. At Fight For Your Fitness, we are dedicated to helping people become the best versions of themselves by embracing holistic wellness, physical training, mindful living, and balanced nutrition.

Rooted in the philosophy of martial arts, our approach focuses on cultivating self-respect, self-control, and mental clarity. We believe that true transformation begins with a strong relationship with oneself. Together, we foster that through personalized training, including strength and mobility training, nutrition coaching, and mindfulness practices.

Through our transformation programs, we help frustrated adults who’ve repeatedly failed to lose fat and build muscle finally become lean, strong, and confident through simplified UFC‑style training, nutrition, and mindset—all while still eating foods they enjoy. We help our clients make sustainable lifestyle changes that improve their physical and mental well-being so that they can live with greater confidence, energy, and joy. We reject extreme dieting, rigid training methodologies, and perfectionism; advocating instead for a balanced, enjoyable path to lifelong health.

Discipline

We train with purpose and hold ourselves accountable.

Brotherhood

This is a team, not a class. We rise together.

Authenticity

No gimmicks. Just proven methods and real coaching.

Transformation

We're here for the long game sustainable change that lasts.

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THE MAN BEHIND THE MADNESS

Max Metzgar — The Story So Far

Max Metzgar is a professional mixed martial artist, personal coach, MMA coach, and self-proclaimed "Mad Man." Raised on the South Side of Chicago, Max built his foundation through years of martial arts discipline, competitive wrestling, and an unwavering belief that the hardest work always pays off.

Now based in Columbus, Ohio, Max is the #1 Lightweight MMA fighter in the state — and his mission extends far beyond the cage. He created Mad Max Academy and Fight For Your Fitness out of a genuine desire to build something real in Columbus: a legitimate, professionally run training environment where fighters and everyday people alike can push past their limits.

He holds a NASM certification as a Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach, attended The Ohio State University on academic scholarship, and remains an undefeated professional fighter. His story is one of grit, personal reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of growth — the same values he brings to every athlete and client he coaches.

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AMAZING SUCCESS STORIES

Check out some of their life-changing stories!

Max is a wonderful personal trainer! He’s a great listener when it comes to your goals and an encouraging presence in the gym. The atmosphere is fun and non judgmental while still focused and engaging enough to see results. 10/10 would recommend!

Kori Stewart

Started the program with zero mma experience - Max met me where I was at, helped me build my fundamentals, and kept me at a pace where I felt involved but not overwhelmed. Overall excellent coaching across all levels, with attention to detail and solid technique as the focal point, in addition to a supportive and encouraging community. Highly recommend

Remington Norman

I’ve been doing personal training with Max for almost a year now. He’s been instrumental in helping me become more confident in the weight room. I’ve learned a ton about lifting form, supplements, and overall nutrition for muscle gain & fat loss. One of the biggest transformations I’ve ever made to my body was under the supervision & direction of Max. Can’t recommend him enough!

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   Mike Vannest 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Max was a phenomenal teacher!
  
 
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   alex pavloff 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Phenomenal teacher. Great experience.
  
 
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   Collin Hughes 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent coaching, Max really cares and can help your fitness/fighting skills regardless if you’re a first timer in a gym or a professional level fighter
  
 
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   Remington Norman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Started the program with zero mma experience - Max met me where I was at, helped me build my fundamentals, and kept me at a pace where I felt involved but not overwhelmed. Overall excellent coaching across all levels, with attention to detail and solid technique as the focal point, in addition to a supportive and encouraging community. Highly recommend
  
 
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   Kewane Barnes 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Been training with Max for some time now, nothing better than this guy, I tell you. Well worth the time and money. This guy is a former fighter who knows his stuff fr 👏🏾💯.
  
 
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   Ace Bamason 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Im able to confidently say that this team, this brotherhood, at MMFT, is the best thing I've ever done and I'm happy to see where our team goes in the years to come
  
 
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   Kori Stewart 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Max is a wonderful personal trainer! He’s a great listener when it comes to your goals and an encouraging presence in the gym. The atmosphere is fun and nonjudgmental while still focused and engaging enough to see results. 10/10 would recommend!
  
 
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   Stan .P 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Takes his time and analyzes each person and where they’re at and works with us like a true coach should with just enough strictness to push you to where you grow but super fun.
a great learning atmosphere judgment free . I totally recommend🙏🏾
  
 
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   Tim Schilling 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend Max as a personal trainer. We have trained with him for over 2 years and it’s been a great experience. Following his program for me I have gained so much strength, it’s be awesome!