Through online fitness and nutrition coaching, I help busy dads lose weight, build strength, and have more energy for their family without sacrificing time with them.
Why Most Dads Struggle to Lose Weight
Trying to take care of your health while working full-time and raising a family is hard.
Most fitness programs expect you to spend hours in the gym, follow complicated meal plans, and give up the foods you enjoy.
After a few weeks, the plan falls apart.
Not because you lack discipline.
Because the plan doesn’t fit your life.
That’s why most dads keep starting over.
A Simpler Way for Dads to Lose Weight
You don’t need to give up pizza night.
You don’t need to live in the gym.
And you definitley don’t need an overcomplicated plan that falls apart after a few weeks.
You just need a simple system that fits your life as a dad.
That’s exactly what the Fatherhood Fit Method is designed to do.
Your 3-Step Plan to Get in Shape
Schedule Your Free Gameplan Call -We’ll build a personalized plan that fits your schedule, priorities, and life as a dad.
Implement the Fatherhood Fit Method -Follow a simple system for workouts, nutrition, and accountability that fits into your busy life.
Show Up Stronger For Your Family -Lose weight, build strength, and have the energy to be fully present with the people who matter most.
The Choice Every Dad Eventually Faces
If nothing changes, the cycle continues.
Starting over every few months.
Feeling tired and out of shape.
Watching your health slowly slip as the years go by.
But it doesn’t have to stay that way.
You can have the energy to run around with your kids.
And you can start to show up as the dad your family looks up to.
“I had a great experience working with Anthony. He was consistently helpful and informative, and the workouts he gave me were always tailored to my needs. Whenever we talked, he responded to my questions with positive, encouraging answers and always gave me great feedback. He was very motivational and pushed me to do my best. I’d love to work with him again!”
– Nicolas Lanphere
“Anthony helps take the mystery and guess work out of losing weight. The exercises are easy to understand and can be done with what you have available. He takes time to explain the new habits and concepts while also being quick to reply to questions or concerns. His help in the 12 week program has helped set me up to continue a healthy lifestyle on my own.”
– Casey Kiister
“Had a great experience learning about nutrition and exercise. It was a new experience with it being remote but overall a good one. I had success using the program and benefitted from the accountability Anthony helped with. The apps were easy to navigate and he was always there to help with a question and follow up along the way.”
– Court White
“Anthony is an amazing trainer who helps motivate you. I was uncomfortable to work out in the gym alone because I was unsure of what I was doing. He definitely helped changed that and took his time to educate and ensure I was exercising correctly. This trainer is thoughtful, caring, and really cares about delivering results!”
– Adam Johnson
“Amazing trainer! Specifically for dads who sometimes have a hard time keeping and staying motivated. Anthony’s approach to getting and staying in shape is guilt free and science based. His weekly check ins and coaching sessions help you stay on track to reach your goals. Just an all around great guy too!!”
– Dustin Peterson
“I was in Anthony’s 12 week program. I was a little sceptical at first and didn’t think I would lose any weight. With the tools that he gave me, I was able to lose 25 pounds through exercise and sensible dieting. It is a lifestyle change that I feel is sustainable and that I can continue even after my program was done. Thanks Anthony for making me a healthier person! I don’t think I could have done it without your help.”
– Steve Micarelli
“Anthony was a HUGE help in empowering me to take control of my health and well-being. He provided great practical steps to take that really helped me and get organized and have the right mindset amid the busy lifestyle fatherhood brings. Definitely recommend Anthony to any fellow dad looking to kickoff their journey to a healthier lifestyle for them and their family!”
– Matthew Herrick
“I had a great experience with Anthony. He helped me focus on thinking about health and fitness as a part of a lifestyle rather focusing just on losing weight or gaining muscle, etc. We focused on things like eating mindfully, tracking food, and fitting in workouts when I could in my busy lifestyle.”
– Christopher Tuft
“Anthony “gets” the busy Dad experience and will help you focus on what’s important and get you into shape. I’ve learned a lot and am able to target areas of my life that need attention. Great job!”
– Jason Trigg
“Anthony is a genuine guy who truly cares about his clients. He kept it real with me through the entire process, helped tailor my workouts to my needs and capabilities, and his communication is second to none. I’ve never had a trainer go out of their way to make sure they were accessible like he was. His guidance, knowledge and accountability were key in helping me lose 10 pounds in 12 weeks. He understands what it’s like to be a busy dad and make fitness a realistic and achievable lifestyle.”
– Matt Sharp
“Anthony is a top-notch coach and motivator. He taught me so much about nutrition, eating properly, fitness, and being in control of your choices. He helped me lose 40 pounds and have kept it off. Thank you for your support, guidance and friendship.”
– Jason Hendry
“Anthony does a phenomenal job working remotely to help you stay on track with your goals. I live a few states away and he was willing to take me on as a nutrition client. I’ve always struggled with my weight and couldn’t figure out how to maintain, let alone, find better resolutions. Anthony made this extremely easy for me. Through weekly check ins, practice certain habits, and always being held accountable, I was able to find a consistent weight and keep it there while working on each habit. Highly Recommend A-Pluff Training!”
– Allen Knappenberger
“Had a great experience with Anthony having him as a trainer. He gave me alot of good tips and helped me lose 12 lbs in the first 3 months of my journey. I highly recommend him for anyone’s journey whether they are looking to lose weight or they already started the journey he will be able to help.”
–Roque Rivera
“Anthony is a fantastic coach! He does great tailoring his coaching to dad’s in general and goes the extra mile to further refine his coaching for each individual’s situation. To top things off, he’s also very encouraging and easy to talk to.”
–Jeffrey Utter
About Anthony
Being a dad is the best job in the world. But I’ve learned that to lead my family well, I have to take care of my own health first.
I’ve been into fitness since I was a kid, from home workouts in grade school to lifting in college. But it wasn’t until I started teaching PE and leading nutrition lessons that something really clicked.
I realized I could teach kids about healthy eating, but if those habits weren’t being modeled at home, nothing would change. Most of them weren’t choosing their meals. Their parents were. And a lot of those parents didn’t know where to start.
That was a lightbulb moment for me. If you want to change the health of a family, it starts with dad.
After gaining weight post-marriage and struggling to stay consistent, I went all in on learning what actually works. Through trial and error, coaching, and study, I built a simple system that fits into even the busiest of schedules. No complicated nutrition structure. No long workouts. Just habits that busy dads can actually stick to.
Now, through the Fatherhood Fit Method, I make weight loss simple for busy dads and help them get strong, take control of their health, lead with confidence, and model the kind of life they want for their kids.
“Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him.” — Psalm 127:3 (NLT)
Credentials
Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology
Master’s of Science in Curriculum and Instruction
Precision Nutrition Level 1
Precision Nutrition Level 2
Online Trainer Academy Level 1
Online Trainer Academy Level 2
National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer
National Academy of Sports Medicine Corrective Exercise Specialist
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Fatherhood Fit Method?
The Fatherhood Fit Method is an online coaching program for busy dads who want to lose weight, get stronger, and take control of their health again.
Everything is built around your real life. Work, kids, responsibilities, all of it.
You’ll get a personalized plan for your workouts and nutrition so you know exactly what to do each week. We’ll keep things focused on the few habits that actually move the needle so you’re not wasting time.
We check in regularly through Zoom calls, and you’ll use the coaching app to log workouts, track progress, and message me whenever you need help.
You’re not doing this on your own. You’ll always know what the next step is, and you’ll have a coach in your corner to help you follow through.
And when you take care of your health, it doesn’t just help you. Your family benefits too. Your kids see what it looks like to take care of yourself and lead by example.
What happens on the Gameplan Call?
It’s just a conversation.
We’ll talk about where you’re at right now, what you’ve tried in the past, and what you’d like to change about your health.
If it makes sense, I’ll walk you through what a simple plan could look like for you and how the Fatherhood Fit Method works.
Either way, you’ll leave the call with more clarity on what your next steps should be.
What if I’ve tried other programs and nothing worked?
That’s actually where most dads are when they find me.
Usually the issue isn’t discipline. It’s that the plan never fit your life.
The Fatherhood Fit Method focuses on a few core habits that actually move the needle. No extreme diets. No complicated routines that fall apart the moment work or family gets busy.
The goal is to build something you can stick with long term. A system that works with your schedule, not against it.
What makes this different from other programs or apps I can download for support?
Most apps give you a generic plan and send you on your way.
Inside the Fatherhood Fit Method, you’re working directly with me.
Your plan is built around your goals, your schedule, and your life as a dad. And when things change, we adjust together.
You’ll have regular check ins, direct messaging, and support the entire time.
This isn’t just a workout plan. It’s coaching and accountability so you actually follow through.
How much does the program cost?
The Fatherhood Fit Method is a coaching program, so the investment depends on how long you want support.
Most dads choose either the 12 week program or the 6 month option.
But the goal of the Gameplan Call isn’t to talk about price. It’s to figure out what’s actually been holding you back and what a simple plan forward could look like.
If it’s clear that coaching would help, I’ll walk you through what the program looks like and what the investment is. If not, you’ll still leave the call with a clear direction for what to focus on next.
Do I have to give up my favorite foods?
No.
If a plan forces you to cut out everything you enjoy, it’s not going to last.
You’ll learn how to include foods like burgers and pizza without letting them derail your progress. The goal is to build a way of eating that fits your life.
I’m super busy. Can I actually do this?
Yes.
The program was designed for dads who don’t have hours to spend in the gym.
Most workouts take around 30 minutes, and nutrition is kept simple.
We build a plan that fits into your schedule so it’s something you can actually stick with.
Do I need to be in shape to start?
Not at all.
Some guys are starting completely from scratch. Others are getting back into things after years away from training.
Either way, we start where you are and build from there. The goal is steady progress, not trying to do everything perfectly right away.
What if I don’t have a gym or a lot of equipment?
That’s not a problem.
Your program is customized based on what you have available. You can train at home, at a gym, or a mix of both.
You don’t need a fancy setup to get results.
What kind of results can I expect?
Most dads lose somewhere between 10 and 20 pounds in the first 12 weeks.
But the bigger changes are what come with that.
More energy. Feeling stronger. Clothes fitting better. And finally feeling like you’re back in control of your health.
And besides the numbers on the scale, you start feeling like you’re actually practicing what you want your kids to learn.
