Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Fitness & Performance Training in Cambridge
Catalyst Fitness & Performance is a private training studio dedicated to helping individuals achieve their physical and mental health goals through personalized fitness coaching, nutrition guidance, and community-driven support. Founded by Faisal Alam and Ryan Maciel, our team combines decades of experience in strength training, sports performance, and nutrition to create tailored programs that emphasize sustainable progress. We prioritize accountability, continuous improvement, and client-centered coaching, ensuring every individual receives the tools and knowledge needed to succeed.Our services include semi-private training, online coaching, corrective exercise, and athletic performance development, all grounded in evidence-based practices. With a focus on functional movement, injury prevention, and holistic wellness, we empower clients to move better, eat better, and enjoy life to their fullest potential.
Services
Fitness Coaching
Online Coaching
Semi-Private Training
Corrective Exercise
Athletic Performance
Nutrition Guidance
Movement Assessment
Bodyweight Workouts
Mobility Routines
Strength Training
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized fitness programs designed by certified strength and conditioning specialists.
- Our team includes registered dietitians and nutrition coaches for holistic health support.
- Semi-private training combines affordability with individualized attention in a small group setting.
- We prioritize functional movement and injury prevention in all our training methodologies.
- Clients receive continuous support through virtual coaching and at-home workout resources.
What people say
Excellent coaches
Personalized workouts
Fantastic experience
Sustainable strength gains
Supportive community
Services
Fitness Coaching
One-on-one coaching sessions tailored to individual fitness goals. Our certified trainers create structured programs focusing on strength, mobility, and functional movement. Clients receive hands-on guidance to ensure proper form and progressive overload while building sustainable exercise habits.
Semi-Private Training
Small group sessions with 1-3 clients per coach. Each participant follows a personalized program while benefiting from peer motivation. Combines individual attention with cost-effective training in a collaborative environment that fosters accountability and community support.
Corrective Exercise
Specialized programs addressing muscle imbalances and movement inefficiencies. Utilizes mobility work, activation drills, and myofascial release to improve posture, reduce pain, and enhance athletic performance through targeted corrective strategies for long-term functional improvement.
Athletic Performance
Comprehensive development for athletes focusing on strength, power, speed, and sport-specific skills. Programs build foundational movement patterns while enhancing explosiveness and conditioning to optimize on-field performance through scientifically validated training methodologies for competitive advantage.
Online Coaching
Remote fitness and nutrition guidance through our app platform. Clients receive customized workout plans, dietary recommendations, and progress tracking with regular check-ins from certified coaches to maintain accountability and adjust programs based on individual progress metrics.
People
Faisal Alam
Owner, Coach
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with expertise in biology and sports performance. Combines academic knowledge with practical experience to create effective training programs for diverse populations, from elite athletes to beginners, emphasizing sustainable progress and education.
Ryan Maciel
Dietitian, Coach
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Precision Nutrition Level 2 Coach. Specializes in habit-based nutrition coaching with 9 years of experience at Boston's Commonwealth Sports Club. Focuses on client-centered approaches to sustainable health and wellness improvements through dietary education.
Danny Borrero
Coach
Certified Athletic Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Specialist with experience at Cressey Sports Performance. Uses expertise in injury rehabilitation and functional movement to help clients build resilience through evidence-based training programs that emphasize proper mechanics and long-term health.
Questions
What services does Catalyst Fitness & Performance offer?
We provide fitness coaching, semi-private training, online coaching, corrective exercise, athletic performance programs, and nutrition guidance tailored to individual goals.
Are the coaches certified professionals?
Yes, our team includes Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists, registered dietitians, and certified personal trainers with advanced industry certifications.
What is semi-private training?
Semi-private training offers personalized programs in small groups of 1-3 clients, combining individual attention with peer motivation at an affordable rate.
Do you offer virtual coaching options?
Yes, we provide online coaching through our app for nutrition and fitness guidance accessible from anywhere.
How are training programs structured?
Programs are customized after a comprehensive assessment and include 3-6 week roadmaps with workouts, mobility routines, and progress tracking.
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Jess K.
Feb 12, 2019
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The trainers at Catalyst are dedicated, professional, and motivating! I have found them to be extremely knowledgable and committed--they coordinate comprehensive, individualized training programs that change up every single month. I have been regularly attending Catalyst for over a year and believe Faisal and Ryan are both experts in their field, thoughtful, and pleasure to spend time with...even when they are killing you with a cardio finisher : )
At Catalyst you can choose from private or small group classes--I have found both settings to allow the trainers to have lots of 1:1 time to help
At Catalyst you can choose from private or small group classes--I have found both settings to allow the trainers to have lots of 1:1 time to help
