About Change iz Fitness - Personal Trainer Fabian Paterson

WE START WHERE YOU ARE
WE USE WHAT YOU HAVE.
TO GET YOU WHERE YOU NEED TO GO.

MEET

Fabian Patterson - Trainer, Owner

Born and raised in Jamaica, I, Fabian, embarked on a journey that led me to serve 13 and a half years in the military. During that time, I earned an associate degree from Central Texas College and later completed my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Psychology from Chaminade University of Honolulu.
In 2010, after my second deployment, I was diagnosed with PTSD and faced the darkest moment of my life – a suicide attempt. But it was the day after this harrowing experience that I found my sanctuary in fitness. Over the next two years, with the help of a psychologist, I learned to manage my depression and discovered the transformative power of combining fitness with psychology.

By 2015, I was ready to share the revelation with the world. I earned my Personal Training and Nutrition Certification from the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and founded Change iz Fitness. Our mission is simple but impactful: to help people become the architects of their own change through a holistic approach to fitness and mental well-being.

In 2017, I was honorably discharged from the military, closing one chapter and fully committing to another – helping others find the life-changing benefits of a healthy body and mind.
When I’m not in the gym changing lives one squat at a time, you’ll find me hiking, catching the latest flick at the movies, or spending time with my family. These hobbies not only recharge me but also keep me grounded in my mission to make a lasting impact.

So there you have it, my journey from military service to mental health advocacy and fitness entrepreneurship.

Change iz Fitness

Four Pillars of Training

1

FORM

The most important aspect of training, form, is the thin line between result and injury. We also teach our clients how to adapt this pillar to other areas in their life.

2

CONTROL

The second pillar of the four pillars of training is control, which is the power to influence, direct, manage or move an object. Another critical aspect of fitness, but probably the most important to adapting to lifestyle change, it’s something we emphasize within our community.

3

CONSISTENCY

Consistency is the third pillar and shouldn’t be confused with repetition, as consistency in training lies within the techniques of exercising with the correct form and control every time, all the time. We find that this is one of the most significant struggles our clients face overall. Therefore, it’s something that we continually monitor and reassess to make sure we find the best way to help our clients implement consistency.

4

REPETITION

Repetition is the final pillar in our four-pillar training model. At Change iz Fitness, it is the thread that weaves the four pillars together. Repetition creates habit, and habit forms our personality. With our psychology-based training programs, fitness becomes a part of our client’s life – because we tailor their program to their personality.

Our foundational basis for which our training is developed.

COMPANY HISTORY

Change iz Fitness was established in 2015 as a beacon for transformative health and wellness. The company’s roots are deeply personal, originating from founder Fabian’s own life-altering experience. After surviving a suicide attempt, Fabian discovered the therapeutic power of fitness as a tool for mental and emotional recovery. This realization was not just a personal epiphany but the cornerstone upon which Change iz Fitness was built.
The company’s efficacy was further validated early on when Fabian took under his wing a young soldier struggling to meet the Army’s physical fitness and body fat standards. Within a mere two months of structured, personalized training, the soldier not only passed the fitness test but also met the body composition requirements. This success story served as a pivotal moment, reinforcing the belief that targeted fitness programs can have a profound impact on individual’s lives.
What sets Change iz Fitness apart is its holistic approach to wellness. The programs are not just compilations of exercises but carefully crafted lifestyle change blueprints. Clients are educated on identifying their negative triggers and are provided with strategies to replace these with positive, sustainable habits.
The focus is on long-term change, addressing the unique challenges that busy professionals often face when trying to balance a demanding career with health and wellness goals. The aim is to equip clients with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their health, thereby fostering a sustainable lifestyle change.

We are more than fitness—We are your blueprint for a balanced and fulfilling life.

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We share and empathize with each other's struggling moments
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