Start from what's actually true.
Coaching with clinical oversight, built on the markers the physician tests for rather than a guess about what your body is doing.
For men over 30 ready to look and feel their best
Use clinical data and gamification to lose your gut and restore your health, so you have the energy, mobility and confidence to take on life's adventures.
Evidence-based coaching with clinical oversight that turns your health journey into a trooper-themed fitness mission, so you finally stick to the plan and like the guy you see in the mirror.
By the numbers
82Troopers have earned personalized helmets
20-80 lbsLost by members training from home
41Markers analyzed by a physician for each custom protocol
45 statesA community of men from across the country
Who this is for
Ambitious men who are short on time and love nerding out.
The members of the community are a blend of ambitious fathers, husbands, service members, and men that are short on time and mental bandwidth.
They also love nerding out. So when they aren't sharing their wins of the week, they're sharing their latest 3D printed items, lightsaber collections, cosplay shoots, memorabilia, and nerdy memes.
Fit Nerd Academy is truly a place where nerds go to get in the best shape of their lives with the support of people just like them.
How this is different
The same techniques video games have used for decades.
The difference is the ways we gamify habit development. You won't learn any secret workouts discovered on the outer rim. There isn't a special supplement harvested from the sands of the dune sea.
We utilize the same techniques that video games have used for decades to increase participation and change behaviors. We'll simplify the basics for you, and then you'll have a coach, squad, and global community keeping you accountable to your goals.
Make the habit worth repeating.
Missions, ranks and an alter ego, so consistency comes from a system you want to show up for instead of willpower you have to summon.
Stop doing it alone.
A coach, a squad and a global community of men who understand demanding work, family and the pull to write off another week.
What if life is busy
There are two types of pilots.
Ones that can fly in turbulence and ones that can't. If you can only stay consistent when life is easy, you'll continue to crash and burn until you learn how to navigate challenges.
The best time to have support is during challenging times, because you'll have a co-pilot next to you helping you stay on track throughout the storm. Learning how to navigate hard times is the key to long-term results.
Clients we have worked with
Triplets, six kids, weekly international travel, night shifts, injuries, newborns, tax season, Italian vacations, and more.
Excuses got you where you are now. There's always a way to adapt your plan to fit your life. We'll show you how.
Client results
Clients share what worked for them.
Fathers, service members, engineers, physicians and teachers. Every one of these is a real client with a filmed case study.
StephenHow this father and CIO lost 25lbs and fixed his bloodwork
JacobDad and first responder loses 20lbs and gets his energy back
AlanDown 20lbs in 2 months, this lawyer changed his relationship with food and perfection
Cody“I’m no longer hiding in the shadows”
SpencerHow this dad of 2 and financial advisor lost 20+ pounds and broke a 5-year plateau
RossHow this doctor used gamification to become functionally fit
JoshuaHow this father tapped into his Spartan alter ego and dropped 20lbs of fat fast
StevenNerdy dad sheds 40lbs fast, no gym, just bodyweight training
TadHow this nerdy dad turning 40 resisted the Dad Bod Empire so he could fit in his Mando cosplay
ErikHow this engineer found balance with his fitness and nutrition in Fit Nerd Academy
ChrisMarketing exec and dad drops 25lbs after Peloton didn’t work
John70lbs down, how this busy doctor transformed his life
NickoliHow this busy lawyer managed stress to get his health on track
TravisOne year and 80lbs down, Travis shares his Fit Nerd Academy story
JoeThis dad dropped 60 pounds using a gamified Star Wars community
MichaelHow tapping into his fitness alter ego helped Michael lose almost 30 pounds
DavidHow Fit Nerd Academy helped this officer feel prepared for anything his job required
Before and after
The work, side by side.
Supplied by members and shown exactly as they sent them, starting weight to current weight.
In their own words
Nobody asked them to write this.
Posts from the community feed, replies on YouTube and Instagram, and notes members sent in. Shown as written.
StephenApr 26 · General Comlink
Community feedMission Accomplished
My primary reason for joining this amazing group was to prove to my doctor that I could improve my health without medications. I can say that as of today all my blood work came back within normal ranges for first time in 10 years. This is an amazing accomplishment and thankful for Paul and his guidance. We both agree there are still plenty of objectives left. But for the first in a long time I feel great, my health is in a great spot and I am happy with the way I look.
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@ManicPixieCosmicPowerCT-2029 · Colonel Plank
YouTube100% unsolicited opinion: I spent 20 years trying every fitness fad and diet plan on my own, with “meh” level results. Joining FNA’s one on one coaching was the biggest financial investment I’d ever made in myself, and a massive step outside my comfort zone. A year later, I have zero regrets. Physical change was the goal, but I gained so much more beyond fitness, the impact of the program is far reaching in my personal and professional life.
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heart0fkyberMentions · 36m
StoryOne thing that I don’t know if I’ve talked about a lot is the weight loss plateaus.You feel like you’re doing everything right, but your body does not want to give up any more weight…That’s why having a personal trainer has been so beneficial, he knows why it’s happening, and how to fix it.Not a paid endorsement, but I really want people to have their best shot at losing weight, if that’s what they want to doCannot recommend @fit_for_the_republic enoughDon’t ask if you can, ask how you can
Sent to Paul as a mention
Joe10d ago · WOW!!
Community feedThis is 40! And Double Hondo Club!
So the big 4-0. How does one celebrate? With hitting a new low (just shy of 75 lbs down!), hitting the two hundo Hondo club (on an Echo workout none the less!), and posing in your sweet helmet. I never thought I would be the kind of person looking forward to workouts on their birthday, but now I couldn’t imagine it any other way. The positive mindset change, the improved quality of life, it’s everything I talked about with Paul almost a year ago! I can’t believe the shell of a man I was starting into year 39 of my life last year and how much better I feel. I enter my 40’s in better shape than all of my 30’s and most of my 20’s.
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TravisMar 13 · WOW!!
Community feedShoutout
I’ve been doing a little reflecting today on the last 6 months since I joined the FNA and I just want to give Paul a huge shoutout for coming up with the craziest, coolest way to get fit. Seriously, who works out in Clone Helmets?! It’s the coolest! I’ve been fighting for the last 15 years to undo the previous 15 years, tried every diet up and down, and paid other coaches to do what Paul has killed it doing! It’s been 6 months and I’m nearing 50lbs down, and it’s just crazy to me.
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Seth’s wifeComment
InstagramI owe so much to fit nerd academy, Seth is my husband and the amount of confidence he’s gained in the last 6 months alone is worth every penny. Thanks to FNA our daughter is going to grow up seeing her dad happy and healthy and always willing to run around with her
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FNA memberSent to Paul
Direct messageFit for the Republic is unlike other fitness coaching or guidance. Having been through the program myself I can say that it is absolutely life changing, both mentally and physically. First, it brings a theme to the world of working out that makes it fun and engaging. Every day I pushed myself harder, even just one rep, to out perform myself from last week’s workout. Second, it helped with improving mental health in ways I still practice. It isn’t just about lifting and being a Star War. It’s about all of it.
Member note
FNA memberSent to Paul
Direct messageI can’t thank you enough for the positive change this program has brought to me. I felt like I would never get back to this low of a weight and this level of fitness again. It feels good to feel good again and to enjoy the sweat of a good workout. Seeing all the positive change in my body and knowing the improvement to my overall health so I can be around for my kids when they grow up has made this one of the best investments I could have done.
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scubasteve12182d
InstagramCongrats on reaching 7 years! This course is well worth it and has been helping me like crazy
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Frequently asked
Before you apply.
The questions men ask most often, answered the way we'd answer them on a call.
What if I don't have access to certain equipment?
That's where we do the work to design your training plan to fit what you have access to. Many members have lost 20 to 80lbs just working out from home. Many use just bodyweight or dumbbells. If your goals require certain equipment, we'll be honest with you. Nobody wins if we tell you something is achievable when it's not.
How is this different than anything else out there?
The difference is the ways we gamify habit development. We utilize the same techniques that video games have used for decades to increase participation and change behaviors. We'll simplify the basics for you and then you'll have a coach, squad, and global community keeping you accountable to your goals.
What if I have a lot going on?
The best time to have support is during challenging times, because you'll have a co-pilot next to you helping you stay on track throughout the storm. We've worked with clients with triplets, six kids, weekly international travel, night shifts, injuries, newborns, tax season, Italian vacations, and more.
Who is this for?
The members of the community are a blend of ambitious fathers, husbands, service members, and men that are short on time and mental bandwidth. They also love nerding out. Fit Nerd Academy is truly a place where nerds go to get in the best shape of their lives with the support of people just like them.
Apply to work with us
Stop starting over.
Clinical data, a gamified system, and a squad that keeps you accountable. Apply and we'll tell you honestly whether it's a fit.