The Lyon Shred

Check out Matt’s incredible 11-week transformation on the Lyon Shred 💪🏼🙌🏼

Matt texted me late last year and asked if I knew anyone who could help with health/fitness/hormone/performance optimization. He also said he was looking to get a six pack. I told him I was his guy 🤝😎

Matt had quite a few long-duration travel plans between the time we originally chatted about my program and the time he intended to begin. But just as a testament to Matt’s determination / personal accountability, he elected to pay for the program right then and there, months before his start date. That way there was no question about his commitment to his goals.

Once we officially began working together, Matt’s adherence to my recommendations was spot on. Week after week, he took my advice and ran with with it. He knocked it out of the park consistently when it came to 1) getting in workouts 2) hitting the macros I prescribed 3) getting in the steps I prescribed and 4) making adjustments to various elements of the fat loss + muscle building equation.

And his results speak for themselves. Matt got absolutely shredded, his strength improved immensely across the board, and he managed to do all of it while working a corporate job AND building up his own business.

One of the coolest things for me as a coach and friend was when a mutual friend of ours said, “I didn’t realize you were working with Matt - he got SHREDDED!!” Definitely a testament to just how significant his external visual transformation was!

In his own words:

“My experience with the Lyon Shred was phenomenal. Patrick was incredibly attentive every step of the way. He customized all my workouts and my meals based on the goals I had in mind. I went from 187lbs to 174lbs and saw immense progress throughout my time working with Patrick.

My transformation was very noticeable and I now have definition in my mid-section (abs) for the first time in my life. Thank you, Patrick!”

No doubt those abs were well-earned! So freaking proud of and stoked for you man. It’s only up from here 💪🏼🙌🏼

If you’re serious about turning your own fitness goals into reality, spots are available on the Lyon Shred. DM me “SHRED” for details.

I lost 7.8lbs from the beginning to the end of my 26-day Eurotrip - here’s how I did it ⬇️

First and foremost, I had a time-sensitive goal. Without this, you will very have little incentive to turn your goal into reality. But with a time-sensitive goal, the actions you take each and every day matter more because they add up to the person you’ll be on that goal date.

I started my Eurotrip on May 12. But my goal was to be in the best shape of my life for Yacht Week, which was May 28-June 4. That meant I needed to continue making progress toward my goals for 16 days while traveling throughout Europe.

So how did I do it? With three simple strategies:

1. Tracking macros for everything I ate, no exceptions
2. Walking as my primary mode of transportation
3. Continuing to get in formal resistance workouts while traveling

Number 1 on the list was the single most important strategy because, in general, ~80% of your results will come from nutrition. If you’re overeating, you’re going to gain weight. If you’re undereating and not getting enough protein for more than a few days, you’re going to lose muscle mass.

So I tracked the calories in every meal I ate. Was this challenging? Absolutely lol literally every single day, I was eating some of the best food I’d ever had in my life. Foods I didn’t even know the names of/foods I couldn’t identify by sight.

All it took was asking my server the name of the dish/what was in each dish generally. Then I could log the individual meal components quite easily (ex: sea bass, extra virgin olive oil, vegetables, garlic lemon herb butter, italian bread, etc.).

I brought a pocket food scale to Europe, but only used it for ~10-20% of meals. The rest were estimated visually from the pictures I took of meals.

I also brought protein bars + protein powder to supplement because most European meals are high in fat/carbs but low in protein.

I also walked literally everywhere, which is one of my favorite things about Europe. And I worked out at gyms or in my hotel/hostel/AirBnb as often as it made sense to.

26-DAY TOTALS:
76,292 calories
480,815 steps

DAILY AVERAGES:
3,038 calories
18,493 steps

7.8lbs lost💪🏼

Goal: achieved💪🏼

Zak’s 90-day transformation on the Lyon Shred 🤯💪🏼

I posted Zak’s transformation reel a few days ago, but I had to share the side-by-sides, too.

Zak’s physical transformation on the Lyon Shred has been incredibly impressive, but his transformation has permeated into the mental realm, too.

Something I really love about Zak’s story is that this actually isn’t the first time he has partaken in the Lyon Shred transformation contest. In a previous year, he was one of the runners-up in the contest. But as a testament to his resilience and determination, he competed in the contest again this year and absolutely blew it out of the water.

Throughout the journey he was incredibly receptive to coaching, too. There was even a point where he was losing weight TOO quickly, so we made an adjustment such that he was losing weight at a more moderate rate💪🏼

Here’s Zak’s testimonial in his own words:

“Living a healthy and active lifestyle seems daunting, especially when the lifestyle you are accustomed to is the complete opposite. When I joined the Lyon Shred Community, I found a place that celebrated successes and understood failures. The program is customized, whether you have dietary restrictions or limited access to a fully equipped gym, Patrick works with you to create a plan that is sustainable and will move you toward your goals.

Patrick is hardworking, knowledgeable, and determined in all aspects of life, especially when it comes to health and fitness. He has created a program that not only strengthens your body, through nutrition and exercise but also your mind. He is understanding of the struggles you might have and answers every question or concern that comes to mind in record time. With his knowledge and understanding, he shows that he cares and wants each person in his community to be successful.

If you are looking for a program that is flexible, sustainable, and allows you to accomplish your goals, look no further. This program, and most of all Patrick, has allowed me to create a lifestyle that I can maintain and continue to be happy and healthy.”

Thank you for trusting me along the journey, Zak. So stoked for you and the transformation you’ve made💪🏼🙌🏼

I’M STOKED TO ANNOUNCE ONE OF THE WINNERS OF THE $1000 LYON SHRED TRANSFORMATION CONTEST!!!

Jonathan was already in great shape, but he took things to the next level with Lyon Shred 3.0.

His testimonial (in his own words) absolutely blew me away:

“Although I’ve worked with other online coaches in the past, they were all just a one-and-done deal. After paying the cost and receiving the 13-week plan, there usually isn’t much more added value that followed. I always seemed as if I was just another person in line making a purchase at a store; where after I’ve given them my money and I’ve received my item, there was nothing else left in the relationship. I was always looking to get a coach – someone who is supposed to guide you. I’ve never continued on with the same online “coach” after the first program.

However, after about 2 years, I’m now at the end of my 3rd program with the Lyon Shred.

Sure, the Lyon Shred program is different from all other programs I’ve done in a way that the workouts are broken up differently each day of the week; and there are some workouts that I’ve never done before even if I’ve been lifting weights for MANY years. However, what makes the Lyon Shred program work is the coach. Patrick is a coach. He guides and teaches. He doesn’t just tell me what to do when I have questions, he explains to me why I should do it. He is quick to respond and does a great job at following up each week to see how the program has been going for me. He is also very good at changing macros to get even better results and provides options when I fall off the plan – ie: eating Tiffs Treats.

No, seriously. I remember going to Broken Bow for a weekend and ate and drank whatever I wanted. Not working out. Not following my daily macros. And in ONLY 4 days after returning from the trip, I was right back to looking how I did BEFORE the trip. All because Patrick was quick to adjust my macros after my trip.

There are MANY online “coaches” out there. They ALL have great workout plans. Trust me, I’ve paid for and followed a handful of them. But, there comes a time when you realize that, maybe, what would really help you get the results you want isn’t actually the program itself, but the coach who is there to guide and assist you throughout the way.”

Check out my client and friend Grayson’s incredible results on the Lyon Shred 🤯💪🏼👀

Here’s Grayson’s testimonial in his own words:

“For years I have been doing consistent weight training, but only recently had it really started to bother me that I wasn’t making progress. I couldn’t seem to figure out how to push myself.

When I started Lyon Shred, I was gambling. Patrick wanted me to do the advanced program and show up to the gym 6 times a week. I followed his instructions and got what I was looking for. The program kicked my butt!

Was it hard? Absolutely. Did I follow it to a tee? Absolutely not, but Patrick helped me make the best of the program when I couldn’t give it 100%.

I’m thrilled with my results and can say confidently that I am in the best shape of my life. I plan to keep it that way!”

Couldn’t be more proud of and pumped for you, Grayson! You absolutely crushed it on Lyon Shred 2.0, and it’s freaking awesome seeing the results you achieved.

Thank you for trusting me on your journey, and thank you for putting in the work. Just like you said, it ain’t about being “perfect” and following the program to a tee 100% of the time. It’s about learning and applying the right lifestyle habits to make progress even when “life happens”. And I’d say you did exactly that👊🏼

Here’s to even more gains to come 🤝

If you’re serious about turning your own fitness goals into reality, DM me “SHRED” for details.

Check out my client ’s incredible 🍑 progress on my Women’s Specialization Program!!!

Paige has been an absolute rockstar on the program, and I cannot emphasize enough how inspiring her journey has been for myself and others in the Lyon Shred Community.

All throughout the program, she maintained consistent communication with me as her coach, which is absolutely crucial to get the most out of any custom fitness program.

She did the program while working a full-time job in tech AND going to school for her Master’s at Harvard AND making content about artificial intelligence online. If she can fit fitness into her schedule, I promise you can, too.

In her own words:

“Working with Coach Patrick has been awesome. I started the Lyon Shred because I was embarking on a journey writing my Master’s thesis, and I knew that I wanted to prioritize my physical health while my brain worked overtime in school.

Patrick was a great listener, he paid special attention to my personal goals, and he designed a program that worked for me based on my lifestyle.

I decided to do the customized workout program and meal plan with a focus on leaning out and gaining muscle, with special attention to lifting my b***y. I’m not where I want to be yet but I love where I’m at and I feel strong and healthy, which were my priorities.

Patrick was patient with me when I was nervous about going to the weight floor for the first time, and he was incredibly encouraging when I felt discouraged.

One thing I loved about the Lyon Shred program is that my consistency was having an impact. As is often the case in grad school, I occasionally had to opt out of a workout to prioritize my schoolwork, but I knew that the results I was seeing were not gonna go away based on missing one work out. I had shown up and done the work as consistently and proactively as I could and that was enough. The results have been great, and I’m looking forward to round two in February.”

Paige, can’t tell ya how proud I am of you for putting in the work and totally crushing it on the program. Thank you for trusting me on your fitness journey, and I can’t wait to work with you for round two 💪🏼🙌🏼🍑

YA’LL!! CAN WE JUST TAKE A MINUTE and celebrate my client Caroline’s incredible transformation on the Lyon Shred At-Home?!😭🙌🏼

She made gains in strength+definition in the quads, abs, glutes, and arms, but even more importantly, she made gains in confidence and quality of life. In her own words:

“I decided to start Patrick’s at-home workout program + personalized macros after a health scare in July 2021. After I healed from a minor procedure on my back, I found Patrick’s IG and was inspired by the volume and depth of knowledge he shared with others. I followed him for a few weeks before I messaged him about starting the Lyon Shred program.

At the start, I felt so weak doing the simplest at home workouts like chair pistol squats. Even with a chair to fall back on, my legs were shaking with every rep, but I didn’t give up because one of my goals was growing my strength and my muscle definition.

My biggest challenge was nutrition. After years of restrictive diets, and intermittent fasting, I had to unlearn old habits and focus on getting enough protein. At one point, I was losing weight too quickly and had to ramp up my calorie intake. Without Patrick’s guidance and recommendations, I would have been at risk of burning my muscle mass and costing myself the very thing I was working so hard for.

By week 3 I was feeling jazzed and increasing the resistance on my workouts. I gave myself a hard stop when I would log off my work laptop and set up my home gym. Around week 6, everything became second nature. I felt at ease in my new workout routine.

Now, I feel amazing and powerful. I have not been in shape like this since I was in high school athletics. Patrick delivers just the right ratio of motivation and empathy when I was in doubt or needed rest. He was always understanding and reassuring no matter what I was going through (moving, traveling, etc). He gave me actionable goals and feedback on my weekly check ins but also was super responsive and just chatted with me more than once a week if I ever needed. I’d recommend his fitness program to anyone that is seriously looking to improve their quality of life.”

Caroline, I couldn’t be more proud of you :’) Thank you for trusting me on this journey, and thank you for putting in the work 🙌🏼 Your transformation is amazing, and you deserve every bit of it!!

MY CLIENT TRISTAN’S INCREDIBLE TRANSFORMATION ON THE LYON SHRED!! (the first Australian to go through my program!!)💪🏼🙌🏼

Something I’m incredibly proud of with the Lyon Shred is its global reach. While the majority of my clients are in America, I have clients in 16 countries on 6 continents. Here is the current list:

1. United States
2. Canada
3. Morocco
4. India
5. Great Britain
6. Germany
7. Denmark
8. Italy
9. Singapore
10. Brazil
11. Cambodia
12. Australia
13. Indonesia
14. Syria
15. South Korea
16. The Netherlands

And Tristan was the very first Australian. He’s a certified trainer himself now, and he’s the type of client I knew I could trust to just put in the work. And his transformation is proof of exactly that; he gained substantial muscle mass across his entire body, and I couldn’t be more pumped for him.

Here’s his testimonial in his own words:

“Before starting working with Patrick, I plateaued after going through the newbie gainz phase.

My biggest reason for not progressing was over-training/not allowing my body to recover. My average sessions were 2-4 hours of training per day (approximately 42 sessions per month). On top of that, I was surfing, running, and had a physical job. This is when I came across Patrick Lyons on YouTube. So I inboxed him about coaching, and we had an online consultation.

Patrick created a specifically tailored workout program and nutrition plan for me, designed to add muscular size across my entire body. I shifted from over-training to just six 1-hour workout sessions per week. For 13 weeks, we did weekly check-ins, and Patrick was happy to answer any questions I had during the week as well. I also had access to an online support group (the Lyon Shred Community) with Patrick’s clients from all over the world.

It doesn't matter where your coach lives; it’s just a matter of finding someone to suit your needs. The key is to be able to trust your coach and stick with the program. I highly recommend Patrick Lyons as an online fitness coach, as he was able to help me so much and educate me on all aspects of fitness.”

If you’re ready to turn your fitness goals into reality like Tristan did, DM me “SHRED” for details.

My client ’s incredible transformation on the Lyon Shred💪🏼🤯🙌🏼

Owen started my program already in fantastic shape. Not only that, he’s a professional model and trainer himself, so he really knows his way around the gym, enough so that a small part of me had imposter syndrome thinking back to 6+ years ago when I was just starting up my online fitness coaching, doubting whether I was qualified to coach others.

But the truth is, the coach I am today was so stoked to work with Owen because I specialize in helping clients take their physiques to the next level, get in the best shape of their lives, and turn their fitness goals into reality.

When you apply the current scientific literature around all things fitness to your nutrition/workout programming and other lifestyle factors, every physique has a next level that can be achieved.

Owen came to me looking to add some size to his chest, shoulders, and legs. And you can clearly tell from the pictures, we accomplished exactly that 💪🏼 Owen added substantial size to his chest, front delts, lateral delts, biceps, and triceps, all while maintaining more leanness than ever in his abs.

Owen is a testament to the value of consistency and just putting in the work. He doesn’t make excuses; he does what needs to be done.

In his own words: “I can honestly say Patrick is a real genuine guy in this world full of Instagram cookie cutter programs. From day 1 he sent me a ton of info and a very well put-together handbook full of a TON of very useful info to answer pretty much any question I had.

The way all the workouts were set up really was smart and efficient yet highly effective. He took into account ALL of my input as well so it truly was CUSTOM. In addition to gaining at least a few pounds of quality lean muscle (not newbie gains, as I’ve been training for a while too!!), I really noticed the strength increase with noticeable gains in all of my lifts. Great focus on core and cardio as well. I could go on and on lol but definitely would recommend this to anyone at any level.”

Spots are available on the Lyon Shred. If you’re ready to turn your fitness goals into reality, DM me “SHRED” for details.

SO FREAKING PROUD OF MY CLIENT/FRIEND CELINE AND HER TRANSFORMATION!!!

One of the hallmarks of a coach-client relationship is communication. And a big part of what made Celine so successful on the Lyon Shred Women’s Specialization Program was communicating. When she was seeing progress, she’d let me know so we could celebrate wins, big and small. When she went “off plan” and had an unplanned cheat meal, she’d tell me, and we’d make proper nutrition adjustments. When she needed additional help/support, she’d tell me that, too.

This is a huge part of what makes having a coach so valuable: accountability, communication, and programming adjustments. Your body and your life are dynamic, ever-changing things. Your nutrition/exercise programming should be, too.

Celine, it’s been so cool seeing you grow through the program, and I can’t wait to see you keep following your passions and chasing your dreams 🙌🏼

In her own words, here was Celine’s experience working with me on the Lyon Shred Women’s Specialization Program:

“It’s truly hard to put into words how incredible of a coach Patrick is. I was having a hard time diving headfirst into my fitness journey with other coaches because we spoke different languages (being an engineer and knowing nothing about the gym), and to be fair it is hard to teach someone a trade from scratch!

Patrick is not only an incredible wealth of knowledge, but incredible at working with people at all levels. He is a mentor, teacher, friend, and one of the most patient people I know. He is passionate about fitness and helping others achieve their dreams. I would say he easily believes more in you than you do on any given day. He is such an incredible person to have in your life whether as a coach or a friend. I am so grateful that I was able to make him such an integral part of my fitness journey!😊”

I low key teared up when Celine shared that testimonial because it reminded me how blessed I am to get to do what I do. Fitness transformed my life years ago, and now I get to help others experience that transformation in their own lives.

If you’re ready to make a change in your own life, DM me “SHRED” for details .

MY CLIENT BILL JUST TURNED 74 YEARS OLD!! He is proof that it is NEVER too late to make a change🙌🏼

I got Bill’s permission to share this with you - Bill is the oldest client I have ever worked with. And he has continued to inspire me and the hundreds of people in the Lyon Shred Community all over the world through his journey.

I want to let Bill tell the rest of his story through his personal testimony.

After 1st workout in 2020: “1st workout done! I’m glad to say I didn’t skip any exercises, but I chose low weights to avoid soreness here at the start. And what’s my hurry? I’m just 73! Had 2 conversations, one with an old friend and one with a new acquaintance. Saw college-age folks doing things I may never be able to do, but also saw things that made me say, yeah, I can try that.”

After completing the Lyon Shred the first time: “During this time I’ve lost 14 pounds overall and 2 inches from my waist. When I started, I told Patrick I was recovering from a shoulder injury, so he designed my program with that in mind. I’ve not had any trouble with my shoulder throughout the program, the weights have continually increased, and it’s been surprising to develop muscles in places I hadn’t expected! Also, I’ve learned to think about food in an entirely different way.

One of the biggest lessons has been that it’s okay to have interruptions - just get back on the program and move forward again.

Then there’s Patrick - he’s supported me through every bit of this, and he’s there waiting for me to be able to get back into this.”

After completing the Lyon Shred for his THIRD round: “Today I’m completing 11 months of consistent weight training. The results have been remarkable. I’m stronger, more muscular, more active, more energetic.

My swimming has drastically improved to where I now swim a mile (32 laps) 3 times a week! I was coming out of a shoulder injury when I started and couldn’t do even one pushup, and now I do 22 pushups each morning. I look better in my clothes, and especially in my swimsuit! My initial goal was to lose 10 pounds, but now I’ve lost 17.”

Couldn’t be more proud, Bill! So stoked to continue working with you on Lyon Shred 2.0!

’s incredible transformation on the Lyon Shred Women’s Specialization Program🤯🍑💪🏼🙌🏼

Between these two sets of images, Felicia celebrated her birthday, went out with friends, and went on vacation trips. She wasn’t “perfect” with her workouts and meals every single day, and she still achieved these amazing results. It’s all about balance; she prioritized her health/fitness MOST of the time, and that’s more than enough for most people.

Going on a fitness journey should not mean you have to restrict yourself from living your best life, and Felicia is a perfect example of that.

In her own words: “My waist went from 30 inches to 26 inches! Literally 2 pant size difference. I weighed myself yesterday morning and was at 126 pounds (starting weight was 134). I have seriously never felt better. Thank you so much for making this program! I could not be happier with my results. You’re the best.”

I said it to you when you sent over these final progress pictures, and I’ll say it again Felicia😂

I’m sure you can see this with your own eyes, but just so you hear it from me, your transformation is incredible and is so clear across literally your entire body! Every area of your body has gotten stronger and leaner, and that’s all because of the work YOU put in day in and day out. And you definitely should be proud of yourself for that.

Thank you so so much for trusting me on this journey the last 90 days. I couldn’t be more proud of you and all the work you put in! You were super receptive to feedback, so thank you for being so coachable, too 😊🙌🏼

Above all, I’m so stoked that you FEEL the best you’ve ever felt. There’s no greater win than that 🙌🏼😭 So excited to see you keep crushing it in the months ahead 💪🏼

No matter your starting point, if you’re looking to make a transformation like Felicia did and feel the best you’ve ever felt, I’d love to work with you on the Lyon Shred 💪🏼

DM me “SHRED” for details!

My client Owen’s incredible transformation on Lyon Shred 2.0 💪🏼🙌🏼

I love working with clients of all fitness levels and all experience levels. Owen here was definitely already at an elite fitness level, but I specialize in helping people take their health and their physiques to the next level.

Owen is literally a professional model and trainer himself, so he knows his way around gym. But by optimizing his training through application of the current science behind all things fitness, we were able to truly take things to the next level. He especially wanted to build his chest, shoulders, and legs, and you can see a substantial amount of growth in those areas from just 3 months on my program.

Here’s his testimonial in his own words:

“I can honestly say Patrick is a real genuine guy in this world full of Instagram cookie cutter programs. From day 1 he sent me a ton of info and a very well put-together handbook full of a TON of very useful info to answer pretty much any question I had.

The way all the workouts were set up really was smart and efficient yet highly effective. He took into account ALL of my input as well so it truly was CUSTOM. In addition to gaining at least a few pounds of quality lean muscle (not newbie gains, as I’ve been training for a while too!!), I really noticed the strength increase with noticeable gains in all of my lifts.

Specifically my shoulders saw a lot of growth and my legs got more developed and strong-looking. Great focus on core and cardio as well. I could go on and on lol but definitely would recommend this to anyone at any level.”

Seriously stoked for you and the results you achieved on the program bro. You’re a testament to the fact that when you trust the process, put your head down, and put in the work, the gains and results will come. Preciate you for always putting out positive, motivational vibes into the world. I have no doubt you’re going to keep doing big things and inspiring people through your journey and transformation.

If you’re looking to take your physique to the next level, no matter your starting point, spots are available on the Lyon Shred. DM me “SHRED” for details .

’s absolutely incredible transformation on 💪🏼🤯😭🙌🏼

I cannot even begin to express how proud I am of Micah for his incredible transformation of mind, body, confidence, and health on the Lyon Shred. He’s worked SO hard over the last year, he’s lost 120lbs, he’s been a positive influence in the Lyon Shred Community, and his story is so inspiring. In his own words:

“The Lyon Shred has literally changed my life.

At the end of 2019, I was a 300 pound 16 year old that hated every aspect of myself and knew I needed a change.

So I did my own at home workouts. Then the world shut down and those stopped working.

I then made the choice to reach out to Patrick for help. And it was the best choice I ever made. Even starting with an at home program, I made strength and physique gains beyond what I ever thought I could on my own.

Before I knew it, Lyon Shred 1.0 was done and it was on to Lyon Shred 2.0. And the gym. It was terrifying walking through he doors the first day. After almost having a panic attack doing bench press, I powered my way through my workout with some help from staff and members and after just one workout I felt 10,000 times more comfortable.

The gym has now become an escape for me, a place to go when I’m stressed or over whelmed. Turns out I actually loved learning about all the lifts and nutrition and terminology used in fitness and the more I thought about it, the more I realized I wanted to do just what Patrick does, help people change in a positive manner. So with my completion of 2.0 came my announcement that I planned to study exercise science and do the OCA and get trainer certified.

Next came my most recent program, Lyon Shred 3.0: Superhero Physique. This was harder and more rewarding than any of the other programs I had completed, and I had the most fun. I noticed strength gains frequently and saw myself looking more toned and aesthetic every week. I was finally so close to the body I’d always wanted.

I now am signed up for and plan to complete Lyon Shred 3.0: Superhero Strength as soon as possible. I also am two months away from being a client of Patrick’s for a year, and it is a year I’ll never forget.”