Personal Trainer · Monroe, Ohio

Personal training in Monroe, Ohio
that goes beyond the gym.

I'm Dakoda Smith, personal trainer and ISSA Certified Nutritionist. I coach your workouts, your nutrition and your daily habits so you get stronger, lean down and keep the results for good.

  • ISSA Certified Nutritionist
  • Training at Burns Barbell, Monroe
  • In-person, online & hybrid
Client results

Real people. Real results.

Every client starts somewhere. Here's where a few of them are now.

−XX lbs

Result #1: stat + timeframe, client first name + city, a short quote and a before/after photo (with written permission).

+XX lbs

Result #2: e.g. a strength gain ("+80 lb deadlift in 12 weeks").

XX weeks

Result #3: e.g. a habit or lifestyle win.

How I can help

Train the way your life works.

Pick the setup that fits your schedule. Every option includes direct access to me and coaching on nutrition and habits.

In-Person Personal Training

1-on-1 at Burns Barbell in Monroe. I coach every rep so you lift safely and progress every week.

In-person training

Online Coaching

A custom program, nutrition targets and weekly check-ins from me, wherever you train.

Online coaching

Hybrid Training

Some sessions with me in person, the rest on my plan. Hands-on coaching at a lower cost.

Hybrid training

Strength & Conditioning

Build real strength and conditioning, whether you're brand new or chasing a PR.

Strength & conditioning

Nutrition & Habit Coaching

Eating and daily habits that fit your life. No crash diets, no meal plans you'll quit in a week.

Nutrition coaching

Not sure where to start?

That's what the free consult is for. I'll tell you honestly what I'd recommend.

Book a free consult
What makes me different

The workout is one hour. I coach the other 23.

Most trainers stop when the session ends. The real results come from what you eat, how you sleep and the habits you build every day, so that's where I put my focus too.

  • Nutrition and habits, not just workouts. As an ISSA Certified Nutritionist, I help you eat in a way you can actually stick with.
  • You work directly with me. It's a one-man team: no front desk, no sales staff, no red tape.
  • Any age, any starting point. Whether you want to get stronger or lean down, we start where you are.

Hours

Monday – Friday4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday
Flexible – book any time that works for you Book your session

📍 Burns Barbell, 11 East Ave, Monroe, OH 45050

How it works

From first call to real results.

Book your free consult

We talk goals, schedule and what's held you back before. No pressure.

Get your custom plan

Training, nutrition targets and habits built around your real life.

Train & check in

In person, online or both. I track your progress and adjust as we go.

Keep the results

You leave with habits and know-how that last long after any program.

Meet your coach

Hey, I'm Dakoda.

I started Monster Fitness with one mission: help people get fit and change their lives.

I'm an ISSA Certified Nutritionist training clients at Burns Barbell in Monroe. I work with people of every age, from first-timers to experienced lifters, and you'll work with me from day one.

One or two sentences of your personal story: why you got into fitness and why you coach.

Service areas

Serving Monroe and nearby cities.

In person at Burns Barbell in Monroe, and online across southwest Ohio.

FAQ

Questions before you start.

Is the first consultation really free?

Yes. It's free with no obligation. We talk through your goals and I recommend a plan. If it's not a fit, no hard feelings.

Am I too old or too out of shape to start?

No. I work with people of any age and fitness level. Every program is scaled to where you are today.

Do I have to train in person?

No. You can train with me in person at Burns Barbell, online from anywhere, or a mix of both.

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Free consultation

Ready to change your life?

Your first consultation is free. You'll leave with a clear next step, whether you train with me or not.

Call Free Consultation