ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE & FITNESS COACHING ALBUQUERQUE METRO AREA, NEW MEXICO

We’ve had an outstanding experience working with Athlete Ready over the years. They have played a major role in helping our program develop stronger, faster, and more resilient athletes, with a strong emphasis on injury prevention. Their approach is innovative, structured, and incredibly motivating for our players. This past year, after finishing 4–6 for three consecutive seasons, we partnered closely with them to build a more intentional strength and conditioning program. The results spoke for themselves, we improved to 7–3 and made a run to the semifinals. Athlete Ready has been a huge part of our success, and their commitment to developing athletes both physically and mentally sets them apart. I highly recommend them to any program looking to take the next step.

In 2023 I was referred to Veronica Castillo for nutrition help. I thought that would simply be her telling me what to eat. We had a call every week. Veronica quickly taught me there is much more to nutrition than cutting calories. I have struggled with my weight since I was a kid, which lead to be being a diabetic in adult life. Veronica didn’t just hand out a meal plan. She asked me lots of questions like what foods do you like, what foods do you dislike, what do you struggle with when it comes to food, what stressors trigger eating? She asked about my work and home life and how those affected my eating. Once she had the information, then we started working on different simple things such as increasing protein and eating whole food which is most of what you hear. Simple, right? Of course, it was easier said than done. I had to overcome myself sabotaging myself. Veronica patiently kept asking me questions which forced me to do some serious self-evaluations for what I was doing to hurt my progress. Fast forward to November 2025. Just before Thanksgiving she issued a challenge-don’t let the “holiday season” sabotage me so I would not have to start again in January. I accepted the challenge. In addition, I decided to cut sodas and sugary coffee drinks from my life which was a huge change. I did super good eating well in November and December. January rolled around and I lost exactly 0.1 pound! Instead of getting discouraged, I listened to Veronica. She suggested a food sensitivity test to see what foods were causing inflammation leading to the lack of weight loss. I had my blood drawn and found out I had sensitivity to peanuts, cashews, and dairy with a slight sensitivity to beef. Although it was hard, I trusted what I was taught and I gave up those things which I loved to help myself. Veronica said it would take about three months for the inflammation to go down. Last week I had another In Body scan done and I have lost 10 pounds since late January! I could not have made these life-changing decisions without the education, phycology and encouragement Veronica gave me. She does not like to take credit for the changes I have made, but she deserves it. For anyone struggling with their weight and all the problems that come with it, I highly recommend working with Veronica. It will not be easy, but you can accomplish it with the education she offers, her questions which lead to your self-evaluation to find the reasons for making excuses so you can overcome them. Most importantly, have patience which I learned through trusting in what Veronica taught me. I know I still have a way to go to get where I need to be before hitting maintenance weight, but I now have the skills, confidence in myself, and the support and encouragement provided by Veronica. Because she is humble, I know she won’t like me saying it, but I truly believe she saved my life. By the way, she’s also an Athletic Performance Coach! More on that to follow.

The whole Athlete Ready squad provides great training and are very knowledgeable!

My daughter started playing soccer later than average. She was picked by a high level class b team because she was coachable. We knew she needed extra training to catch up. We trusted Jared and Athlete Ready to give her the proper intense training she needed. Fast forward, and next we knew, she was offered a college scholarship and played four years of college soccer. The individual attention and encouragement my daughter received definitely helped her earn a college athletic scholarship. We are forever grateful for Athlete Ready!

If I could give this place 100 stars I would! Ive been going to Athlete Ready since 2016. As a professional athlete this place has been a complete game changer for me. Not only have they helped me get stronger for my sport (Jiu-Jitsu) but they have also helped me heal any injuries that I have had through fighting and build my stress management capacity. This place is more than a "gym" it is a place that will teach you how to manage your stress that we all accumulate through day to day life. The coaches here are all around fantastic, not only are they highly skilled and professional but they are also truly invested in your success as an athlete and an individual! They will hold you accountable all while cheering you on and supporting you every step of the way. The community is welcoming, strong, uplifting, family friendly, positive, and motivating. It doesn't matter if you're completely new to exercise or if you're a pro, this place will help you countless ways. The facility is always clean, and the equipment is always in working order which is different from most other workout places or gyms. No matter what your goal is for coming, I highly recommend Athlete Ready. Among many other things, one thing I love is that they have an actual tried and true structure and path for progress. They aren't just giving you random exercises to make you feel "tired". They have a mapped out plan in place that is scientifically based, well thought through, easy to follow, fun and effective. Thank you Athlete Ready team for being a key figure in helping me win a black belt world championship in jiu jitsu in 2017 and for being a part of my success ever since then. You all are the best.

I have grown up with the owner of Athlete Ready. Not only was he one of the best athletes I grew up with in one of Albuquerques most athletic generations, but he has built a company that is fully dedicated to helping athletes become their best selves as humans and athletes. I have also gotten to know the dietitian at the clinic who helped me learn to eat and change my relationship with food. She took the time to understand my struggles and my chronic health issues and she helped me build a plan to help me be the healthiest self I could be. She is a pure badass and she makes eating a lifestyle and helps you enjoy food. Going to Athlete Ready is an investment well worth it.

"I trained with Athlete Ready for 5 years, and the performance gains I made in that time were undeniable. Beyond the results, the entire coaching staff are genuinely quality, high-integrity people. Can't recommend them enough!"

Athlete ready has played a massive role in my collegiate career. Coach Roman, Coach Jared, and Coach Rob are all fantastic coaches with great experience and will push you to new heights. Very detailed in their work and can get you prepared for anything.

Would highly recommend for individuals who want to enhance not only their athletic abilities, but also build confidence. Huge thanks to the AR family who helped my daughter excel at beach volleyball at the collegiate level for the last 4 years. You all are amazing!

I've had an amazing experience with AR over the past several years as they’ve trained my 15-year-old son, Jaden. He plays football, basketball, and runs track, and the difference in his strength, speed, and overall confidence has been incredible. The coaches do a great job of tailoring workouts that translate directly to his performance across all three sports. I’ve seen real improvements in his explosiveness on the field, agility on the court, and endurance on the track. More importantly, they’ve helped him build discipline, work ethic, and confidence that goes beyond sports. The environment is positive, motivating, and supportive, and it’s clear the coaches genuinely care about each athlete’s growth and success. I’m so grateful for everything they’ve done for my son and highly recommend Athlete Ready to any parent looking to invest in their athlete’s development!