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MCX Lifestyle

Combining different sports, activities and environments can transform body and mind. The fusion of traditional and alternative workouts and equipment heightens development, skill and strength building. A sophisticated blend of nature’s playground and state-of-the-art training provides universal practice of physical activities for all people. A life full of health and vigour awaits.

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STRENGTH TRAINING AND
CONDITIONING

Strength Training, also known as resistance training, involves any activity that puts a load on your muscles, which stimulates them to become stronger and bigger. It might involve just your body weight, a set of resistance bands, dumbbells, kettlebells, barbells or machines.

Sport Nutrition

Nutrition plays an essential role in exercise and sport. It’s important for health, adaptations to physical activity, weight maintenance and exercise performance. Nutrition influences nearly every process in the body involved in energy production and recovery from exercise.

STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING

Stand Up Paddle Boarding is one of the fastest growing sporting activities in the world. It’s easier than you may think, and most people can jump on a board their first time with no previous experience and start receiving the benefits right away.

All Services

VIP Exercise Expect fun with expert trainers

Training Locations

Workouts can happen wherever you are

Wellness

Living the healthy life

Equipment

The right gear, the right results

COACH

Marcelo Castro

Over 20 years of experience.
International Olympic Committee Diploma in Sport Nutrition.
Practicing Member with the BC Association of Kinesiologists.
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist.
Paddle Canada Advanced Flatwater Stand Up Paddleboard Instructor.
Postgraduate Study in Exercise Physiology.
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition.
Bachelor of Physical Education.
BCRPA Certified Personal Trainer.
NCCP Community-trained Cycling Coach.

TESTIMONIALS

I changed a lot!

I changed a lot since I started training with MCX lifestyle. I used to not be able to do a single knee push-up, and I can do 10 proper push-ups now. Training with MCX lifestyle made me feel better and more confident about myself."

TOBY, 13, West Vancouver

I also learned a lot about nutrition and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

I’ve been training with my trainer Marcelo at MCX lifestyle for almost a year now. I lost 10 lbs and went from barely touching the rim to dunking a basketball. I also learned a lot about nutrition and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. I would definitely recommend MCX lifestyle."

Kai, 17, West Vancouver

As a master trainer, he is knowledgable and cares about his client’s safety and well-being

Marcelo will design a fitness program for you that will not only help you reach your goal of becoming fit, he will make it fun to become fit. Marcelo will incorporate activities you already love to do, such as biking, paddle boarding, running and other activities; Marcelo will show you the proper form to get the most out of the activities you already enjoy. As a master trainer, he is knowledgable and cares about his client’s safety and well-being."

Michael, 60, North Vancouver

He makes each workout challenging and will continue to push his clients to new limits.

I am a long term client of Marcelo and I can’t speak highly enough of him – he gets results. I decided to get a trainer when i realized how long it had been since I stepped foot in a gym and that I needed a kick-start to get going. I was fortunate to have found Marcelo and he is by far the best, he takes the time to understand your needs and tailors his approach accordingly. Marcelo combines an all-encompassing knowledge of training methodologies including cardio, strength/core training and diet. His motivational personality will have you working harder than you thought possible. He makes each workout challenging and will continue to push his clients to new limits. After only one month, I started feeling stronger and noticing my endurance climb, this made the work outs become more fun. As I trained more with Marcelo feeling good was just natural. I am still training hard with him and do not intend to quit any time soon. Marcelo will take all the excuses off the board by being flexible with schedule, travel and even offers home workouts through live video which will kick your butt.”

Connor, 41, Fernie

MCX Lifestyle has changed how I prioritize my health and fitness to make it important to me again

My job involves long hours in front of a computer. As I got older, it was easier to put on weight than to exercise. I am great at making excuses! One day I looked at a picture of myself and barely recognized the woman in the photo. Do I really want to enter retirement out of shape and overweight? I want to be able to do the things I love, such as gardening and paddle boarding and keep up with my grandchildren. I used to run regularly. I loved to run. MCX Lifestyle has changed how I prioritize my health and fitness to make it important to me again. I have lost weight and gained strength, so I don’t hesitate to do physical activities. I am happier as a person and have achieved a healthier work life balance. I can’t say enough about the caring and professional support I have received from my coach."

Cheryl, 60, Quadra Island

Outdoor activities are relatively new to me at this age but now I have more confidence to face the challenges. I am having Fun

My name is Jennifer. I am 68 years old and have been training with Marcelo Castro of MCX lifestyle. Five years ago I was diagnosed with osteoporosis (a bone thinning disease).I had read that weight training increased bone density and strength.I have been working with Marcelo for 5 years.After three years of consistent training (without injury) I’m happy to announce that my bone scan shows denser bones.Yeah!!! The training opens new opportunities for me in that I am being coached in a number of new activities, rowing, paddle boarding and running.In the spring I hope to train in swimming and biking. Outdoor activities are relatively new to me at this age but now I have more confidence to face the challenges. I am having Fun. My health ,endurance and wellbeing have been increased beyond my expectations. I can assure you that in working with MCX Lifestyle you will take your ordinary expectations to extraordinary realizations. Gratefully Jennifer Twyman Registered Massage Therapist (Still in practice) As a master trainer, he is knowledgable and cares about his client’s safety and well-being."

Jennifer, 68, North Vancouver.

All my life I had difficulty losing weight

“All my life I had difficulty losing weight and it was always necessary to take medication for it. But in 2017 I changed completely with MCX Lifestyle! For the first time I lost more than 20kg without any medication. With Marcelo’s guidance I learned the right nutrition and exercises. It really made the difference in my life. And I didn’t stop, because it’s not about only losing weight, it’s a process to keep the weight off, to have better lifestyle, to challenge my body and mind everyday!

Jonaina, 47, Norway