About Us
About Us
About Us
About Us
About Us
Founder of Fuel n’ Burn Fitness. Transformation Expert. Results-Driven Mentor.
Michael A. Gaytan isn’t just another trainer—he’s a man who’s lived the highs, the lows, and the grind of transformation from the inside out. With over 27 years in fitness and 16 years in nutrition, he’s built more than bodies—he’s built discipline, forged mindsets, and helped people reclaim their power. Whether you're aiming for weight loss, aesthetics, muscle growth, or high-level athletic performance, Michael creates real, sustainable change—because he’s walked every step of the journey himself.
It started in a bedroom in 1997. At just 13 years old, tired of being called the chubby kid, Michael cranked up his classic rock, laced up his shoes, and began training with nothing but raw energy, commitment, and an iron will. No gym. No plan. Just the decision to change.
That decision became a habit. That habit became a lifestyle.
Through military service, setbacks, stress, overseas living, and starting over again (and again), he never quit—he adapted. Each season brought a new test: fast food, alcohol, burnout, school stress, injuries, life changes. But every time, Michael answered the same way—by getting back in the arena.
From studying Kinesiology and Nutrition, to becoming a paramedic, to preparing for natural bodybuilding shows, and ultimately building Fuel n’ Burn from the ground up, his mission was always the same: create a place where people could get the truth, the tools, and the transformation they deserve.
Launched in 2020—yes, right as the world was shutting down—Fuel n’ Burn Fitness partnered with Big Tex Gym to become a powerhouse hub of results, discipline, and real coaching. Since then, it’s exploded. From 1:1 personal training, nutrition coaching, bodybuilding prep, and HIIT conditioning, to metabolic testing, 3D body scans, and customized meal plans, Michael has crafted a full-spectrum system for anyone ready to rise.
You’ll find him coaching next door at Blacksheep Combat as well—leading boxing, kickboxing, and group conditioning that burns fat, boosts endurance, and builds fight-ready confidence.
Michael doesn’t just teach fitness—he embodies it. Every client gets the unfiltered truth, years of lived experience, and a strategy tailored to who you are and where you're going. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just straight-up transformation with someone who knows how to pull it out of you.
Whether you're just starting or chasing the next level—this is your coach. This is your time.