About Us
Welcome to RyNo Strength®
Authentic. Personal. Positive.
We’ve worked in the fitness industry for the past 16 years, and we are tired of seeing people confused in health and fitness.
We’ve worked at the highest level in college athletics in Division 1, completed over 20 courses and certifications, and we’ve helped over hundreds of everyday people reach their fitness goals and live a healthier lifestyle.
The information we’ve learned is known in the athletic world, but it’s not getting shared with the people who need it most: the moms and dads of our next generation, the teachers who are educating our children, and our parents who are slowly declining with age.
We work with clients to provide fitness and nutrition advice that they can actually implement into their busy schedules. There is a lot of free workout advice on the internet, as well as sample meal plans. Whilst these might seem like good value options, and a small percentage of people find success with them, most of them are a waste of time and are generic and unsustainable. The reason? They aren’t personalized to fit the person’s needs!
Seeing the troublesome state of health in the world, especially in family and friends, reminded us the world needs more good coaches. Obesity is at an all time high and the rates of depression are on the rise. We have all the free information on health and fitness so why is this happening? People need guidance from a trustworthy and authentic coach who knows what it’s like to feel these things. As someone who was diagnosed with high blood pressure and pre-diabetes, adopting exercise as a habit was the best thing that ever happened to me. We want to foster a community of health and wellness that is built around helping people prevent these negative things from happening in their lives.
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Our Trainers
Our Founder
Ryan Nosak
Ryan realized he had an extreme affinity for strength training and he began working at a local gym at age 15. He coached his friends through strength training sessions and realized he had a knack for teaching and inspiring others. His experiences at the gym throughout high school introduced him to the world of strength and conditioning and Ryan realized he wanted to become a coach. Ryan attended Penn State University for his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology, where he worked as a student coach for the Penn State Nittany Lions football team, as well as numerous other sports.
Ryan’s coaching journey spans 9 years across Division 1 college athletics, with stops along the way at Tennessee State University, Vanderbilt, Robert Morris University, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and more recently, DePaul University. He has worked at Power 5 universities, aided in the training of multiple professional athletes, and has been mentored by NFL strength and conditioning coaches. Outside of college athletics, Ryan has used his experience to inform and improve the lives of numerous clients who want to be more comfortable in their own skin.
Lead Trainer
Miguel Sanchez
Miguel’s first experience in strength and conditioning came while he was a soccer player at Benedictine University. When he walked into the offseason with little to no knowledge on proper strength training in the gym, he felt overwhelmed and confused by exercises he watched. He was fortunate to have a strength and conditioning coach that helped guide him through technique, improve confidence, and improve his strength levels. The following season he noticed improved performance in soccer and his team were able to make a run in the NCAA Tournament. This led Miguel to pursue a career in the strength and conditioning field to pay it forward and have a positive impact on people’s lives through strength training.
After graduating college, Miguel worked with youth athletes, high school athletes, Division 1 athletes, and general fitness clients. He obtained his certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA. Over the course of four years, he has had the opportunity to work with Sport Performance Departments working with the Olympic Sport Teams at DePaul University, and High School Football Strength and Conditioning at Riverside-Brookfield and Nazareth Academy. These experiences have helped Miguel provide a second to none experience to clients by educating them on resistance training and working with them to accomplish their goals in fitness.
Miguel completed his undergraduate degree in Exercise Sport Studies from Benedictine University. His certifications include the CSCS and the USAW-Level 1 for teaching Olympic movements.
Online Trainer and Personal Trainer in Scranton, PA
Chris King
Chris is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and NASM Certified Nutrition Coach located in the Scranton, Pennsylvania area. He is passionate about helping clients live healthier lives and customizes routines to meet individual needs and goals, be it for athletes, busy parents, or those pursuing improved health and energy.
Chris, a fitness enthusiast for over 20 years, began his journey as an athlete using strength training to get better in sports. This led him to a high level baseball career, having played college baseball for two years. But strength training wasn’t just for sports; it transformed his health and life. Now, he’s committed to guiding others through their own fitness journeys.
Fun fact: Chris was Ryan’s first gym buddy. Ryan invited him to join RyNo Strength because Chris had a transformative effect on Ryan’s life, and he believes Chris can do the same for others.
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What our clients say
Ryan is an absolute pro. Pushes you the perfect amount to maximize progress without burnout. He’s also very understanding in listening to your goals.
I began training with Ryan as an online client, one year ago. At 57 yrs. old I had been struggling with menopausal fatigue, bone loss, HB and of course, belly fat. Ryan helped me break through a weight plateau and he changed up my workouts to include heavier weights and to my surprise, fewer workouts! It worked! I broke through 130 lbs. I also have achieved my first Unassisted Pull Up!! I never thought it possible! Recently, I put on a dress from 20 yrs. ago. It fit like a glove, yet my current weight is almost 12 lbs. more than back then! My physique has changed considerably! Ryan's constant encouragement has kept me motivated to succeed in any of my goals. Being an online client is easy. I video my workouts and Ryan reviews them. He sends me advice on technique as well as props for my efforts. Ryan's knowledge of nutrition, strength training and his friendly personality makes him the perfect coach!
RyNo is not a “born-leader” or coach. He’s a self-made, self-molded man. Which makes him the perfect fitness & health coach you could hire to achieve your goals. He has been where you currently find yourself. He knows what you’re going through and will never quit on you. He’s uniquely equipped to do this because he’s done it himself. He leads by example, and has maintained & improved his health since he shed his own extra weight. He’ll help you form new habits that’ll last a lifetime. He’ll hold you accountable while being relatable. He’s a man of integrity and character. I’m lucky to call him my coach.When I started working with RyNo I was a washed up ex-athlete who managed to gain 75 pounds of fat thanks to a sedentary desk job lifestyle. He’s helped me get back into a regular exercise routine, eat healthier, and he’s continually adapted my workouts based on my lifestyle and needs. He’s even created workouts for my kids. My oldest has thinned out thanks to him, as have I. I now only have 30 pounds left, but more importantly I’ve developed new habits that will carry me for a lifetime. If you’re serious about changing. If you want to become a better you and never look back. Hire RyNo.
I've been working out with Ryan for just about a year and can't share enough praises for how talented of a trainer he is. He individually curates the workouts for each of his clients and makes on the a spot adjustments based off how my body is feeling and moving. I am currently 8 months pregnant and have continued to progress in my training by moving up in weights and getting stronger due to Ryan's help. Would highly recommend his services!
Ryan is an incredible health coach and even a better person. He really takes the time to understand your habits and creates a customized plan for your health/fitness goals. I had a back issue that came up and he tailored my plan to help relieve the pain.I also had knee pain I was struggling with from years of playing basketball and he provided exercises which reduced the pain immensely. Ryan helped me understand how little changes such as monitoring your daily step total make a huge difference when trying to lose weight. Whether you are someone new into training, have injuries you are recovering from, or just looking to take your fitness to the next level he is your guy.
Ryan was my powerlifting coach for a long time, and he was by far one of the most professional and knowledgable coaches in the industry. The thing that separated him the most was the professionalism, organization, communication, and soft skills that he exemplified to get to know my needs and get me to my goals.Because of Ryan’s work, I decided to follow his footsteps and work in the strength and fitness industry as well. Being able to make an impact like he does is a great and rewarding feeling.
Ryan has been a great trainer! I worked with Ryan as my strength and conditioning coach in college and I’m working with him now as a remote client. He’s been a tremendous help with getting me back in the gym and creating a program that helps me manage my facet joint pain (back pain). Besides being a great coach, he also helped me gain my confidence back after going through some injuries as a collegiate athlete. He truly cares about people achieving their goals both mentally and physically. Having worked with Ryan for almost 4 years, I highly recommend him!
Ryan is fantastic to work with. As a long distance runner, making my own workout program was difficult. I wasn’t sure how much strength training and which exercises were safest for my body type and the distances I run each week. I was either doing too much, which resulted in injury, or not enough so I wasn’t getting the power I wanted from my legs. I also have flexibility issues and nothing I was doing was giving me the results I wanted.When I met with Ryan, he asked what areas I wanted to focus on and did a deep dive to learn what I’d done in the past, what I felt worked and what didn’t, and where I ultimately wanted to be. He checks in weekly to see see what is working for me and if I would like anything changed (add more weight exercises, increase reps, etc.). This is beyond appreciated because I never feel like my training is stagnant.Over the time I’ve been working with Ryan, I’ve noticed increased flexibility and more power in my legs. I still have work to do, but I’m so happy to know that as I continue to progress, I’m doing so in a safe and healthy manner.He truly cares about each person he coaches and I cannot recommend him enough!
As someone who has tried every fad diet known to man to only focus on losing weight, making the decision to work with a personal trainer was scary at first. But once I filled out my initial paperwork with Ryan, all my fears were put at ease. He is so thorough in understanding your medical history, what your daily routine is like and what your goals are. Since I started working with him I now look forward to moving my body and my relationship with food has never been so healthy. I was able to see results in both my physical composition and in my mental health in as a little as six months.
Ryan helped me reach my goal of crossing my first full marathon finish line. I knew strength and injury prevention were going to be key but it was something I didn’t want to think about. Ryan was able to structure a routine for me and it kept me accountable. He was super responsive whenever I asked a question and if he needed to tweak something in my plan to account for life, etc. he always made the adjustment quickly for me. He was also a huge impact on my mental game going into the final week of training. He was there in all aspects and for that I appreciate Ryan and recommend him for any big life/ training event you have coming up!
I have been working with Ryan for the past seven months and could not be happier with my experience. When I approached Ryan my main goal was to build muscle mass and approach my workouts with a conscious effort. Initially I was nervous that being a remote client may impede my experience, however Ryan was able to squash all my doubts with his ability to establish open communication. I am able to post videos of my workouts to a private journal, so that Ryan may provide tips and correct my form as needed. Ryan checks in with me on a routine basis to see how I am feeling about my progress and how my body is responding to changes in the program. Similarly, if I tell Ryan that I am experiencing any discomfort with certain exercises or daily functions, he adapts the program to fit my needs and provides me with supplemental exercises and/or stretches to help strengthen my problem areas. One of my favorite aspects about Ryan’s services is his ability and willingness to educate me on the physiology and anatomy involved with the exercises. This additional information has drastically improved my ability to isolate muscle groups and prevent unwanted injury. Since I began with Ryan I have lost fat, gained muscle mass, and defined my physique immensely. I am feeling stronger and healthier than ever with Ryan’s guidance. I would encourage anyone looking to improve their health to contact Ryan, he is a consummate professional equipped with the training and knowledge to truly serve his clients.
I work with Ryan on a virtual basis due to my location (northwest suburbs). I have been with him for abut 2 years now and his workouts are always spot on. I tell him my goals and his exercises for me are paying off. If I lived in the city, I would see him in person! He shows you the correct way to do an exercise and makes sure that you understand it.Plus Ryan is always open for questions whenever they arise.He also explained to me that nutrition and exercise are vital to see results. You won't see the entire benefits unless you partake in both. He has suggested different types of food and amounts of food for meals.This has made a big difference for me.With Ryan's help, I am meeting my goals and looking and feeling great!Thank you Ryan!!!!
I have now been a remote client of Ryan’s for over three months and can’t say enough about how pleased I am with my experience and results. Ryan takes a personalized approach to learn about your personal/professional life to help develop a program to meet your goals. Ryan uses apps that allow easy tracking for macros and workouts. He is also easily accessible and responsive with any questions or concerns.Ryan has helped me loose 15lbs over the past 3 months while not feeling like I am truly on a diet or doing endless cardio. I have even battled a few injuries recently and he has tailored my program to accommodate these situations all while continuing to make progress towards my goals. Overall, I am extremely pleased with Ryan’s approach as a coach and would recommended him to anyone no matter what their fitness goals.
I have worked with Ryan for over 5 years both in person and virtually. He is an incredible strength coach who will meet you where you are at, at any stage in your life, and help you reach your goals. He is truly caring and invested in you becoming the best you can be. I have nothing but praise for Ryan and would recommend him to any of my friends or family! He has helped me with not only weight loss and strength gains but also creating a lifestyle that is focused on consistency and small wins! 10/10 recommended!!!
I had the opportunity to have Ryan as my strength and conditioning coach over the course of my Track and Field career at DePaul University. Over our 3 years together, Ryan helped me get my squat max up to 500lbs, while also helping to improve my 100 meter dash time to 10.60. Ryan not only helped me to get stronger and faster, but also gave me the knowledge to make better lifestyle choices (sleep, diet, etc,), which made me feel better and stay healthy throughout the track season.Since I graduated college, Ryan has helped me a ton with transitioning from the life of a student athlete. Working with Ryan remotely, he has helped to stay in shape and feel healthier and happier. He is my go-to source of information when it comes to training, diet, sleep, and general health. He always stays on top of his education and is constantly learning new things regarding health and fitness, so he is an incredible resource to have.No doubt the best of the best!
I’ve been working with Ryan remotely for a little over six months now and “happy with the results” doesn’t even begin to cover it. I reached out for help with both strength training programming and nutrition coaching and I absolutely love how things are going.When we started, Ryan really wanted to understand my history and where I was at to find the best way forward to meet my goals and keep growing. We consistently touch base on how I’m doing and I am able to get much needed feedback on form and technique even from a time zone away. He uses the Teambuildr app to build my workouts which allows me to add notes on how I’m feeling and ask questions that he can answer when he reviews my workout. Ryan is very skilled at designing a lifting program. I’m able to go in each lift knowing I’ll be able to make improvements in both form and strength with his guidance. Ryan also has been helping me with nutrition and setting macro goals that are compatible with my new lifestyle. He’s responsive, insightful, and helping me learn how to maximize my macros for the level of lifting that I’m doing. I’ve seen great results and not only can feel myself getting stronger, but I can clearly see it too.My schedule has been in flux the past couple of weeks and Ryan has been incredibly helpful in adjusting my program to work with the changes instead of me feeling like I don’t know how to make it work. This is just one of the ways he shows that he really is rooting for you. He wants you to enjoy your workouts and not make it a “chore” you have to fit in. He’s there for you as a coach and as an accountability partner who wants to see you improve. I highly recommend RyNo Strength for anyone looking for a trainer.
I have been training once a week with Ryan for almost a year now and my strength and confidence in the gym have both skyrocketed. I feel healthy and supported in my fitness journey and goals. I would recommend Ryan and RyNo strength to anyone looking to make a change in their fitness journey.
Ryan has literally changed my life. I have been in and out of fitness for most of my adult life. I could never find a way to engage in a training program that I both enjoyed and saw results from.I was referred to Ryan through a mutual friend. Since I have begun to work with him (around 2 months ago) I have lost over 20 pounds, gained a ton muscle, and learned to actually LOVE working out.His program is easy to follow. The app is super helpful with videos and all other necessary info for each exercise. On top of that he is always available for any questions I have had along my fitness journey. I also have a history of multiple back injuries and Ryan has been able to adjust my routines as necessary to overcome this obstacle.Truly, this model of a remote fitness coach is one of the best investments in my health I have ever made. The accountability, consistency, and motivation this has provided has started me on an amazing health journey and I could not be happier.
Ryan is awesome! This isn’t just a cookie cutter program he sends to all his clients. It’s personal and made specifically for you, your goals, and your restrictions (injured former athlete here). He’s always available and is quick to modify things to work best for you! Plus the app he uses is awesome for tracking progress. I’ve referred a friend to him as well and the results Ryan’s clients achieve speak for themselves! Working with him is a great investment in yourself and your health.
I've been training with Ryan for approximately a year and a half. After I got engaged, I knew I wanted to seek out a trainer to get me into great shape mentally and physically for my wedding. He took the time to understand my goals and to put a workout plan into place to get me to where I wanted to be. I noticed an apparent physical change while working out with Ryan right away. We focused on building lean muscle and isolating each muscle group. I have never felt and looked better while working out with Ryan (and I was a former college athlete). Ryan knows how to get results and how to have fun doing it.Not only is his training top notch, but he’s very communicative and is flexible with your schedule. He was able to bump up my training sessions to 3x a week in the last few months prior to my wedding. He even saw me on Friday afternoons. He is dedicated to his clients and wants them to be pleased with the results. Additionally, while I was out of town, he would send me workouts I could do on my own to continue the progress we made.He has a welcoming and personal demeanor. The training sessions are extremely rewarding but also fun because of the wonderful conversations we have. He is a joy to be around which makes working out that much better!Because of training sessions with Ryan, I was extremely pleased with the way I looked and felt at my wedding! I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to make a physical and/or lifestyle change. Thanks for everything, Ryan.
I used RyNo Strength for approximately 8 months participating in the remote program. Ryan set me up with a nutrition and workout plan to help reach, and most importantly maintain my weight goals. Through his remote program I lost over 25 lbs during my time! I also gained strength and improved my cardio! I went from barely running a mile to just completing my first 10 mile race last month! Friends and family are always amazed at the change my body went through during this time. Friends now refer to me as Slim Jim instead of Big Jim! I was very new to strength training and Ryan walked me through the whole process. Definitely recommend to newbies (like myself) to help set you up for a healthier lifestyle. You won't regret investing in yourself!
RyNo Strength is great! I am working with Ryan and Miguel to support my goals of health, mobility and strength. Their customized workouts are consistently focused and challenging. I’ve reached new highs on weights, while also maintaining health and improving sleep based on their advice. They listen to my goals and develop plans that help me achieve them. Huge thanks to Ryan and Miguel for keeping me on the path to wellness - and for the new PRs.
I’ve been working with Ryan for around 9 years both in person and remotely. I’ve never met another trainer as dedicated to continually learning and catering to an individual’s specific wants and needs. Working with Ryan is extremely fun and I highly recommend working with him!
Working with Ryno Strength for the last 3+ years has been very helpful for not only building lean muscle and strength but also building in accountability towards reaching my goals.As a remote client, Ryan does a great job of using technology, check ins, and well developed training programs to help you reach whatever goal you envision. He is a treasure trove of knowledge on everything training as well as diet and I’m looking forward to continually being a client.
I’ve been working with Ryan remote for a few months now and absolutely love it! Communication is consistent and easy, his app is amazingly user friendly and he’s always ready to help or modify a program based on your feedback. He’s super flexible and understanding of my inconsistent schedule and has made it super easy to keep on track with everythingI’ve seen great results and really enjoy sharing feedback with Ryan throughout the training cycles. I’d highly encourage anyone seeking a trainer to hit him up (any experience level whether you’ve been lifting for years or just getting into it) I couldn’t be happier and look forward to continuing to work with him into the future
Teaming up with RyNo Strength has really changed my lifestyle for the better. For the past year I have been working with Ryan, and he has provided me with tools to help guide me to live a happier and healthier lifestyle! It has changed my life in more ways then he’ll know. From working crazy long hours to traveling constantly, Ryan can help anyone from any lifestyle achieve their health and fitness goals! And along with loosing pounds and inches, you gain physical and mental strength to try new things like my first 5k this year! Thanks for everything Ryan!
I have worked with Ryan for about 18 months as a virtual client living in North Carolina. Ryan sends me my monthly program with videos if I ever get lost. He truly is amazing, his level of knowledge and application is exceptional. Ryan always checks in on me and we have tri weekly phone calls to see how I am doing. He also sends me texts messages constantly. I have increased my strength significantly in addition to losing some weight. As a personal trainer myself I felt like I needed a program to push me. I found it!!Even if you're not in Chicago and hundreds of miles away Ryan will help you get to your goals and ensure you are having a blast doing it.
We have been training with Ryan virtually since 2021 and absolutely love it! We live in indianapolis and have training sessions once a week. He provides so much insight and guidance for my wife and I who train together. He customizes our diets and workouts to meet our goals. He has helped us with weight loss, dieting (properly), as well as sleep and stress management techniques. I also have flexibility issues and he designed a stretching routine I could do daily at the office. He goes above and beyond to make sure you’re improving your overall health and fitness. Can’t say enough good things about our experience with him.
RyNo Strength has helped me reach my weight loss goals, they provide me with customized workouts via an app that makes it easy to complete the workouts because I am not currently in Chicago. They are challenging, but very doable and engaging. I look forward to my workouts everyday and always get excited when it's time for a new round of them! RyNo Strength is always there to encourage me when need it and always there for support!
I have enjoyed working with Ryan, even though we live 500 miles apart. He takes the time to develop workout plans for my life, helps me to keep track of nutrition and nutritional values (with my goals in mind) and he offers guidance/feedback whenever and wherever I need. Having a strength coach is not something I previously would have done, but he has helped me to achieve my fitness goals up to this point, and we have a plan in place to take the “next steps” as life and opportunities present themselves.I’m thankful for his impact on my life, and if you are thinking of taking the “leap” to have someone guide your fitness goals, Ryan is an excellent choice.
I have been a remote client of Ryan's for over three months and my experience has been great. Ryan went to great lengths to understand my fitness level, my life schedule and how I wanted to incorporate workouts, and my future goals.Ryan uses the Teambuildr app to provide you with your workouts and each exercise includes a demonstration video to help you through any unfamiliar movements. It is a great way for him to track your progress and ask the right questions about whether you are on track to meet your goals.Most importantly, Ryan is responsive and takes the time to understand you as a client as you continue to grow and develop. We have worked through injuries and new exercise focuses, and the workouts he creates are an ideal balance of challenging and rewarding. As a coach, he truly wants you to not only reach your goals, but more importantly, to enjoy the process.
Ryan is phenomenal trainer and a breath of fresh air. He has a very welcoming and personable demeanor which is nice when you first start because often times personal training can be daunting or intimidating but I felt extremely comfortable with Ryan from day 1. He also has a vast knowledge of fitness, health and the industry as whole, not to mention it’s evident he cares greatly about his client’s personal well being. I am so grateful I found RyNo Strength because it’s everything that I could ask for when it comes to personal training.
I've been training with Ryan for several years now, it has been an excellent experience. Ryan does a great job of making workouts challenging, while at the same time knowing what’s to far so I’m not totally exhausted or unnecessarily sore. I am in much better shape and more confident about exercising than when I started with Ryan.I do 2 sessions a week with Ryan. Prior to the pandemic these were in person, but Ryan has made virtual sessions very effective. Another big plus is that he always gives me a plan for a 3rd workout to complete on my own each week.With Ryan there is a great balance between getting really confident with the various exercises while also getting new and challenging ones to avoid working out getting monotonous.
