BUILT FOR MORE

Lifted Factor is where grit and self-belief are our building blocks. You bring the will, we bring the strategy — together, we unlock the unstoppable version of you. Built for more means never settling, never stopping, and always getting after it.

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With 23 years of military experience, most being in Special Operations, and a lifetime as an athlete. I’ve honored the discipline, mindset, and adaptability needed to excel in any challenge. As a devoted father, husband, soldier, and coach, I understand the importance of time management and balance, ensuring that each client receives personalized, purpose-driven coaching that fits their life. My approach integrates string mental resilience, tactical fitness expertise, and knowledge of nutrition to create individually tailored programs that foster genuine, lasting relationships because fitness is personal, and so is success.

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Lifted Factor Program

The Lifted Factor Program is built on a simple truth: when you believe in yourself and commit to the work, transformation becomes inevitable. This program is designed to help you build a powerful foundation by strengthening the seven pillars of performance training, nutrition, hydration, recovery, mobility, purpose, and mindset. These pillars shape your daily habits and create the structure needed to perform at your highest level.

Through disciplined action and personal accountability, you will learn to show up each day with intention. The goal isn’t just short term results, but building a sustainable lifestyle rooted in consistency, commitment , and high standards. When these pillars become part of your daily routine, you don’t just improve your fitness you elevate every aspect of your life.

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    Personalized Nutrition Plan

    We create individualized nutrition programs that focus on specific calorie and micronutrient thresholds, that are based on your goals. Every plan is built to meet the unique metabolic needs and goals of the athlete, with a focus on result- driven nutrition.

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    Tailored Training Program

    Each fitness plan is meticulously crafted to the athlete’s current fitness level, lifestyle, and goals. These programs evolve based on real-time results and the athlete’s availability, ensuring consistent progress.

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    24/7 Communication

    Athletes have 24/7 access to me, your coach, for personalized support and guidance. Fitness is personal, and I believe in building strong relationships through constant communication and accountability.

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    Mindset Strategies

    Fitness success goers beyond the body – it’s about mental resilience. I incorporate mindset strategies designed to keep athletes focused, disciplined, and relentless in pursuit of their goals, every single day.

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    Daily Tracking via App

    Our coaching app allows me to track your progress daily, ensuring you stay on course and can easily adapt as needed. It’s about providing real-time coaching, no matter where you are.

  • Colsten Graham

    "Coach Contreras is by far the most personable and knowledgeable coach I have encountered. He’s not simply looking to make a quick buck by giving you a cookie-cutter workout, he wants to actually form a relationship with his clients. Any question I had, any concern, whether it was about the workouts or life in general, he was quick to respond, even with me in a different country and time zone.

    My favorite thing was that he allows you, as the client, the freedom to help build your program based on exercises and things that you enjoy. He takes all the information you give him into consideration when making your custom program.

    Communicate clearly what your goals are to him, running, lifting, or just looking fitter, and he will blow your mind with his diligent approach to getting you far beyond where you want to be. 💪🏼"

  • Nate Bronson

    “Carlos is a great coach who genuinely cares about his clients and his mission with Lifted Factor. He has helped me so much with my goals and constantly pushes me to be the best version of myself in fitness and life. He is adaptive and works with his clients to fit a program tailored to them.”

  • Cynthia Emry

    "I've been working with Carlos Contreras Fitness for the past few months, and I can honestly say he’s more than just a personal trainer — he’s an incredible motivator and innovator. His support goes beyond just workouts; he really helped me stay consistent and focused, especially when it came to nutrition.

    One of the biggest things he provided was the accountability I needed to stay on track. The biggest impact for me was his help with creating a nutrition plan that actually works for my goals. Thanks to him, I’ve seen real progress and feel more confident than ever. Highly highly recommend!"

  • Darin Nguyen

    “Lifted Factor has been a significant guiding element in both my physical fitness and mental toughness. Carlos brings a personalized approach to coaching where I feel I can really maximize my potential while consistently receiving advice and guidance.

    Carlos’s military background has also been a valuable niche in helping me in my fitness journey while being in the military myself. I look forward to getting after it every day while being a part of Lifted Factor.”

  • Cedric Storay

    “Joining Lifted Factor and working with Carlos has honestly been one of the best decisions I’ve made for myself. After my injury, I fell into a pattern of inconsistency, getting in my own head, and just feeling stuck.

    Carlos changed that. He’s not just a great fitness coach, he’s a friend who cares. He helped me push through the mental roadblocks that were holding me back and always knew how to keep me motivated without making me feel overwhelmed or judged.

    He carries energy that motivates you to do more and go further, and you can tell he actually cares about your growth—physically and mentally.”