Laurie Tongate // athlete • coach • lifter • runner • creator
fitness should make life better, not smaller
Balancing strength and endurance while chasing what lights me up — from ultramarathons to everyday training that feels good and fits real life.
welcome to
A new era of
Fitness
that fits your life
your fitness and training should evolve and grow with you.
After 18+ years of nutrition and fitness coaching and helping thousands of athletes via Paragon Training Methods, social media, and beyond - I’ve learned that training success isn’t about chasing perfection.
It’s about building strength, consistency, confidence, and mostly importantly: finding joy in movement.
Whether I’m lifting heavy, running long, or exploring what’s next - I’m here to prove that you can train hard, live fully, and still have a blast along the way.
bodybuilding
Physique Programs
strength + conditioning
Performance Programs
Quick workouts
Short On Time Programs
Meet Laurie
I’m an athlete, coach, and industry leader who believes fitness should make life better — not smaller.
From competing in CrossFit & Hyrox to running marathons and 50-mile ultras, I’ve learned that the real win isn’t just crossing finish lines — it’s growing stronger in every season.
I love sharing what I'm up, what I'm training for, and what I learn along the way — from workouts, training, to everything in between.
MIND PUMP MEDIA
Fox News
EAT TRAIN PROSPER
Active LIFE RX
BARBELL SHRUGGED
morning chalk up
lift Big.
Keep Evolving.
Live big.
My philosophy is simple: the way you eat and exercise should provide freedom & peace of mind.
Through evidence-based training, balanced nutrition, and a whole lot of humor, I help people find their groove — whether that’s lifting, running a 5K or half marathon, or the courage to start again.
If you’ve ever felt like you had to fit a certain mold to belong in fitness, welcome home.
A Library of Lessons in Strength, Endurance, and Life
featured on the blog
I’ve always believed that sharing what we learn helps us all grow stronger. Here, you’ll find in-depth posts, videos, and guides that make fitness simple, honest, and actually enjoyable.
nutrition
running
lifting
workouts,
wherever.
Our Paragon Training programs blend bodybuilding, strength training, and cardio so you can look, feel, and perform your best — in and out of the gym.
Train anywhere, anytime, with the same approach and philosophies I use for myself.
ready to take the leap?
we've changed over 20,000+
lives with our unique approach to fitness
come get strong with us
