I help expat entrepreneurs & business leaders
Who feel unhappy with their body and energy rebuild a lifestyle that matches the level of their business - to get a body they love and feel proud of.
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No restrictive diets.
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Just 4 hours a week.
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Through the Power UP Method.
Limited to a few new clients per quarter.
You’ve built success - but something feels off.
Your business is moving forward, but your body hasn’t kept up. Your energy is inconsistent. Your confidence and presence aren’t what they used to be.
You know you’re capable of more - but right now, your body feels like a limitation instead of an asset. You don’t need more motivation. You need alignment.
My Story
A Defining Moment
(01)But it hasn’t always been like this.
I wasn’t always the lean and disciplined entrepreneur you see today. I used to be that dreamy kid - terrible at school, convinced I wasn’t smart. That’s why I always tried to prove I could make it. But deep down, I was scared.
I grew up in an environment that didn’t teach me to take risks. I followed the rules. I played it safe. Always with that quiet feeling of not being enough.
The Struggles
(02)On paper, I had a bright future ahead of me. I was creative, ambitious, a decent athlete. School wasn’t my thing, but I became a site manager in construction. At 26, I took my first big trip with my brother, outside of Europe. It was supposed to make me happy — but it didn’t. Instead, I felt trapped. Trapped in a job that bored me. Trapped in a body I didn’t like. When I started working full-time, I slowly stopped doing the sports that made me feel alive. Once in a while I’d play football with friends — and every time, I paid for it for days.I remember waking up one morning unable to move, calling an osteopath friend at 8am. My body was telling me to stop. I just didn’t know how to listen yet.
My relationship with food became complicated too. I grew up with a father who was very conscious about weight. At home, we’d often hear: “Be careful with that — it’s the road to obesity.”Even though I wasn’t overweight, even with an athletic body, I started to feel guilty every time I enjoyed food. Later, my job gave me access to great restaurants — but I never truly enjoyed them. Each bite came with that inner voice: “This isn’t good for you.” From 24 to 28, I gained 12 kilos. I wasn’t obese — but I was heavy, tired, and empty. That belly around my waist wasn’t just fat. It was everything I was holding in.Everything I no longer wanted to be.
The Turning Point
(03)At 28, I got laid off. A few months later, I hit rock bottom - unemployed, unmotivated, with no self-confidence left.
One day, sitting on my balcony smoking and complaining about life, my father said: “Listen. Either you go, or you stay. But make a decision.”
Six months later, I was 29, in Australia. I didn’t speak a word of English. I was terrified of failing. But my desire to live a life that felt like mine was stronger than my fear.
Transformation
(04)I learned English from scratch and stopped telling myself I wasn’t “enough.” I made a promise to myself: stop talking, start doing. The years that followed were powerful—and destructive. I grew, opened my mind, and dreamed bigger, but I also lost myself.
I smoked, drank, used drugs, and starved myself, terrified of gaining weight again. Until one day, everything stopped. I was hospitalized in Sydney, unable to breathe, on morphine. That’s when I understood something simple and brutal: if I don’t take care of myself, everything falls apart. I was 33.
After four years abroad, back in France, I knew it was time—time to align the man I was becoming with a body I could be proud of. I invested in online coaching, full of doubts, and quickly realized how wrong I had been: I could never have done it alone. I started building muscle, changing habits, and learning deeply, earning certifications in fitness, nutrition, and beyond. My self-esteem grew—and so did my desire to help others do the same.
The Lesson
(05)That’s how the Power UP Method was born.
A complete system designed to help you regain control of your body, your energy, and your life — while growing your business without limits. Life isn’t linear. But with the right structure, you can adapt your body and lifestyle to every season of your life.
No more restrictions.
No more guilt.
Just freedom.
Why this approach is different
I didn’t need more discipline. I needed alignment. My body, my lifestyle, and the man I wanted to become were completely misaligned.
Extreme approaches didn’t work. Motivation didn’t last. Willpower always ran out. What changed everything was structure - built around real life, not perfection.
That’s the foundation of the Power UP Method.
The Power
UP Method
A complete approach designed to give you all the tools to take back control of your body, your energy, and your life - and to boost your performance without limits.
Move better. Live pain-free.
Private coaching sessions - in the gym, at home, or online - to reconnect your body with your energy.
Build strength, muscle, and mobility without spending your life training. Eliminate pain patterns so you can work, travel, and lead without your body holding you back.
Become strong, confident, and free again — in your body and in your business.
Eat better. Think better. Live freer.
Learn how to eat with pleasure - no diet, no frustration. Enjoy food without guilt while still getting results.
Learn how to manage meals while traveling, eating out, or living abroad.
Elevate your mindset so your identity matches the person you’re becoming - not the person you used to be.
Just 4 hours a week.
A clear, sustainable structure designed for demanding lives.
Training, nutrition, and mindset integrated into one system - not three separate problems. Adapt your plan to every season of your life without losing progress.
Why the Power UP Method works
Cardio isn’t the answer.
You’ve been told for years that cardio was the key to losing weight. That’s false - and often counterproductive.
Pleasure makes results last.
Enjoying food doesn’t block results. It’s what makes them sustainable.
Pleasure makes results last.
Enjoying food doesn’t block results. It’s what makes them sustainable.
Cardio isn’t the answer.
You’ve been told for years that cardio was the key to losing weight. That’s false - and often counterproductive.
From now on, you’re not alone.
Imagine waking up with consistent energy. Feeling confident in your body again.
Showing up with presence - in meetings, relationships, and life. No diets. No extremes. Just a clear, sustainable structure that supports the life you’re building.
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You look at your reflection and barely recognize yourself.
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You’ve built career success, but your energy and confidence have faded.
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You look at your reflection and barely recognize yourself.
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Your body can’t keep up with the pace of your life.
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You’ve tried diets or random workouts - nothing truly sticks.
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You’re ready to commit a few focused hours a week if there’s a clear structure.
A few years ago, I trained with Fabian and can confidently say he’s an excellent personal trainer. He taught me the importance of mobility-not just for performance, but for injury prevention and overall well-being. His approach goes beyond strength training, focusing on proper movement and functional fitness for lasting results.
Helder – 33
Tech ITI can’t recommend Fabian enough. After struggling with persistent lower back pain, I found a trainer who truly understands how the body moves and functions. He created a tailored program to improve my hip and lower back mobility, which significantly reduced my pain and improved my overall movement.
Gavin – 52 ans
EntrepreneurFabian is a professional and committed coach. He offers customized programs and takes the time to follow his clients’ progress.His seriousness and commitment are appreciated by those looking for structured support. Thank you for our work together! Grâce à lui, j’ai atteint mes objectifs de forme physique plus vite que prévu !
Raphaël – 34
ExecutiveHello Fab, Merci pour ces trois mois de coaching. Grâce à toi, j’ai développé de nouvelles habitudes, notamment en nutrition, et appris davantage sur les exercices au poids du corps et la mobilité. Ton programme personnalisé et ton suivi quotidien ont vraiment renforcé ma motivation. On sent ta passion – à bientôt 😉
Dim – X ans
Tech ITFabian helped me with getting rid of belly fat and started to make me more aware about my food patterns. We trained mostly outside in the parks of Lisbon. He is really determined to make you achieve your goals. On top of that he is a warm, openminded and caring person. I really recommend to get to know Fabian !
Marco – 31 ans
EntrepreneurI’ve been lucky to work with Fabian Montiel and couldn’t be happier. He’s professional, attentive, and truly passionate about his work.With his guidance, I’ve lost weight, improved my fitness, and relieved my knee pain—greatly enhancing my quality of life. He’s also friendly and supportive. I highly recommend him as a dedicated and caring coach.
Alex – 44
Chief executiveFabian is a great trainer ! I love his approach of incorporationg nutrition with strength training and mobility.As I enter into my 40’s feeling strong and flexible in my body is a priority for me and training with Fabian has been an integral part of my journey. Thank you Coach Fabi 🙂
Jamila – 41
Financial AdvisorJe soussigné, Luc Lechelle, atteste avoir suivi un coaching intensif avec Fabian à Lisbonne, qui m’a pleinement satisfait. Il m’a permis de retrouver force et posture malgré des genoux douloureux. Les séances dans le parc étaient toujours agréables, avec une technique parfaite, rendant son coaching très efficace.
Luc – 65 ans
InvestisseurFinis les torticolis, les pincements et le mal de dos, même avec une activité sportive régulière. Grâce à Fabian, j’ai retrouvé ma mobilité et pris de la force. Aujourd’hui, je peux faire des pompes et des tractions aux anneaux, alors que c’était impensable avant. Je suis très reconnaissant de l’avoir comme coach.
Ziad – 50 ans
Tech ITFabian est un coach exceptionnel qui sait motiver tout en s’adaptant à mes besoins.
Grâce à lui, j’ai atteint mes objectifs de forme physique plus vite que prévu !
Nathan – 32
Tech ITFabian est un coach très attentionné qui m’a aidé à reprendre une routine sportive paprès des années de relâchement. J’ai particulièrement apprécié sa capacité à s’adapter à chacun, ce qui m’a permis une reprise progressive et en douceur.
Stéphane – 38 ans
Tech ITFabian was my personal trainer from March to May 2024. Thanks to his techniques, I lost nearly 8 kg and gained noticeable strength. I appreciated his genuine interest in my goals and his program, which required no high-tech gym equipment. His guidance on diet and nutrition was especially valuable for consistent weight loss.
Mike – 62
RetiredFabi brings a unique enthusiasm and personal approach to training. His knowledge of the body is extensive, and he has an instinctive understanding of movement and physiology—coming from a fitness background, I really appreciate this. Our park session was challenging but enjoyable, and I would definitely train with him again. His passion for his work is clear.
Stephen – 40
Investor“J’ai commencé avec Fabian pour me booster sur une compétition sportive, avec pour objectif de gagner en force.Résultats : 1ère place! Les entraînements sont efficaces, les objectifs atteints, en plus d’ajouter un peu de fun. Je recommande à 100%.”
