Performance United - Personal Training & Exercise Physiology

Fantastic experience: Knowledgeable, listens, observes, encourages, variety - Michael ticks all these boxes and more...and is a nice guy to boot. What more could you ask for in a Personal Trainer !! He gets my vote.

Fantastic experience: Michael has been an awesome coach! He really listens and adjusts my workouts based on what I’m aiming for. I’ve seen great progress, and I couldn’t recommend him enough!

Fantastic experience: Coach Michael has helped me achieve amazing results in just a few months - over 3kg fat loss, increased muscle, improved upper body strength, and enhanced bench press technique. I am now confidently preparing for my first ever comp! His program is easy engaging and easy to follow. As a person with a physical disability, it’s not easy to find a fitness coach with the his level of expertise, adaptiveness and sense of humour - Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Before Sechos: - Yo-yo weightloss with no consistent progress - Terrible form on compound lifts - Struggling to build strength consistently - Inconsistent nutrition - Self-proclaimed deadlift hater After Sechos: - 15 kilos down in 6 months and still dropping consistently - Form on all compound lifts fixed - Squatted two plates for reps for the first time in years, then hit 3 for the first time ever shortly after and still climbing - Strike the right nutrition balance to lose weight sustainably while getting jacked - Deadlift double my weight for reps and still climbing My only regret is not starting sooner. If you want to start taking nutrition and fitness seriously, spend the money, take the guesswork out of the equation and save yourself years of stalled progress like I went through.

Fantastic experience: Mike is a great trainer. He pushes me out of my comfort zone and has helped with my motivation and momentum in training along with keeping me accountable and on track with my Macros from his tailored nutrition plan.

Fantastic experience: Michael has helped me consistently through my fitness journey. He has worked exceptionally well in helping me better myself and surprise myself in my capabilities when it comes to training. Michael is well versed in what he does and most importantly, being able to tailor a program to fit your individual needs within your capacity.

Fantastic experience: I first came to coach Mike to help me strengthen my pelvic floor. This was when I was 14 months post-partum and after I had no luck with other health professionals. Fast forward 6 months; I am 3 months pregnant, s t r o n g e r  and  f i t t e r that ever! I honestly can't express how fortunate and blessed I am to have Mike as my strength and conditioning coach. His expertise, energy, and commitment at every training session has been nothing short of exceptional! I highly recommend him for anyone ready to elevate their fitness game!

Fantastic experience: Michael's detailed tailored strength program has made me the strongest I have ever been. All my aches and pains are a thing of the past. You will not be disappointed with his service.

Fantastic experience: I really enjoy training with Michael. Right combination of pushing me to improve techniques, lift heavier, hold that plank longer and maintain good form without being pushy or condescending. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Michael offers a fun, challenging and supportive environment, and an individualised approach to getting results. I started with little experience in weightlifting, low confidence and a bad knee. Through Michael i am now able to lift without pain in my knee and continue hitting PBs in my weightlifting journey. As a coach Michael is patient, knowledgeable and dedicated; if you commit to the program it will be one of the best decisions you make for your physical and mental health! I am extremely happy with my fitness results and cannot recommend Michael’s coaching enough!

Fantastic experience: Loved working with Michael on my fitness and nutrition, he made the program easy to follow, flexible and great communication

Fantastic experience: Signed up with Michael as a last resort to rehab a 5 month old back injury and get back into deadlifting. I went from not being able to pick up a barbell without aggravating my injury, to hitting a deadlift PB in just 12 weeks of F2F coaching. Now, not only am I pain free but consistently growing stronger across all SBD lifts. I Ioved Michael’s coaching style so much i’ve decided to stick with him to work on some other goals. Michael is genuinely an all round great guy and truely a rare find! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I have been training with Michael for six months, and the transformation has been remarkable. Under his guidance, I have substantially improved my form, strength, and overall well-being. Before starting with Michael, I had constant back pain caused by two bulging discs. My flexibility was severely limited, as I couldn't bend halfway down my shins. However, through consistent training sessions with Michael once a week, coupled with diligent adherence to the program he designed for me, I have experienced a significant turnaround. Now, not only can I effortlessly touch my toes, but I have also achieved unprecedented levels of strength and overall energy.

Fantastic experience: Michael is a fantastic trainer - I've had limited mobility and weakness in my right hip my whole life and four months working with Michael has made me stronger than I ever expected to be. Great guy & great trainer, would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Michael is a great personal trainer who has been a huge asset to my fitness journey. He has assisted in perfecting my technique and created workout programs that are tailored to my specific needs. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to take their fitness to the next level!

Fantastic experience: Super down to earth, practical approach to training. Coaching isn’t just for hardcore lifters, I’m a mediocre gym go-er who needs help with technique and improving strength for running. Michael helped me improve massively and was really important in keeping me motivated. His approach to training is top tier, I’d encourage everyone to give it a trial, you won’t regret it!

Fantastic experience: Michael is awesome! He listened to my goals and built programs to help me achieve them. Although I had some health hiccups along the way, he remained supportive and provided alternatives. I always enjoyed his workout routines as they weren’t repetitive and boring. Thanks Michael for providing me with the knowledge to continue my own training!

Fantastic experience: Coach Mike is an amazing trainer! I have been seeing him 9 months now and I have never felt stronger. He’s personable and not your typical trainer, we have a good laugh every session!

Fantastic experience: Michael is an exceptional personal trainer. He has a rare combination of skills that allow him to get the best results from his clients. He knows exactly how hard to push his clients to get them to reach their goals, but he also has the ability to listen to them and understand their needs. He tailors each workout to each individual, making sure they are comfortable with the intensity while still challenging them to push themselves. Michael's approach to personal training has helped both my wife and I achieve fitness goals we never could alone, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to get in shape!

Fantastic experience: Been working with Michael for over a year. Couldn’t ask for a better person to help me achieve my goals. My passion for fitness and health has increased since finally seeing results of hard work.

Fantastic experience: I was previously dealing with a shoulder problem for 6 months. After seeing Michael he took time and care in assessing me and developing a program for my rehab and general conditioning. Since seeing Michael I have seen a massive improvement in my overall strength and conditioning and I have not had one issue with my shoulder since, which was a problem for me for months before. Michael is a very professional and knowledgeable coach as well as being a great bloke.

Fantastic experience: Made my weight loss journey a stress free experience. Provided me with everything I needed. Always kept track me on track. Great work and continue to stay with him.

Fantastic experience: I signed up to Coach Mike’s personal training after years of paying for unused gym memberships, suffering freak sporting injuries and trying lots of unsustainable diets. From my first session, I thoroughly enjoyed Michael’s structure, ongoing tips and valuable insight into how to train and eat to meet my fat loss and muscle building goals. In the space of three months, I lost over 10kgs, increased my bench max by nearly 50kgs, toned up and completely transformed my relationship with food thanks to my individualised training program and nutrition plan. Coach Mike is super motivating during workout sessions and will truly help you to exceed your fitness goals. He’s absolutely changed my life and I’m super excited about my next training session!

Fantastic experience: Michael’s knowledge and experience is second to none. He is very technical and has great attention to detail when it comes to all types of training styles. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced in your sport, Michaels coaching style will help you develop and grow. Thank you Michael for all your help.

Fantastic experience: Great energy, very professional and efficient

Fantastic experience: Michael has been such a fantastic, attentive and knowledgeable coach. He’s helped me overcome a knee injury and had me back squatting pain free within weeks. Michael programs with such care and attention detail - reviewing videos, constantly cueing me and sharing his expertise in a digestible way. He helped me find my love of weight training again - thank you Michael!

Fantastic experience: Coach Michael Sechos is the best of the best. He takes the time to get to know his clients and puts in the effort to tailor their training to meet their goals and lifestyle. His approach is evidence-based and you can trust him to guide you towards being the best version of yourself in your fitness and wellbeing. I would not hesitate to recommend Coach Michael Sechos to my family and friends.

Fantastic experience: Best in Sydney guaranteed! Would recommend!!!

Fantastic experience: Michael's detailed training programs and attention to detail in identifying and addressing issues with my form and technique with different exercises has helped me to continually grow and achieve my fitness goals over the last year

Fantastic experience: Definitely recommend. Michael is insightful and knowledgeable when it comes to training and nutrition. With his guidance, I’ve been able to build on the techniques I already had and execute exercises with complete confidence. He’s always motivating and gives you the push you need to work harder in every session.

Fantastic experience: Doing a great job teaching me proper lifting technique to deal with constant back pain from lifting. Starting to feel a lot more consistent in the lifts and targeting the right areas. Michael makes the whole process feel super comfortable and always available for a chat or video review between sessions. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Amazing coach, knows all the details and intricacy’s for performance. I’ve never felt better. Thanks coach Mike!

Fantastic experience: Coach Michael is a great guy to work with , very supportive and always pushes you to your absolute very best. Always checking in and making sure the program and regime are working well. Would definitely recommend!

Fantastic experience: Michael has been a great coach for me personally. He has provided me with education, support and has helped me immensely in working towards my strength goals. Michael is always interactive and provides great guidance with his exercises prescription. Great coach and great bloke !!

Fantastic experience: I have been strength training for over 10 years and found myself not reaching my goals. Michael was extremely professional and knowledgeable in his field of exercise physiology. I was able to reach beyond my strengthening goals at such a quick pace. Thank you so much to Michael who has kept me strong and feeling buff at the gym!! He was able to modify exercises specific for my injuries and also get me training pain free!

Fantastic experience: I'd been trying to go it on my own for a while, but my fitness journey really took a turn when Michael started helping me. I've never felt stronger and understood more about lifting before in my life, and he caters my programs to my specific weaknesses, needs and goals. The best thing about him as a coach is that he is also always pushing himself to learn and be better, progressing me as a client in the process. He puts the same attention to detail and care into my success as his own, always applying new and better optimised versions of things we were doing, whilst keeping the fundamentals in mind. He explains why we are doing what we are doing as well, giving me insight and a better understanding, which for me personally helps me continue down the path as it doesn't feel aimless. I believe this is because coach Michael knows that he needs to adapt his coaching style from.person to person, as everyone responds differently to different coaching styles.

Fantastic experience: Coach Michael is a great trainer! He’s very knowledgeable and supportive. He was able to assist with rehabilitating an injury, as well as continuing training. Michael has helped me work through a series of great programs to help me achieve my goals. The gym itself is very clean and has a great variety of equipment to keep training interesting and enjoyable. Would definitely recommend Coach Michael!

Fantastic experience: I started S&C with Michael back in Feb and since then I’ve noticed a big improvement in my overall strength, endurance and body composition. I was really skeptical getting back into S&C due to a bad wrist injury and the pain that lifting weights might cause. However, the amount of strength I have been able to gain back in my wrist and the decrease in wrist pain, has been phenomenal. Michael helped me focus a lot more on rehabilitation exercises and really understand the importance of it.

Fantastic experience: Recently completed the performance assessment with Coach Mike. As a BJJ athlete this was extremely helpful. It addressed multiple components relating to performance. It was very detailed and insightful. The report I received back regarding my results was extremely thorough and provided me with a game plan as well as ideas moving forward as to how I can progress my training and what I need to work on. It was very eye opening, I will be doing this again in a couple months time to see how much I have improved based off Coach Mikes recommendations. Highly recommend this service for athletes.

Fantastic experience: Michael's knowledge and passion is second to none. He's always willing to put his clients first to help them achieve their desired goals. I couldn't recommend Michael highly enough!

Fantastic experience: Michael is a great trainer and very knowledgeable. His programs are persolised for all his clients and he can give you nutritional advice. If you want a trainer who is qualified and loves his job give him a call

Fantastic experience: I've been doing workouts with Michael for 2-3 months now and I am amazed at the progress I have made with him. Simply, with Michael's help I achieved my goal of building muscles, one which I have struggled with in the past. Michael really helped me by customising effective workout program and providing inspirational encouragement that makes you start to enjoy working out more. If I had to recommend a personal trainer, Michael is definitely the one.

Fantastic experience: Michael has been instrumental in my strength journey after finding myself plateauing with progress. He is a patient and extremely knowledgeable coach that has tailored a considered program around previous injury and demanding work schedule. I strongly recommend Michael as he takes the time to understand your training and personal needs and has made sure to make me feel comfortable in each training environment! Overall, quality guy!

Fantastic experience: Did a 3 month block of training here. Very well versed in the field of training and nutrition. Makes sure you push yourself to the limit. Flexible and focused. Improved both my form and nutrition. I’m beginning to see results. Thanx Mike.

Fantastic experience: I started with Michael approximately 2 months ago and so far I am very impressed and motivated by the way Michael carefully listens and analyses my performance and goals. His friendly but focused approach to coaching keeps our sessions on point and with a great vibe. He posesses a strong knowledge base of human biomechanics and uses this to create a bespoke training plan that fits me well, specifically to addressing my mechanical and fitness imbalances to meet my martial art sport and life goals. The gym itself has all the right tools to support most demanding training applications. I highly recommend engaging services with this highly qualified and progressive coach.

Fantastic experience: Started training with Michael to build strength and improve on technique. Its only been 3 short months and he’s already helped me hit new personal bests and most importantly my form has drastically improved. Michael listens to my training needs and concerns, is super reliable and knowledgeable and always makes training enjoyable!

Fantastic experience: Been great working with Michael, knowledgeable and reliable. Regularly checks in and provides feedback and is always looking for ways to help you stay on top of your goals. Michael provides flexibility - no rigidity and always keeps things interesting. Really like the fact that he takes a multi-angle approach to training whatever the goal is, from actual workouts to recovery.

Fantastic experience: Since training with Michael (almost 2 years now) my overall fitness and strength has improved drastically. I don't get to see Michael in person much as I am really busy but he is always checking in, firstly to make sure I am doing okay mentally and physically, and secondly to check in on my program and progression. I only have time to train once a week and Michael has been very understanding, writing me programs that are not only effective and efficient, but also do not have a negative impact on my daily work duties. Its rare to come across a coach who is educated and experienced enough to cater to someone like me who leads such an active and demanding lifestyle - all without judgment. In July 2020, I sat at 20% BF and 57kgs. Since following Michaels program, today (4/3/22) I am 12.5% BF and 55kgs. I am beyond pleased :D Thank you Michael - you are the best!

Fantastic experience: Michael is one of the best coaches I’ve come across!! Keeps it real in the best possible way. Training with him is always fun and you can always count on him for great results. Since starting with him I can see a massive difference in body composition and I keep learning new things each and every session. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I have been with Coach Michael since after lockdown (~6 months and counting) in an effort to put my health in focus. Since then I have seen myself go from strength to strength (no pun intended), enjoying every session with lots of variety and never feeling like I am burnt out. Michael's training philosophy has sets him apart in my eyes with his focus on intelligent sustainable progression and training safely. In short, Michael will help you get the most bang-for-your-buck for the amount of effort you put in, realising your potential sooner and most importantly with proper form. I am by no means a powerlifter nor any form of elite athlete and you don't need to be too - I recommend his coaching to anyone at any level, including time-poor professionals like myself.

Fantastic experience: Michael is a great and knowledgeable coach. He goes further than your average PT by far!! Lifting isn’t my main goal but he’s been able to show me how important it is to supplement my BJJ goals. He has taken into account my goals and needs to create a personalised program that he continuously updates and supports me with, keeping me on track and always progressing. I would definitely recommend seeing Michael!!

Fantastic experience: Since training with Michael my form has vastly improved and hitting some serious lifts . He is committed to assisting me reach my strength and fitness goals. An extremely knowledgeable and experienced strength coach; I’m always learning new techniques and corrections from him… helping me progress quicker. Couldn’t recommend him enough!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been a long time client of Michael. I started seeing him to help build muscle. He prescribed me exercises to build up lagging muscle groups to help my over all lifts. I cannot recommend him more highly.

Fantastic experience: If you want someone who will train you with a holistic approach and who will cater to your needs, pace and style this is your guy! Michael is super down to earth and will guide you through every step of the way. He's a great motivator and really cares, he will look at what you need for lifestyle and apply the best method.

Fantastic experience: Michael is down to earth and has a lot of knowledge about training, nutrition and fitness in general. He’s approachable, and has been great at helping me achieve lifting goals while also understanding that lifestyle is just as important. Good value, great adaptability and awesome programming. Definitely a solid trainer if you are keen on incorporating fitness and lifestyle in the long term

Fantastic experience: Michael is an expert is his field, highly recommend

Fantastic experience: As a professional athlete, having a strong & structured strength and conditioning routine is paramount. Its refreshing to work with somebody, like Michael, who is not only very knowledgeable in his field but also hardworking and makes sessions enjoyable. I highly recommend his services whether your goals are to be a competitive athlete or just to improve general well being

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Coach Michael Sechos for all your training needs. Evidence based training programs and health advice keep me coming back. If you want good vibes and want to become strong, you've come to the right place

Fantastic experience: Honestly can’t recommend Michael enough! As a wanna-be power lifter it’s been such a game changer to train with Michael! His skills are matched by his quality cues and taking the time to get what works for you. Made significant improvements in just a few months already, can’t wait to keep seeing more

Fantastic experience: Started with Michael a few months ago as an online client. Michael's super insightful and has a wealth of knowledge that he is always able to share with me. Love getting to pick his brain and he's always super motivating. Legend!

Fantastic experience: I have been an online client with Michael for 3 months and he is one heck of a coach. He's responsive, attentive and real fun to work with. As someone who's suffered from back pain for years, Michael has helped build back my strength and made training really enjoyable!

Fantastic experience: Best decision i have made this year. This is my 7th week training with Michael. He has been very professional and understanding throughout the journey. He is always pushing me to the best of my abilities so I can achieve better results. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Michael is by far the most knowledgeable trainer that I have encountered. His attention to detail, understanding of how the body works and mastery of programming make him top class. Coupled with over 13 years of training experience, and a masters degree in exercise physiology, he provides the ultimate package. I highly recommend his services. He provides individualised programs that are scientifically rationalised.

Fantastic experience: Michael understood the problems and goals I had and helped me achieve them. He runs high quality sessions and is attentive to detail.