About
Like a rhino training
Our
Story
Strength. Confidence. Resilience.
Like A Rhino was founded in February 2023 by Coach Lyss, also known as Alyssa Conway—a lifelong athlete, certified trainer, and record-holding powerlifter.
After years of experience in personal training, competing, and helping others achieve their fitness goals, she took a leap of faith to create a coaching service that empowers people of all levels to train with confidence through personalized programs, expert guidance, and ongoing support.
meet coach lyss
Coach Lyss has been a certified personal trainer since 2021, with a background in strength training and powerlifting.
From 2021 to 2023, she held 8 WRPF records in New Mexico across two weight classes and secured 4 top 3 rankings in the USPA. While she has stepped away from powerlifting to focus on functional fitness and growing Like A Rhino, her passion for personal fitness and helping others build strength remains stronger than ever.
Jacob C.
"Very knowledgeable coach who knows what she’s doing. She will push you and knows how to help you heal if you overdo it.
I would recommend her services to anyone looking to better themselves."
Dawn A.
"I have trained with Alyssa for a few years. She is one of the BEST trainers I've had. I LOVE the way she critiques my form, to ensure each movement is done correctly and prevents injury.
She has an AWESOME personality and her POSITIVITY SHINES through.
When she says "I Believe in You" it's a genuine statement... NEVER question it!"
Christy G.
"I met Alyssa a couple of years ago and instantly loved her.
Her style of training caught my eye as she was very knowledgeable and precise on the lifts.
Alyssa is bubbly, sweet and you would never know if she was having a bad day because she always has a smile.
I hope to train with her again"
Our vision
At Like A Rhino, we believe that training isn’t just about lifting weights—it’s about unlocking confidence, resilience, and long-term strength.
Whether your goal is weight loss, muscle gain, or improved athletic performance, our training programs are designed to be safe and effective, no matter your fitness level.
We provide:
- Personal training tailored to your individual needs.
- Strength training programs to build power and endurance.
- Personal fitness plans that prioritize both progress and sustainability.
- Guidance from top personal trainers in Albuquerque, NM.