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Marc Ouellette

Jun 9, 2018
4 min

Forget Your Weight - Do This Instead

How would you like to get rid of your bathroom scale? Never again subject yourself to the angst and humiliation of stepping on and waiting for the number-that-will-determine-your-self-esteem to light up the screen. Sounds awesome, right? It’s been ingrained in us from an early age to worry about our weight, however today I’d like to show you how the number on your bathroom scale is an unreliable measurement of your progress that should really be thrown out the window. Some ba

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Why Strength Training is Important as You Age

Marc Ouellette

Jun 7, 2018
3 min

Why Strength Training is Important as You Age

As you get older, it’s more important than ever to take care of your health and stay active for as long as possible. The great news is that you can maintain and even improve your physical condition with strength training. There are many reasons as to why strength training is so important to keep up with as you get older. Daily Activities If you keep up with strength training as you age you will be able to keep up with doing things like daily chores, getting the groceries and

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Are Your Health & Fitness Goals Unrealistic?

Marc Ouellette

Jun 6, 2018
3 min

Are Your Health & Fitness Goals Unrealistic?

Setting a new fitness goal can be exciting and add a new spark to a dying fitness flame, but sometimes we get too exuberant and overestimate our abilities. We want to challenge ourselves with a new and loftier goal, but sometimes we expect more out of ourselves that we can deliver. When that happens, it is time to re-evaluate our goal and make it more realistic. So how do you know if your fitness goal is unrealistic? Usually if any of these three things happen, it is time to

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4 Steps to Overcome Procrastination and Laziness!

Marc Ouellette

Jun 3, 2018
3 min

4 Steps to Overcome Procrastination and Laziness!

Before we can get to the “how” of overcoming laziness and procrastination, we must first define each one as they are a little different from each other. Laziness is a state of mind where the individual just doesn’t care. Yes, there are things that s/he could do that need getting done, but the person lacks the focus and desire to accomplish these things. Procrastination on the other hand is a reluctant behavior to do something. It differs from laziness in that it isn’t that th

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How Exercise Helps With Lowering Your Blood Pressure?

Marc Ouellette

Jun 1, 2018
3 min

How Exercise Helps With Lowering Your Blood Pressure?

Do you want to take control of your blood pressure? If so, exercise may be the key for you to do just that. Many people may not realize exercise can help you control your blood pressure. As you probably know, you are more prone to high blood pressure as you age. Unfortunately, we all age and this cannot be helped. But controlling your blood pressure can be helped. By exercising you can prevent risks of high blood pressure which can cause stroke and kidney disease. If you alre

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Marc Ouellette

May 30, 2018
3 min

5 Foods You Didn't Know Were Superfoods

A superfood is simply a type of food that is extremely healthy for you due to delivering a lot of minerals, vitamins, and essential nutrients. While many people know the basics like spinach, oatmeal, bananas and blueberries, there are some others that are a little less known. Here are some healthy superfoods you might not have known were included in this category. 1. Goji Berries There are quite a few exotic fruits that are now becoming a staple in America, and goji berries a

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How Does Strength Training Help You Lose More Fat?

Marc Ouellette

May 28, 2018
2 min

How Does Strength Training Help You Lose More Fat?

Consider the following: 1 in 3 people are overweight or obese Strength training burns fat faster than cardio, interval training and other forms of exercise Applying those 2 facts, there is a good chance that you may be looking to trim some fat from your body. If so, an understanding of how different types of exercise lead to health and wellness is required. Cardiovascular exercises are those which you can perform for a prolonged period of time. They elevate your heart rate, a

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How To Get Up And Workout In The Morning

Marc Ouellette

May 27, 2018
3 min

How To Get Up And Workout In The Morning

There may be a number of reasons why you want to wake up earlier. Perhaps you’re a not a morning person but need to be for work. Perhaps you love that feeling of getting stuff done while everyone else is still asleep. Or maybe you just need some extra time to exercise before work. Whatever the reason, and whatever your current routine, it is possible to change things. Getting to bed earlier is one easy way to wake up earlier in the morning. You probably already know that. Thi

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Marc Ouellette

May 23, 2018
4 min

Cut Back On Sugar (28 day plan)

If you love sweets then you know how easy it is to eat more sugar than you should. You’ve probably had a doctor warn you to cut back and know that you have at least a few pounds to lose. Candy, cookies, pastries, and other sweets are high in sugar, which is quickly and efficiently stored as body fat. And the more sugar that you eat, the more you crave it. It’s a rough situation for you and your sweet tooth, it’s as if your sweet tooth is against you ever meeting your summer

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High Intensity Interval Training With Weightlifting

Marc Ouellette

May 20, 2018
4 min

High Intensity Interval Training With Weightlifting

Weightlifting isn’t usually the first thing people think of when it comes to HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training). However, there are plenty of reasons to combine HIIT and weightlifting. This article will look at these reasons and explain how to put together an effective HIIT weightlifting routines. The Benefits Of HIIT Weightlifting Workouts HIIT weightlifting workouts are a fantastic way to combine the benefits of cardio training and weightlifting. The list below outline

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No Excuses: Personal Training Alliance Brings the Gym to Busy People

Pamela Sosnowski

May 19, 2018
3 min

No Excuses: Personal Training Alliance Brings the Gym to Busy People

"Check us out on Connecticutforsale.com" Joining a gym initially seems like a great idea until work, family, and other obligations cause that membership card to collect dust. For residents of Fairfield County and New Haven County that can't get to the gym, Marc Ouellette, the owner of Personal Training Alliance of Shelton, will bring the gym to them. Since 2000 he's been training busy men and women that wish to get fit in the comfort and privacy of their own homes, and save t

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Marc Ouellette

May 16, 2018
3 min

Am I Too Old to Start Lifting Weights?

Energy levels gradually decrease as we grow older. As a result, most middle-aged individuals and beyond assume that it’s too late to get into weight lifting. That, however, could not be further from the truth! Not only is it never too late to start lifting weights, but weight training actually becomes more crucial as you age. This is because if done often enough, weight lifting can help reverse or at the very least slow down the loss of muscle mass and bone density that occur

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Marc Ouellette

May 13, 2018
4 min

9 Things That Happen When You Get Fit

Physical fitness is a goal, a lifestyle, a surefire way to set yourself apart from the legions of people who are too lazy or scared to make the changes necessary to gain physical fitness. If you happen to be one of the people who have yet to truly commit to physical fitness, understanding the perks of physical fitness may help you dig in and go for physical fitness, starting today. What can you expect from your life as a fit person? Here are nine things you’ll go through wh

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Top 5 Kettlebell Exercises For Beginners

Marc Ouellette

May 12, 2018
7 min

Top 5 Kettlebell Exercises For Beginners

Kettlebell training is varied and there are hundreds of different exercises to choose from. As a result, many people who are new to kettlebell training find it intimidating and don’t know where to start. This article will help ease you in to the world of kettlebell training by listing five of the best kettlebell exercises for beginners. 1. Kettlebell Deadlift The Kettlebell Deadlift is similar to the barbell and dumbbell version of the exercise but due to the dynamic nature o

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“How You Can Burn More Calories In Less Time”

Marc Ouellette

May 9, 2018
2 min

“How You Can Burn More Calories In Less Time”

When I work with my clients, one of the key elements that I incorporate into all of our workouts is INTENSITY. In my view, Intensity and Safety is the most critical aspect of any exercise regime and can mean the difference between someone who reaches their goals and someone who doesn't. Increasing your workout's intensity will stimulate your body to burn more calories and induce a greater cardiovascular response. It will also allow you to have a more time efficient workout.

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Marc Ouellette

May 6, 2018
5 min

31 Flavors of Protein Shakes

Protein is an essential macronutrient for building lean muscle and so there’s no disputing the fact that protein shakes are an important tool for fitness gains and fat loss. Not only does a protein shake meal replacement take only a few minutes to prepare, it keeps you on point with your nutrition while making it easy to avoid unhealthy fast food alternatives for a quick meal. However, blending up the same combination of protein powder, ice and water sure does get boring.

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Marc Ouellette

May 4, 2018
2 min

Your Beginner’s Guide To Fitness

You look in the mirror and wonder to yourself: How did I let myself go this far? Whether you are brand new to fitness, or you’ve simply fallen out of shape recently, here is the quick beginner’s guide to get you back on track quickly. Change your in-front-of-the-mirror thought bubble to: Wow, I’m looking amazing! by reading on and taking the action steps below. Start with Motivation: Why do you want to get fit again? There must be a reason that you desire to change your bod

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Marc Ouellette

May 2, 2018
4 min

21 Rewards For Regular Exercise

Read This For Your Motivation... Don’t skim over this article…because I’m writing just to you today. I understand the frustrations that you have when it comes to your body. I know all about your insecurities over the size of your thighs, legs, abs and how hopeless that can feel. And today I’m here to motivate you to take action. The answer to your body frustrations is to get you up off the couch and into the gym, or workout at home if your busy, starting today and da

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Drop The Pounds By Working With a In-Home Personal Trainer

Marc Ouellette

Apr 30, 2018
3 min

Drop The Pounds By Working With a In-Home Personal Trainer

If you want to lose weight but are struggling to motivate yourself to stick to a regular workout routine, personal trainers are an excellent option. The fitness instructor provides you with that extra push you need to workout at maximum intensity while providing a communal and social element that keeps you coming back. In addition to this, there are plenty of different training methods available, so you’re bound to be able to find exercises that you enjoy. In this article I’m

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Marc Ouellette

Apr 28, 2018
5 min

How To Eat For Best Results

The foods that you eat make a huge impact on your fat loss results. But it’s not just about what you are eating, it’s also about how much and how frequently you eat. All of these factors make the topic of how to eat for best results a hot one with my clients! So let’s dive into the most popular eating strategies… A quick online search produces two popular eat-for-fat-loss strategies: Intermittent Fasting versus Six Small Meals. Which strategy works best? And, more importantly

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Personal Training Alliance Certified Personal Trainer Certified in Fitness Nutrition Certified in Senior Fitness Fully Vaccinated-Boosted

Personal Training Alliance

Certified Personal Trainer
Certified in Fitness Nutrition
Certified in Senior Fitness
Fully Vaccinated-Boosted