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Fit After Fifty – Do You Need Your Doc's Clearance?

Marc Ouellette

Jul 29, 2018
2 min

Fit After Fifty – Do You Need Your Doc's Clearance?

It’s time for a check up! Face it, you are or not in your 20s or 30s anymore. You cannot just hit the basketball court, the running track, the Pilates or yoga class or begin lifting weights simply because you decided to get in shape. You need to get clearance from your doctor or some other health professional (personal trainer) before you start exercising regularly. Even if you played sports in high school and college, or enjoyed a high level of physical fitness in your 30s a

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Marc Ouellette

Jul 26, 2018
3 min

5 Fat-Burning Ab Exercises That Work

"Are You Still Wishing For Flat, Toned Abs?" Traditional crunches are still good, but you need to vary your abdominal exercises to get the best results. So let’s take your Ab Routine to the next level with the following Fat-Burning Abdominal Exercises. The most effective ab exercises strengthen your core as a whole – which helps prevent dreaded back pain, increases your agility and of course makes you look good! In your new ab routine the focus is on quality over quan

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Marc Ouellette

Jul 19, 2018
4 min

15 Essential Fat Loss Tips

If you’re on a mission to slim down and tone up then it’s really important to hone your fat loss rather than simply weight loss. Losing pounds feels good, but if those pounds are precious muscle, then you’re actually hurting your overall ability for fat loss. In order to ensure that the weight you’re losing is FAT and not MUSCLE take the following 15 Essential Fat Loss Tips to heart… Fat Loss Tip #1: Keep Track Your willingness to track your food intake is equal to your de

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Marc Ouellette

Jul 15, 2018
3 min

Top 5 Post-Workout Recovery Foods

One important part of a successful exercise regimen is post-workout nutrition. What you eat after a grueling and sweaty exercise session is responsible for restoring the body’s energy and nutrients. During exercise, the body breaks down muscle protein structures and glycogen. You also lose a lot of water through sweat. Therefore, the key to any great post workout meal-plan revolves around replenishing glycogen levels, rehydrating the body and providing essential nutrients tha

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Marc Ouellette

Jul 11, 2018
3 min

One Habit Changed Everything!

Sandy started her fat loss journey with 56 pounds to lose, though when you see her now you’d never believe that she was once overweight. Today the lean and attractive mother of two walks confidently with a spring in her step and a smile on her face. Given her amazing transformation, it’s easy to see why she’s so confident and happy. But back when Sandy first came to me, she was fed up and constantly stressing about her weight. She was sick and tired of feeling unattractive, e

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Why You Are Gaining Weight Even Though You Exercise

Marc Ouellette

Jun 20, 2018
3 min

Why You Are Gaining Weight Even Though You Exercise

It is frustrating when you are trying so hard to lose weight, but no loss is reflected on your scale; in fact, it shows you have gained a pound or two. Why does that happen? Believe it or not, this is usually a good weight gain. Of course, if you are eating more then this could be the cause. But if not, you can expect the weight to come off over time, so be patient and stay the course. When first starting an exercise program, your body goes through many changes. One of them i

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Marc Ouellette

Jun 17, 2018
4 min

Meal Prep Made Easy :)

It’s no secret that the most dedicated fitness enthusiasts partake in the world of meal prepping, and many confess that this is the secret weapon behind their jaw-dropping body transformations. Meal prep is without a doubt one of the most reliable ways to consistently shed pounds, week after week. What is meal prep? It is a method of batch cooking your meals once or twice a week, portioning meals into Tupperware and stacking it all conveniently in your fridge. Every meal 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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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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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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PERSONAL TRAINING ALLIANCE

Personal Training Alliance

Certified Personal Trainer
Certified in Fitness Nutrition
Certified in Senior Fitness
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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