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I started working with Paul 9 months ago, at 5’9” and 230 lbs, I was active, but not satisfied
with my self-guided efforts to improve my physical condition. I needed a coach to guide my fitness plan. I talked with many
trainers before deciding to give Paul a trial. My initial criteria: physiologically sound principles, an appreciation of individual
needs, and a willingness to work with my unique constraints. I travel heavily for business, and I needed a realistic plan
that allowed for an ever-changing exercise routine and guidance with nutritional requirements. Paul
recommended a long-term approach that would serve me better than a short-term, dramatic approach. I worked with Paul every
other week, on average, and gradually introduced more self-discipline into my own routine between appointments. The effects
have been dramatic, and I am now 185 lbs, a size 34 waist instead of a 38, and eat appropriately-sized meals for my activity
level and BMR. Unlike my previous attempts to improve physical condition, I have actually learned much more about what my
body actually needs to be healthy, how I can incorporate weight-training into a passion for endurance sports, and I have overcome
my fear of “the gym environment”. Paul pays particular attention to form and balance,
always coming back to core strength. His coaching style is calm and encouraging, never intimidating or guilt-driven. If I
hadn’t worked with Paul, I don’t think I would have made anywhere near the progress that I have experienced to-date.
Brad H.
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