Showing posts with label fitness smart dieting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fitness smart dieting. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Amanda's Testimonial


 Although I am a very active person, I have always struggled with my nutrition. I just could not get a handle on all my cravings and also thought that I could eat whatever I wanted because I spent so much time at the gym. Before starting with Noel, I had gained 7 pounds from months and months of bad nutrition. My friend started working with Noel and had recommended her very highly. I worked with Noel for 12 weeks and the results were amazing. I lost 7 lbs and 7 total inches, which is a lot for me! I never imagined that I would get to a point where I was really happy with my body and the way it looks. Noel worked with me the whole time, making sure to ask how I felt and adjusted my meal plans accordingly. I could tell that she cares a lot about her work and what she does. She was also very encouraging the entire time and really believed in my progress! I am thankful to have worked with her and have learned a lot about nutrition in doing so. Words can’t express how thankful I am!








I love how strong she looks here!!  Great job Amanda!







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Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Client Testimonial

Well I can’t even call this one a client as much as I call her a close friend.  MaryBeth has been working with me since BEFORE I started my own company and I have known her for longer than that.  You want to talk about an inspirational woman!?!?!?!  She has been through so much physically that it is amazing that she continues to train and work at this as hard as she does.  I guarantee that most people would have quit by now.
Thanks so much MB for the kind words…I love you to death!
Two years ago, I was begging to work with Noel.  I’d gotten to know her while working with a previous trainer and envied those who were working under her care.  So I switched as soon as possible.  Why, you ask?  I’ll tell you.
I come with medical baggage.  Not an easy thing for a trainer who has to make workouts for me.  She’s had to work around issue after issue.  Some of those are injuries but some are a bit more “serious.”  But Noel is a true professional.  She wanted to know each and every detail of my annual doctor visits.  And then would be sure to include strict instruction, that if anything were to become an issue, to s-t-o-p.
Noel has become more than just a trainer to me, simply due to her personality and easy-going nature.  She’s kind, caring, trusting, informative, concerned, genuine and an overall breathe of fresh air.  Don’t get me wrong.  She’ll hold you accountable when you slip!  Friendship or not, she keeps her professional side in the forefront and keeps you on your toes!
What amazes me most about Noel is how responsive she is.  Anytime I have a question about an exercise, a food allotment, or even a question like, “what if …,” she is there in minutes with a response.  I’ve had various trainers over the years and not once did any of them respond in her timeframe.  Throw into the mix that she is a mother of three (very beautiful and intelligent) young girls who participate in their own activities.  I know for a fact that one time, she called me back on a weekend, while at one of her girl’s soccer games.  Yes, you read that right.  A weekend.  And while at one of her kids’ games.
Every plan I’ve gotten has been given thought and concern to what ever I’d had going on at the moment.  She’s given me nearly about every plan known to man.  From PSMF to maintenance, she’s full of information and not afraid to explain it to you.  Other trainers I had felt threatened if I asked a question or took it as if I was questioning their direction, when my inquiry was based on my wanting to learn more about and to educate myself.  Noel’s confident about herself and enjoys helping people and it shows.
Remember when I mentioned that I have medical issues?  What trainer/friend offers one of their organs to someone?  I mean, seriously!  She has a heart of gold and so much more.

Friday, December 17, 2010

Karine's Testimonial

I had followed Noel’s competition preps and admired her drive, knowledge and motivation. Plus, she seemed very down-to-earth and genuine. I had a great feeling that she’d be the right person for me to work with and my experience far exceeded my expectations!

When I first approached Noel with what I wanted to do, she asked me many questions and we discussed my goals; which were to first lose the fat I had gained during a building phase I had done on my own; and then to build up my delts and glutes with a specialization. A couple of weeks after I received my first plan, she had more questions for me regarding the upcoming building phase. As the dieting phase was winding down, she asked even more questions and gave me even more ideas and options. I could tell from our discussions that she was doing a great deal of reading and researching, all for ME; I was so impressed and touched.

Over the next ten months, I received a new, and fun, plan every month. Noel challenged me in ways I had never been challenged before; she set some pretty lofty goals for me and believed that I would achieve those goals. And when I did, she was my biggest cheerleader. In addition, Noel always knew when I needed tough love and when I needed encouragement. When I had some sticking points with my dieting, she was so supportive and her first question to me was always “what can I do to help?” She answered my questions so promptly that I stopped emailing her at midnight, because I knew she’d respond right then! LOL She worked so hard on my meals plans to allow for a particular food I just HAD to have for Meal 1 and another food for post workout. She knew that I sometimes had time constraints and always gave me options on my training plans. Throughout the entire time I worked with Noel, she made me feel important and cared about. As a mother of two, as well as in my job, a big part of my role is taking care of others, so to feel that I had someone doing that for me meant the world to me.

I respect Noel for many reasons; an important one I have to mention is the fact that she had done every single exercise she ever put on my plans, so I knew she knew what I was going through! She is a trainer that knows from first-hand experience.

Noel, I cannot thank you enough for everything you’ve done for me. You have been an amazing coach and trainer, a teacher, a motivator, an inspiration, a head-smacker when I needed it LOL, and a great ego booster; all the while keeping me laughing my head off! I knew you had the knowledge and expertise, but your fantastic personality made this experience so rewarding and so much fun! You are a very special person, Noel, and I am so fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with you. I am thrilled with the improvements to my physique and my strength and I can’t wait to work together again in the future!

Here are a couple of comparison pics before and after but she weighs the exact same.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Thanks So much MARNIE!





I would like to take a moment to explain my journey to a wonderful new lifestyle that I created through the guidance of Noel.

Most of my life I was one of those fortunate people who could eat whatever I wanted and never gain a pound. I would try to get into an exercise routine, but within the first few weeks I would quit. I found it very boring and I hated exerting myself.
Well that all changed when I entered my forties. I was warned by many that your metabolism changes and it creeps up on you, and there is nothing you can do about it. Well....it did creep up on me, but, I was about to do something about that!
To be very honest, I have always been skeptical about online training and weight loss programs as I did sign up one time,with an online company, paid monthly and never ever used the program once, as I had to do all the groundwork myself and just keep a daily diary. That was a waste of my time and money.

December 31 2009 I decided enough was enough, and it was time I took charge of my lifestyle. I found Noel through a friend of mine that had Noel help her in her first figure competition. She looked amazing and got 1st and 2nd in her class and category. The results spoke for themselves . I signed up with Noel after a few emails back and forth and was very embarrassed to send her my before photos. I must say that I rarely looked at myself from the back view and I was shocked at my weight gain!! That just gave me more incentive to get going on a program

I set a few goals and Noel set me up with an eating plan and exercise routine. The eating was so straight forward and easy to follow, and the exercise routine did not take too long to figure out. I was well on my way to a new me. My first goal was Hawaii in six weeks. I could not believe how the weight just fell off me in that first month and a half. I had reached my goal I had set for Hawaii and felt awesome! I ended up losing 4 inches off my waist and 15 pounds by my 2nd goal date I had set for the middle of June!!

I cannot thank Noel enough for helping me get back into shape, and learn proper nutrition and eating habits. Without her guidance I never could have achieved the results I did. I would have just ended up quitting again. Noel does all the hard work, and you just follow her advice, and commit yourself to following through.
I have never felt so good in my life. I feel I am in the best shape I ever have been in. I now wear tops that actually show off my waist as opposed to covering up my middle section like I did for far too many years. It does not matter what your age or size is, if you have the determination, Noel has the knowledge to get you where you need to be. I highly recommend anyone that wants to make a huge change in their lifestyle to try Noel, she is the one!!

Thanks Noel, you are truly an amazing person, that I admire so much.

Monday, August 2, 2010

A Busy Mom of Three



Thanks so much Jackie! Keep up the great work!


After having my third child, I was exhausted, terribly overweight and very unhappy. My husband received a promotion and we moved for the second time in a year. I had two older children, a brand new baby, a house for sale and a husband living in another city. To say I put everyone and everything before me is understatement.

I always had a passion for working out and looking fit. As I attempted to be an amazing mother, I lost so much of myself. I was completely out of shape after gaining 70+ pounds w/ my third pregnancy. I had my second c-section and it didn’t heal properly. I knew I needed to get my eating under control as I was very moody, and so very hard on myself. I contacted Noel because I loved her nutrition calculator. I loved not having to figure out macros. I explained I was nursing my baby and Noel understood how important nursing is to me. An adequate milk supply for my baby has always been one of Noel’s priorities for me. As a mother herself, Noel knew the exact situation I was in. She knew how burned out I was giving, giving, giving. I had nothing left for myself. I was done.

After a huge heart to heart with my husband we worked out a schedule for me to go the gym. Noel developed my workouts. When I started with Noel, I couldn’t do a plank at all. I am now at a 2 minute plank. I had no range of motion in my hips and couldn’t do a lunge. I am now performing split squats with 135 pounds. My workouts have given me a huge piece of myself back. I have confidence again.

My husband started traveling for work and my gym time began to get pushed to the side. Noel said in a very nice and gentle way, “You have to make time for yourself!” It gave me the push I needed to hire a sitter so I could get my workouts in. Going to the gym 3 times a week for an hour BY MYSELF keeps me so grounded. It’s my complete and utter free time. It feels so wonderful to focus on myself and nothing else.

Noel gets it. She knows exactly what I go through every day with three small children. She knows exactly what life is like as my husband travels. She gets I need to eat carbs in order to function as a mother. I had tried other plans which eliminated carbs. Trust me, when I say my sleeping stopped and I had no energy to focus on my family let alone my workouts. Eating dinner with my family is important to me. I don’t have time to eat 6 meals a day. My macros are tailored to me and my current needs as a lactating mother. Noel has been here for me every step of the way. Not allowing me to be down on myself. Not allowing me to be unkind to myself.

Noel knows this is more than following a diet plan. She knows it’s about making a reconnection with your self esteem and reprogramming your thoughts. Noel does more than calculate a few numbers in terms of calories. She has worked with me to stay on track, to keep the focus. Noel is amazing and I love working with her. She gets it and she truly cares about me as her client.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Another Wonderful Maximum Fitness Client.

I had been struggling with losing body fat and building muscle for years. The yo-yo diets and the workout plans from magazines were just not working for me. It was so frustrating. I decided it was time to look into a personal trainer. I had contacted Noel Clark a year ago but couldn’t afford it at the time and was really happy when I found her again. I sent an email and we talked about my issues and she started me right away on this awesome workout/nutrition plan. I’ll be honest- this is one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, but with all of the hard work in only 3 months, I’ve lost weight and inches everywhere. My clothes fit better, I have more energy and my stomach is flatter. I can’t believe I can see abs!!

When it comes to nutrition, Noel takes into consideration what you like to eat and you get a cheat meal if you choose to take it. I told her in the beginning that I was not much of a cook so my meal plans were easy to put together. She also works with you on your schedule and I love the fact that she tailored my workouts for home. I was able to do all of them at home with no problem.

When I sent emails to Noel, I would ask question after question and apologize because I thought I was bugging her all the time and she told me “Don't ever apologize for asking questions--that is what I am here for‼” She always got back to me quickly.

I’ve learned so much from her in such a short period of time. Unfortunately due to some financial issues, I have to leave and I wish I didn’t because Noel is a great personal trainer. I hope to be back someday.

Noel- Thank you so much for everything!! I would definitely recommend you to anyone who is looking for a personal trainer and is serious about changing their body, health and lifestyle.

Sunday, June 7, 2009

Client Testimonial

Here is a testimonial from a client I have been working with for a while. She has completely transformed her body. Moira has dropped almost 10 inches on her waist and about 8 inches around her hips with a total loss of over 40 inches!!









I've been working with Noel for about a year now. Prior to hiring her, I was at the gym every day, worked hard, did my cardio, weight trained and ate really well- BUT my body never changed. No matter what I did, day in and day out, I looked the same. I trained myself and planned my own nutrition. And to the best of my knowledge I was doing everything right. I made the best food choices as possible and trained the way I knew how.
I felt like I had just reached the end of the road, that I had used up all the tools I had to reach my goals had been unsuccessful. I was extremely frustrated and unhappy with myself. I came to realize that- clearly I was not a fitness or nutrition professional. The moment I realized this was the exact moment that I decided to hire Noel. I had exhausted my own workout and nutrition knowledge. So it just made simple sense to get help from someone who is accredited and far greater educated then myself in this field.




So, why Noel? Noel came highly recommended to me by a friend. There really is no greater vote of confidence then when one friend recommends you (Noel) to another, particularly when there is such physical and emotional success at stake. After working with her for a year now, I would absolutely not hesitate to recommend her to anyone. You can expect a relationship similar to that of a coach and athlete. She maintains a perfect balance of compassion, structure and discipline. My diets have always been catered and tweaked to my preferences, and workouts have been adapted to my needs. The communication is efficient, clear and prompt- I am never without an answer for long!


After losing over 30lbs and countless inches under her guidance, I can honestly say that hiring Noel has been the best fitness decision I have ever made. And all I had to do- was follow exactly what she told me to do!

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Maximum Fitness Consulting is now LIVE


I am very excited to announce that my new website has now gone LIVE.
Come check out all the new options that I have. One of the most inovative new services I have is the MAX CHOICE NUTRITION Option..HERE