Marc Plano's Credentials:
1997 Southern CT., B.S. Exercise Physiology
Minor: Nutrition
Certifications:
2000- National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer (NASM)
2001 Galen Institute- Licensed Medical Massage Therapist(LMT) 550 hours of practical and classroom
2003 Certified Apex Nutrition Technician
2007 NSCA-Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
2007 Manhattan Metabolic Institute - Licensed Metabolic Typing Practitioner
2008 Certified Active Isolated Stretch Therapist.
2008 Certified ISSN Sports Nutritionist (International Society Sports Nutrition)
2009 Licensed Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist
Advanced Study:
2009 Functional Diagnostic Nutrition with World's leading authority Reed Davis. Balancing the Digestive,Detoxification,Hormone, and Immune System.
2008: Faulty Foot Mechanics. Understanding the interaction of the foot and it relationship to the lower/upper extremity and understanding the functional assessment and its inclusion into a training program. Chulk Wolfe, MS,PT.
2008: Bioenergetics and Muscle Physiology, Macronutrient Manipulation, Nutrient Timing and Sports Supplementation, Dr. Jose Antonio, Freehold NJ.
2008: Advanced Metabolic Typing Applications and Principles, Dr. Kristals Method. Manhattan NYC.
2008: Training with Aaron Mattes, kinesiotherapist at Gaylord Rehab Center in CT, founder of AIS stretching method.
2007: Training with Dr. Eric Cobb in NYC, founder of Z-health. Using the nervous system to make fast changes in pain, range of motion, strength, coordination, speed, and agility.
2007: Metabolic Training Application and Principles, Christine Sotmary, M.S., L.Ac.
2007 TPS Sports Performance, Corrective Exercise and Assessment Protocols, Alwyn Cosgrove, M.S., CSCS, CHEK level 3.
2007 TPS Sports Performance, Advanced Techniques and Programming for Athletes. Jimmy Wendal, CSCS, BS.
2006 Perform Better, Functional Training, Juam Carlos Santana Ph.D, MS, CSCS.
2006 Perform Better, Functional Movement Screen and Postural Analysis, Grey Cook PT, MS, CSCS.
2005 Perform Better, Advanced Nutrition Strategies for Fat Loss, Jose Antonio, Ph.D.
2004 Perform Better, Nutrition Programming for Athletic Performance, Jose Antonio, Ph.D.
WHAT THE MEDICAL COMMUNITY HAS TO SAY:
"My experience with Marc and Optimal Results was outstanding. Marc worked with me on both my diet and my physique. The changes I saw in my body after working with Marc are results I had not achieved with any other personal trainer. Marc created a diet based on my personal goals. It was easy to follow and included a variety of foods that I could purchase in my local supermarket. The meal plan was not based on powdered drinks or pre-packaged meals. When my life got hectic and I needed something a little different, Marc simplified my plan to fit my changing lifestyle.
Marc's personal training techniques are superb. He has a wealth of knowledge around physiology and biomechanics and works all of the muscles thoroughly at each training session, exhausting them without overtraining them. Marc is able to work with people from all walks of life. He has experience working with competitive athletes as well as working with people with handicaps and special needs, targeting areas they need to strengthen".
"I recommend Marc and Optimal Results without reservation".
Regards,
Board Certified Pediatrician
New Haven County
"The Optimal Results System of weight-loss and body shaping was the first program I've ever been involved with that was easy to follow and most importantly, medically sound. Marc adjusts diet and exercise to your personal level of fitness,activity, and medical condition to help you achieve maximal success and to maintain success after a goal is reached. For a serial dieter, as most of us are, learning which foods are both nutritionally sound and satisfying makes adherence to the program simple and easy. Marc's knowledge of anatomy and physiology allows the client to actually transform their body shape when exercise is combined with his diet. From both a personal and a medical viewpoint, I cannot recommend Marc Plano and Optimal Results System highly enough. Learning to eat healthy can actually be done, and enjoyed!"
Lisa Jamron, M.D.
Diplomate, American Board of Anesthesiologists
"A system of science, sophistication, and simplicity. A system that uses real food as our bodies medicine to naturally balance the system. Marc's Metabolic Typing Program is an easy to use program that I use on a daily basis and feel comfortable recommending to all my patients, finally a plan that makes sense. There is no one size plans that fits all, the only plan that is right for you is the one that based for your Metabolic Type!".
Dr. Mark Carrano, Carrano Chiropractic of East Haven.
"Marc Plano is an excellent trainer. His expertise and professionalism are extraordinary. His stretching techniques have changed my life, and I have never moved better. I am on his weight-reduction program and making good progress. I am so pleased that I'm beginning weekly training sessions as well."
Dr. Lawrence Wartel MD
Associate Chief of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Yale-New Haven Hospital
"Marc's metabolic testing helped me feel a consistent level of increased energy, stopped my cravings for sweets and helped me achieve an overall feeling of well being. With two small children, I did not want a diet- just a healthy way of life. Marc helped me accomplish that."
Dr. Nili T. Harpaz, DPM
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