TESTIMONIALS:

Dan Garrett, New Jersey — College Football Coach — Married with 3 great kids -- Dan reached his goal of losing 50 pounds!!:  "Hillarie was an amazing coach and resource.  Without her daily motivation and daily script to follow, I would not have been able to do what I accomplished.  There's no one better to give you nutritional guidance and lifestyle change for the better than her!  She was amazing from day one to present day!    HILLARIE was an amazing coach/resource." 

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Question & Answers with some of the “Pro’s”

ARTHUR MOATS:  NFL 6th Round Draft Pick 2010 – Linebacker -- Buffalo Bills 2 years + 8 years - Linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers -pictured - scroll to bottom

Hillarie:   Hey Arthur, if you could tell me what you learned when I was handling your Sports Nutrition Program at TEST Football Academy, what would you say?

Arthur:  Well, I definitely remember calling you from a Wal-Mart when I was looking to purchase some protein drinks because I was trying to gain weight prior to the NFL Combine!!! The main thing I learned was the importance of eating healthier foods with the right calories to gain weight versus eating a lot of junk to gain weight. That's a big misconception, because I always thought if I just eat a lot of anything, I'll put on good weight --but that's definitely not the case.  I also learned that by cutting down on my treats/snacks, my body felt better and my performance was elevated.  Even though I still have a sweet tooth, I've cut down on eating these snacks – from everyday to just eating them on the weekends, and not binging.

JEROMY MILES:  NFL Combine Athlete 2010 – Defensive Back – Cincinnati Bengals & Safety — Baltimore Ravens (pictured — scroll to bottom)

Hillarie:  Jeromy, tell me about how our nutrition plan has impacted your life.

Jeromy:  Nutrition has been a huge part of my success in the NFL.  Without the plan that Hillarie put together for my pre-combine training, my body wouldn't have been able to perform at such a high level. The right combination of proteins, fats, and carbs are often overlooked when we watch successful athletes on TV.  Hillarie does the perfect job of finding the perfect combinations for each individual athlete in order for them to perform at the highest possible level.  After working with Hillarie I've found the blueprint for the perfect diet in order to reach all of my goals on the football field.  Amazing is the perfect word to describe her body of work.

VLADIMIR DUCASSE:  2nd Round Draft Pick 2010 – Offensive Tackle – NY Jets: (pictured - scroll to bottom)

Hillarie:  Vlad, when you and I met at TEST, what were your main goals with regards to nutrition?

Vlad:  I met with you, Hillarie, because I needed to lose weight and put on some muscle for the NFL Combine (so I would be faster and stronger).  Not only were you able to provide me with the proper nutrition information, but you helped me stick to the plan.  The results were good – my body fat went down, I lost the weight AND put on more muscle – thank you, Hillarie!  

SHAKY SMITHSON:  NFL Combine Athlete 2010 – Wide Receiver drafted by Green Bay Packers:

Hillarie:   Hi Shaky! First – let me say that you made such a huge impression on my 10-year old son, Tony.  He wants to be a wide-receiver in the NFL someday so when you gave him a pair of your signed receiver gloves you wore in the Senior Bowl, it was just an unbelievable moment for him.  Thank you so much for being such a great role model for kids.  I know you are also a amazing role model for your little brother who plays football . . . that’s awesome!  OK, so if you could tell me what you learned when I was handling your Sports Nutrition Program, what would you say?

Shaky:  Well first thank you and tell Tony to keep up the good work.  And second, what I learned when training with you for the NFL Combine is that I can be that much better if I put the right things in my body.  So I started being more careful, and sure enough my performance was much better.  It made me realize that eating right was the way to go!  Then after you set out a diet plan for me to follow, I couldn’t believe my body fat went down 5%, my speed increase and even my breathing was smoother.  Proper nutrition with the right training is the way to go.  So I advise everyone to eat well!!

ALEX LINNENKOHL, 2010 NFL Combine Athlete from Oregon State
Hillarie:  I’m in the process of writing an e-book to educate young athletes on the importance of proper nutrition.  I also wanted to include your comments on the website for my new training and nutrition facility in New Jersey.  What did you learn from our sports nutritional counseling that you think would help young athletes?

Alex:  If I were going to give advice to a youngster about what I learned after meeting you, I would tell them that the importance of what they put in their body is higher than they ever thought. I would remind them that the benefits of good/healthy eating are very real and it can change their game and their body like they never knew possible. You would think this would be obvious to a person, but after 15 years of playing football at different levels, it is easy to get the feeling that you can eat whatever you want and all the hard work will make it right no matter what.  I knew that eating better would probably change my body, and when I ate terribly my body showed the signs.  It wasn't until I met Hillarie @ TEST that I really committed to eating well -- and it was an eye opener because I realized that all along I could have been getting much, much better results if I had just been a little bit more disciplined eating during college and high school. So I would tell a kid that eating well is just as important or more important as training well, and that, while difficult to do, committing to it and trying it is the only way to really prove to yourself that it’s truly effective.  

PERSONAL TRAINING CLIENT TESTIMONIALS:

From: Rocky Falcetano (starting weight 390 lbs and one year later 213 lbs) -- Hello... I just want to share my experience - I am currently being trained by Hillarie Scannelli.  I had a lot of weight to lose – I lost nearly 100 pounds on my own and was not able to lose much more weight.  During my annual doctor's visit, he told me about the talents of personal trainer, Hillarie Scannelli.  I was skeptical at first at the thought of a stranger telling me how to get in shape and lose more weight, so I put it off for a short time.  I decided one day to go to Hillarie's website and after only a few minutes on it, I knew that Hillarie would be an awesome trainer and nutritional counselor.  I was right!  After my initial consult session with Hillarie, I was excited and wanted to work out with her immediately.  She is energetic, extremely knowledgeable and very encouraging.  I was revitalized and had the same focus again as the first day I started my diet!  In fact, I lost over 7 pounds the first week of eating CORRECTLY under Hillarie's instruction.  After only 6 sessions with Hillarie, I lost a total of 27 additional pounds – and as I continued with consistent training and dieting, I lost a total of 77 pounds working with Hillarie.  As I told Hillarie, I feel the best I have felt in over 20 years and I look forward to each session I have with her.  As a matter of fact, I am disappointed when the hour-long session is over; no kidding! I STRONGLY RECOMMEND Hillarie Scannelli if you are serious about your weight loss and getting healthier.  It took me 50 years to get serious about my health and weight, and I am very glad to have had the sense to choose Hillarie as my trainer.  My 13 year old son also met with Hillarie, and I know that after spending some time with her, he was excited and ready to shed a few pounds and get in shape. Lastly, I am working hard each day to finally look and feel the way I want; Hillarie is always there for me to keep me on track, and for that, I am very grateful.  As I tell Hillarie -- for my entire life, my body called the shots... now I do, thanks to my strength of will and Hillarie's talents, guidance and encouragement.

From: Barb & Walt (Hillsborough, NJ) -- For the past several years, our children have attended Hillarie's training program and fitness camp. They absolutely LOVE the Fit & Fun Camp for the relay games, fun exercise activities and nutrition info they learn.  As parents, we are so pleased with the balance of a safe program for our children, which strengthen their bodies and their minds while they have FUN! It is our experience with Fit & Fun Camp that motivated us to schedule our son, Kyle (age 12), with Hillarie's Speed and Agility Camp.  He is very active in football and baseball, and we have found Hillarie's training to be relevant and successful in helping him to maintain the skills he needs to perform at his peak athletic ability.  We have seen improvements in his strength, speed, running stride, and overall agility.  We believe Hillarie's training is unique in that it prepares young athletes both physically and mentally.  We fully trust Hillarie's professional and personal advice and expertise, and we will continue to support and advocate for the exceptional fitness programs she offers for our children.

From: Jane (Brick, NJ) -- After losing 80 lbs and keeping it off for 20 years, I was at a stand-still and could not lose another pound. I was feeling very frustrated because I continued to work very hard with my exercise program and was keeping a journal of all my meals.  I thought of contacting Hillarie, since she and I worked together years ago and I remembered how educated she was with nutrition and exercise.  Hillarie knew my history of weight loss and admitted she was going to have to really analyze what I was eating and the types of exercise I was doing to figure out why I wasn't seeing results.  Well, I'm proud to say Hillarie tweaked my diet by asking me to add some additional protein and created a different cardio and weight training plan. After 6 dedicated weeks, I dropped 8 lbs and 7% body fat. I continue to reach out to Hillarie for motivation and inspiration to help keep me on track.  I'm very proud to say at age 53, I feel better than I ever have in my life!

From: Fran (Bridgewater, NJ) -- Hillarie not only offers a challenging workout, but she also offers support and guidance to her personal training clients.  But the service she provides is more than just a workout. Her passion for fitness and living a healthy lifestyle has been an inspiration to both me and my teenage daughter. Hillarie's knowledge base is limitless, and she's always eager to share that knowledge in a caring and enthusiastic way. She goes above and beyond what you would expect from a personal trainer.

From: Melony Baclini (Hillsborough, NJ) -- I have been training with Hillarie for 10 years, and each and every time I have been for a session (usually twice per week), it has been a great experience!  Each time I arrive, I’m greeted with energy, professionalism, enthusiasm, a great interest in my well-being, and Hillarie’s desire to give you the best workout ever.  By the time I leave I feel like a million dollars!  Exercise was never a priority or second nature to me, but now I really look forward to my sessions. Hillarie designed a program that works for my family, my lifestyle and me.  I have lost several pounds even more in inches and toned up some of those problem areas.  I feel great about myself and my husband is so proud of the “new me”! I still have work to do, but with Hillarie’s constant encouragement, amazing workouts (even great recipes), there is no doubt that I will continue to be a healthier person in body and soul!

From: Lisa (Montgomery, NJ) -- At my home in Montgomery, I hosted a sports nutrition lecture given by Hillarie Scannelli.  I invited parents and young athletes from various sports teams in an effort to help other young athletes gain the sports nutrition knowledge that we received after private nutritional counseling with Hillarie.  Our son, Connor, started working with Hillarie, who is certified in Sports Nutrition.  Connor needed to gain weight and increase lean muscle mass. We cannot say enough good things about her work. Connor will tell you that for all the money we have spent on additional training for a multitude of sports, working with Hillarie is the best-spent money with the greatest benefits on and off the field.  Hillarie devised nutrition plans for NFL combine athletes in addition to the work she does with athletes in the area.  Hillarie can cover topics like: Why sports drinks can decrease performance on the field; What to eat and when; Pre and post-workout eating to get the most out of the weight room; How to select a protein drink; Good fats, carbs and proteins for long life eating. Hillarie is all about eating everyday foods with protein supplements as needed. No matter what sport your child/teen plays, I highly recommend listening to her lecture.

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Traci A., Hillsborough, New Jersey — I’ve been training with Hill for 7 years — both in person and virtually . . . Her sessions are always motivational, inspirational and effective. She cares deeply about the work she does and getting results for her clients. Hillarie varies the workouts each session which ensures you never get gored. I’m lucky and honored to call her a friend.6

Toni Falbo, Lambertville, NJ: I tried a few one-on-one training programs before meeting Hillarie but I never felt supported in achieving my goals.  Once I met Hillarie that all changed.  What she brings to the table is more than her technical knowledge about fitness and nutrition, she provides empathy and understanding in her approach to meet you where you are at.  My body and goals have changed over the years and I’m sure they will continue to in the future, but whatever I want to achieve (lose weight, get stronger, maintain good overall health) Hillarie has been ready and willing to get me there. It is like having your own personal cheerleader. I have followed her from “Fitness by Hillarie” to “!mpact" to zoom calls, and I’ll continue to do so.  I’m confident that anyone who gives FITbyHill a try will have the same positive experience as I have.

From: Suzanne, Hillsborough, NJ – This is a full-service personal training business that is amazing.  Hillarie stands by you from the beginning to the end with all the encouragement you could ever need.  You could fall off track a million times, and she never looks at the past but always looks to the future. She helps you stay on track and is there every step of the way. Hillarie has a deep dedication and passion to her profession, and she has this amazing drive to help you reach your goals.  I’ve never met a more dedicated and encouraging person to help others reach their goals to be healthy; she truly cares about each and every one of her clients and helps them all succeed.