Better Balance Life Coaching/Personal Trainer

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Introduction: I am both a life/health coach and a personal trainer. With my life coaching clients I help them manage multiple areas of their life. I coach on: -Nutrition and Exercise -Developing positive habits -Goal setting and planning -Building Discipline, ending procrastination -Managing stress, anxiety and sleep issues -Improving relationships -Mindfulness/ Meditation ***sessions are 45 to 60 minutes With personal training clients I develop an exercise program suited to their wants and needs. 1 hr sessions with the first 45 minutes focused on exercise and last 15 open for discussion on nutrition, and any matter regarding life issues (see above life coaching areas) the client wishes to address. There is no greater investment than investing in your health and well-being. Let me show you the tools needed to get that balance. Let's do this together. ***Please know that all coaches are charged a substantial fee for responding to coaching requests. The courtesy of a yes or no when responded to would be greatly appreciated. People who are truly serious for change and transformation only please, thank you. *** REMOTE SERVICES FOR ALL (unless within traveling distance) HCI Certified Life Coach HCI Certified Health Coach NCSF Certified Personal Trainer Red Cross Certified CPR/AED

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Hired 65 times

Serves Smithtown, NY

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12 years in business

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Emily C.

Jan 21, 2024

Working with Mary Ellen as a Trainer and Life Coach I have grown in strength both physically and mentally. Coaching is a process where attentive listening by my coach and her guidance to each of the many topics we discuss each week has helped me overcome my challenges and self sabotage in working toward my personal goals. It's been a process and an eyeopener. I truly believe if not now when? I started when I couldn't think of a sit up or a plank . I'm 64 and I feel like 30. I DON'T TAKE ANY MEDICATION- I am short and curvy BP 110/70 I feel hiring Mary Ellen is the best gift I gave myself and my family; I want to be around to enjoy life in good health! The best investment in life is my health- I highly recommend Better Balance and Life Coach/ Personal Trainer I just signed up for a 5k the day before Mother's day with my 32 yr old daughter.

Gail S.

Apr 27, 2021

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My mother is a 77 year old woman who just lost 145 pounds and had both knees replaced last year, so her mobility is limited but she wanted to gain stamina and strength through regular exercise at home. She absolutely ADORES Maryellen and says she's a brilliant personal trainer and an extraordinary human being who is helping her achieve her goals! Maryellen is incredibly encouraging and tailors each session to my mother's specific needs and objectives. She's humanistic and kind (you can tell she meets her clients wherever they are in their fitness journey without judging where they initially find themselves) but is extremely motivating and results driven. We have already seen some tangible improvements after only a few weeks. Maryellen has also given my mother a sense of confidence and discipline that has inspired her to work hard on days when they don't meet. We feel so grateful to have found this amazing practitioner!

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Vania B.

Jan 17, 2024

It has been a pleasure working with Mary Ellen. In a world of distractions couldn't ask for a better coach to keep me motivated and determined towards the goals I want to accomplish as she helps me to build the systems for it.

Jacqueline J.

Aug 9, 2016

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Maryellen is a pleasure to work with. She knows her field and will work you hard but, also safely and gently. I have health considerations- and she is totally willing to work with my needs and concerns. She motivates you to move beyond your comfort zone (for me that would be push-ups :) ) She is also easy to talk with. Sessions move quickly and we accomplish a lot in an our hour. After, a few sessions, I can feel myself becoming stronger both physically and mentally. Thanks Maryellen! Train with her!

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Lauren R.

Sep 11, 2016

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Great trainer who knows how to push and challenge you to improve at each session. Its been a great experience working out with her.

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Maryellen Tockarshewsky

FAQs

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
HCI Certified Life Coach HCI Certified Health Coach NCSF Certified Personal Trainer Red Cross Certified CPR/AED
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I wanted to get people motivated about their health and fitness. Obesity is a real problem in this country. Educating people on the best way to be healthy and active and fit is a great job. So many people want to do the right thing for themselves but just don't know how to go about doing it. I was able to lose the weight I put on after having 3 kids and I want to help others do the same.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Make sure the trainer you hire has a certification. PT's dont have to have a license. You should look up the certification online to check for its value. Some certs you can get in one weekend of training. You want someone who knows what they are doing and who has been given an extensive education in personal training otherwise they can hurt or injure you.