The Strength Loft

I'd highly recommend Upper Echelon Fitness to anyone. Whether your goal is to lose weight, or in my case to gain weight and muscle mass, Marc is the only one I'd trust as my personal trainer. He helps create personal workout and meal plans, and on top of that gives the motivation you need to reach your goals.

I started with Marc 4 mon the ago. My initial goal was to lose weight. I have met my incremental weight loss goals and learned to eat better to increase metabolism and have more energy. I have lost at least 2 pant sizes and am gaining muscle (not bulk necessarily). I have lifted more weight and learned new exercises than I ever could going it alone. Marc is very encouraging and holds me accountable to our plans by checking in throughout the week. Some trainers thjnk that feeding off your insecurities will get them another month, not Marc. His positive and professional environment and coaching are what keep me there. Having him as a personal trainer is an investment in me and my healthy future. I highly recommend Marc and Upper Echelon.

Marc’s passion for training and wellness is very evident in his approach to his clients. As he guides them in their training, he also educates them as to how their body responds to the exercise. This approach helps the clients understand the fundamentals as they begin to see results – it’s very much “interactive”.What impresses me about Marc is his dedication in making his clients’ goals his own. He gets to know the client; he knows when they can advance in their training, he knows when to show patience, when to encourage, and most importantly, how to listen to the individual.Even with Marc’s vast knowledge and education, he remains someone down to earth and a pleasure to work with! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him as a personal trainer. You will succeed!

As a complete novice to fitness, I wanted to learn from a professional, but was a bit intimated by the idea of a personal trainer. Marc has been amazing and put all my hesitation at ease. He is very knowledgeable and makes sure to explain why certain movements are necessary and how they affect the body. He is also very good at modifying routines when necessary. Unlike other trainers I have seen, Marc is very detail-oriented. He will diligently make sure your form is correct before moving forward with the exercise and will closely monitor your trouble areas, which is very important in preventing injury.I've really enjoyed working with Marc so far. He knows exactly when to push harder and when to encourage me when I am doubting myself. You can tell that Marc is genuinely interested in all his clients. He is always willing to meet to discuss nutrition and very speedy with responding to emails. I think Marc lets his expertise speak for itself and is not one to push you for more sessions. I would highly recommend checking him out!

Marc really knows what he's doing. I am training to be a better golfer, and Marc's specialized training for my sport is just awesome. I am already seeing a major improvement in just a couple weeks.

I can't recommend this studio and Marc enough. Marc is a great personal trainer and amazed me with his common sense but effective approach to fitness, weight loss, and overall health. He makes you work...but you understand exactly why you're doing what you're doing. And the results prove it, he really knows his stuff! The studio is great because it's a one on one experience. A gym with a lot of people has always been intimidating to me...but here at Upper Echelon, I feel super comfortable. The quality of the equipment, environment, and expertise is awesome.

I have had the incredible pleasure and experience of working with Marc Pogorzelski as my personal trainer now for 3 weeks. I chose Marc because I had just had two partial knee replacements and I knew only his experience and education would be the right fit to get me moving in the right direction again. I had trained with Marc previously and got stuck due to my knees so I was happy he had started his own business!He has great knowledge of body mechanics, muscle function and is capable of determining the individual abilities of his clients. With his experience in physical fitness, he can adjust his exercise programs to any age group -- including my own. His pleasant and positive attitude is a great asset to his willingness to work with his clients at their own levels. He instills confidence and encouragement to make you want to work further and apply yourself more diligently.I highly recommend Marc to anyone out there who would like to "train the RIGHT way!"