At Merlino Fitness, we feel that we have something to offer everyone; a variety of products and services to help you reach your fitness goals and stick to your program. We know you have many wellness professionals to choose from, so we offer you a few reasons why we think we would be a the best fit for you.

• It's All About You! - You and your goals are priority number one. We roll up our sleeves, use a "team approach"and give you the instruction you need to get the most out of your workouts and your nutrition plan.
  
  
• Everything We Do Is Fitness & Nutrition - Certified Personal Trainer, Michael Merlino, and Registered Dietitian, Amy Carlson, own and operate their own full-time practices. This isn't a part-time gig for us. We live and breathe fitness and nutrition every day and love every minute of it!
  
  
• Credentials - Certified Fitness Trainer, Michael Merlino, currently has 5 fitness and nutrition certifications and spends many hours each year taking continuing education courses to keep up with the latest wellness research and knowledge. Registered Dietitian, Amy Carlson, is armed with a Masters Degree in Nutrition and is a licensed and registered Dietitian who works with a variety of clients from weight loss to special needs like pregnancy, diabetics etc.
  
  
• Support Systems - Michael Merlino learned a long time ago that he cannot be a wellness lone-ranger. To maximize his cleint's success, he has linked up with Houston's best wellness professionals and businesses for a nice mix of support systems to keep his clients on track and sticking to their plan.
  
  
• We Keep You Motivated And Plugged In - Free client e-newsletters and our state-of-the-art web site are loaded up with knowledge that keeps you motivated, on track, and focused on your goals 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Coming this summer we will have a "For Clients Only" section of the website for added client support.
  
  
• Been There...Done That - Both Michael and Amy are ex-corporate professionals so we really identify with busy professionals who may struggle at times balancing fitness and nutrition with the rest of their busy lives.
  
  
• Reality Check - We realize that staying fit and in shape is hard work, so we offer up realistic and long-lasting approaches to fitness and nutrition. You won't find any cookie- cutter training programs or fad diets here. Just realistic approaches that have worked well with our clients based on research and tried and true techniques.
  
  
• Quality Fitness & Nutrition Products - We are always searching for the best lines of fitness equipment and nutritional products available. Unique, safe and quality items that you may not be able to find in your local store.
  
  
• We Offer A Full Menu of Choices - No matter what your budget is or how much time you have to invest in your fitness plan, we have something for you. More affordable training options include the workout tuneup, weight training workshops or the popular Fitness & Nutrition for the Busy Professional seminar. Check out the full line of training options and products under the Services link or in the Merlino Fitness on-line storefront.