“For the last 6 years, I’ve been on a different health journey. I stopped drinking alcohol and focused on being the best version that I could be for myself. I started on a macronutrient program, focusing on very low carb and not enough calories. It was working! I was losing weight and gaining long, lean muscle. Over the last few years, I’ve maintained weight with little fluctuation and lean muscle, but other things were changing as time went on. My mood was terrible, I wasn’t getting enough sleep, stress factors were huge (pandemic, aging and ailing parents, kids, work, etc.) and I continued to chase the scale and beat myself up. I listened to podcasts, been on zoom calls, and took all of the advice from very reliable sources. All of the information I heard, I just stored it in my brain and continued to workout too much and not eat enough and not rest enough, all of which lead to more stress. Without a doubt, I was lying to myself and hurting myself all because I had a mental block on health and wellness…until a podcast I listened to where I finally HEARD the words that were spoken.

Brian, for whom I’ve known for most of these last 6 years, spoke words on this particular podcast that kept striking me. As I age, and my hormones change, I finally decided that it was time to take all I’ve learned and continue to listen to what Brian has to say to me. He’s so knowledgeable on so many different levels. He gives scientific background knowledge on how the body works and how and why we need to eat certain things and supplement different things. He gave me a scary daily calorie goal that I accepted. I was eating in a larger window, eating more foods that were healthy, nutrient dense, delicious foods. I’ve been working with Brian since April 2022 and my results are amazing. I’ve lost close to 10 pounds collectively, feel stronger, look lean, my mood increased for the better, my sleep improved and I am able to handle my stress and stressful situations so much better, and take REST days! With Brian’s guidance, I’m truly preparing myself to be the best version of myself as I age and my body changes!”

-Liz Carr

Clifton Park, NY

“Working with Brian has not only changed my body, it has changed my entire mindset when it comes to the relationship I have with food and the association I have with food. No one has ever explained this to me the way Brian has and how it all made sense”

“Brian’s style , guidance and knowledge was exactly what I have been looking for my entire adult life. I didn’t want a quick fix as I had been on diets my entire life and struggled with an eating disorder as a teen. Finally it all came together in such a healthy way after talking with Brian. He gave me (us) the proper tools and the understanding to live a life full of energy, feeling healthy and having fun while doing it. Brian has done this for both myself and my husband, we are forever grateful”

-Lisa Albright

Clifton Park, NY

“A few years ago I realized it was time to make a lifestyle change. I was eating and drinking what I thought was good for me. I exercised some but not consistently. I moved just enough to “convince” myself that I was leading a healthy existence. The mirror, the scale and, more importantly, my bloodwork told a different story.  I was not healthy.

I became much more aware of my health, fitness and diet. I became consistent in the gym and saw my body change for the better. But, when it came to diet and nutrition, I needed help. Again, I thought I was fueling my body correctly but there were missing parts that prevented me from reaching the next level. Enter Brian Abbale. He became “my missing link”. Brian’s knowledge of nutrition is unmatched by anyone I have met. His ability to take the information I provided and tailor a program that works for ME was a breath of fresh air. Brian explained the what and the why in clear detail and it was very to understand because nutrition is not necessarily the same for everyone. 

As a result of working with Brian, I no longer guess at what is best for my body. I now have an educated and clear understanding of what works best for me. His mentoring has armed with the tools to make good decisions with diet and nutrition. The guesswork is gone! Brian has also inspired me to keep going and be the best version of myself. I feel confident I can be a positive influence on my daughter and teach her healthy eating. THANK YOU, BRIAN!”

-Stuart DeVoe

Clifton Park, NY

“After years of working out and macro nutrition, I became stale and weak, my body hurt, and my drive to continue was lacking. I followed macro nutrition for many years, it was very restrictive, and I never got the results that I wanted. I was looking to be healthy, build strength, and to be free of the restrictive macro lifestyle. I reached out to Brian asking him to help me reach my goals in a more healthy and sustainable way.

I choose Brian because of his passion and drive for a healthy lifestyle. He is knowledgeable about fitness, wellness, and nutrition. He lives the lifestyle that he is teaching others to live. His drive to learn more and pass those tools on to others made him the best choice for my health journey.

In the past 12 weeks, Brian has taught me a new approach to nutrition. My program is based on whole organic foods and a calorie intake that meets my body composition versus a basic mathematical formula. Brian has been easy to work with. We do daily check-ins where he evaluates and makes necessary changes.

My body composition has changed and I am very pleased with my results. I haven’t felt this good in a long time. I am satiated and no longer wake in the middle of the night hungry. My workouts have improved and I no longer suffer from aches and pains. My energy is great.”

-Shawn Morrow

Ravena Park, NY

“I started working with Brian after meeting him at Metabolic and having a brief conversation before a workout about how far I’ve come since joining Metabolic. We talked about working out, food, stress, lifestyle… After this we met and discussed what I was looking to accomplish in my fitness/health journey then how he works with his clients. Brian identified a few tweaks that I could make that could make a difference in what good foods could do for my body, work outs, and overall health.

You are what you eat! Eating whole foods, knowing the ingredients, how much to eat and listening to my body when it needs nutrients. When to start eating during the day and when to finish eating for the day… Obviously all the in between also! We workout SO hard and need to feed our bodies what they need to get us through the workouts, the day, and to optimize our rest/sleep. How certain foods affect our bodies in both positive and negative ways. No need to do a complete 180 and not enjoy pizza, ice-cream, beer… Just know how it’s going to affect you. When would be the best times for these things and moderation is key. I also started wearing a Garmin smartwatch ALL THE TIME! Using the data to help me with identifying how certain foods affected my energy levels, sleep, and essentially recharging my body!

Brian and I checked in weekly, met monthly and shared recipes/pics of food. I now make a banana, blueberry, protein powder, almond milk smoothie as dessert rather than getting a pint of my favorite Stewart’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough ice-cream… Occasionally I still have that, but now on a very rare occasion.

I’m turning 50 in 2 months, I have a family history of heart disease… These are things that I can’t change. However I can make smarter decisions about my health, how I manage stress, and how I live my life. Working out 5-6 days a week, feeding my body with good foods, drinking a gallon of water a day, annual health check ups, and limiting the things that could potentially make me a statistic are now key parts of my life.

Not only have I learned a lot from Brian and know that when I have questions that he’s got my back. I’ve gained a friend who genuinely cares about the people in his life!”

-David Plagenza

Ravena Park, NY

“I want to send a note thanking you for a successful 4 months introducing me to your Health for Life program. As a former athlete with a busy work/life schedule I’m always looking for ways to enhance nutritional education, performance and the ability to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Your program nailed it for me.

I‘ve been able to implement vitamin/supplements into my routine which is something I’ve gone away from and it has effected my performance in a positive way. Additionally, with my busy travel schedule, I’ve gained knowledge helping me to make good nutritional decisions while maintaining a productive workout routine. I really enjoyed the guidance around what’s needed to maintain while also learning how to dial it in and cut. That challenged me a bit but, what I really needed and I saw results! This is something I can implement after our time together which is great.

As I said, when something works for me, I always come back to it depending on my goals at that particular time. Your knowledge & understanding of the science brought me great confidence and a big reason why we’ll be working together again. I know, no matter what goals I have for myself, you’ll have a tailored program for me. Thanks again, and I really enjoyed learning, and challenging myself to think differently with nutrition and performance. You’re the man and I wish all the best! See you soon!”

-Kevin R.

“Brian is Real! He is a wealth of knowledge and a resource that has become a vital part of my nutritional journey! Brian is a blessing! His strategies are on point. 

He is in tune with the medical world, our health problems, and how to overcome it by having a healthy diet & lifestyle. His guidance throughout the process of understanding, learning & executing has been KEY! 

He completely understands and factors in that life gets in the way, every single day and is extremely helpful with helping me navigate & make better choices. Trusting the process has been the most difficult part of my journey… Brian has made it very clear that this is a lifestyle change that requires some patience. 

I am extremely grateful for Brian’s guidance & patience. He is genuine & cares! He has become a mentor, friend and has helped making my overall health a main priority for me. His impact is for Life.”

-Vicky P.

“As a former Division 1 college athlete I have always worked hard to get stronger and stay healthy. As I have gotten further away from my playing career that has become more difficult as I am now chasing my sons around for their sports and supporting my family with a stressful job. Trying to fit everything in and be present is a huge challenge.  

The frustrating part for me was that I thought I knew what to do. Eat less and exercise more. When I did find time to exercise, I would often go as hard as I could to maximize the time I had. This would leave me sore and frustrated because I wasn’t as strong as I wanted to be or couldn’t run as far as I used to. If I didn’t have enough time to get a “good” workout in I would often just not do it. I’d eat healthily the majority of the time, but the small things would start to add up. Grabbing something quick in between kids practices or completely losing it on weekends and holidays wouldn’t seem like much but slowly had an impact. I would get out of a routine and slowly, through this cycle, I would continue to gain weight and lose muscle over the years. I’d still look in better shape than other people my age so there wasn’t any huge sense of urgency but what I was doing was not good enough. I want to make sure I can keep up with my boys and stay healthy for my family, not just be ok. 

That’s why I reached out to Brian. Brian is a good friend from college, and I continued to follow what he was doing on social media. I really like his approach. It’s about long-term health, small improvements along the way that lead to big results. Going for a walk is enough some days. Finding time to stand and move instead of sitting at my computer is a win. Not everything has to be a 2-hour grueling workout or a 10-mile run. Paying attention to what I am eating and having a plan with accountability has helped me tremendously. Eating less and exercising more are not always the way. I’ve actually started eating more since working with Brian but I’m eating more purposefully. Brian has helped me put together a game plan that works for me and is something that I can sustain. I have seen impressive results early on and am excited to continue to work with him to see where I can continue to go.”

-Corey B.