Empower Strength and Wellness - Shelton, Connecticut

Carol F.

Lou is a fantastic personal trainer! He takes the time to really get to know his clients, helping them assess and meet their fitness goals in the best way possible while considering any physical limitations. I always feel so motivated and yes, even “empowered,” after one of my sessions with him. My cardiologist recommended strength training for me, and Lou’s set up fits the bill perfectly. He is an inspiring coach who constantly encourages me and recognizes my efforts with positive reinforcement. I know this training is the best possible gift I can give to myself. And I feel totally safe and secure in his clean and airy one-on-one studio. I am in my seventies, and I plan to continue my twice weekly sessions with Lou for as long as I am able move!

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Aj A.

If you are looking for a knowledgeable, intuitive and dedicated trainer, Lou is your guy. He explains each exercise thoroughly and ensures you're performing it correctly to avoid injuries. Lou is quick to offer a modification or slowly increases the level of intensity to optimize the exercise. Lou is both professional and personal which enhances each session. One of my goals is to increase mobility. Lou incorporates stretches and exercises that I can do at home or in the office. After working with Lou for only a few weeks I've noticed a difference. I highly recommend Lou to assist you meeting your fitness goals.. Thanks Lou, I appreciate and value our sessions.

Laura G.

After having a long battle with Lyme disease my doctor recommended that I exercise but I was too self conscious to go to a big chain gym that was packed with a lot of people.

Luckily, I ran into a friend that told me about Lou so I gave it a shot.  It was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Lou is in a league of his own. His idea of having float pods at the same location as his gym is ingenious.

He makes my workouts fun, challenging and creative that are tailored to my needs. He places a high value on correct form with each exercise and creates a comfortable atmosphere while getting results I never knew were possible.

Lou has played a significant role in helping me fight through chronic pain from Lyme. If you're serious about changing your life for the better Lou is the person to go to.

And the float pods are amazing! They get you zoned out from the rest of the world to the point of total relaxation. It's the only therapy that's helped ease any of my Lyme related pain to the point to where I no longer need to wear Lidocaine patches.

Lou, I can't thank you enough for putting your all into everything you do!!

Myott P.

I've been training with Lou, and now Empower, for over 3 years. His approach and ability to tailor the session based on the evolving needs of my joints and muscles, is fantastic. Lou takes a "full body" approach and comes up with multiple ways to go after the results you're looking for. After not being able to sleep because my shoulder joints hurt so badly for an entire ski season, Lou came up with a workout that now has me able to sleep soundly and throw a baseball with my son.

Mike C.

I am an exercise specialist and personal trainer from the UK with 18 years experience. In those 18 years I have only met a small handful of personal trainers I would happily send my own family or friends too. Lou Dechello at Empower is very high on that list. Lou is a wealth of knowledge, with an excellent set up. Quite honestly Lou and his work at Empower are leading the way for professional personal training. Highly recommended.

Alexandra D.

Lou and I have been training together for over a year. In that period of time, he has helped to transform me both physically and mentally. He is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and dedicated. Each session is catered to my specific goals while motivating me to push myself. The space is very clean and well organized. The float pod experience was simply amazing! I would recommend him and Empower!!

Sara D.

I’ve been training with Lou for almost a year now. He is very professional and tailors the sessions to the needs of the individual. He is very personable and manages to make the workouts fun while still pushing you a little further each time. Lou is great!

Mike D.

Lous track record speaks for itself. He has attended numerous trainings and continuously is looking for cutting edge ways to improve the wellness of his clients. He tailors workouts to your needs and also looks for ways to enhance and make sure you are getting everything you need to help better your workout plan. I strongly recommend Lou as a personal trainer. The knowledge and tailored approach to his works outs are second to none.