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FAQ's & Glossary of Terms
FAQ's
Glossary
The Parnell Plan is a coaching system that helps you achieve sustainable fat loss and fitness. It offers personalized training, evidence-based nutrition guidance, and habit-focused accountability to keep you consistent, even when life gets busy. We focus on realistic routines, progressive strength training, and adaptable habits for long-term results.
The Parnell Plan is perfect for anyone wanting a personalized, science-based approach to fitness and nutrition. Whether you're a beginner building consistency or an experienced athlete focusing on performance, fat loss, or strength, our programs are tailored to your goals, lifestyle, and experience level.
Yes. Chris Parnell works with clients of all experience levels, including those new to training. Programs are designed to build confidence, reinforce proper movement patterns, and progress gradually to reduce injury risk and support long-term success.
A: Yes, The Parnell Plan offers online coaching to cater to clients who cannot train in-person. Our online coaching program provides the same level of certified coaching, continuous motivation, education, and accountability that you would receive during in-person sessions. Through personalized workout plans, regular progress check-ins, and direct communication with our coaches, we ensure that you stay on track with your fitness goals, regardless of your location. Our goal is to make training flexible, accessible, and effective for everyone.
Absolutely. The Parnell Plan is designed to be flexible and adaptable. Clients can follow structured workouts with limited equipment or bodyweight-only options while traveling, along with habit and recovery guidance to maintain consistency on the road.
In-person sessions take place at select gyms in New York City. Specific locations are discussed during onboarding to ensure convenience based on your schedule and location.
Training with the Parnell Plan starts almost immediately after you sign up. You'll receive a welcome email with all the materials you need, including access to our digital coaching platform. Our certified coaches will contact you within 24 hours to schedule your initial consultation and fitness assessment. This quick start ensures you can begin your fitness journey with continuous motivation, education, and accountability.
Training frequency depends on individual goals and availability. Most clients train between two and five times per week, combining coached sessions with independent workouts and structured guidance.
The Parnell Plan focuses on long-term consistency rather than short-term results. Each program is customized and supported by ongoing coaching, habit guidance, and accountability to help clients build sustainable routines that fit real life.
Yes. Many clients work with the Parnell Plan to support fat loss and strength development through a balanced approach to training, nutrition, and recovery. The emphasis is on sustainable progress rather than restrictive dieting.
We track your progress using performance metrics, consistency, and your feedback. Programs are reviewed and adjusted to keep you improving. You'll also get tools like a smart body scale and food scale from INEVIFIT to help you track your progress accurately. Learn more about INEVIFIT here: https://inevifit.com/
Yes. Training plans are adjusted to account for injuries, mobility restrictions, or physical limitations. Exercise selection and intensity are modified to prioritize safety and long-term joint health.
To start training with the Parnell Plan, you'll need suitable workout attire, comfortable athletic shoes, and access to a gym or basic fitness equipment like dumbbells or resistance bands. You'll also undergo an initial assessment with one of our certified coaches to customize your fitness plan. A reliable method to track your progress is essential, and we'll assist you with that. Lastly, bring a positive mindset and a commitment to stay motivated and accountable. We're here to guide and support you, but your dedication is key to achieving your goals.
We don’t use one-size-fits-all pricing. After a free assessment, we recommend a program and pricing based on your goals, training history, availability, and coaching needs. This ensures you get a plan that actually fits — and aren’t paying for more (or less) than what will be effective.
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