"Scott is known as "the expert's expert"..."one of the 5 most inspirational Canadians in Fitness"

Inside Fitness Magazine 09

I have been involved in athletics my entire life. I have been training for the sports I have been involved in for about 18 years which have included football, track and field, wrestling, and most recently I begun training to learn an Israeli martial art (Krav Maga). The pinnacle of my athletic career was playing football at one of the most successful college football programs in the NCAA. Through that experience I have had many coaches and many strength coaches. I have had experience with great coaches. I always have tried to learn as much as possible about performance enhancement through training and nutrition to the point of majoring in exercise physiology and being obsessive about reading everything I could get my hands on. When I first read Coach Abel’s articles in late 2007 and began to learn more about his philosophy which made much more sense than anything I have ever learned previously. The more I learned the more I understood about what was missing from my current programs in order to achieve extraordinary results. I chose to get involved with Coach Abel’s coaching program and can tell you that after only 3 months of his coaching and guidance I have made improvements in my physiology and performance that I have never achieved before. I am in better shape and condition now than I had ever been prior to this. It definitely takes a commitment from the trainee to execute his plan appropriately but when that commitment is made Coach Abel will deliver the results you want. I have achieved my goals through very high intensity training sessions and a custom diet program made up of all whole foods – no supplements or pills or anything else and no traditional cardio which in my opinion sucks anyway. Coach Abel actually saved me from spending hundreds on supplements and saved me the time of obsessing over which training programs would be best to use for my goals. In addition, I am learning how to truly gauge the success of a program through the experience and the experience is what has been significantly understated in much of what I have read from other authors. Coach Abel knows what the hell he is doing through his experience of coaching clients to successful outcomes for years. This is not something that can just be obtained because you have a degree or a certification or picked up a book that explains how to train people. It is his invaluable experience that will guide you from average to extraordinary.  

The best part of the experience has been reading his articles and book and watching his teaching DVD’s in order to learn his concepts and get a gauge on expectation levels then getting involved in the coaching program and executing his plan that delivered the exact results he discussed and displayed in his site. There was absolutely no bull shit. I hate bull shit and everything Coach Abel puts out there is real and is in the best interest of the trainee. For instance, when I had my first overfeed day on my diet it was just as he explained. I ate forever. It was like I had a bottomless pit in my stomach and was able to consume massive amounts of food. 2 days later my leanness level was unaffected. I had a morning workout that day and felt very strong and my arms were more vascular than I have ever seen them – like a damn roadmap – and I could still see some vascularity in my abdominals. It was freakin incredible. I love the workouts he develops because they achieve the goals set and are extremely challenging. I probably lose a pound of sweat every time I train. On the surface it seems like the programs are fairly strait forward but there is a level of complexity that lies beneath that which only Coach Abel can deliver. Everything in his programs has a purpose and it all works together in order to achieve the goals you have set. In summary, it is pretty damn cool to experience the results first hand that Coach explains on his site, in his writings, and on his DVD’s. The only regret I have is not finding Coach Abel about 18 years ago. If you decide to work with Coach Abel it will be an eye opening experience as to the significance of the impact an elite coach can deliver when the coach’s plan is executed properly. I am very excited about the process I have been through because the experience has been very different for me and I cannot wait to experience what lies ahead.

Rocco Coniglio, Ohio,U.S.A

"Tell Scott, I'm a firm fan. His book "clicked" with me and my client base is loving it so much they can't help but refer!!! I'm the most expensive trainer in Pakistan/India and I don't have ANY room for new people!

I'd like to say, it’s the referral strategies or my word of mouth marketing...but it's the fact that my clients ARE LOVING my new Abel inspired training methods!!

That's why I'd like to order one product at a time - I'm loving the "absorption" process he allows with his writings --- he leaves a lot to the imagination with his scientific and methodical approach to training."

Amir, Pakistan

"Most Canadian fans are familiar with the name Scott Abel. Scott has trained many National level bodybuilders over the years. He is also responsible for many current trainers and experts who have gained a lot of their knowledge through working with him. Well, Scott not only talks the talk, but also walks the walk. He can back up his reputation as Canada's best trainer by the kind of condition that he himself gets in. Let's face it. You can hardly take a so-called trainer seriously when he is standing in front of you with a huge pot belly and bloated face. Obviously the best physique days of a guy like that are only a memory. I don't think I have ever seen Abel out of shape. This fact was most evident at the Toronto pro show where he performed a unique and entertaining posing routine in which he first appeared wearing a Chucky mask and wielding a knife. He eventually tossed the knife and executed some impressive bodybuilding poses which showed he was in top shape and truly practices what he preaches."

Gary Bartlett, Musclemag International, Issue 270, Dec 04

"Scott Abel may be the planet's first and only PHD in bodybuilding."

Editors, Get the Pump Book 05

"Words cannot describe the gratitude for what you have done for me. Not only did you help me show up on stage looking my all time best, but more importantly helped me mature and develop to be a better person. You will always be the epitome of what a Coach is supposed to be… not only do you talk the talk, but walk the walk!"

Darren Mehling, Manitoba Provincial Champion, 07

"I began working with Scott in 2002. I had been qualified for the National stage since ’93 but had lacked the confidence to pursue such a dream. After attending The Big Event in both Calgary and Edmonton and being witness to who was doing well at those shows it became apparent to me that I needed to hire a coach who had experience with athletes at that level. My personal opinion has always been if you are going to invest time and energy into something, don’t do it half assed, give it your best effort. That is where Scott came into the picture. I was very impressed with the conditioning of his clients and after some research I decided this man had the skills no other trainer could provide me with. To this date I will credit hiring Scott as the best decision I have ever made with respect to my bodybuilding career. Within the first 12 months of working together I gained more knowledge about the sport than I had acquired in the previous 14 years. To say Scott inspires you to challenge yourself at another level both physically and mentally would be an understatement. He has had a profound effect on my life and has become one of my mentors. The guidance he provides transcends the boundaries of athletics and resonates deeply in the dynamics of personal growth and character development. He does not limit his investment to where you place in a contest but strives to help you achieve the ultimate goal of self awareness. That very philosophy has guided me to the top of “my mountain” and encouraged me to look over it to what lies beyond. For that I will always be grateful to Scott and thankful that I was able to share a part of my life’s story with him."

Dan Fedeluk, IFBB Pro, Personal Trainer

"I have been training under Scott for almost 10 years. He is passionate, knowledgeable, honest , and genuinely cares about his clients. I recommend Scott to anyone who wants to make a change in there lives. As long as you have determination, Scott's approach will produce desired results.

He tailors each program to the uniqueness of each client. This means he adjusts my training regime and diet to my personal circumstances or whatever I am doing; be it competing, shooting, or performing. Whatever my goals, or whatever life throws at me, Scott has been supportive. He stands behind his athletes through the many "stages" of life. Whether that be in a gym, on a stage, on the field, or at home . He is an inspirational coach and caring individual."

"He is a true role model, on so many levels, and I can say with the utmost sincerity that I am a better woman for knowing him. Thanks coach!!"

Maddy Howard



"I just want to thank Scott for all he does, that extends way beyond the title of coach. Where else could a regular Joe, non-competitor like me, get a contract with a supplement company and eventually be in magazines all over the world. It's such a dream come true and Scott makes these things happen for tons of regular Joe's and Jane's, just like me. Thanks Scott. I will make you proud."

Laz, Florida USA




"As always I said there are much to learn from Scott...the complete COACH"

Gabe from Italy





"Scott it is this value added of motivation and inspiration that you provide your clients with, which is so much more than a trainer or coach has to do, that makes your services (our partnership) that much more valuable."

Soccernation, Abel Files Member





"Since hiring Scott I absolutely LOVE my training now. My physique is already so much better than last year. I am a lot "fuller" and I'm seeing new cuts I never had before. At the same weight last year I felt "skinny" but not this year! I feel very happy, strong, and a lot more confident. I can't even explain how happy I've been lately, I feel like I have a grin on my face 24/7."

Vanessa Newton




"I am currently deployed in Iraq. Just a shout out to the information that you place in your web site (training and supplements). My team and I almost swear by your advice."

Allan R. LaViers





"I count on Scott to give me the best most efficient time saving programs and diets, and supplement advice. His knowledge is unequalled by anyone in the game of fitness."

Trevor Timmons - Montreal Canadians, Director of Player Personnel




"I want to personals thank Scott for making this dream come true for me. With out him I would not be a pro."
Dan Dufresne - 2005 Canadian IFBB Pro, Alberta




In reference to this comment on Abelfiles Forums section:

" I only wish I had started with Scott sooner"

The response was:
" I think all of us clients feel the same way. It's like we just wasted time, energy and money before we discovered and hired Scott, and there's no turning back now"

Comment Abel Files Posts




"I just started my second cycle of the program you wrote for me (wk 5). I know you believe adaptation happens over a long period but my body is totally different in just 4 weeks, people are asking and strangers make comments at the grocery store. It is fantastic and best of all its fun! Thank you! "
Jessy James Amblo - Sports Science Association President, Vermont U.S.A.




"I received the "ultimate figure" DVD yesterday and I am extremely impressed and very excited!! I was speaking to a very good friend of mine, who is a professional body builder about how bored I have become in the gym doing the same routine over and over again, and the boredom with weights and reps. She called me last week and highly recommended that I check out your website as she had awesome things to say about you !! She also told me that your workouts are "no joke" and "super intense" ... man, she wasn't joking~! In any case, I watched in complete amazement and i completed DAY ONE today, legs. All i can say is DAMN DAMN and DAMN ...lol!! I was literally sweating in minutes and breathing so hard!!
It was THE BEST leg workout ever, so challenging and far from boring!! I consider myself to be in pretty good shape but i am so excited about this workout and had to share my enthusiasm!! I can completely see my shape changing and looking forward to the next workout, tomorrow!
I can relate to the video tape in the sense of cardio .. i would sit on the treadmill for 40 -60 min and this one single workout today surpassed my treadmill workout!!
I can't wait to share my results with you in a few months! I just wanted to thank you in advance for offering this kind of workout ... simply put, you are amazing!!
Keep up the great work Scott, I truly respect you and your work!!"

Monica, Canada