Dear Dr. Quatrochi,

I recently organized a free wellness fair for the community and you were kind enough to donate your time and expertise by doing a presentation. I was honored by the generosity of your contribution and wanted to express my gratitude for helping to make the fair a huge success!

I managed to sneak away from my duties as event organizer so that I could attend your presentation. Being a former student of yours I had no doubt that the presentation would be fantastic. You chose the very appropriate topic “Myths and Facts about Wellness” in which you addressed three common misconceptions about what it takes to achieve wellness. I believe the information you presented was easy to understand, with your usual touch of humor, yet it was based on sound research which added the credibility and professionalism that I can always expect from you.

Thank you for your commitment to helping people believe health and wellness is within their reach and not something only available to athletes and “health nuts”. The health and fitness community can definitely learn from your example.

Sincerely,
Theresa Stevens
Independent Personal Trainer
BA Human Performance and Sport
ACSM Certified Health Fitness Instructor

Dear Dr. Quatrochi,

I had the opportunity to attend your presentation “Fit and Fat: Possibility or Oxymoron?” at the annual convention of the Colorado Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance in October 2004.

The presentation was excellent. I found the information regarding the truth about the effects of carrying a few extra pounds on the heart and overall health and the impact that physical activity plays in modifying risks was presented in an easy to understand format, and really challenges the existing paradigm of the way we think.

The information is relevant to those that are attempting weight loss, or those of us that work with individuals and/or groups to promote weight loss for health benefits. The number of Americans who are overweight or obese continues to increase and losing weight can be extremely difficult. It can be frustrating to only consider progress by how much weight an individual loses. This presentation reinforces the many benefits of overall health, fitness and exercise rather than focusing on a single number – weight.

I congratulate you on your dedication to providing information that challenges the way we think about fitness as it relates to the overweight and/or obese. The research you've compiled and your credentials make this a compelling session and I highly recommend it.

Sincerely,
Joan K. Brucha
Physical Activity Coordinator
Colorado Physical Activity and Nutrition Program

I just wanted to drop you a quick line and say thanks for an excellent presentation and a very timely one for me.  I have started to exercise on Sunday and am truly committed to my new routine. Once again, thank you !!!!

Darryl Revenew
Distribution Manager
Murata Electronics, North America

Dr. Joe's presentation was both entertaining and informative, he bought a great deal of insight to our audience and we hope to have him back in the future- I would highly recommend Dr. Joe Quatrochi.

Michelle Meyer
Director of Meetings
National Electronic Distributors Association (NEDA)

In short - your seminar made me realize that I had to start taking better care of myself - not just be thinner but to feel better now and in the future.  I also realized taking better care of myself had to involve some time of exercise.  These two concepts are the key to the success I am having now. Thank you!

Veronica Phillips
Regional Sales Manager
ERNI Electronics, Inc.

"Dr. Quatrochi's presentation to the K-12 physical educators in Boulder Valley Public School District in February was outstanding. The topic of wellness was applicable to both elementary and secondary physical educators in helping their students lead a healthy lifestyle. In addition, the information was valuable for personal well-being and how everyone can make simple lifestyle changes to improve their health".

Sue Brittenham , Ed.D.
Boulder Valley School District
Physical Education Coordinator

I have enjoyed listening to Dr. Joe on numerous occasions and look forward to hearing him in the future. His talks always include the latest research and down to earth advice. His power point presentation is educational and entertaining-he always includes humor- and his style is professional yet relaxed. Hearing Dr. Joe speak is like relaxing in your living room and getting the latest updates on health and wellness.

Anne Spalding
Co-author- Kids on the Ball - Using Swiss Balls in A Complete Fitness Program

"Dr. Joe was masterful in opening everyone's eyes to the myths versus reality
of physical activity and wellness. His example of the effort each person puts into insuring their teeth
are healthy versus the effort they put into making sure their hearts are healthy
gives you a sense of reality. He brings to life that you control your own
agenda in life and with a little bit of effort you can make your life a
better one."

Mike Calabria
Vice President of Field Marketing
Arrow Electronics, Inc.