Listener Reviews

I’ve been a client of Coach Brian for the last 3 years. He helped me re-think my entire lifestyle - from the food I ate, to the amount of movement I practiced, as well as broader considerations about work, life and everything in between. Brian not only is a wealth of knowledge, he is a great human being who understands that everyone’s lives are different, and so must their relationships with a healthy lifestyle. Super excited for this podcast, and for those that will benefit from Brian’s expertise!

I’ve worked with Coach Brian for 9 months and lost 12.3 lbs. He’s patient, careful, and thoroughly recommended, maintaining a sense of humor about what’s a difficult topic for many. As a career driven man right in that 40s and 50s he’s describing, I’ve noticed a lot of his tips are really applicable to my circumstances, which I appreciate quite a bit given how little time and options I have to work with. Give him a try, and build some momentum

Driven for Health with Brian Parana is exactly the kind of podcast I’ve been looking for. Brian has an incredible way of breaking down health, fitness, and lifestyle strategies into practical steps that actually feel doable. His energy is motivating without being overwhelming, and you can tell he genuinely cares about helping people become the best versions of themselves. Every episode leaves me with something I can apply right away, whether it’s a mindset shift, nutrition tip, or fitness strategy. If you’re serious about improving your health in a sustainable way, this podcast is a must-listen!

Coach Brian has helped me have success with eating and exercising! His nutrition plan is sustainable unlike so many other plans. I would follow Coach Brian’s ideas for great and lasting results!

I worked with Brian for several years and experienced some of the best success of my life personally and professionally. He helped me with both my physical and mental health which led to me developing better relationships. It’s great to see him sharing his expertise with a bigger audience now.

I worked with Brian and not only did I meet my goals, I have maintained them. Brian goes the extra mile to make your journey a success

I had 4 marathons under my belt and was still chasing that BQ unsuccessfully when I hired Brian. I was doing all the training and continuously feeling bloated, gaining weight, and feeling so tired and drained after all training runs. Why was I gaining weight if my workouts were getting longer? Had to be nutrition. I worked with Brian for only 4 months before I got my first BQ. Not only did I achieve the goal time but I shed 20 lbs in the process. He worked with me on establishing what my body needed to fuel the long workouts as well as what I need post workout. Brian helped me establish the right macros I needed to feel fueled and ready to train each day. I cant recommend him enough for the wonders he did for me. He has such a great personality and knows so much that it makes you want to do and be better.I FINALLY HAVE ABS and have qualified for Boston a second time because of the years of work Brian has dedicated to helping me achieve my goals.

I worked with Coach Brian a couple years back and his guidance made a big difference from me. I’m excited to keep learning new stuff from him through this podcast.

Coach Brian knows his stuff and he makes it feel accessible. He breaks down health and nutrition, simplifying so it doesn’t feel so overwhelming. If you want to get be your healthiest self and you don’t know where to start, start with Coach Brian!

I worked with Brian starting November 2024 through March of 2025 while training for my first HYROX race. While I am an active person, I needed some direction and support with programming and macros in order to meet my fitness goals. Brian worked with me to find a challenging workout routine and a balanced diet that worked for me and my busy schedule. Brian knew when I needed support, when I needed a push, when I needed rest. He was communicative, understanding and cheered me on as I met my goals!