Name:  Max L. Philisaire

Crème Magazine: You're a U.S. Army Veteran, fitness model, actor and now a personal trainer; how long have you been a trainer?

Max L. Philisaire: I have been working out for over 10 years, personal training for over 5 years.

Crème Magazine: What are some past videos, movies, and TV shows you've been featured in?

MP: I have been featured in these productions and publications:
Feature Film: “Second Class Citizens”
Feature Film: "The Space Between"
Disney Theme Park Commercial
Music Video: Mariah Carey FT Nikki Minaj “Up Out My Face”
Muscle and Fitness Magazine
Essence.com's Eye Candy of the week, for more visit here.

Crème Magazine: At the top of many people's New Year's resolutions lists is getting in shape, but many lose focus just after a couple of months. How do you help your clients get focused when achieving their goals? 

MP: The recipe to getting the fitness results work like any recipe.  One ingredient might make a bigger impact than another, but without all ingredients such as diet, sleep, and cardio, weight-training results will be limited.  Diet will make the most impact on the physique.  It is very important to eat at least three meals, starting with breakfast, lunch then dinner.  Most people don’t eat breakfast simply because they are not hungry upon waking.  I teach clients to treat their bodies as they would care and nurture for a child.  Provide your body with what it needs and not just what you want.  People tend to eat what they want and their bodies pay the price.  There has to be a balance with what your body needs and what you want.

Crème Magazine: What are some basic and easy workout routines that someone should always do?

MP: Some basic exercises that can be performed practically anywhere are pushups, crunches, squats, lunges, the plank, side plank.

Crème Magazine: We know having a good attitude is important when working out but eating is also very important to having vital health. What foods do you tell your clients to eat; and which ones do you tell them to stay away from?

MP: There are only so many sources of protein or carbohydrates.  What you decide to eat isn’t as important as how you prepare the meals you do eat.  No more fried food.  Grill or bake your food.  Water is your best friend.  The recipe to a complete meal includes protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. Stay away from fried food, candy, sodas and greasy fast food.  It is very important to check the nutritional facts about anything you put into your body.

Crème Magazine: Many Haitian celebrities from Wyclef, boxer Andre Berto, to actor Jimmy Jean-Louis from "Heroes," frequently visit Haiti to bring awareness to the dire situation in that region. Have you done any similar efforts to bring attention to proper eating, physical health and nutrition to the people of Haiti?

MP: I’m very thankful for the work Haitian celebrities like Wyclef, boxer Andre Berto and actor Jimmy Jean-Louis have done for Haiti.  It is not only an opportunity, but also a responsibility.  I accept the responsibility to work on uplifting and empowering my homeland. 

I haven’t worked on any projects in Haiti as many others have but I am doing proper planning and research as we speak about effectively helping not just my people but people from all walks in desperate need of love, care and attention. 

Before I can effectively help others, I myself must be a powerhouse where the energy for my projects will come from.  As a tree grows, it provides oxygen for it’s surrounding.  I’m building my empire so my community will benefit. I look forward to teaming up with my fellow Haitian celebs and other humanitarian organizations to become that powerful driving force where needed.

Crème Magazine: So what’s next for you?  

MP: I’m currently working on a 2011 inspirational and motivational calendar composed of photography campaigns and quotes. The campaigns will cover some of the most important causes in our community.  I will incorporate my physique into creative photography to entertain but most importantly, to share truth and awareness with misguided individuals.  Some of the topics and causes will include: AIDS/HIV, Self Realization, Spiritual Growth, Lifestyle, Breast Cancer, Finance, Relationships/Love and much more.

Check out some of Max's video work out routines on his website.