"I truly believe that being fit was what helped me get through chemotherapy after I was diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer in 2014. My body was strong, so that when my system was zapped, I could still function. I didn’t suffer with fatigue once and even taught Bodyattack, a high-energy aerobics class with moves inspired by sport and athletics, during my treatment. “I went through the gym phase years ago. I went twice and that was it. It wasn’t until I realized that I had not choice but to work out that my motivation kicked in. There’s nothing like the dreadful though that you may end up in a wheelchair [due to multiple sclerosis] to motivate you to move your butt.” "Keeping fit gives you purpose, keeps you young and ensures balance, posture, stamina and strength are as good as they can be. I really don’t want a fractured hip – I’ve seen the devastation it can cause." "Barre is an addiction! I love how every class is different and it never gets boring. I love how it is an effective, whole body workout that targets all those little muscles I didn't know were there before I started barre." "The upbeat music, the full body workout and the encouragement of the BBS community originally hooked me and then kept me coming every day. Almost immediately, I saw results; I felt stronger, my strength increased and I gained back some of the flexibility I lost after I stopped dancing regularly. I always look forward to coming to the studio, and being a part of the incredible community at BBS has motivated me to push myself even harder." "I workout, because of my physical condition...It took me a few years to heed [my surgeon's] advice, but things have been a bit more tolerable physically with my neck ever since I started my physical fitness journey to alleviate my ailment. I have done, and I am still doing things that I once thought impossible because of my neck. Dedication, research, and a little sweat have paid dividends in helping me combat my degenerative situation. My neck hasn't been the only beneficiary of my dedication. Because of my efforts, my overall physical fitness and general wellbeing have improved." “[I] appreciate being able to the exercise in the quiet of the outdoors. We [my husband and I] have lovely trails near our house and we went out daily as soon as it was light, before other tasks claimed our attention and energy. My theory being that prioritizing [Urban] poling over house and yard work would allow me to regain the energy needed [after illness] to take on those tasks as well. That is exactly what happened….we continue to use our poles to make further gains in our fitness.” “I love running cause it will make you stronger.” “Made a lot of friends” |
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