After a fall at work (in combination with a crooked spine), Rhonda started her physical therapy to reduce pain in her neck, back and legs. When she had control of her pain level and she was ready to graduate from PT, Ben her physical therapist and Kristi (her future
personal trainer) encouraged her to continue on with A2 Athletics. And she did! She started slow (coming to one 30-minute personal training a week); walking on the treadmill and ending with resistance training with weight, small squats, etc. Within a month of training, they set a goal: To walk 1 mile at the A2PT 5k! Rhonda went from six minutes on the treadmill to 10, to 12, to 15, to 20, and yes, then to 30 minutes! Rhonda started
coming in on her own time separate from her PFT appointments to walk — finding success at her own pace. She came to the A2 5K and walked 1 mile, with her brother and best friend. Rhonda crossed that finish line with the biggest smile … we couldn’t be more proud of her hard work and persistence! Rhonda has been personal training with Kristi for 12 months now, her current goal is to continue to walk more, and because she personal trains in our gym she is welcome to walk on the treadmill whenever she pleases
and she makes an effort to walk 3 to 4 times a week! Rhonda says it’s the little things, when she went to one of her Weight Watchers meetings she parked in a much further parking lot space, and as she walked to the front door from her car, she realized how easy it was… what would normally have not been possible — is now
possible! She said she is also now able to enjoy a more active life which includes traveling with friends.
"A2 makes me feel stronger, healthier, and more successful physically. I start to look forward to my workouts because of the positive results, which is weird! ... I would have never thought I would look forward to coming to exercise. Before I came here, I used to walk like an old lady and my friend said that I walk a lot better now! I would really encourage seniors to try it because it really helps, I saw results right away. I heard - sitting is the new smoking, it feels good to take care of myself and move. A2 makes sure to gear your workout to your needs, they start you slow, but then push you and then all the sudden - you did it!" -Rhonda
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"I had a great time coming in to A2 every week. Everyone was really helpful and fun to be around. The exercises we did made a huge difference in getting my body and confidence back to shape. Next time I'm injured, I will know just where to go. Thank you!"
− Eric
"A2 has been a game changer for me. I’ve had back problems my entire life from high impact sports and now sitting at a desk for work. Dr. Antone’s wellness program has nearly eliminated my stiffness and soreness that use to bother me throughout the day. I’d highly recommend him and his team for turning your health around. Thank you A2!!"
− Tony
"It was very helpful to be taught exercises I could do at home to alleviate the pain in my back and to make my stomach/diaphragm stronger. It was a great experience and I took away a lot of knowledge to help myself."
− T. Docherty