Rhonda’s story
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 began treatment with Alika after a back injury at work. I had already been out of work 3 weeks. Alika had an immediate impact on my back health and posture, providing more relief than I had felt with chiropractic/massage. Over the following month Alika used a unique spinal technique alongside other treatments and strengthening methods to improve my condition and get me back to work. I’ve been to several other clinics in my time as a competitive athlete and Alikas therapy coupled with his attentiveness to patients problems and injuries is second to none. Would highly recommend Alika and A2 PT to anyone with back issues or P.T. needs"
− Micah
"Kristi gives me a great positive feeling; to feel good bout myself. I have never been able to keep up on a food journal- now its easy. My personal goals are to have a decreased pulse rate, be fit, and take care of my heart. I come in on Wednedays at 5 am. Sometimes its hard to ge tout of bed, but I know I am working with someone (Kristi) who I am accountable too. Kristi is always so pleasant and never makes me feel ashamed of myself. A2 is a great place, each person is so positive. You learn to feel better by getting your mind to feel better first…. Think positive! I love this place, I will recommend each personto A2 either for PT or personal training. You guys are #1!"
− Suzie
"I found A2 Physical therapy was able to give me the help I needed in the exercises and cupping they gave me to loosen up my stiff joints and muscles that I could hardly move due to surgery, stiffness, and soreness. I think A2 PT are running a top notch business. The therapists that worked with and on me were extremely courteous. Molly was so helpful in my therapy and an absolute delight to work with. She got me back to 100% in just 4 weeks and my visits were 1 day a week. This was my first experience working with PT’s and it was totally a wonderful experience. Thank you A2 Physical Therapy and thank you Ms. Molly Daugherty for working with me and making my recovery and stability improve so quickly. Should I need PT again I will call you. Again many thanks."
− Diane