Shirley made her health and fitness back in 2018 and has been a consistent member of Ascend since then! We love seeing her smiling face around the studio and she is just an all-around fun person to be around!
Congratulations Shirley! We are so excited to celebrate you as member of the month!
Here’s what Shirley had to say about her time with Ascend:
Where were you before you joined Ascend?
I was not attending any fitness facility at the time I joined Ascend although I have been part of Women’s Only and Curves in the past.
Were you nervous to get started?
Nervous…hmmm….it seems so long ago when I started. I think I was nervous a little but I was ready to learn.
What specific results have you experienced at Ascend?
I have a better sense of my body and the muscles I use. It was a learning curve trying to connect my movements with a particular muscle….the question was…Where can you feel it? I am stronger, more flexible in some areas and always feel better after the workouts!
Since the diagnosis of osteoarthritis,( left knee for now), I find it even more important to follow my exercise plan at Ascend and other knee-strengthening exercises at home. Keeping moving!!!
What sets Ascend apart?
I tell everyone, the individuality of the programs and the change of those programs every 4 to 6 weeks. I like that the coach is there to tweak the exercise to ensure I am getting the best result for each muscle group being used. I like learning more about my body and it’s ability to be better. The encouragement and positive feedback that I get from the coaches and staff and from other members who workout during the same time.
What would you tell someone who is on the fence about getting started?
What would I tell someone on the fence? Well, I always share about the individual assessment and programs developed with any concerns that may be included in the development of your exercise/ activity plan.
I like to share that this is my health plan to assist in keeping me strong, flexible and to have better balance. -Shirley
CONGRATULATIONS SHIRLEY! We’re so glad you’re here!!
A huge shout out and thank you to this month’s sponsor, THE VEGANIST!!!
https://www.instagram.com/theveganistbc/
