"As a 62 year old male with various medical issues over the past 12 years ( Two heart attacks, various angina attacks, double bypass, stent, broken back arthritis issues to name a few) and 55 pounds weight put on in 10 years. I was somewhat cautious about accepting the offer from the Interior Health Cardiac Care to have a young lady named Alyssa Blair try to get me back on track to a healthier living environment again. Well, I accepted that offer, I thank my lucky stars I did too!
Many years ago I had been in great physical shape and tough as nails. But...I had never joined a gym or had any kind of personal trainer experience. So, arriving at the Total Fitness Gym to meet Alyssa was a bit intimidating. Right off the bat I was made to feel at ease and was quickly put to work to see where my physical abilities stood. Those abilities were quite low. Within four weeks and some commitment on my part to walk and stretch daily, Alyssa had me back into enjoying my life with the ability to actually walk more than 10 minutes again. As a side benefit, I am on my way to losing some weight as well.
I can only say that if you have cardiovascular issues and are hesitant to do anything physical, give Alyssa the chance to show you how you can and become much healthier and happier with yourself in a short period of time. You will not regret doing so."
Many years ago I had been in great physical shape and tough as nails. But...I had never joined a gym or had any kind of personal trainer experience. So, arriving at the Total Fitness Gym to meet Alyssa was a bit intimidating. Right off the bat I was made to feel at ease and was quickly put to work to see where my physical abilities stood. Those abilities were quite low. Within four weeks and some commitment on my part to walk and stretch daily, Alyssa had me back into enjoying my life with the ability to actually walk more than 10 minutes again. As a side benefit, I am on my way to losing some weight as well.
I can only say that if you have cardiovascular issues and are hesitant to do anything physical, give Alyssa the chance to show you how you can and become much healthier and happier with yourself in a short period of time. You will not regret doing so."
"I wanted to let you know how happy I/we are with the exercise programs you developed for us.
We were in Banff this past October and we hiked the Plain of the 6 glaciers (Lake Louise) in the snow and ice. This was the first time I had no pain in the knee on the way back! Even though I had been going to the gym in past years, I would experience a lot of pain the last 3/4 kilometer of the hike.
These exercises apparently are more effective than what I was doing at the gym.
Thank you so much!!!
Leslie”
We were in Banff this past October and we hiked the Plain of the 6 glaciers (Lake Louise) in the snow and ice. This was the first time I had no pain in the knee on the way back! Even though I had been going to the gym in past years, I would experience a lot of pain the last 3/4 kilometer of the hike.
These exercises apparently are more effective than what I was doing at the gym.
Thank you so much!!!
Leslie”
"A big rave for Alyssa Blair, Kinesiologist, in Salmon Arm.
Having suffered the effects of two car accidents and several spinal surgeries, the pain I have had to live with for decades has meant a string of injections and pain-reducing medications and - very little physical activity. The last physiotherapist I consulted just shook their head sadly.
Then a friend suggested I consult Alyssa. She gently and carefully put me through some movements to assess where I was at - and ultimately where I need to be to regain flexibility and strength. Then with that same care, introduced some gentle exercises. She gave me a level of confidence that I haven't felt in years. I'm going to see her for several more weeks - and at the end, I may even be able to (very carefully) jump back into life!"
Having suffered the effects of two car accidents and several spinal surgeries, the pain I have had to live with for decades has meant a string of injections and pain-reducing medications and - very little physical activity. The last physiotherapist I consulted just shook their head sadly.
Then a friend suggested I consult Alyssa. She gently and carefully put me through some movements to assess where I was at - and ultimately where I need to be to regain flexibility and strength. Then with that same care, introduced some gentle exercises. She gave me a level of confidence that I haven't felt in years. I'm going to see her for several more weeks - and at the end, I may even be able to (very carefully) jump back into life!"
