Star of the month – Amanda Floyd writes: “When we moved to Australia 3 years ago I hadnt exercised for 10 years and Im really serious when I say this. I just never seemed to get the time and to be honest, I am so lucky that Im not a person to pile on weight, and so I didnt see it as a high priority. Plus I had sore knees which meant that my activities were very limited and on a bad day I struggled to climb stairs. My boys were used to mum joining in by being the referee from the side line sitting on a chair! Over two years ago I remember vividly my son Alfie falling off his bike and motherly instinct saying run to help but I also remember not being able to get to him fast enough as my knees were too painful. I put it down to old age and wear and tear. I was only 44 and at that point in my life I thought that Id come to terms with the situation. Then I took a Top Coach flyer from my post box and made the call. I am a firm believer that life changing actions are often stumbled across without intention, however sometimes they are graciously handed to us. This was definitely fate. The first six months at Top Coach were tough, I attended two sessions a week and through a process of elimination, some more pain and a number of exercises with Chris, we soon worked out that my knee issues were linked to weak hips, and weak ankles. This was depressing, however I felt like Chris cared and understood my situation and he went out of his way to find the exercises that would target my weaknesses and make me stronger and I really trusted him and within months I could really see a difference. Since then I have increased my sessions to an average of 4 a week. The varied sessions have helped me become a stronger, fitter, healthier person and have given me more energy so that now I can get stuck in with the boys. I remember taking them along to a session in the school holidays for the first time whilst I trained. Their faces said it all when they saw what I did in an hour. They told me afterwards how proud they were of me and never thought I would be able to do it. That was priceless. Now they love nothing more than me playing soccer with them, or taking part in running races and generally being active as a family. The boys have also joined the team at Top Coach and enjoy training sessions together. It has now become part of our new weekly routine because it is important to all of us to get this quality time that we really enjoy. Top Coach has given me the reassurance and belief that there is no age limit to being fit and healthy. It is amazing to realise that my hip, knee and ankle issues have been resolved solely through training sessions with no medical intervention and primarily from the determination and enthusiasm of Chris and Leisa believing in what they do, day in and day out. Thanks guys youre the best!” -Amanda Floyd Congratulations Amanda -you’ve shown a tremendous amount of commitment to your health and fitness and it has paid off! So good that you can lead by example and now be actively involved with your growing boys. You are a great role model and inspiration to all. Amanda wins a breakfast for two at the fabulous Crest Birubi Beach and a $50 voucher from Top Coach.
Posted on: Sun, 07 Sep 2014 10:06:30 +0000
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