Success...
"Look at me now!"
JCC staff member, Linda Gatton, age 56, never exercised before starting to train at the J. Feeling the effects from a sedentary occupation of working in a busy accounting department and living a sedentary lifestyle, Linda decided to that it was time to take advantage of the fitness center…just seconds down the hallway from her workspace. Linda quickly turned things around.
She enjoys the exercise so much that she
trains with a trainer twice a week and works out at least three other days on her own. Early in the program Linda learned it would take 3500 calories of expenditure or deficit (from less food intake) to lose one pound of fat. Immediately, the math of monitoring calories in and out was perfectly suited for someone in accounting. Linda began to understand that any extra calories from “unplanned” snacks or meals could be detrimental to reaching her goals. She still enjoys certain foods for special occasion; however, she’s learned to reduce the portions to stay on top of her calorie “deficit.” Linda has also been
influential for her office-mates as she now encourages everyone to bring fruit and veggie plates for office treats. Overall Linda has lost 33 pounds and is more vibrant with energy and confidence since she found the fitness center.
"I'm strong and so are my bones!"
JCC member, Sandra Sokolik age 68, was diagnosed with osteoporosis at the severe risk level and was unable to take medications due to stomach discomfort. Sandra began working with a JCC certified personal trainer to help improve her bone density through exercise. After several weeks of working with weights and on her fitness, her osteoporosis has reversed to the stage of osteopenia. Her workouts include an intense focus on posture. Now, Sandra is self-motivated, but continues to train with her trainer once every few weeks for workout updates.
"I have so much energy"
Erica Warren used the JCC employee fitness program as her spark. She was challenged to take at least 10,000 steps a day with a goal of accumulating 1,000,000 steps in 100 days. Millions of steps and two years into the program, Erica is nearly
50 pounds lighter, and is still going strong!
She works out daily and mixes it up between cardio, strength training, swimming, taking classes and utilizing a personal trainer. Erica believed in the life changes she made so much that she has become a certified personal trainer in our fitness department.
"I feel great!"
J member Sharon Taylor, age 56, lost 12 ½ inches and 15 pounds within six weeks of working with Brettany Hayes, a JCC certified personal trainer. To get a jump start on her goals, she decided it was worthwhile to train three days per week. Sharon altered her eating habits by
incorporating more structure to her meal plans to control portions and calorie intake. During her workouts, she performs a combination of weight training and cardio. Additionally, she strives to stay active on
her own, including taking yoga. To keep the exercise interesting and useful for Sharon, Brettany incorporates many concepts related to balance, body control and posture so that the exercise compliments her participation and enjoyment in yoga.
To get started with a JCC personal trainer or to schedule your free fitness assessment, contact
Craig Prindle, 314-442-3293 at the Wohl Building or
Chris Hoover, 314-442-3494 at the Fox Building.