This is Frank one of our participants who has been doing the Strength for Life program.  Below is his story of how the Strength for Life program has helped him.

How did you find out about Strength for Life?

I actually found out about it by accident.  My wife was doing – what it was called back then – Living Longer Living Stronger and suggested I join after the GP said I needed to do some cardio because walking wasn’t enough.

How did you find the referral process?

Very very easy – it was ideal and necessary.

How long have you been doing Strength for Life?

10 + years now!

How has the program benefited you?

The structure is important.  It has benefited me mentally – because I feel guilty if I miss my days.  I still do my half hour walk every day.

Paying only $15 per session to have an experienced and trained physio to run the program is worth it.  They notice and correct you and give alternative’s if they see you struggling or needing to change.  They keep an eye on you and they are professionals.  Many times they will stop and assist - such as give a quick massage if someone has issues with their calf muscles.  They are critical to the system.

They not only correct you, but they also praise you.  They Physio’s genuinely care about you.

How do you find the exercise?

Some of the exercises are easy and some are hard.  Although I hate doing the hard ones, I know it’s necessary.  You need a program set by a professional and the sessions are supervised.  If you go to an unsupervised program, you are most likely to do the easy things – you’re not extended.

What is your favorite part about Strength for Life?

I know on a Tuesday and Thursdays it’s my Strength for Life days – it’s a routine.  You can easily work it into your schedule.  Most of us have time to fit in a couple of classes a week.

They have a cap on the class numbers so the classes don’t get overloaded.

The music – I just enjoy the program itself!!  They have a great group of physios.  They are all very very good!

Have you managed to make new friends?

Yes – the participants are genuinely caring and friendly.  I’ve noticed growth and changes just from the social aspect in members in our group.

What would you say to someone who wants to join but isn’t sure?

Just give it a go!!  It’s a good program.

“The costs for 2 sessions is nothing –

You could easily spend that on a bottle of wine.”