TESTIMONIALS

''My Husband has a life limiting illness. He was advised to take regular exercise but with consideration to his age & neuropathy. He cannot stand for long & suffers discomfort. He now attends one of Suzina's chair based class and more recently one of her balance classes. 

His illness has also meant a reduced mental capacity, so he cannot be left alone. I am wary of who I leave him with. Suzina was recommended by our local hospice as being knowledgable on what exercise he could do and safe to leave him with. This has certainly been true for the 2+ years that he has attended.

Suzina is a ball of energy, cheerful and positive. She has the attendees doing their exercises to safely push themselves if able to, ensuring everyone gets their best out of the class. She clearly explains the benefit of each exercise & guides them through each one with demonstration and instruction.

My Husband's balance, flexibility & strength have improved greatly.

I'm happy to leave him for the hour, knowing he is in safe hands and enjoying himself.''

''At 88 years of age I joined Suzina's chair based exercise. Since then I have become fitter and stronger whilst having fun. I can also pull my socks up more easily now and get in and out of a car easier.

I've met friendly like minded people. Oh and once a month we get tea and biscuits after class!''

''As someone who taught myself, for over 30 years, I can say that Suzina is an excellent teacher. She persuades older people, keen to hang onto what mobility they still have, to exercise and keep going. She makes the exercises relevant to their daily challenges eg getting up from a chair, getting on the bus, in and out of a car, opening jars etc. She has demonstrated to us how to get up from the floor too. Although we don't get on the floor during class ourselves.

Suzina is also aware of the social importance of her classes and so we enjoy a chat over a hot drink afterwards.

I've been attending Suzina's chair based exercise class for about a year now and can say that she is very attentive to newcomers by providing guidance along with constant new exercises to keep us interested and improving.''  

Suzina has been my Personal Trainer for 10 years having begun working with her in my late 60s. 

I have found her knowledgeable about the needs of her older clients and sensitive to individual health issues when devising their programmes. She explains why we do each exercise and is always encouraging. She is cheerful and down to earth and I enjoy our conversations as we exercise.

Over the years I have come to regard her as a friend as well as a Personal Trainer.

''*****Suzina came weekly to our house to see my 88 year old husband. He really looked forward to the sessions, but most importantly she kept him active and mobile. After being ill in hospital for a fortnight, he had lost the strength to walk, and she restored his lost mobility and strength.

She's very kind too, and made him feel that it was important to her too, that he continued to be as active as possible till the end. Thanks for your skill and care, from all of Roy's family''

​“Suzina is a highly knowledgeable and experienced fitness instructor for older adults. I’ve attended her chair based exercise and strength and balance classes for over 2 years now, I've improved my strength, flexibility, mobility and balance. I’m in better shape now, with increased energy levels and a more positive mood. My blood pressure is lower and joints no longer hurt. 

These classes are a great opportunity to socialise and have a laugh with people too.’’ 

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ALAN Y, Hertford

''I’m 84 and have been attending Suzina’s Strength and Balance class in Hertford for the past year, I can verify that my walking has improved and so has my stair climbing and raising from chairs.

We lift handweights, use therabands, ankle weights and other equipment to make us stronger.  Full explanation is given of what each exercise does for your body and how is benefits everyday life, all in a calm, friendly, professional manner.''