I am blessed to teach older adults how to reduce the risk of falls. I encourage seniors to begin a consistent exercise routine (Take 5 to Exercise) and I am a certified FallProof™ balance and mobility training specialist. I have been teaching the FallProof™ training techniques throughout Sacramento since my certification in 2009 and have been following the exact fall prevention training program since finishing my masters degree.
Most recently, I started teaching FallProof™ at the Clarksburg Community Church in the small town of Clarksburg, California. Clarksburg is a river town in the Delta with wineries, piers and lots of boats. Parish nurse Lynelle Wallace attended one of my classes at Parkside Community Church and knew that a fall prevention exercise class was needed in her community. After talking to her congregation, Nell and I coordinated days and times and bam...I have 10 participants enrolled for the first ever FallProof™ balance and mobility class in Clarksburg, CA!
The first week went splendid! After an eye opening assessment testing, the participants are learning about strength, flexibility, posture and how these components affect one's balance. They are not only learning but doing the exercises.
I have to say that feeling "sore" after the first few classes is normal. Although I don't like my participants to feel sore, it happens. The more sedentary and out of shape a person is, the more likely she/he will experience some type of muscle discomfort afterward. I apologize in advance for any discomfort you may feel but your body will adapt to these new demands.
4-week Beginner FallProof™ balance and mobility training information:
Clarksburg Community Church
52910 Netherlands Road
Clarksburg, CA 95612
June 14/16,21/23, 28/30, 2011: Tuesday/Thursday, 10-11am.
July 5/7, 2011: Tuesday/Thursday, 11:30-12:30p
Beginner and Intermediate class to be offered in July, 2011!
Praise the LORD!
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