I just started a new class in a gated community for mature adults in Rocklin, California. We were almost finished introductions when a lady walked in asking for the high intensity interval class. I told her I didn't know about aerobics class but this was a Brains and Balance training class. She quickly asked if she could watch and then decide if she wanted to join.
She and her husband are new to the area and the students, her neighbors, welcomed her. Turns out she is a stoke survivor and is always somewhat concerned about her balance. After introductions, we did a joint mobility warm-up, some vision drills and then some sensory balance activation drills.
Our newcomer had one main compliant; her right shoulder. She couldn't raise it over her head, it pinched if she moved it certain ways. As a nervous system specialist, I immediately thought a pinched nerve, the axillary nerve to be exact, and stopped the class to guide her through a nerve glide.
She hesitantly followed along and struggled with some of the step-by step instructions. She struggled because she didn't know how to move her shoulder blade the way I was asking her. We slowed down and I coached her through the movement. Suddenly she smiled with the newfound, pain-free movement she could do with her arm.
At the end of the class she came to me and said she wasn't sure about joining until I 'fixed' her shoulder. She had been struggling with nagging shoulder pain and limited range of motion since her stroke six years ago. She was amazed and decided she wanted more!
There are no coincidences!
Showing posts with label balance classes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label balance classes. Show all posts
Monday, April 1, 2019
Thursday, March 14, 2019
My Neurologist and Physical Therapist Couldn't Help My Balance
Have you been to your neurologist for nerve pain and he ran every test and still couldn't help you? Did your neurologist send you to a physical therapist who said, 'there's nothing we can do', leaving you with numb, tingling feet and a fear of falling? If so, you're not alone.
I just started two Brains and Balance Training classes at Sun River Church and I am blessed to work with some amazing people. There are people from age 63-87 and every ability level you can imagine. The two classes are small enough that I can offer (limited) individual attention to those who are struggling or have additional needs.
One lady came up to me after our fourth class (halfway through program) and told me I was an 'absolute lifesaver'. She proceeded to tell me that she had been to several neurologists and physical therapist for the peripheral neuropathy in her feet and after running every test imaginable, they told her there was nothing they could do for her.
In four sessions, she's learned how to activate the receptors in her feet and is learning when and how to react if she's losing her balance. She said, "I'm learning so much in this class and it's helping me so much....I can't tell you how happy I am".
That's my goal! As an independent contractor, I strive to help people improve their balance and brain function. I teach them what's going on with their balance and then give them tools to improve instability and weakness. It's up to each person to do the drills that work for them: no one's going to do it for you but you!
I'm not saying that my class cures peripheral neuropathy but it can help you live with the condition. Can damaged nerves be regenerated? With sufficient sensory stimulation, anything is possible. Nerves need to move and nerves need stimulation. Lots of sensory stimulation.
If you have peripheral neuropathy or can't feel your feet as well as you used to, you're a perfect candidate for my 4-week Brains and Balance Training Classes. Learn how to control your body. Re-introduce your brain to numb body parts because if you can't feel it, your brain can't move it!
Brains and Balance Class with Coach Kelly. 4-weeks. 8 sessions. Greatest retirement investment for your money, your body and your brain.
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One lady came up to me after our fourth class (halfway through program) and told me I was an 'absolute lifesaver'. She proceeded to tell me that she had been to several neurologists and physical therapist for the peripheral neuropathy in her feet and after running every test imaginable, they told her there was nothing they could do for her.
In four sessions, she's learned how to activate the receptors in her feet and is learning when and how to react if she's losing her balance. She said, "I'm learning so much in this class and it's helping me so much....I can't tell you how happy I am".
That's my goal! As an independent contractor, I strive to help people improve their balance and brain function. I teach them what's going on with their balance and then give them tools to improve instability and weakness. It's up to each person to do the drills that work for them: no one's going to do it for you but you!
I'm not saying that my class cures peripheral neuropathy but it can help you live with the condition. Can damaged nerves be regenerated? With sufficient sensory stimulation, anything is possible. Nerves need to move and nerves need stimulation. Lots of sensory stimulation.
If you have peripheral neuropathy or can't feel your feet as well as you used to, you're a perfect candidate for my 4-week Brains and Balance Training Classes. Learn how to control your body. Re-introduce your brain to numb body parts because if you can't feel it, your brain can't move it!
Brains and Balance Class with Coach Kelly. 4-weeks. 8 sessions. Greatest retirement investment for your money, your body and your brain.
Friday, December 21, 2018
Avoid Bumps and Dips in the Country and Prevent Falls
Holiday session "Brains and Balance Training with Coach Kelly" class participant shares her personal testimonial of benefits of the the brain-based training at the Woodland Senior and Community Center.
After four-weeks of brain-based balance and mobility training, she understands balance and knows what she needs to train. In eight sessions, she learned how to train her balance.
This multi-sensory training stimulates the most neglected part of the brain. As such, the drills we do in class are new and unknown to the class. Students learn how to train the vision and vestibular systems.
This student lives in the country and explains how the class has helped her avoid the "bumps and dips" when living on a farm. The vision drills increased her awareness of surroundings and now she reacts quicker and knows how to react.
After four-weeks of brain-based balance and mobility training, she understands balance and knows what she needs to train. In eight sessions, she learned how to train her balance.
This multi-sensory training stimulates the most neglected part of the brain. As such, the drills we do in class are new and unknown to the class. Students learn how to train the vision and vestibular systems.
This student lives in the country and explains how the class has helped her avoid the "bumps and dips" when living on a farm. The vision drills increased her awareness of surroundings and now she reacts quicker and knows how to react.
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Walk Steady. Stop Confidently.
The FallProof™ balance and mobility training program is the best program for anyone over the age of 60 who is living life at home and realizes your balance is getting worse and you want to do something about it before a fall so I can stay at home and live the quality life you have worked so hard to enjoy! FallProof™ is also perfect for anyone who may have already fallen and DOES NOT WANT TO FALL DOWN AGAIN!
FallProof is a theory-based, multi-sensory balance training program that was developed years ahead of it's time! I fell in love with this program from my first exposure in one of creator Dr. Debra Rose's workshops at the International Council on Active Aging Conference in 2007!
After spending time at the conference with Dr. Rose's team of graduate gerokinesiology students, I knew I wanted to be certified FallProof™ balance and mobility specialist and coach older adults through this progressively challenging program to improve their balance, increase self-confidence and reduce fall risk.
That was over ten years ago! It's been quite a decade but I have continued to offer the best balance training class for older adults throughout the Sacramento region.
If you're 'ambulatory', 'mobile', or 'barely get around', this class is for you! This balance training session is in Carmichael area, close to Whole Foods. Love to see you there this week.
If you're 'ambulatory', 'mobile', or 'barely get around', this class is for you! This balance training session is in Carmichael area, close to Whole Foods. Love to see you there this week.
UPCOMING FALLPROOF CLASS IN SACRAMENTO:
WHERE: Parkside Community Church
5700 S. Land Park Dr. Sacramento, CA 95822
5700 S. Land Park Dr. Sacramento, CA 95822
WHEN: Feb.14- March 9th
DAYS: Tuesday and Thursday afternoons
TIMES: 1pm-2:30pm
COST: $99 per person
REGISTER: info@thefallpreventionlady.com
REGISTER: info@thefallpreventionlady.com
Monday, October 26, 2015
Stay on your feet for the HOLIDAYS!!!
Believe it or not, there are only eight (8) Fridays until Christmas! That means it's time to go shopping and face the crowds. The older we get, the scarier big crowds become since people don't pay attention to where they're going and most of the time there are kids running around like wild animals. Not a good combination for someone who's balance 'isn't what it used to be'....
DON'T FEAR! You have plenty of time to improve your balance skills and get "FallProof™'ed for the holidays! Certified balance and mobility specialist and national public speaker, Kelly Ward, aka, The Fall Prevention Lady, is offering educational workshops and condensed balance training sessions designed to keep you on your feet and to fit anyone's busy schedule.
Avoid a fall this holiday season. First line of defense: learn what's causing your imbalance. Second, practice evidence-based balance training techniques designed to prevent falls and thirdly, learn life-saving tips that you will use long after the holiday rush.
How can you stay balanced? Simply join Sacramento's own "Fall Prevention Lady" for one of her dynamic "Fall Prevention 101™" workshops followed by her new "Balance Training 101™"exercises classes. Learn what causes falls and then learn how to improve your balance. Kelly teaches physical therapy training techniques that you can modify to fit your fitness level and unique challenges.
You must attend the educational workshop (Fall Prevention 101) to attend the ninety-minute Balance Training 101 exercise class. If you want to continue taking classes to improve your balance, Kelly is offering both two-week and four-week FallProof™ balance training sessions at Parkside Community Church.
Please visit Kelly's website, THE FALL PREVENTION LADY.COM under local schedule to find out where she will be offering these life-saving classes.
Classes start in November and early December! Invest in yourself this holiday and give yourself the gift of balance. You deserve it and remember, be good to yourself so you can be good to those you love.
Happy Holidays. Already!
The Fall Prevention Lady
DON'T FEAR! You have plenty of time to improve your balance skills and get "FallProof™'ed for the holidays! Certified balance and mobility specialist and national public speaker, Kelly Ward, aka, The Fall Prevention Lady, is offering educational workshops and condensed balance training sessions designed to keep you on your feet and to fit anyone's busy schedule.
Avoid a fall this holiday season. First line of defense: learn what's causing your imbalance. Second, practice evidence-based balance training techniques designed to prevent falls and thirdly, learn life-saving tips that you will use long after the holiday rush.
How can you stay balanced? Simply join Sacramento's own "Fall Prevention Lady" for one of her dynamic "Fall Prevention 101™" workshops followed by her new "Balance Training 101™"exercises classes. Learn what causes falls and then learn how to improve your balance. Kelly teaches physical therapy training techniques that you can modify to fit your fitness level and unique challenges.
You must attend the educational workshop (Fall Prevention 101) to attend the ninety-minute Balance Training 101 exercise class. If you want to continue taking classes to improve your balance, Kelly is offering both two-week and four-week FallProof™ balance training sessions at Parkside Community Church.
Please visit Kelly's website, THE FALL PREVENTION LADY.COM under local schedule to find out where she will be offering these life-saving classes.
Classes start in November and early December! Invest in yourself this holiday and give yourself the gift of balance. You deserve it and remember, be good to yourself so you can be good to those you love.
Happy Holidays. Already!
The Fall Prevention Lady
Friday, March 4, 2011
South Sacramento fall risk reduction class
Some of you may be aware that I recently graduated from Sac State with a Special Master of Science in Therapeutic Aging. Like most (post-bachelor) graduates, I am seeking full-time employment (aka, a career position) with a company, a career that offers full benefits and the room for growth. Excuse me but like most American citizens, I find the list of job opportunities that offer a competitive salary and full-time benefits to be discouraging to say the least.
As an independent contractor, I presented a proposal for a 4-week fall prevention exercise class to the committee members at Parkside Community church and the response was a UNANIMOUS YES! Located in South Sacramento, Parkside is very active church that offers classes to the entire community. Becky Anton, the parish nurse, is currently doing the "Walk to Jerusalem" health promotion program and the parishioners are doing great.
Lifestyle changes take time. I tell my clients that Rome wasn't built in a day so don't expect your body to change instantly. Afterall, those extra pounds didn't there overnight so don't expect them to disappear in one week. By sticking with a well-rounded balance and mobility program, your body will adapt to the demands. The key is to safely challenge yourself....consistently. I am just the person to show you how to do that!
Parkside Community Church
5700 South Land Park Drive
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 421-0492
Class Times:
April, 2011
Monday/Friday 10am-11am.
Pre-registration required.
Hope to see you in class.
The Fall Prevention Lady
As an independent contractor, I presented a proposal for a 4-week fall prevention exercise class to the committee members at Parkside Community church and the response was a UNANIMOUS YES! Located in South Sacramento, Parkside is very active church that offers classes to the entire community. Becky Anton, the parish nurse, is currently doing the "Walk to Jerusalem" health promotion program and the parishioners are doing great.
Lifestyle changes take time. I tell my clients that Rome wasn't built in a day so don't expect your body to change instantly. Afterall, those extra pounds didn't there overnight so don't expect them to disappear in one week. By sticking with a well-rounded balance and mobility program, your body will adapt to the demands. The key is to safely challenge yourself....consistently. I am just the person to show you how to do that!
Parkside Community Church
5700 South Land Park Drive
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 421-0492
Class Times:
April, 2011
Monday/Friday 10am-11am.
Pre-registration required.
Hope to see you in class.
The Fall Prevention Lady
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