15 | durhamregion.com | This Week | Thursday, December 22, 2022 | Motivation is one of the keys to beginning an exercise program and sticking to it. LIVE WELL Exercise Clinic in Bowmanville is a place where motivation comes in many shapes and forms. Personal attention from staff, customized and supervised programs from Registered Kinesiologists and camaraderie and friendship. For LIVE WELL Member Trish, this experience has been life changing. What got Trish through the door initially was the desire to improve her overall health and well-being and to help manage her blood pressure and weight; but the positivity and encouragement has kept her coming back. "I keep coming back because of the coaching - they keep me accountable to myself and to my program and I just love coming here. Most importantly it gave me a sense of community that makes me feel energized and positive "says Trish. Michelle Dunbar LIVE WELL Owner, recognizes the need for the combination of healthcare and fitness and has seen how exercise has improved members lives: "My team of Registered Kinesiologists take into consideration your health history, medications, injuries, and other concerns when creating your exercise program. Our clinicians coach members along their fitness, nutrition, mental well-being health journeys," explains Michelle. LIVE WELL offers a unique sense of community, a place where everyone knows your name. There's a personal relationship between staff and members and between the members and themselves who often go out for lunch together. Classes have a member to staff ratio of five to one, ensuring individual attention, that includes monitoring goals, progress and any concerns. Trish was one of our very first members when we opened our doors in September 2020, and her programming is continually evolving to match her new fitness levels. "I like how there is a focus on completing my exercises properly with form correction and having the oversight from the staff to help me progress safely," recalls Trish who recently completed her 250th session as a member. According to Owner, Michelle the most common reason for coming to the clinic is weight loss. Conditions like blood pressure, diabetes and arthritis are also common motivators for joining. Even though a lot of people don't make the association, Michelle observes that regular exercise, especially in a supportive group setting, "really helps with their mood and confidence". "Its extremely rewarding to see people get better and see their progress", explains Michelle. In addition to nutrition coaching during sessions at the clinic, there are online education modules available to members that cover topics like nutrition and blood pressure. LIVE WELL is a Canadian company that was founded in White Rock BC in 2011 and has 15 locations across 4 Canadian provinces. While in person session flourish, virtual classes and on-demand lessons were developed during the pandemic and are available. The online sessions provide continuity for members who spend summers at the cottage or for snowbirds who may be away for the winter. Many members are women who are approaching retirement or have retired and have finally taking time to prioritize their own health. LIVE WELL is often their first experience with an exercise program. They typically sign up for two classes per week and benefit from motivational group sessions and individual attention from a personal trainer. "Its not intimidating", Trish recalls of her introduction to LIVE WELL. LIVE WELL emerged from cardiac rehab programs. Its founders created a fun, engaging and personal approach that equips members to take control of their health and make lasting changes. "Its one of the best things I have done for myself", Trish says. Visit us online at www.livewellclinic.ca or call us at 289-276-1415 to book your Free Personalized Exercise Program supervised by Registered Kinesiologists. We are located at 222 King St. E., in Suite 109, in Bowmanville Open Monday - Saturday LIVE WELL Exercise Clinic Changes lives THIS CONTENT WAS FUNDED AND APPROVED BY THE ADVERTISER. SPONSORED BY LIVE WELL