Featured Client: John Curnyn

“We must do it together. We are each other’s motivation.”

Goals:

• Follow a program that includes strength and cardiovascular training and supports overall health and wellness
• Be able to enjoy retirement
• Participate in a prehab program to prevent injury 
• Improve active mobility

Age Group: 50-54

Challenges: Improving active mobility and learning to control hypermobile joints, especially the spine

Training Plan: John uses in-person and independent training. He focuses on improving his cardio function, stability, and mobility.

John sought out Monarch Fitness Coaching because of his desire to do all the things he and his wife, Kathy, planned for an active retirement. When Kathy started having health problems, they became serious about improving their ability to lead an active life. 

John’s personal training team initially focused on improving his mobility and cardiovascular function. As John improved, he was able to add working on strength. The training directly impacts John’s ability to move with ease throughout his busy life and prepare for an injury-free, active retirement.

Q and A with John

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What brought you to train with Monarch Fitness Coaching? What changes have you noticed since starting training?

I started training with Monarch Fitness Coaching so I could do all the activities, like traveling or hiking, that Kathy, my wife, and I planned for retirement. Since beginning our fitness journey, I’ve noticed a newfound ease in my daily life. For example, I don’t get sore after running around all day at work.

Why did you and your wife, Kathy, choose to train together at Monarch Fitness Coaching?

Kathy and I knew that we needed a lifestyle switch and the change wouldn’t be possible by ourselves, so we joined Monarch Fitness Coaching. Training together keeps us accountable to our shared goals. Since Monarch Fitness Coaching is completely customizable, Kathy and I are able to receive personalized training programs while having the same schedule.

You have worked with other trainers and followed other programs. What makes Monarch Fitness Coaching different?

The emphasis on form is key for me. I also love how individualized my plan is. Heather takes the time to listen to me and learn about my goals and concerns, and then constructs a plan specifically designed to help me achieve them. My plan is modified as my goals change. This was especially important as I worked my way through some nagging injuries.

Since beginning training with Monarch Fitness Coaching, what areas have you seen the most improvement in?

I have noticed a big improvement in my stability, my overall awareness of my body in space, and how to make my muscles work better for me.