Helping older adults and cancer survivors regain their strength and mobility from home!
If you’ve been playing it safe (or not playing at all!) with your exercise routine because you don’t know where to start – we're here to help.
As a specialist in both senior fitness and cancer exercise, I will assess your current fitness level and physical areas of opportunity. Then we’ll come up with a training plan to help you reach your movement goals AND a clear strategy to help you stick with that plan!
Nancy, Age 73, Retired HR Business Partner
I had never worked one on one with a trainer before and I did not know what to expect regarding interpersonal skills and patience with any limitations I might have. I felt a connection with Annelise right away and quickly realized that she had a lot of knowledge and knew how to apply it to my situation. Very easy to talk to and an excellent listener.
When I first started, my goals were to become stronger and to work on balance and flexibility. I now feel much stronger and more fit and my balance has improved considerably. Stretching in focused areas has gotten really good results.
I had a major surgery and recovery in 2020/2021 and she was very patient with my initial restrictions. Over time I have built my strength and endurance back up. More specifically, we have worked on stretching in the area of restriction and it has improved significantly. I am very happy to experience relief in that area and continue to improve.
Jim, Age 66, Retired Electrical Engineer
When I first started, I was hoping that Annelise would not be a cookie cutter trainer (same routines for everyone) and would listen to me and address my specific needs.
She has kept me motivated to exercise during my cancer treatments which can cause fatigue and lack of motivation. I appreciate that she maintains an ongoing dialogue to identify my weaknesses and goals and she addresses my unique situation of trying to maintain muscle strength while having no testosterone due to cancer treatment. She listens to me and adapts my program to my specific, and sometimes changing, needs.
She provides a personal service and that is where the value is for me.
Jane, age 78, Retired Educator
My top health and fitness goals this year were to be able to walk on the Esplanade and get stronger and my biggest challenges were balance and gaining weight. You provided helpful suggestions such as incorporating balance exercises from the Physical therapist into the routines (although I don't particularly care for them!!) I appreciate how you begin each session by asking me how I feel or how am I doing - you listen and will modify the session based on my response.
I have gained over ten pounds in one year which is what I have been trying to do for many years. I am pleased now that I can walk on the Esplanade from Avenue A to Knob Hill to Avenue F and back at about a 27 minute per mile pace. I use the cane to cross streets but carry the cane for most of the walk.
I am very pleased with your style - very positive - and sincerely caring about the challenges I have faced. Thanks for making a difference in the quality of my life.
Hi, I’m Annelise
I'm the founder and a personal trainer here at Lifelong Strength! With our compassionate and professional approach, you'll feel safe, taken care of and empowered to build up your strength and capabilities. I became a certified personal trainer in 2015 and have since completed many extra certifications to specialize further in medical and cancer exercise, senior fitness, online training and more. Click the button below to find out more about the team!
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