In March 2015, I was diagnosed as having acute osteoporosis with high risk of fracture.  No one in my family had ever been diagnosed with osteoporosis.  Thus, I was under the illusion that in old age I would need to be on guard for heart attack or stroke; so I mistakenly concentrated on doing aerobic workouts.  I avoided doing weights, which I found boring.

If I had realized how important both forms of exercise are, I might have spared myself years of bone loss. When I started weight-training with Maggie, I was afraid to rely on my left knee and its ligaments to support my body while doing step or jumping jacks.  I thought I might fall.  Now my left leg feels strong and I feel a sense of empowerment when I work with weights. I’m proud of the amount of weight I can lift!

I would encourage a potential “newbie,” to first consult with his/her physician before beginning a personal training program.  Then I’d hand him/her one of Maggie’s business cards, whole-heartedly encouraging each to seek her expertise.