Theatre lover Marie is a pure on stage however was by no means eager on taking on sports activities or train.
“I’ve by no means been a lot of a gymnasium particular person, I used to do the very least I may get away with. It was when my knee began to worsen that I knew I needed to do one thing about it.”
After being identified with Osteoarthritis, 76-year-old Marie joined David Weir Leisure centre by means of the GP referral scheme. She now attends GP referral courses twice every week.
“I’ve observed an enormous distinction since attending the courses. My knee hasn’t flared up in the identical approach and my stability is much better. I used to fall over as a lot as thrice every week, however now I really feel like every part is stronger together with my core.”
The courses are additionally a good way to socialize and Marie is now the ‘go-to’ information for brand new class members.
“The beauty of the category is the social facet. There’s an entire load of us and all of us have a chat earlier than the category begins. When new members be a part of, folks usually introduce them to me as I do know my approach round and I’m at all times comfortable to speak them by means of it.
“For anybody contemplating becoming a member of a category or the gymnasium, I’d say in case you can probably do it, do it! It positively improves your life.”
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