Testimonials from Shelli's aCHIvers

"Clicking away on a keyboard and sitting in an ergonomic chair eight hours a day might be productive, but it sure doesn’t engage your core. I had lost my balance, stamina and strength. While I still have a long way to go, the improvement has been dramatic. This class is a must for those who sit all day. My core and I thank you!"…
- Dan, 60-something

"The class description promoted a gain in strength, flexibility and stamina—just what this 60-year-old body needed. To the tunes of upbeat music, I’m challenged to flex my ankles, twist my waist and open my hips all without holding my breath. The result is improved posture and balance, increased awareness of my body and the ability to not die after twenty Norwegian crunches. Using belts, brooms, balls and weights, I have been given the gift of an exercise regime that will enable my body to be healthy for many years"…
- Rita, 50-something

"Shelli is an amazing coach and mentor – enthusiastic, positive, and firm when necessary! I’ve learned to walk a whole new way (Chi walking), which has not only enhanced my love of walking, but also improved my technique and fitness. And I’ve learned to nourish my body (through proper nutrition) and spirit (through yoga and meditation) with her help. “Joy in Movement” is certainly a fitting description of the outlook on fitness and health that I have embraced as a result of her guidance. Thank you Shelli!"
- Nancy, 60-something

"I tell all my friends about doing yoga because they are always asking what I am doing for physical therapy after the surgeries. When they find out it is yoga they think I am nuts. But I feel so good after our sessions. Strong in mind, body and knowledge that I am moving forward with taking care of a body I am going to need for many more years. My core strength has increased measurably, I can touch my toes when before I felt good to be able to touch my knees. May marks a year since my last hip replacement surgery. After 3 years of requiring help to put on my pants, tie my shoes or get out of a chair, I can touch my toes. I couldn't do that after six months of physical therapy but after six months of yoga, walking and some core strength exercises, I can touch my toes, I can tie my own shoes, put my legs into pants without help and even get up off the floor without being helped. Yes, I am the loudest sweatiest and most groaning guy in the group but I am there and using our time to move forward both mentally and physically. I wholeheartedly endorse the use of yoga to help maintain a healthy life. I am also thankful to have an instructor who has kept the experience light, educational and personally challenging."...
- Steven, 40-something

"I have attend Shelli's Yoga class for more than 2 years. It has significantly improved the quality of my health. When I first attended her class, I had constant tension headaches. After a couple of classes, the headaches were gone because my neck muscles were greatly relaxed. I began noticing that the pain in my fingers and my knees were reduced as well. I could tell the difference after attending about one month of the class -- I had more energy to tackle my work, I did not get anxious easily as before, my metabolism was higher. After about a year later, my cholesterol had gone down from over 200 to 170s. My doctor thought I was taking prescription medicines because of it. This year my good cholesterol has gone up to 79 which made my doctor very impressed. Now I have stronger muscles to support my body -- less pain on my knees, my mobility and flexibility are in greater shape. In conclusion, Shelli's yoga class helped me maintain both my physical and mental health without taking any medication - Yes!"...
- Po, 40-something

"Yoga has changed my life in such a positive way. I feel so much more energized and my body has much more mobility and flexibility. I was so excited when I was able to do the shoulder opener for the very first time. Yoga has also helped me recover from my recent back injury. Shelli has taught me so much more than yoga. She has taught me to think about how to move, eat, walk, exercise and appreciate the time that I take from my busy schedule to enjoy my yoga classes."...
- Peggy, 30-something

"I have been practicing Z-Health for approx. 7 months and am already quite impressed with the results I am having. I usually do the R-Phase at least 3 or 4 times per week and am just starting the I-Phase as well. I have done various forms of Yoga, several years of Pilates matt and reformer, spin classes, swimming and weight lifting. I have trained and participated in several triathlons, run many races and rode many miles in the past and can certainly appreciate the fact that I was training with less than optimal joint function. My performances were satisfactory, but I know without a doubt, I could have transitioned better and enjoyed the training more, had I known then what I do now.

Probably the most important & noticeable change for me, since starting Z-Health, has been the absence of needing to see my chiropractor so much. I was usually going AT LEAST every 2 to 3 weeks. If I could wait a month, I was doing great! Since I started Z-Health, I have gone only twice! My job requires me to stand a lot and do a lot of heavy lifting of animals. I have been at the same job since 1984. If it wasn't for learning about Z-Health, I can honestly say, I would have been looking for another career, as I wasn't sure I would be able to keep doing the same thing for much longer.

As I approach my 57th birthday, I am pleased to say I feel more energetic, more confident when I move about, find it easier to get up from prolonged sitting, have eliminated my chronic back discomfort and am confident it will only get better as I keep practicing. With spring on it's way I'm anxious to get on my bike and feel the difference! 

I would also add that meeting YOU and having the good fortune to learn what you were able to share with us last June/July at Santa Sabina, has been invaluable to me. I can never thank you enough!!!"
Amy, 50-something