A Comeback from a Heart Attack!

Posted by Matt Barber on November 8th, 2022.

Meet Dave. Dave began training with me in September of 2013. At the time, he was still in the process of rehabbing from a severe heart attack he had suffered the previous May. He was apprehensive about exercising by himself post rehab. He was also concerned about the increasing aches and pains he was experiencing as he approached his retirement years. 

As we embarked on his training program, Dave would fatigue quickly. His core strength and balance needed improvement. In his past, Dave had also suffered a broken collar bone which healed incorrectly. The resulting postural deficiencies were causing him significant pain in his neck and mid to upper spine region. 

Dave has progressed tremendously over the last four years. His endurance is much improved. Complex exercises such as pushups and lunges once required several minutes of recovery for Dave. Now he can perform these movements consecutively with minimal or no rest. His doctor has reduced his blood pressure and cholesterol medications by 75% since we began working together!   

Dave’s neck and spine are now pain free! Our dedication to corrective exercises and stretches specific to that area have increased his range of motion and improved his posture. His core strength and balance have progressed to the point he can handle some of the most dynamically challenging exercises.

I commend Dave for his commitment to our program. His consistent effort has enabled him to achieve great results. I also thank him for being such a pleasure to work with. He is prepared to enjoy a rewarding, pain free retirement for years to come!