"My doctor recommended exercise to help with the stiffness and joint pain I was feeling from having rheumatoid arthritis.  I was reluctant to join a gym since I had joined gyms before and couldn’t stay motivated enough to get results.  Joining FitnessWorks changed that! The owner and her staff are very encouraging and pay a lot of attention to individual members needs. I stayed motivated and challenged doing the 30-minute circuit as well as Pilates and Step Aerobics classes offered. Three months later, no joint pain and 15 pounds lighter! That’s really motivating!"
- Janine, 52, employment counsellor

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"Four months ago I was pre diabetic and taking medication for high blood pressure. Today my blood work is fine and I no longer take any medication. I thank FitnessWorks for Women for teaching me how to maximize my workouts and teaching me how to diet properly. When they did my body composition -measuring the fat and lean mass percentages- I was amazed and shocked. My diet profile showed me how to take off 10 lbs. Well I've done it twice, and taken off 20lbs! I work hard at the gym, but the staff concern and encouragement, and all the wonderful people who are members, make each visit more of a pleasure than a chore. I still have a long way to go, but it's worth it to be healthy. Fitness does work for this woman!!"
- Pat, 64, retired nurse

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"FITNESS WORKS for me! I joined FitnessWorks for Women this year.  I have actually found a programme that I can follow through with.  The support from the staff and other members has enabled me to fulfill my goals.  2 years ago, I had a baseline bone density exam and was told by my doctor I had osteoporosis.  I went for a follow-up exam 3 weeks ago and was told there was an improvement in my scan!  I do weight bearing exercises at least three times a week at FWFW and this, along with a change in my diet, has helped to increase my bone density.  I feel such a sense of accomplishment. After joining FWFW, I have lost 10 lbs., gone down one clothing size and have met some wonderful new friends at the same time."
- Julie, 53, medical secretary

"I'm over 90 (96, but don’t tell anyone) and have been exercising my whole life. It keeps me healthy and young.  FitnessWorks For Women is a delightful place to come to. I look forward to it. The atmosphere is cheerful and enthusiastic. It's a happy place to go and makes a person feel good!"
- Virginia 

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"When I first wandered in to FitnessWorks, my cholesterol levels were high.
This is a family trait I guess I inherited from my Dad. I thought, "Well, it can't hurt.  After several months of working out, and changing really nothing much else, I got my annual test result personally when my doctor called my house. She said, whatever you are doing, keep it up. Your levels are almost back to normal .No need for drugs. Today I had my 300th visit to FitnessWorks. I have lost 21 pounds by adding a change of diet to my exercise regime. I have never felt better. Most importantly of all, I love the people I have met through FitnessWorks. Both the employees and the members are supportive, interesting and a vital link to my feeling of belonging to a community. It has been a great investment."
- Linda, 61, retired teacher