Injury Rehabilitation

" Before Viv became my trainer over 10 years ago, I used to go to the gym and injure myself by doing activities that were not appropriare for me due to an arthritic condition. I was also unmotivated to workout regularly because I found it to be boring and repetitive and didn't get the results I was hoping for.

Since I started training with Viv, I have not experienced workout-related injuries and have gained significant core strength, which is the key to having good balance and preventing falls.  My bone density has increased due to the resistance training and weight bearing exercises she guides me through.

She customized a fitness plan for me, taking my special needs into account, and has kept me on track and motivated with her enthusiasm, cheerful mannder and professionalism. I look forward to my twice-weekly sessions with her." 

Marita M

" Thankfully, I started training with Viviane at a point when I was struggling with recovery from a series of different injuries. Having miraculosly fended off the portal into menopause, life dished out a triad of injuries which had left me extremely cautious and a wee bit anxious starting with a personal trainer.

Viv has been a godsend. She was skillful, inquisitive and helpful with the first few sessions to ensure I wasn't scared away as I was a "tough sell" after having a previous unsavory experience with a trainer. 

Six months in, I have found Viv to be the perfect balance of kick-butt, encouraging, fun and uber helpful during our sessions.

My recovery has accelerated significantly since working with Viviane. She is a gem."

Leslie D

" I've been working with Viviane for the last few months to increase my upper body strength and improve my balance. She is cheerful, informative and knowledgeable about my conditions. 

I have improved under her guidance. I was initially unsure about the virtual exercise sessions. After several virtual classes with Viviane I found them to be positive, well organized and motivating. 

I would not hesitate to recommend Viv to an aging woman with similar conditions."

Annette A

" I started to train with Viviane because my fitness level was dismal. The arthritis in my left leg had started to give me mobility issues and I had little upper body strength. Soon after I started, my grandson was born and I really became motivated to get into granny training!

Now, with the increased strength in my legs, arthritis has become an inconvenience not a problem. I babysit my two-year old grandson every Monday and I can keep up with him as he darts from the sea otters to the sea lions at the aquarium.

I have no problem getting his stroller on and off buses. Now Viv is working on my balance so I can start skating again next winter with my grandson. 

Training with Viviane has made an amazing difference in how I can interact with my grandson." 

Mary G