Fall19ThoreauClubMagazine

I joined Thoreau a few years ago on the recommendation of a good friend. I took a few classes, but decided if I wanted to really focus on getting in shape I should join a semi-private training group. Easily distracted and often happy to avoid working out, I figured if I had set appointments that I had to pay for, it would be an incentive to stick to it. I had done various forms of exercise over the years but found that I was not able to keep up a full body regimen. I started working out with Debbie, a Thoreau trainer, five years ago. I found that with her encouragement I was motivated to work hard. Even though I shared a work out, Debbie focused on my issues and soon me and my workout partner were both seeing results. When I started my floral business, Bloom Floral Studio, a year ago, I noticed that there were times when I had to lift very heavy containers. Urns filled with water for large flower arrangements, heavy bags filled with soil. I was concerned about injury. I mentioned this to Debbie and she added strength exercises that would help with these tasks. How Small Group Training changed my business. SPOTLIGHT: THOREAU SUCCESS Contact Fitness &Wellness Director Glenn Swain, [email protected] for more information on personal training Today my business is growing and I find that I can easily do whatever is needed in the course of my work. I enjoy the fact that at my age I am toned and feel fitter than I have ever been. All this and I am having fun as well! Marta Taylor, Thoreau Club Member Bloom Floral Studio Owner Concord, Massachusetts www.bloomconcord.com Bloom F L O W E R S T U D I O Marta Taylor ” “ 12 THOREAU INSPIRED | FALL 2019