Fit over 50: Success stories from Active Life Fitness in Garwood

Four members tell how they're happier, healthier and more confident thanks to training at Active Life Fitness in Garwood. Photo by Kiim MusikantJean, a Westfield 55-year-old, lost 37 pounds in 2019. She had never previously felt comfortable at a gym, but she is now among the success stories at Active Life Fitness in Garwood.

“I have made improvements not only in my mind and body but in my overall confidence,” she says, discussing the benefits of regular exercise.

“I now eat healthily and never miss my workouts because I feel great, and I don’t want to feel not great anymore.”

Another client, Jocelyn, also knows what it’s like to not feel great.

“I had become sedentary and really let myself go,” says the Cranford 54-year-old, a two-time cancer survivor. She says training at the Garwood gym has expanded her belief in what she is capable of achieving. “In six months time, I’ve transformed my physical appearance, and I can say that I feel better and more confident than any other time in my life.”

David, a Westfield 65-year-old, continues to set personal records with his lifts and his body composition.

“Consistently following a program designed specifically for me has made the difference in my results,” he says. “I feel strong, fit and healthy — and my golf game has improved!

“Plus, there’s something about not going it alone. The supportive community here makes it easier to come in and give 110 percent.” Michele, 67, has trained at Active Life Fitness since its inception in 2015.

“I had thought I was past the age of being able to achieve certain goals,” the Westfielder says. “I had to lose the mentality ‘This won’t work for me.’ ” She’s now leaner, stronger and healthier.

“For years, my focus was the number on my scale,” Michele says. “The coaches helped me see there’s a big picture of fitness. It’s more about feeling your best by getting stronger, moving better and eating well. “It’s never too late to start,” she adds. “Realize that small progress is still progress, and it all adds up to results.”

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