Pain from arthritis and a hearing loss were making it increasingly difficult for David to keep active and retain his mobility.
He wasn't aware of the exercise options open to him in his area and was reluctant to get involved in the community.
With support, David and his wife Ann joined the Richmond Way2Go Hub for
the Shape Up exercise circuit, they attended Sit & Be Fit classes
and also went to the pool each week.
"The people taking the sessions are great," David says. "They're
helpful, friendly and knowledgeable - they made us feel welcome and are
always very encouraging."
Now David says he is feeling great, he's more confident, his mobility has improved and he is no longer relying on pain killers.
I'm so much more involved in life now - I am moving freely with less
arthritis pain, we are both very happy with our success and will keep
going as long as we can.
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