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Living Proof: Walking with Poles Success Stories |
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"When I walk with the poles it reduced the impact on my body and has made all the difference in the world. Also, I am dropping weight with a structured eating program and the walking. Since December 1, 2006 I have dropped 34 pounds." - Carla, Age 64
“I have just bought a set of your walking poles and I walked for the first time without pain to my knees or feet. I have plantar fasciitis in both feet and arthritis in my knees. I can't believe that I was able to climb our very hilly street without stopping once.” - Helen, Age 67
“Having sustained severe leg and foot injuries in a car accident nine years ago, I was unable to walk far or fast, and had given up walking as exercise - something I had previously loved to do. Eighteen months ago, I saw the Keenfit Walking Poles and was inspired to buy a pair.” - Lesley, Age 58
“Ankle problems kept me from jogging over the past 10 years. The greatest joy is striding out with my walking poles (by the way, my ankle problems have also subsided). Pole walking is great all year-round and it's my quiet time when I can think…” - Veronica, Age 66
“A 27 year old male had injured himself during a sports activity & developed planter fasciitis - he doesn’t know what he would have done without the walking poles – they not only kept him active & in shape but swears they played a part in his recovery!”
“Since using the walking poles my walk is better and I walk up straighter. My balance has improved. I honestly believe the walking poles are helping me.” - Isabel
"Balance is my biggest challenge. But no more. As long as I have my walking poles, I am able to 'catch myself' before I'm in danger of falling. I understand that as I build my core strength, my balance will improve. So, every day, I walk with my walking poles.” - Kathy, Age 68
“The walking poles have enabled me to get out and walk as they provide balance and support unlike the simple use of a cane.” - Theresa
“I was the woman who had a sobering medical checkup in which I discovered that I had metabolic syndrome – a combination of high blood pressure, high blood sugars (pre-diabetic) and clinical obesity (250lbs). Since taking up pole walking, my blood pressure and blood sugars have improved dramatically.” - Jan
"This morning I went for my monthly doctor appointment and discovered that my high blood pressure is coming down. The doctor has cut my daily medication in half! I attribute this decrease in large part to my participation in the pole walking sessions…Thank you for helping me to feel so much healthier and younger too.” - Judy
"My friend, that has breast cancer and I ordered the walking poles. I got her on the website, and she thinks they are awesome. We like to at least go out 3 times a week." - Esther
"Balance is my biggest challenge. But no more. As long as I have my walking poles, I am able to 'catch myself' before I'm in danger of falling. I understand that as I build my core strength, my balance will improve. So, every day, I walk with my walking poles.” - Kathy, Age 68
“I have undergone three surgeries for breast cancer and six months chemotherapy. I am now working on getting my energy back. My life has changed thanks to Marj and those two little blue walking poles!” - Linda, Age 56
“When I lost my right eye due to cancer a number of years ago, with no depth perception, I found walking for exercise difficult. Now thanks to pole walking, I am now able to hold my head high, exercise AND enjoy the beauty around me!” - Patti, Age 68
"With..”Poling for at least ½ an hour in the morning, my blood sugar readings for 3 days have been, 4.1; 3.5 and 5.7. These readings were taken at approx. the same time each day. This should encourage your friend to try Poling, before this week at this time of day they were high 6’s and a little over 7!” - Hazel
"Since taking up pole walking, my blood pressure and blood sugars have improved dramatically, my stamina has increased and my overall well-being greatly improved.” - Jan
“I recently found out that I am a Type 2 diabetic. I had put on a lot of weight and had not exercised properly for many years.” - Rhonda, Age 55
"I have Fibromyalgia – and retired on medical grounds at age 53. Now I have less pain from that also.” - Bunny, Age 75
"I have suffered from Fibromyalgia for over 15 years. I've gone from being physically fit to physically stagnant and unable to exercise due to pain in my shoulders, hips, and feet… Two months later, I pole walk every other day and go for miles without any pain. In fact, I have very little pain at all!”
"I have always enjoyed walking. However, I found it a little frustrating because I have trouble with my head, neck and shoulders due to Fibromyalgia, and walking alone doesn't help this. I picked up a used pair (of walking poles). … and I have LOVED using them!”
“With my fibromyalgia acting up, they are the support that my body needs to attack a good walk or hike.” - Paula
"I personally will not walk unless I have the walking poles. I highly recommend the Keenfit Walking Poles as a definite complement to a healthier life style.” - Larry
“I have had knee and hip surgery and I have back pain also! I can't believe when I use my Keenfit Poles that I don't feel any pain in my back, hip, or knee. I want to get back to walking at least 5 days a week!” - Jill, Age 52
"In 2000 I had both my hips replaced. I am now using the Keenfit walking poles and find a big improvement. With the walking poles I walk much straighter and since that makes my abs work, surprise---my back doesn't hurt!!” - Myrna
“They surely reduce the impact on the knees, hip, and back and am less winded. My walking poles are one of my treasured possessions.” - Ruth, Age 79
“I had a friend over who has MS but is also recovering from hip surgery a couple of years ago and still walks with a marked limp. We had a ‘go’ around the block with an extra pair of walking poles I had and she is walking completely differently and with no pain - just like that!” - Sue
I love my walking poles. They really have helped with the joint pain that accompanies me on my daily walking foray. Thanks.” - Jackie
“I am 55 years old and also overweight. I have also had both knees replaced. I know that using the walking poles will also make walking distances more comfortable with the new knees.” - Bonnie, Age 55
“Before using the walking poles, my knees, hips and lower back caused me a great deal of discomfort after my daily walk. Using the walking poles, the discomfort has been greatly reduced.” - Cynthia
“The day before I retired I blew my knee out (climbing stairs of all things) and had to take total rest… and now three months later I am back up to three to six miles a day and I give all the credit to my Chiropractor and my Keenfit sticks and I will continue to walk my path.” - Jim
“I was having a lot of varicose vein pain when I met you. I must say: these walking poles are amazing! I no longer have leg pain, and the speed at which I walk has steadily increased. My husband has trouble keeping up with me now!” - Charlotte
“Thanks to the walking poles there is no lower body pain! I know if I keep with it I will lose the weight!” - Jill
“Walking with the Poles has eliminated any hip or leg pain while walking. I am invigorated, oxygenated and excited about this activity. Plus my waist is smaller and my arms are tighter.”
“Everyone was with poles and I even managed to go hiking up to the 8000' level using my walking poles. And this was steep terrain! I felt as though I had accomplished a lot even with my newly diagnosis of MS." - Fran, Age 60
“The obvious benefit is the ease of adjusting the walking pole for ergonomic benefit and then balance the stress on the body by using two poles instead of one cane. My friend who is having to use the walking poles on a full time basis is thrilled.” - Lorrie
“I had a friend over who has MS but is also recovering from hip surgery a couple of years ago and still walks with a marked limp. We had a ‘go’ around the block with an extra pair of walking poles I had and she is walking completely differently and with no pain - just like that!” - Sue
“When I was diagnosed in 1989 with Muscular Dystrophy my physician pronounced a scary future for my life with a wheel chair in it. In the last 6 years walking has become increasingly difficult and I felt I would have to stop when someone introduced me to pole walking two years ago.”
“She loved her poles so much, her and her mother are going to be pole walking together.”
“Being morbidly obese with balance issues as well as low self esteem, I was intrigued by the movement of pole walking. I lost 7.8 lbs my first week! I love these walking poles, I don't feel afraid to move or of falling and it has done wonders for my depression!” - Renee
“I have added pole walking to my osteoporosis exercise program to help build muscle tone and bone density. I would encourage everyone to use the walking poles correctly and add this great strength builder to your routine.” - Chris
“I started pole-walking 18 months ago. I am especially pleased as I am no longer on prednisone that I have had to take for the past 8+ years for polymyalgia. I recommend it for anyone who can walk. Try it and see!!!” - Maureen, Age 67
"As long as the Parkinson’s is not too advanced, we have seen the walking poles successfully help improve balance along with comments of feeling more clear minded….”
“I have no doubt the trekking sticks greatly assisted in my recovery from my sternum fracture, and was instrumental in my acing a cardio stress test 7 months post injury.” - Morley, Age 56
“I absolutely love your walking poles!!! What it does for your posture is fantastic!! These walking poles will definitely be a part of my recovery program, so there’s no surgery in my future if I can help it.” - Nancy
“I have spastic Cerebral Palsy and the Walking Poles were given to me as a gift. In my first days of use I have found the walking poles take pressure off my hands (as compared to Canadian Style Crutches) and give me stability. Thank you for your service and the introduction to this product.” - Kerry
“The KeenFit Walking Poles have given me more freedom. They have been tools that have improved my gait and have allowed me to do what I have never done before. I thank you for this excellent product and want to recognize Rosie for her awareness, knowledge and first-rate service.” - Kerry
“Since using your walking poles my tennis elbow no longer bothers me. I also have dropped 2 sizes, which of course is just awesome. My walking poles are the best!! They are the best money I have ever spent on myself I’m definitely a true Keener!! Thanks so much.” - Bev
“I heard mentioned, from my personal trainer, that “Pole Walking” was an option I should consider to maintain my fitness. For the past 2 years, I have suffered with rotator cuff pain…” - Nancy, Age 61
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