"I purchased walking poles for myself in November 2005, then for my daughters and grand-daughter in December 2005 and have since recommended several ladies to your Walking Clinics.

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, my stamina has increased and my overall well-being greatly improved. I have dropped 2 dress sizes and 25 pounds – it seems the inches are coming off more quickly than the pounds! Thanks so much for your encouragement."

Jan