- Jill
Dailey McIntosh
“Last year I came down with a pretty intense
case of Mono, and haven't been able to keep a job or go about life like I
usually do for almost a year now. By last December, after attempting to return
to work, my exhaustion took a drastic toll and I was totally physically and
emotionally broken. I had to resign from a new job, and as of January I
couldn't leave my house without crying and spent most of the day in bed. A
friend who recently became a doctor suggested that the most important aspect of
my life I could change to improve my emotional stability was incorporating an
exercise routine. This was exciting, since I'm a lifelong athlete, but daunting
because I had been so physically run down for so long that I was worried
intense exercise would exacerbate my health issues. But I'm so excited to say,
that developing a regular routine at your studio has had the most incredible
impact on my life, in all senses. I've been doing classes 3-4 times a week for
8 weeks now, and the change I can see in my body, my attitude, and my emotional
stability is amazing. I've slimmed down in key areas, and like what I see in
the mirror much more than I used to. But more importantly, I have more energy,
am more upbeat, and have a much more positive outlook on life, and I mainly
attribute that to your program. In fact, when people ask me what's going on in
my life, I answer by saying "I've started doing the Dailey Method and I'm
totally obsessed with it".
- Lizzy
W.
"Five
years ago I suffered a major back injury while moving furniture. I
herniated two discs in my low back leaving me in agonizing pain and unable to
walk. As a mother of two small children and the owner of a staging and
design company, this was a devastating injury. After six weeks flat on my back,
I scheduled surgery as a final option. My husband was terrified of
surgery and brought me to an acupuncturist who was able to help me get walking
again over the next few weeks. Shortly after a dear friend suggested I
try Dailey Method classes to strengthen my core. I immediately felt a
connection to this form of exercise! Slowly my back healed as my entire body
strengthened and my spine lengthened. I loved the class and the sense of well
being it gave me so much that I became an instructor and now own my own studio!
Today I can honestly say I can't remember the last time my back hurt! I have
completely rehabilitated my back injury through this class and found a passion
in a work I love sharing with others. Its sounds cliche but Dailey Method
really has changed my life!”
- Angie
D.
“I
took my first class at The Dailey Method in March 2010. I was immediately hooked and took almost 30
classes that first month. I quickly saw
changes in my body, felt stronger, and as I strengthened my core, the chronic
lower back pain I suffered from for years began to dissipate. The instructors are always helpful and
friendly and the positive energy could always be felt during class. I quickly adopted Dailey Method as my
favorite workout and combined with outside cardio and weight training became
stronger than I’d ever been. Unfortunately,
I was diagnosed with breast cancer in early December of 2010 and have endured a
multitude of surgeries and struggle since.
I spent many months in pain and unable to exercise. I can’t begin to explain how much I missed
the Dailey Method. It’s a humbling
experience to suddenly not be able to use your body the way you are accustomed
to using it. After my last surgery I
returned to Dailey Method this past summer and could not have been
happier. Or more sore! Those classes sure got harder during the time
I was away! I’m not as strong as I used
to be, and push-ups are a thing of the past for now, but I look forward to
getting stronger every day and I am thankful to be able to use my body
again. I get frustrated at times because
I can’t do some of the exercises I used to be able to, but I know that I am
lucky to be alive and working toward improvement each day. I am very blessed to have so many wonderful
family and friends and include everyone at Dailey Method in that list. The kindness and concern you have shown me
during this difficult part of my life is so greatly appreciated! I am cancer free at this point in my
life. Simply put, Dailey Method boosts
my mood and strengthens my mind and body. My advice to all of you is to
continue nurturing yourselves and each other.
You never know what life will throw at you so make the best use of your
time by strengthening your body, your mind, and your relationships as long as
you have the ability to do so. Thank
you, Dailey Method for continuing to provide challenging classes and motivating
me to look and feel my best."
- Kim
J.
"I
began taking classes in September of 2010. I purchased the 1 month unlimited
package in an effort to look great for my upcoming 20th high school
reunion. My original plan was to just take classes for the month but then I was
totally hooked! I really began to see a difference in my body when I stopped
running around trying to take weight training and cardio classes. I saw the
biggest change when I began to TRUST the Dailey Method and started coming to
class 3-5 times a week. My pant size a year ago was a 10/12. I now wear a size
6. It should be noted that the staff at
the Dailey Method was an important part of this journey for me. There was
always a smiling face at the front desk, telling me to have a great class.
There were always kind words from the instructors and owners. There is such a
sense of community at the Dailey Method. When I take a class I can put all the
other “stuff” I have to do that day on the back burner. For one hour, I can focus
on my myself, my alignment, my breath, my core and my practice, leading to
longer, leaner muscles. Thank
you, Dailey Method LaGrange!"
- Jeannine
Staunton
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