Vital Steps

"You are never too fat to exercise. In fact, with proper guidance, exercise combined with a healthy nutrition and weight management program, you can reduce your overall body fat composition, increase your energy level and feel great.

If you remain inactive the likelihood is continued weight gain and increased risk for a variety of chronic diseases that could result in losing your independence and negative impact on your overall wellness for years to come." - Jo-Ann James, Founder of Vital Steps

"Exercise not being fun is relative to the individual. Some people find training hard to the point of soreness as fun while other consider that torture.

Knowing what your goals are for exercise, getting guidance choosing the right activities that will help you accomplish those goals and increasing your awareness to other types of movement or exercise programmes that are fun and enjoyable will likely result in you enjoying exercise and movement." - Jo-Ann James, Founder of Vital Steps

"Research has shown that you are never too old to exercise, and that exercise can improve the mind and body at any age. As we age exercise helps us maintain bone mass, strengthen muscles, improve our balance and coordination which decreases our risk of falls, boosts memory and eases the symptoms of many chronic disease conditions. You are never too old to benefit from exercise." - Jo-Ann James, Founder of Vital Steps

"Getting started on the road to fitness can be overwhelming at times. What activities should I do, how much time, what level of fitness am I, where should I go. First of all, if you have a health muscle or joint problem, check with your doctor first before starting any activity. Secondly, get an assessment to determine your fitness level. After your assessment the fitness specialist can advise you as to the type of activity or program that will help you reach your health and fitness goals." - Jo-Ann James, Founder of Vital Steps