Physical Therapists Testimonials
What Physical Therapists Say About Our Approach
I joined Enhancing Life Gym upon the recommendation of my physical therapist. I have chronic pain due to arthritis and had become less and less active & discouraged after being a very physically active person in the past. I was pretty ignorant about strength training and was certainly intimidated. Also, I watched people at other gyms do things that looked really unsafe. So I was scared and wary. But Lucy & Dave have taught me/are teaching me to safely get stronger. It's such a careful approach, totally individualized. They're so knowledgeable and able to adapt an exercise so the person can engage from wherever they are. That's so important. And the gym hums with positive reinforcement! I've had a 2nd hip replacement since joining, and they helped me go into the surgery as strong as possible, then helped me with my rehab, and now, I'm stronger than when I had the surgery. My confidence and motivation have really grown too. For those of us facing physical challenges, Enhancing Life offers a unique gym experience and expert guidance.
Barbara Ramlow
As a sports and orthopedic physical therapist, and sports performance coach, it is challenging to find gyms to send my patients after discharge. As a PT, I seek to find excellent trainers/fitness instructors/movement professionals who understand how to train someone coming off of a recent operative or non-operative injury, including patients who has been living with chronic pain. Lucy and Enhancing Life Gym IS that place. Lucy and all of the staff at Enhancing Life understand both the nuances of biomechanics and the big picture principles of building strength, power and endurance to help ALL people perform the tasks they enjoy for LIFE. I first met Lucy at a course she was teaching in NYC a few years ago and, as a new graduate physical therapist, was blown away by her movement and coaching knowledge and expertise, communication skills, and I learned principles that I still use with both my PT patients and performance training clients today. I would highly recommend Enhancing Life to anyone who is a health care professional looking for a gym to send patients to after discharge, and to anyone who wants to make lasting lifestyle changes to live a healthier, happier, more fulfilling life.
Michelle Landis
As a Physical Therapist, it is necessary for me to have a trusted gym that I can refer to. I am very lucky to know Lucy and her team and have them as part of my professional circle because they set the standard with a safe and open environment for people to pursue healthy exercise. I fully trust their process and love knowing that they provide a safe place to exercise when recovering from an injury or dealing with chronic pain. I highly recommend Enhancing Life Gym to start or continue your fitness journey!
Shaun Astorga
As a Doctor of Physical Therapy myself, I trust Lucy and her team completely in working with people in persistent pain or who are fearful of working out. If you've been told by your doctor or physical therapist that exercise is harmful to you, instead of accepting this as fate I highly recommend you try out Enhancing Life Gym. They know how the body really works and can make regaining your fitness an easy and safe process, no matter what your physical condition may be.
Seth Oberst
As a Physical Therapist it is always daunting to discharge certain patients. Often times the medical system doesn't allow for more long term guidance that a patient would certainly benefit from. Enhancing Life offers a safe environment with a skilled coaching staff that can provide that exact service. Gyms like this are a huge asset to medical providers and the patients they care for, who are still looking to have a movement filled lifestyle despite persistent pain.
Michael Camporini
I feel so lucky to have Lucy and her team be part of my professional circle. As a Physical Therapist, I highly respect this team to take anyone to the next level with grace and understanding. I fully trust their process, they listen to their clients and is a safe place to be in when recovering from an injury or dealing with chronic pain. Without hesitation, I highly recommend this gym to start or continue your fitness journey as you will be surrounded by dedicated and professional coaches who will take excellent care of you! Enhancing Life offers a safe environment with a skilled coaching staff that can provide that exact service. Gyms like this are a huge asset to medical providers and the patients they care for, who are still looking to have a movement filled lifestyle despite persistent pain.
Monica M.
At the recommendation of my physical therapist I joined Enhancing Life. Lucy and Dave started with the basics and I can't believe how much stronger I am almost 3 years later. Their multifaceted approach to wellness compliments their training, as do their individual training styles. There are no 'cookie cutter' classes - everyone gets an individual approach with adaptations (easier or harder). They have handled training during the pandemic very professionally and their online classes have been a life saver. You will be in good hands at Enhancing Life - you will not regret the investment in your health! Enhancing Life offers a safe environment with a skilled coaching staff that can provide that exact service. Gyms like this are a huge asset to medical providers and the patients they care for, who are still looking to have a movement filled lifestyle despite persistent pain.
Ruth Thomson
Love Enhancing Life! Dave and Lucy were recommended by my physical therapist as a safe place to train after a back injury. It's now been two years, and I'm in the best shape of my life. The one-on-one attention really works for me, and thanks to their covid protocols, I always feel at ease going. Highly recommended.
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Enhancing Life is the best place to be if you want to gain strength, confidence in yourself, and understand what your body needs to move and feel better. As a Physical Therapist, I would highly recommend any of my patients start a journey of improved health and wellness with this gym. Lucy Hendricks is a master at coaching and helping people discover how to help themselves and do more than they ever thought possible. I personally use educational and exercise videos from Lucy Hendricks for my patients and their Home Exercise Programs. If you are looking for a gym to help you get fit and do the things you love without pain, this is the place for you.
Dhana Harrelson
I first came across Enhancing Life from a personal level as a way to take Lucy's mindful movement class. Since then I have taken their online exercise classes and have been able to refer patients to them. While I am located out of state, they have excellent virtual options. I am so happy to have this as a transition from physical therapy or even as a supplement. As a physical therapist I so strongly recommend their services that I literally sent my mom to them. They have worked with my mom for a over a year and have kept her healthy and strong while many orthopedic maladies came up. Their services were an excellent supplement to physical therapy for an ankle injury my mom had as they took a whole body approach while the physical therapist was able to focus just on the ankle.
Julia Glick
As a physical therapist, there are few gyms I would trust to be the bridge between rehab and wellness. Enhancing Life is that place! They are well known amongst fellow PTs across the COUNTRY as a leader in taking people from a place of injury or pain to a place of health, wellness, and regaining control of their life. If you’ve been looking for a gym to take you from PT to beyond, look no further!
Tyler Tanaka
As a Physical Therapist, my goal is to help my patients start or get back to a healthy lifestyle as they progress on from skilled PT services. I often refer my patients to contact Dave and Lucy at Enhancing Life, to safely and effectively train as a progression from PT to meet their life goals. All my patients who have made the transition have been blown away by the progress they make and the new found strength and mobility without fear of injury. Dave and Lucy focus on training to improve life and activities outside the gym. They meet clients where they are in ability. They also acknowledge and work with clients on anxieties and fears they may have of strength training and the gym atmosphere. I’m lucky to have them as a resource for my patients.