Last year, we shared Adrienne's story about finding strength, balance and confidence through Juniper classes. Since then, she has continued her wellness journey, discovering that the greatest benefits often come not from a single class, but from showing up week after week, year after year.
Adrienne Wiggins of South Minneapolis is living proof that movement can be both healing and empowering.
“Between the class and walking two days a week, I’ve been able to keep my diabetes under control and keep my A1C under seven. I feel strong, and I have the energy to care for my grandchildren and drive them to their activities. I’m pretty sure I also inspired their parents to exercise!”
“I need to do it to stay strong. And doing that makes me feel better about myself.”
“When you’re young, you don’t have to think about these things because your brain and body are strong. Now, I realize I need to focus on what I’m doing and be very intentional with my walking.”
“It takes a village to raise children, but it takes a state to take care of older adults, and I’m in the right state.”
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Kathleen Sorbie experienced a traumatic brain injury from a fall three years ago that impacted her balance, large motor movements, depth perception, speech and vocabulary. But over the past two years, she’s made a 98% comeback with a focus on recovery, and dedication to 13 Juniper classes.