I’m writing to express my appreciation for the Savvy Fitness classes that have been offered to us at Placer Union High School District. I’ve been a regular in the Circuit Training and Yoga classes at the District Office, and I feel they have added immeasurably to my feeling of well-being, especially in a work week that consists mainly of sitting at a desk.

I truly can’t say enough about the teachers I have had experience with through Savvy Fitness. Both Angie Weaver and Karen Barbarick are knowledgeable and encouraging. They also make it fun to exercise in the middle or at the end of a work day! Having a fitness program available at work makes it so much more convenient – and therefore, more likely - for full-time employees to get in the exercise that we so badly need, thereby helping us to become healthier individuals.

The program promotes an environment of health and wellness at our workplace. Several of us in the District Office are walking two miles at lunch on a regular basis, which was a direct result of the walking group that Angie Weaver started last year.

I feel I’m getting tremendous value from these classes and hope that they will be continued.

Sincerely,

Beverly Pando
Administrative Assistant
Placer Union High School District
530-886-4406

Since I’ve started to participate in your class, I’ve noticed how I do not pull out my back anymore.  Even when I had to dig snow for hours to get my car out of my driveway, I did not have one body part that hurt – that would not have been the case previously.  I also find that the tension I build up in my neck and back goes away after every one of your classes.  Often, I now do the stretches you’ve taught us when I am home which demonstrates that you’ve changed my lifestyle on a daily basis not just when I am in your class.

I look forward to your classes every week.  It’s such a shame when I have to miss because of other work commitments.  I would love to have you here every day.

Thank you so much.

Margaret Vodicka

March 7, 2008

To Whom It May Concern:

I consider myself a beneficiary of the fitness program provided by SIG through Savvy Fitness. I participate in two yoga classes after work each week and a circuit training on Wednesday during my lunch break. There are a number of ways that the classes have enhanced my mental and physical health.

In February 2006, I took on a new role at the Placer Union High School District. In the new job I found myself working extended hours, having difficulty sleeping at night, and experiencing other symptoms related to the stress I was feeling. I have always maintained a steady walking routine, but even the walking was not curbing the anxiety I was feeling about work. Last year, Savvy Fitness provided us with a yoga instructor who was willing to accommodate our schedules by coming to the District Office at 5PM. Now, over a year later, I have noticed that I am managing stress more effectively and feeling much better, calmer and happier. In addition, I have experienced an increase in my strength and flexibility. Karen Barbarick has been a wonderful, patient, committed teacher for our dedicated group. We feel incredibly fortunate to have met her and to benefit by her knowledge of Hatha Yoga. Her twice weekly classes have also created a connection and community among her students, which help to build and strengthen relationships at work.

This fall some of us in the office asked Angie Weaver if she would provide us with some core strengthening exercises. Angie took on the challenge with her characteristic kindness and enthusiasm. Again, we became the beneficiaries of an excellent teacher who brought a strong knowledge of physical fitness and strength training to our noon-time exercise group.

Anne Evans
Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent
Placer Union High School District
P.O. Box 5048
Auburn CA 95604
530-886-4405

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