How Personalized Coaching and EMS Training Transformed A Member’s Health

When it comes to maximizing healthspan, which refers to the quality of your life, physical activity is a major player. Regular physical activity helps improve mobility, reduces feelings of pain, lowers the risk of chronic disease, and helps adults of all ages have the strength and function needed to live a full life. Plus, a personalized approach may help you stick with it and see (and feel) the results you’re looking for.

Laurie Ramey, an E20 Training client, recognized that starting a personalized exercise routine would be a key part of her physical recovery “after suffering a bad fall.” Laurie “was looking for a way to improve [her] strength and balance,” and she decided to give EMS training with a certified trainer a try. “E20 Training intrigued me, so I tried it out and really like it,” says Laurie, who has noticed incredible training results in just 35 sessions.

3 Noteworthy Adaptations to Resistance Training

Adults of all ages should aim for at least 2 resistance training workouts each week, focusing on all the major muscle groups in the upper body, core, back, and lower body. The workouts don’t have to be long or time consuming in order to be effective; science-backed exercise programming for strength can use a variety of equipment and compound, functional movements that mimic movement patterns from daily life. 

Let’s review 3 science-backed benefits of resistance training that Laurie has experience firsthand: 

1. Increased Muscular Strength, Power and Endurance: Regular resistance training is linked to meaningful improvements in muscle strength, power (strength meets speed), and endurance (1). With age, adults often see a decrease in muscle mass and function (a term called sarcopenia), which can negatively impact their daily lives, metabolic health, and overall mobility and independence; but, resistance training can minimize this age-related decline and help preserve or improve muscle health. Plus, building and maintaining muscle mass can help with weight management and body composition, improving overall health across several domains.

“I have noticed great improvements with my strength, endurance, and my balance,” explains Laurie. She credits her individualized EMS programming for targeting key muscle groups, helping her move more confidently in and out of the studio. 

2. Reduced Lower Back Pain: With lower back pain affecting up to 84% of adults at some point in their lifetime (2), keeping the core, back, and lower body strong and functioning well should be top of mind for most of us. Many people experience their first lower back pain episode between the ages of 30-50, and the risk of lower back pain seems to increase with age (3). Pain can stem from a variety of factors, including a recent or past injury, nerve pain, or even stress. Regardless of its source, lower back pain can be debilitating, often kicking off a cycle that makes it hard and painful to be physically active. 

“The most unexpected benefit (of E20 Training) has been the improvement of my lower back pain,” says Laurie. She adds, “I used to go to the chiropractor weekly for treatments/adjustments for lower back pain, and since doing the EMS workouts, I no longer need to go to the chiropractor regularly.” Research supports the addition of strength training to a lower back pain management plan (3). 

3. Improved Physical Function: Think of physical function (4) as the capacity to carry out tasks that are essential for daily life and independence. These include tasks like walking, lifting, climbing stairs, getting up off of the floor, and maintaining balance. The ability to ‘move the load we carry well’ is important for maintaining both higher quality of life and better metabolic health. Regular strength training can help improve physical function, helping adults of all ages live with less pain and more vigor - something we all deserve. 

Since starting E20 Training, Laurie has seen big improvements in her physical function. “I used to have difficulty getting up when I sat on the floor, but my legs are so much stronger now. I can get up no problem!” With E20’s emphasis on smart, time efficient strength training - balanced by recovery modalities - it’s no surprise that Laurie continues to see and feel its impact carry over from the studio to her everyday life. 

Ready to Experience the Benefits of E20 Training? 

Laurie’s journey is just one example of how personalized EMS training can lead to life-changing results. Whether you’re looking to build strength, feel like the best version of yourself, or find relief from chronic aches and pains, a customized strength training plan may be a good fit for you. Certified fitness professionals will help you reach your health goals faster and more effectively.

The first step toward a stronger, healthier you starts with a single session. If you’re on the fence about booking your first E20 Training workout, take it from someone who’s been there: “Go for it,” says Laurie. “You won’t be sorry!” 

Take the first step toward improving your health and book via our mobile app today!

References

1. https://acsm.org/resistance-exercise-health-infographic/ 

2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538173/ 

3. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/low-back-pain 

4. https://research.med.psu.edu/oncology-nutrition-exercise/patient-guides/physical-function