TESTIMONIALS

Rebecca Stanley- film and television actress

"I was so nervous at first to try Active Isolated Stretching. I had a recent hip replacement and was concerned about overdoing it and causing more problems. But Karena was amazing. She was gentle but sure. Her calm and assured knowledge made me relaxed and receptive. I felt my body gradually relax and stretch farther than I thought possible.

I am a long time backpacker and distance hiker. After hip surgery, I was finding the recovery time much slower than anticipated. I also had pain in my non surgical hip and lower back that seemed to be increasing. AIS really enhanced my recovery and sped up up my recovery process. I could feel the increased circulation to the the surgical hip and also to my other hip and lower back.

I so appreciate how much thought and attention Karena gave to my specific situation. No just cookie cutter exercises like I got at physical therapy. But specific stretches that targeted my exact problems.

I hiked over 52 miles last week that's more than two marathons. My range seems to keep extending!

It's so great not only to be getting my outdoor life back, but to actually be getting stronger

and more pain free!

I look forward to more sessions with Karena and continuing

to increase my

flexibility and stamina."

Alinda M

"I have been receiving AISS (active isolated stretching and strengthening) therapy from Karena for just a few weeks. I am an active person with a systemic autoimmune disease. My goal is to stay as healthy and active as possible without taking medication. I love hiking & climbing, hot yoga, pilates and just being outside. These activities are great for my body but chronic pain and inflammation makes it challenging. After completing a (3-hour) session with Karena once a week I feel light and relaxed. Karena is lovely! She is engaged, knowledgeable, precise and VERY strong. My joints and muscles do not ache and I am SO FLEXIBLE! I have much more stamina on the trail and in my everyday life. I will definitely continue with my stretching and strengthening sessions!"

Beth George, M.S.N., R.N. (Shodan- black belt)

I am a nurse educator and have been practicing the martial arts for over 35 years. A present for my 75th birthday was the gift of a session with Karena. She stretched my lower body just over 3 hours. The day following the session my legs let me know that they had gotten a great workout! And believe me, my legs know a great workout. Karena has a professional and caring presence. She will titrate the stretching to meet your needs. In short, I would highly recommend her and suggest that you have a session with her. You deserve it!