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Accessible Fitness, more choices for more people

Fitness has always been a concern with regard to both mental and physical health regardless of age, gender, or any other variables that make each one of us unique. And for those in the blind community, fitness is every bit as much—if not more—important.

Exercise for the visually impaired is something that should be incorporated into a weekly, if not daily, routine for a variety of reasons that are both similar and different from people within the sighted community. For those with total loss of sight as well as for those who are low sighted, a lack of regular exercise can bring on a host of other issues, including weight gain, sluggishness, and perhaps worst of all for many, insomnia or a circadian rhythm that has been thrown completely off track.

A quality workout done at the right time of day and at the right pace to meet your unique physical and mental needs is just what the doctor may have forgotten to order. For many blind people, fitness has been a challenge: without someone to guide you and without the ability to drive yourself to the gym, it becomes obvious why so many visually impaired individuals give up—but with the BlindAlive line of Fitness Workouts for blind people, you’ll never have to depend on anyone else again.

Yoga and Strength Training with wieghts for blind people along with a variety of other cardiovascular exercises help our bodies stay toned, help us gain muscle mass and lose weight, but most of all, can help lead a blind person away from a sense of helplessness.

Are you ready to sweat? Come get healthy and leave all your notions of not being able to get fit due to your visual impairment behind with BlindAlive!

Jennifer Kern - Fitness Specialist

December 28, 2016 / Blind Alive

Jennifer is a passionate yogi, a Pilates method preacher and has an infinite love for all things that connect the mind and body. She’s obtained her Pilates mat and equipment certification through Pilates Academy International as well as her 200hr Yoga teacher certification through Yoga Alliance accredited studio Sonic Yoga. Growing up training in gymnastics and dance, movement has always been her medium. She uses this background to create unique sequences and routines meant to feel good and flow well in the body.

While fitness was her gateway, Jennifer knew it was only one piece of the healthy life pie. After years of dieting, and seeking external results it was when she stopped and asked herself “why” that true transformation began. Jennifer now runs a health coaching business based on the principals of love and compassion for oneself. Through her 3 month program she helps people transform into the healthiest and most vibrant versions of themselves.

Website: www.jenniferlynnkern.com

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