Success at Sixty-Plus – Page 2

The Dr’s were impressed with my lack of side effects at my age (77) and especially my breathing capacity

“Hi,

“I have the old Easy Does It (VCR) version level 1,2,3 … I have been taking radiation treatments for several weeks and I just want you to know that Oxycise helped me so much during my whole ‘Cancer Ordeal’. I don’t know what I would have done without the On the Go Commuter Routine tape, I used it on the way to my treatments so I was well oxygenized when I got there (you have to take deep breaths & hold it while being radiated) and my arms were exercised (you have to hold your arms overhead the whole time) and even exercised my pectoral muscles (they can be weakened during radiation treatment) who knew? The Cancer Center in Boulder had never heard of the Oxycise program, I gave them the information so that they could add it to their ‘Integrative Treatment Program.’ The Dr’s were impressed with my lack of side effects at my age (77) and especially my breathing capacity.

“I was so glad that I remembered that I had the Oxycise program that I had not used in years (my mistake)..I’m back on the ‘bandwagon’ now & my ‘soapbox’ telling everybody about my success with Oxycise…

“FYI: Cancer can not live in an Oxygen environment…it thrives on lack of Oxygen..Who knew?

“When I moved to Colorado from Texas (near Estes Park at 7500’) I could not walk 10 Ft. without wheezing. I thought it was the altitude but my Dr. said my Asthma had returned ….turned out…I was not breathing properly..HELLO OXICISE…I now can Walk without even thinking about it. I am now ordering the Standard Series Level Two and Three workouts. I am a little tired of the old people sitting in chairs..Ha! I want to exercise overlooking the ‘Majestic Mountains’ and ‘Blue Skies’.”

Jean Welch

Age 77

This is the only exercise program I have ever stuck with

“I injured my shoulder about 3 years ago. Several times…in the same spot. I fell and hit it several times. I could not raise my arm because it hurt so much and was very stiff. When I first began to Oxycise! I would have to lift my right arm with my other hand, if I was doing a position that required raising that arm. If I reached for anything in my cupboard I would have to put my left hand on my right elbow and help that arm down or I would drop whatever I was retrieving.

“After about two weeks of Oxycising, I could move my right arm up and down with no pain. This was no fluke and no coincidence. It was great to move my arm up and down after three years of not being able to do it. I have had no problems for a year now, since I have been Oxycising, but as I mentioned before, I was very surprised when it started stiffening up again and hurting after several days of no Oxycising. It only took 2 or three days for it to feel good again. I am almost 65 and have osteoarthritis. When my legs are sore or stiff and my back hurts I find that if I Oxycise! a little extra it really helps.

“Sure it’s work, but it is sure worth it. I don’t understand why people are so slow to try this when someone who has experienced the benefits tells about it. I am so skeptical about so many things, but I have proven this to be good for me in more ways than one.”

Update 6 years later:

“Thank you so much for the newsletter. I have been doing the Oxycise program for a few years now and it really helps me with flexibility etc. I am 70 years old and this program helps me so much. I vary between Levels 1 and 4…also the abs and arm tape.

“Not only am I 70 years old and do 5 levels of Oxycise, but I have atrial fibrillation. Of course people should check with their doctor first, but it has not affected my heart at all. In fact there have been times when it has actually stopped an episode of A.F.

“Sometimes when I haven’t been able to sleep at night, I will get up and do one of the tapes, then go back to bed to go right to sleep. This is the only exercise program I have ever stuck with and I have started many and quit after a few months.”

Still at it another 8 years later:

“I have not posted on the board for quite a while, but am still oxycising. Thank you for the newsletters. I am 78 years old. I feel a lot better if I Oxycise on a consistent basis.

“I had tried several other types but didn’t experience the same results. I did some aerobics and then would do some strength excersises. Well….Oxycise gives me both. So I stuck with it.

“It’s the only exercise I have been able to stick with through the years. I find it keeps me more limber than I would be otherwise at my age since I do have osteoarthritis. If my B/P is too high, I will Oxycise…then take my B/P and it will have come down several points. I am plagued with anxiety attacks from time to time….so my next ‘trial’ is when I feel an anxiety attack coming on…Oxycise and see if it can be avoided. I highly recommend it.”

Ruth Roberts

Age 78

Knoxville, TN

We feel better, we’re more energized

“Good morning! We live in a low-income senior complex in Stanwood, WA, and exercise to your Easy Does It Level One video. This has helped us not only to lose some weight, but more importantly, to breathe properly. We feel better, we’re more energized, and we’re getting more people to come out of their apartments – a big plus for us seniors!”

Ann C

Stanwood, WA

Thank you for a new lease on life at this age!

“Dear Jill,

“I am 83 years old and was turned down at Curves so have been doing your Oxycises for 6 weeks and notice a feeling of well- being, more energy, never have trouble sleeping anymore and my clothes feel looser. I look forward to every day immediately after breakfast doing my exercises.

“I would like to say that we musn’t be impatient. It is the steady routine of at least 5 days a week ( I prefer 6 or 7 ) that produces results. Thank you for a new lease on life at this age!”

Jane Turner

Age 83

Dorothy has gone from a size 12 to a size 6 since starting Oxycise!

From Dorothy’s daughter, Maria:

“My mother’s Name is Dorothy Smith, 79 year old.”

“She is an avid golfer, swimmer, and walker. She realized her stamina level had skyrocketed on the golf course, when she started to breeze past the 18th hole with excess energy to spare, and her hitting of balls was getting greater distances and more consistent.

“Dorothy has gone from a size 12 to a size 6 since starting Oxycise! At one point Dorothy said she had nothing to wear. As she looked at the clothes in her closet, she claimed all the clothes she tried on looked like clown pants, etc. Dorothy is sleeping better and her range of motion and flexibility has improved greatly too. Also she can tell her breathing process in doing the Oxycise! exercises has developed to a more consistent and deeper breathing and tightening and toning of muscles as well.

“Dorothy doesn’t miss a night of Oxycise!, and she looks forward to this special time.”

Dorothy Smith

Age 79

It has helped me to move and be more agile

“Hi, Jill,

“I like to read the weekly Oxychat. It helps me to read about other success stories.

“When we lived in Colorado I purchased Level 1 tapes and book. It has helped me to move and be more agile, since I have MS and have difficulty walking and doing exercises or standing on one leg.

“Last July I had a stroke and now I’m in a wheelchair most of the time…

“My stomach was creeping on my legs so I took a three month Dr. Phil challenge using Oxycise! as my daily exercise. My stomach stopped creeping and I have lost 7 inches around my waist and 4 inches around my hips and more inches around my body.

“I try to start my day with about 20 exercises I learned in ‘Gateway to Wellness,’ a program for MS folks. Then I pop Level 1 in my TV before I leave my bedroom. I really like Torpedo 1 and Torpedo 2 and the knee presses. I can modify some of the leg exercises using my walker to stand.

“We lived in Colorado for thirty-six years, so I enjoy seeing Colorado scenes on the video, since we moved back to my home place in Ohio. My husband built a deck for me and put a galvanized, horizontal pole at waist height. I can hold on to it to do some of my Oxycise! outside. I tell my left leg to move and do the movements. Maybe some day it will come through and surprise me!

“Thank you.”

Janice Bulkley

Age 63