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FITNESS

Athlete of the Month By Michelle Dwyer

Bob and Gwen White will tell you Bob and Gwen White – Personal Trainer: Marilynn Pagano
they are no strangers to relocation.
Having moved 22 times in 27 years, expected to be pushed.” who together love life as much as they
thanks to Bob’s military career, settling love Mexican food, both admit they have
down in Sun City felt amazing. Bob and Gwen agree. “We find it important a ways to go. “We feel so much stronger,
to be held accountable,” they say, straight and our aches and pains have minimized.
They have lived here for 17 years, and to the point. Our balance has tremendously improved.
remain elated in their decision to return But we acknowledge that we have a long
to their Texas roots. Meeting Marilynn This is one of a handful of reasons Bob way to go.”
Pagano, the woman who would become and Gwen reached out to Marilynn. They
their personal trainer for the past 18 had a few concerns with staying motivated, Fitness is many things. It’s a walk. It’s a
months, has made living in Sun City even improving their balance and general health; run. And sometimes, it’s a crawl. Personal
better. they knew given Marilynn’s diverse fitness trainers like Marilynn will help you keep
background, she was the trainer for them. going.
“We have been exercising off and on They say, “Marilynn has an endless
our whole lives,” say Bob and Gwen. imagination!” How does a personal trainer make a couple
“Marilynn gives us the push we need to who has vast experience in golf, tennis,
stay committed.” In all seriousness, Marilynn gets down to swimming, martial arts, cycling, and scuba
business. “We work hard, but safely, and diving, not to mention a successful actress
Bob and Gwen credit Marilynn for keeping Bob and Gwen know that each workout for a daughter, add to their repertoire
them interested in fitness. She often takes effort. They give 100 percent each enough to keep them going? “You have
provides them with a variety of exercises and every time.” to think outside the box,” Marilynn says.
and introduces new challenges. “They definitely keep me on my toes…so I
Bob, a retired military officer and Gwen, keep them on their game.”
And Marilynn can see vast improvement a devoted advocate for military families,
in this amazing couple. “I see tremendous
strength gains, and an overall improvement Marilynn Pagano Personal Trainer
in their body awareness, something very
important to not only fitness, but balance – Group Fitness Certification, American Council on
and stability. I’m very proud of them.” Exercise (ACE)

Having been a trainer for many years, – Personal Trainer Certification, ACE
Marilynn can attest to the discipline – Pilates Studio Certification, Polestar Pilates
it takes to live a fit lifestyle and stay – Cooper Institute Trainer Certification
accountable to put in the work. She often
says, “In a world of chaos, it is easy to miss For an appointment with Marilynn, call 512-948-7761
a workout if a client isn’t scheduled and or email [email protected]

April Series Classes APRIL 2017 SUNRAYS | 33

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building strong core muscles, stretching,
and balance. The series is taught by Nancy
& John Scott. Please contact Nancy at mrs.
[email protected] for more information
about the class and how to prepare for your
first class.
Sleep Better
Th, 7 – 8 p.m. • Texas Drive
4 classes for $30, April 6 - 27
This Sounder Sleep System® is for those
who wish to sleep better, wake up refreshed
and reduce stress and anxiety. This system
is an insomnia solution inspired from the
Feldenkrais Method® and relaxation
techniques. Series taught by Marika.

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