By: CDPHP® Fitness Connect at the Ciccotti Center Staff
Breaking Barriers Through Fitness
Sarah Strauss isn’t afraid of a challenge. In January 2024, she braved the icy waters of Long Pond during the Grafton Lakes State Park Winterfest’s Polar Plunge, an act of courage captured by the Times Union. But Sarah’s journey to that icy plunge began much earlier, at CDPHP® Fitness ConnectSM at the Ciccotti Center. Sarah was kind enough to share with our team her amazing fitness journey. Read about her experience below and learn why she is this month’s “Healthy Hero”.
CICCOTTI: How would explain your health and fitness level before you joined the Center? What were your biggest challenges?
SARAH: My health was okay. My fitness level was more of a problem then. I had lost a lot of strength on both sides of my body. I had also lost the ability to walk.
CICCOTTI: When did you join the CDPHP® Fitness ConnectSM at the Ciccotti Center? How did you hear about us?
SARAH: I joined the Center in September 2021. I have been a long time resident of Colonie New York.
CICCOTTI: What programs and/or staff members made the most impact in reaching your fitness goals?
SARAH: Sheldon and David Calleri (my personal trainer) are the staff members responsible in my reaching the fitness goals. The MyFitRx® program also helped me reach my fitness goals.
CICCOTTI: Is there an achievement or contribution that you are most proud of? If so, why?
SARAH: I am now stronger than I’ve ever been. This has helped me in some ways. I can now do some things on my own instead of waiting for someone to help me do those things.
Sarah’s story is an inspiring testament to the transformative power of fitness. It’s a reminder that with the right support and determination, anyone can achieve their goals and live a more empowered life. CDPHP® Fitness ConnectSM at the Ciccotti Center is proud to be a part of Sarah’s journey, and we are honored to acknowledge her as this month’s Healthy Hero.
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