John Knox Village Residents Gain Strength, Balance, & Confidence Through Fitness
Sam and Sherrie Claggett moved into John Knox Village nearly a year ago, and almost immediately headed to a fitness center to talk to an instructor and learn more about the equipment and classes offered. Having been active throughout their life, they began by taking Functional Fitness. Sam has also gone through the Balance classes and currently is taking Balance II, while Sherrie has taken the Mat Yoga class.
They said the fitness offerings at the Village were something that drew them to the Village, and they love the wide variety of classes that are offered. Sam had brain surgery in 2023, and he said the Balance classes have been invaluable in helping him improve his quality of life.
“The balance class has been extremely beneficial,” Sam said. “Due to my brain injury, balance was very difficult for me. Now I don’t stumble as much and am just so mindful of my movements. Through the balance assessment, I’ve seen a 50% improvement in my gait. It’s just wonderful to have this class.”
Sherrie said through the Functional Fitness class, she is doing exercises and movements she never dreamed she would be able to do.
“I am doing kettlebell swings with 25-pound weights and doing a modified burpee. If you told me a year ago that I’d be doing those exercises, I wouldn’t believe you,” Sherrie said.
“Functional Fitness is a tough workout, but the instructors are there to help, to make sure you’re doing okay, and to challenge you too. They are extremely knowledgeable and are uplifting and encouraging.”
Beyond the classes the Claggets enjoy, John Knox Village residents have access to an impressive range of wellness opportunities. The Village offers both land and aquatic group fitness classes —including Functional Fitness, Mat Yoga, Tai Chi, Strength & Stretch, Aqua Fit, Aqua yoga, and more. Wellness professionals also provide one-on-one personal training to support individualized goals, from balance and recovery to strength building and endurance.
John Knox Village has two fitness centers on its campus and its wellness professionals offer a variety of opportunities that address the eight vital dimensions of wellness – emotional, intellectual, financial, spiritual, vocational, environmental, social and physical.
About John Knox Village
John Knox Village is a leader in senior care in Lee’s Summit and the greater Kansas City community. The community boasts a diverse range of living options from free-standing homes and apartment homes to villas. With more than 700,000 square feet of common space across the beautiful campus, you’ll find more opportunities and experiences right outside your door.
If you’re exploring senior living options in Lee’s Summit or the Kansas City area, we’d love to show you all that John Knox Village has to offer. Contact us today or call (816) 251-8000 to schedule a visit.
