Weight training was something I had never attempted before. It was exciting but difficult at the same time. Fadi was very serious about the workouts and very careful to make sure each exercise was done with good form and he stressed safety at all times. At the same time, it was a lot of fun!

Within a couple of weeks, the pounds started falling off. Within a short time, Fadi was introducing me to cardio exercise to strengthen my cardiovascular system while the weight training toned and strengthened my muscles. Shortly thereafter, we started working on my food program. When I started working with Fadi, I was in a size 26/28. I am now in a size 18.

I have more work to do to get to my goal. However, Fadi has stuck with me 100% of the time over the last year and I have no doubt that he will continue to support me until I reach my goal.

He is absolutely the best!

Marilyn Murray

During the 4 years leading up to my diagnosis, I had seen my body become weaker. I was depressed. I was having tremors in my right hand. It seemed like every day, I fell or tripped. When I walked, I looked drunk and had to use a cane. My speech was slurred. And the fatigue was overwhelming. All I could do was go to work, come home and go to bed. I felt life was not worth living and my condition appeared to be worsening.

Then something wonderful happened. I met Fadi Malouf. Actually, my daughter, Kellee Haas, gave me Fadi as a Christmas present. She gave me 3 months of personal training with a guy that has helped change my quality of life.

Kellee is the owner of North Georgia Dance and Music Factory in Dacula. When she told me she was working with a personal trainer my response was WHY? You dance 40-50 hours a week. You don’t need a trainer. You are already fit.

Because of our busy schedules, Kellee and I did not see each other for about 3 months. When I did see her, the difference was noticeable, She looked awesome. Shortly after that, Kellee asked me if I would just try working with Fadi. I felt that I certainly did not have anything to lose.

I started working with Fadi the last week of January 2004. It was a struggle, but with his encouragement, I knew that we could make things better.

I began walking 5 minutes each day increasing 5 minutes each week until I reached 60 minutes daily. It is now a ritual. I do 60 minutes of cardio daily, before breakfast. (Okay, almost every day) Fadi works with me 2 days a week.

The results are unbelievable. I no longer use my cane. I have lost over 40 pounds. I feel better, I look better, I am happier. My quality of life has improved 200%. My doctors are thrilled with my transformation.

Fadi and I both know and understand that I have to be trained differently. My MS is remitting/relapsing which means that I have flare-ups occasionally. I have to take terrible drugs that affect my strength. Also, Heat is devastating to a MS patient and if I push too far, it takes me days to recover. Fadi is always there, urging me on, altering my workout to whatever my condition is that day. He has even been known to call and check on me.

My goal now is to lose more weight and become stronger. I want to be FIT in my fifties. I hate to think where I would be today, if I had not taken the first step into Fadi’s care. . What he has done for me is truly a miracle.

Thank you, Fadi.

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A strain occurs when a muscle or the tendon that attaches it to the bone is overstretched or torn. Muscle strains are also called pulled muscles. Who gets it?

Anyone can strain a muscle. However, people involved in sports or other forms of strenuous exercise are more likely to strain a muscle.

What causes it?

Muscles are bunches of fibers that can contract. Muscle strains usually occur during activities that require the muscle to tighten forcefully. The muscle is strained either because it is not properly stretched, or warmed up, before the activity; it is too weak; or because the muscle is already injured and not allowed time to recover. So, many muscle strains occur during exercise or sports activities. They can also occur when lifting heavy objects.

What are the symptoms?

When a muscle is strained, it hurts and is difficult to move. You may also feel a burning sensation in the area of the injured muscle, or feel as though something has "popped." Sometimes the area of the strained muscle looks bruised or swells. A strained muscle might spasm, which means it contracts suddenly and involuntarily, causing severe pain.

How is it diagnosed?

To diagnose a muscle strain, your doctor will examine the painful area, and ask how and when the injury happened. He or she may order other diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, to rule out any injury to the bone.

What is the treatment?

Muscle strains are treated with rest, ice, compression, and elevation, or RICE. You will be told to rest the injured area to reduce pain and swelling. If the strain is in the leg or foot area, you may need to use crutches. Ice packs are recommended at regular intervals (as recommended by your doctor) over the first few days after the injury. Ice causes the blood vessels to constrict, which reduces inflammation and pain. Anti-inflammatory medications might also be used to relieve pain. Compression and elevation help to reduce swelling. Your doctor may also recommend physical therapy to speed your recovery. You should avoid the type of activity that caused the injury until the muscle is completely healed.

Self-care tips

You can prevent muscle strains by warming up for at least 10 minutes before participating in any strenuous exercise or heavy lifting. When you warm up, you increase the blood circulation to the muscle and prepare it for exercise. When starting any new exercise program or sport, it's important to begin gradually so your muscles are conditioned for the activity.

This information has been designed as a comprehensive and quick reference guide written by health care reviewers. The health information written is intended to be a supplement to the care provided by your physician. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice.

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