Arlindo's Way - Healthy Ageing

Experiência fantástica: Words that describe our experience; fun, inclusive, kind, challenging and very different from the usual exercise class. Be prepared to step outside your comfort zone. Enthusiasm and knowledge are key characteristics of the facilitators Arlindo and Nicola Live long Live Strong, Arlindo and Nicola have drawn a lovely group of people and shown that with engagement , mutual support, up to date and significant dietary advice, actually great things can be achieved even with some of the limitations that come with age There are significant targets in mind not least a Blue Zone for the Algarve; see Netflix on Global Bluezones around the world. Maureen and Anthony

Experiência fantástica: I could write a volume on how positively impactful Arlindo's Way has been for me....in a nutshell, it has given me my life back! Over the decades of active living & well earned injuries, over time I had allowed the pain to limit me. After 4 months working with Arlindo, I was back to feeling stronger & more confident in myself & body again. In addition to the Animal Flow training, I also participate in Arlindo's Vital Flow Program. If you are looking for a great cardio workout that is a lot of fun...you will love this! Every session is different. Arlindo infuses challenges for balance, agility, coordination & strength building. You know it is a good time when it is time to cool down & everyone says "What? it feels like we just got started!"

Experiência fantástica: Thank you Nicola for helping me to new eating habits. My blood pressure has gone down after just a few weeks. The advice you give is always personal and you are a experienced coach with a lot of empathy. I can honestly say I could recommend you to anyone who wants to have a new start in life. Stina

Experiência fantástica: After two operations for a severe ankle fracture, it took me half a year to learn to walk again. Because I was very afraid of having another accident, I didn't dare to do anything except walking and swimming. But I felt that I wasn't using my muscles and they were getting weaker. I found Arlindo a year ago, and since then I have improved a lot, I am braver, more skillful and move more easily. Arlindo helped me become stronger and stronger in an enjoyable, playful way, but always pushing my limits. I am grateful for the opportunity and the whole community I got to know through Arlindo. I recommend it to everyone who wants to live a full life in their old age!

Experiência fantástica: I feel very fortunate to have found Arlindo after having had two falls in 6 months. There is nothing traditional about what he does. His approach is holistic in that he understands the body is a system and all of the parts have to be working together. Exercising individual muscles doesn't get older people where they need to go. We need to practice flexibility, response time, dynamic balance, agility. All of those things in addition to building muscle strength. And that's what Arlindo's unique program does.

Experiência fantástica: My partner and I have been working with Arlindo for six months. We had the usual stiffness, aches and pains associated with growing older and wanted to improve fitness levels, mobility and balance which with Arlindo’s help and support we are achieving. I had a long standing hip problem which was very painful and restrictive at times, nothing had helped until Arlindo came along and within three months my hip completely recovered. Arlindo is so knowledgeable and passionate about working with older people and treats us all as individuals with taylor made programmes. We cannot recommend him highly enough as a personal trainer and to top it all he is a lovely guy.

Experiência fantástica: After breaking my shoulder, I stopped doing a lot of physical activities. I was afraid of injuring myself again and very protective of my arm. Luckily, I found Arlindo and slowly my confidence returned. With Arlindo’s expert guidance, I discovered I was capable of more movement than imagined and in time became much stronger. Arlindo’s strength is his ability to listen and to customize a plan based on the needs and abilities of his clients. Most importantly, he brings fun and variety to his approach and makes learning how to take care of your body a real joy.

Experiência fantástica: Arlindo is an effective and creative coach who is passionate – and very knowledgeable – about fitness for older folks like me. I am much more flexible since I’ve started working with him six months ago. I'm also a lot stronger, using muscles I’d forgotten I had. He makes a point of mixing plenty of fun with the challenges he sets, which are based on careful observation of what I am capable of doing safely. Last but not least, Arlindo is very patient: for example, the number of times I get my Left and Right sides confused would make most grown men cry. I give a big thumbs up for Arlindo!

Experiência fantástica: I have been training with Arlindo for 6 years - from one on one in person sessions to small groups and now by Zoom in the comfort of my own home. Arlindo's experience, empathy and intelligence have taken me from feeling disappointed by my body and anxious about movement to knowing that my body responds to being understood, accepted and stretched and, above all, moved. I am amazed by what Arlindo has shown me I can achieve. As a 62 year old woman, I now know, through Arlindo's expert guidance and support, that if I stay engaged with my body it will keep me mobile and enjoying life and all its adventures for many, many years to come. Arlindo has also guided me through recovery from injury, helping me to safely challenge my body so as to regain strength and continue to develop. Arlindo has taught me that my body deserves respect, acceptance, movement and fun designed to keep it strong and flexible. Thank you, Arlindo. My life would be far less enjoyable and full without your expertise and insight.

Experiência fantástica: Arlindo is very focused on a global approach to movement. Mind, body and soul. His dedication to his profession and consequently to his clients is without a doubt of excellence! Therefore I cannot hesitate in recommending highly his services.