-Rachel Phillips

"I am a 64-year old English professor and spend most of my time at the computer grading essays all day and often into the night. Although I exercised regularly in my youth and middle age, as I grew older, I found that the demands of my job became too overwhelming to continue to go to the gym and work out daily. The pounds came on, and I faced the threat of diabetes and other obesity- related diseases. I despaired at ever getting back to exercise as I was often assigned 8 o'clock classes, leaving me not enough time to get to the gym, exercise, shower, and get to class on time. 
I was so busy helping my students that I neglected to help myself. Then came the pandemic and online classes. To my great delight, I discovered Dianne's exercise class. Decades ago, I had the privilege of having Dianne as an instructor at The Firm, so I knew she was a terrific teacher. I got out my old mat and weights and began to do her exercise class 5 days a week. At first, I could hardly keep up, but Dianne encouraged each participant to do the exercise at the rate and in the format that was available to him or her. I did not have to spend time driving to the gym or risk the chance of contracting COVID 19. I could just turn on the computer, click the link provided, and my office became the gym.
I cannot say the classes are easy. In fact, they are quite challenging. I will say that they have been the answer to a prayer. I thought I would never be able to have the willpower or the motivation to get back into the exercise I used to love so much. With Dianne's encouragement and motivation, I have been able to do just that. After beginning to exercise again, I began to clean up my eating. Now I have the pleasure of watching the pounds melt and watching my body find its shape again. If you are despairing at ever getting back into exercise again, you will benefit from this program. The results are beyond my wildest hopes. If I can do this, so can all of you!!!!"

-Mary Ann Kohli

"I worked from home for 30+ years and have been retired now for 4.  Athletic apparel has always been my wardrobe staple.  Every company claimed they had the best, most comfortable, long lasting, fashionable, etc, clothing on the market.  I  tried them all over the last 30+ years.  When Dianne first approached me about trying on her jag athleisure clothing, I admit I was somewhat reluctant because I actually did not “need” anything and had heard all those accolades before.  But, because I had so much respect for Dianne and loved her classes, I agreed to try.  And try I did…over and over and over again.  Three pair of leggings, tops and a jacket later, I’m here to tell you they are truly my favorite of all time.  Just picture how you feel in your most comfortable PJ’s, my other “go to” choice of clothing, and that’s how you will feel in these.  Need to say, I wear them everyday whether I’m working out, running errands, going to appointments or socially distancing with a few friends for an outdoor happy hour or dinner.  These are the best, most comfortable clothes I own…besides my PJ’s!!  Treat yourself.  You will never regret it.."

-Sally Hawes