retired nine prescription medications, dropped more than 70 pounds and 2 percent body fat and rescued her ill-fated kidney. “I feel good. I’m in pain and I’ll have to live with this pain, but it’s not anything I can’t tolerate. My body is good and I feel better,” Kullman said. “Right now, it’s a slow process of losing weight, but I’m getting there. I’ve got about 70 more pounds to go.” In Iniquez, she has found a considerate trainer. While Whitt and the others participate in a fast-action, highintensity bootcamp, Kullman completes a workout tailored for her. It’s a low-impact workout – with special consideration to her cranky back and knees – focusing on specific muscle groups. She uses weights and resistance bands. “I can do all the exercises, but my favorite? ... I don’t have a favorite,” Kullman said. “I just keep going.”
Iniquez appreciates Kullman’s resolve and determination. She may not be cognizant of it, but she’s become an inspiration for many of CORE’s
“She does it and has a good attitude. When people see that, it’s like ‘What’s your excuse?’ She’s in here with a walker and doing it, so what’s your excuse?” Iniquez said. “It puts everything in perspective. It’s a cool thing that other people can see. There’s always something you can do, if you really want to do it.” Kullman’s motivation is that accomplished smile that washes over Whitt’s face following a workout. Whitt realizes she asks a lot of her mother. “I put her through quite a bit. I didn’t think she’d stick with it,” she said. “She totally amazes me with what — ROBERT INIQUEZ, CORE she keeps doing.” FITNESS OWNER/TRAINER Hey, a deal is a deal. “She goes to the pool for me. I go to CORE for her to younger demographic. keep her busy,” Kullman said. Kullman was voted Most “It all works out.” Inspirational by CORE staff and contest participants after To contact James Burns, losing 12 pounds and 10 e-mail jburns@mantecabulleinches. tin.com.
“She does it and has a good attitude. When people see that, it’s like ‘What’s your excuse?’ She’s in here with a walker and doing it, so what’s your excuse?”
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Cheryl Whitt goes through her exercises at CORE Perfomance.
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