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“I came to Kristine just over a year ago suffering from obesity, high blood pressure, high triglycerides, diabetes — you name it, I had it. I also had several other chronic conditions including ankle instability and shoulder pain. I went to Kristine because she was a trainer and physical therapist and I thought her specialized knowledge could be helpful in my case. I also started because I thought I was going to die too young if I didn’t — not because I wanted to work out. Within a few weeks, I was not only enjoying working out, I would leave each session with a silly grin on my face, and a spring in my step. She is knowledgeable, confident, caring, and patient — something a klutz like me who could never remember the right way to do an exercise appreciated. My balance has increased enormously and I no longer have to wear high ankle boots to provide my ankles stability. It may sound overly dramatic, but Kristine truly saved my life. I’d recommend her to anyone seeking to gain health and fitness.” ~Julia Kittross
“I had the opportunity to have Kristine Battey as my personal trainer for several years and it proved to be an optimal experience. I have worked with a few top-notch trainers over the years, but training with Kristine produced the most results. She was also able to provide numerous nutritional and dietary recommendations while we worked out as well. The fact that Kristine is a quality human being with a pleasant demeanor was icing on the cake. The bottom line is that if you value your health, then training regularly with Kristine as your personal trainer is one of the best investments you will make in your life!” ~ Paul M. Okimoto
“I’m in my late forties, have a very active 10 year old son and a demanding job. I knew it was important to spend the time and energy to take care of myself so that I could take care of all my responsibilities, but all those pulls on me made it easy to ignore the extra pounds and daily aches, pains and fatigue that pile up when you are trying to do too much. I decided I would give myself the gift of learning how to stay healthy and strong. I’m plenty vain and no small part of the decision was the goal to stay as youthful and attractive as possible…as long as it didn’t take too much time. Hmmm….so how to accomplish this mission? I searched through web sites for a personal trainer in Seattle and found Kristine Battey of Divine Health and Fitness. I was impressed by Kristine’s experience and credentials but it was really her ability to be patient and consistent with me that kept me coming back for more. Kristine is a healer and a teacher and she takes a very intellectual approach to her work. She can read a body like we can read a book. She can communicate what she understands at the highest level into real-life practices on a very individual level. I especially appreciate her proactive approach to prevention of injury and creation of wellness rather than being focused on treating problems after they manifest themselves.
I was lucky enough to work with Kristine at my house or at her gym, off an on, over the course of about 2 ? years. Here are a few of the most important things I have learned or experienced from working with Kristine:
I’ve learned to stop stressing the injured area, increase the circulation, decrease the inflammation and that small miracles do happen. There is an investment to be made to enjoy all these benefits- an investment of time, energy and money. Investing the time in exercising and eating well gives me the energy I need to get everything done I want to do. I justify the expense by considering the value of not missing time from work or paying the unnecessary doctor bills due to illness or injury and know I am way ahead financially. I’ll miss having Kristine in Seattle but I know she will bring good things to Idaho. I wish her all the best and I am grateful for the gifts she has given me that I can enjoy for the rest of my life.” ~ Julie Ogden, Seattle, Washington, November 2006
"I'm a poster child for the guy who hasn't worked out in years. But Kristine was great, laying out a program which got me moving, but was careful to avoid the bumps and bruises that derail a exercise routine.
Her coaching style is great: She pushes you, but in such a way that you're never self-conscious about your weaknesses. "
~ Dave Kittross
“I was so lucky to find Kristine Battey as my physical therapist. I was ill with Hepatitis C and chronic fatigue and needed a knee replacement. Because I was not in good physical condition, I was terrified to have a surgery. My assistant found Kristine and it was a lucky day for me. I trained with her for 6 months in an appropriate manner for my condition. . I worked with Kristine after the surgery and I loved the combination of yoga, breathing, cardio, and weight bearing exercises. She is not only smart and professional but intuitive and compassionate. She is beautiful inside and outside. I am so sorry she moved as I would still be working with her.” ~ Zu Smith, Seattle
"I started working with Kristine about a year after my ankle surgery. She regularly added new exercises keeping it fun and challenging. Today, I am back on the snowboard, back to Yoga, back to hiking. I wouldn’t have been able to do all of this without Kristine's help." ~ Bettina Stix
"I started working with Kristine as part of my rehab after a bike accident. She is wonderful! Kristine is smart and knowledgeable. She really understands how the body works and was able to easily adjust my workout to my changing needs. She has a whole body approach to health and therefore doesn’t just focus on exercise; I learned so much about nutrition and stress management as well during my time with her. Kristine is also very kind and compassionate. I really struggled in my recovery process and Kristine routinely went above and beyond in helping me to overcome the unique challenges I faced. Finally, Kristine is simply a joy to be with. I loved our weekly appointments. " ~ Nikki, Seattle
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