"So here's the thing...I'm a gym virgin! Wild horses couldn't have dragged me on to a treadmill until I realised those 12 extra post-baby kilos weren't going away on their own. But, feeling low on energy and short on time, what to do? Power Plate was surprising on all fronts - it's a gentle, but effective, form of exercise. Not only did the half-hour sessions with Michelle instantly lift my spirits, I felt a significant positive change in energy levels and all-over muscle strength after just 4 weeks. Despite starting off slowly (I was only 8 weeks post-partum), I lost 3cm around my hips after just 6 weeks - without once working up a sweat! Dare I say it...Power Plate almost makes exercise fun.

After 9 months of inactivity due to injury, I wanted to quickly get back into my exercise regime. I originally heard about the use of Power Plate for the reduction of cellulite. On further investigation, I found that athletes use it for training support and injury rehabilitation and thought it may assist in fast-tracking my fitness back to a level I was used to.

I had been having weekly physio sessions to treat my Achilles and sciatica injuries, and had been given the all clear to commence exercising again. I also decided to set myself a goal - I had less than 4 months to regain my fitness, and embark on walking my first marathon.

When looking for a location to start the Power Plate program, I found Michelle at Perfect Balance in Seaforth. Michelle worked with me and my injuries to develop a program that would support my rehabilitation and allow me to quickly gain the strength and fitness I needed to complete the marathon. It was great that this could be achieved without lifting heavy weights nor having to deal with the soreness associated with heavy exercise.

I found the Power Plate routine (30 mins twice a week) gave me more energy, helped me sleep, and complemented my walking program well. Within 6 weeks of starting my program, I had also noticed I had gained strength, tone, and cardiovascular fitness. My achilles and sciatica had also improved and I no longer needed physio. I had even gained noticable strength in my upper body (previously nil).

Thanks to Michelle and the team

In February 2007, I was diagnosed with arthritis of the hip and three spurs on the head of the femur, this was devastating news after years of horse riding, running and tennis. I received a flyer for the Power Plate saying it could benefit those with arthritis so I decided to try it and although I cant run on roads anymore, with Michelle's help the Power Plate has kept me playing tennis and in 2008 I climbed the Inca Trail.

Power Plate has helped with my core stability and strengthening muscles to help support my lower back, keeping me active and sane. I would recommend anyoine with arthritis to give the Power Plate a go - just so you can keep on moving!

I am in my late 50s and have been using Power Plate with Michelle for the past 16 months. When I fitrst stepped through the doors of Perfect Balance, I was a stressed-out physical wreck, suffering from obesity, lack of energy and morivation, oedema, hormonal problems, frozen shoulder, and lower back problems - just to name a few!.

My work is sedentary and because of my problems, I was limited as to the type of exercise I could do. But instead of showing me the door, Michelle took me on nd formulated an exercise program for me. To my utter surprise, I felt great after my first session on Power Plate - it didn't hurt a bit! And after only a few weeks (twice a week), I had more energy and felt fitter than I had in years.

Now, 16 months down the track, under Michelle's expert guidance, I have achieved: Toned legs, arms, bottom & tummy; Improved flexibility and strength; Lost 12kg; Elminiated the oedema; Improved my cardiovascualr fitness; Fixed my frozen shoulder; Fixed my lower back problems; Improved my circulation.

And since starting on Power Plate, I am much more motivated and focussed on maintaining my fitness and health. I'd recommend Power Plate to anyone - no matter what your age or condition. Regardless of your health of fitness level I am confident Michelle can tailor a program to help you.