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Name:<\/strong> Ann Rothman\nLocation:<\/strong> Atlantic Beach, New York
\nMember Since:<\/strong> 2015
\nOccupation:\u00a0<\/strong>Fitness Professional and Breast Cancer Recovery Speciaist<\/p>\n
How did you hear about MFN? <\/strong>MFN actually contacted me and ask to feature me on their facebook page.<\/p>\n How do you or your business help those with chronic disease\/medical conditions or who need pre & postnatal care? <\/strong><\/p>\n I mostly treat patients who are recovering from surgery, weight\u00a0 issues, autoimmune disease, postpartum, and depression.<\/p>\n What makes you different from all the other fitness professionals out there?\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n Hard to answer this. Only know that I give my clients 100%\u00a0 attention, respect and advice on how to live a rewarding, healthy life.<\/p>\n What is your favorite activity or class to participate in and why? <\/strong><\/p>\n Yoga is my favorite. It has vastly improved my mind, body and spirit. Ten years ago, I was suffering from depression, a difficult divorce and serious health issues. Yoga changed everything. \u00a0Over time, I began to feel my mood lighten, my erratic breathing subsided and my overall health greatly improved. I became more focused, centered and calm instead of stressed and sad.\u00a0The physical benefits are many. I no longer have headaches, back pain and sleepless nights, thanks to yoga.<\/p>\n What is one piece of advice that you would give other fitness professionals about working with special populations or those who need pre & postnatal care?<\/strong><\/p>\n Only to give you best self to your patient, actively listen to them, treat them with the utmost respect.<\/p>\n What type of community activities are you involved in? \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n I volunteer my time to helping the elderly in my community, volunteer as an early childhood teacher in our local temple and volunteer every summer to keep our beaches clean.<\/p>\n What is one of your favorite memories involving working with someone who has a health challenge or disability?<\/strong><\/p>\n There\u2019s always much gratification when I see a patient smile, especially when they\u2019ve made such progress in their goal to better health.<\/p>\n More education for professionals who are treating patients with serious issues.<\/p>\n And what are you doing to make this happen?<\/strong><\/p>\n I take every workshop and seminar possible to keep on top of the latest changes and advancements by reputable organizations.<\/p>\n What is your favorite fitness\/inspirational\/motivational quote? \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cSurround yourself with those who challenge you, push you and motivate you.\u201d<\/p>\n Anything else we should know about you?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Yes, I never give up, if something doesn\u2019t work, I try something else\u2026. I\u2019m fastidious, focused, silly at times, but devoted to my cause of helping others.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/medfitnetwork.org\/public\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/ann-rothman2-225x300.jpg\")
What would you like to see change\/develop\/emerge in the future of healthcare and the fitness industry?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n