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Most people would accept it. She didn’t.

After losing her Achilles tendon, Jo Giese was told she might never walk the same again.

Today, Jo is walking.

And she wrote about it in her memoir: You’ll Never Walk Alone

“If you’re given a grim diagnosis, you do not have to accept it.”

At C.O.R.E., hope is restored by building recovery pathways through precision, structure, and consistency.

This is not just rehabilitation. This is restoration with purpose.

“Recovery isn’t theoretical—it’s possible. At C.O.R.E., lives are transformed—together. This is where restoration happens.”
— Dr. Taylor-Kevin Isaacs

https://www.latimes.com/travel/newsletter/2026-03-19/la-the-wild-hiking-without-achilles-tendon

🌟 Client of the Month Spotlight: Liz 🌟

Congratulations to our client of the month, Liz! We are proud to recognize her for her outstanding hard work, perseverance, and determination. Liz’s commitment to showing up consistently, pushing through challenges, and staying focused on her goals is truly inspiring. We are honored to be part of her journey and celebrate all the progress she has earned.

💬 Client Quote:
“After my injury on March 20, 2024, I was told I might never walk again. I began CORE in August 2024, and it truly changed my life. Without these true angels, I don’t know where I’d be today. I am so blessed and deeply grateful to each of you who worked so hard to help me reach my goals. I can’t wait to see what the future holds.”

Should CORE get a CORE dog?

Those in favor, respond with a resounding woof/yes 🐶✅

Dogs can reduce stress, increase social engagement, and even inspire movement. Plus, a CORE dog can create a welcoming, comforting, and emotionally uplifting atmosphere and become a symbol of our community values: loyalty, energy, and unconditional support.

Pro Fitness Tip: Adopt a dog.
Boom—instant accountability partner, no excuses.

12,000 Steps. For the First Time. Ever.

Today, we celebrate Pat—who just walked over 12,000 steps in a single day for the first time in her life.

Not just a number. Not just a goal.

A breakthrough in what’s possible.

Movement isn’t just about fitness.

It’s a vital biomarker—a direct reflection of your health span, your lifespan, and your play span.

Because when we move better, we live better. Longer. Freer. More fully.

“The body will go where the mind lets it.”

Today, Pat’s mind said yes—and her body followed.

“Keep moving forward. Keep rewriting your story” - Dr. Taylor-Kevin Isaacs

🌟 Client Spotlight: Curtis & Myrna 🌟

We’re excited to highlight our Clients of the Month: Curtis and Myrna! Their dedication to their restorative fitness journeys is truly inspiring. 💪✨

Curtis and Myrna have shown remarkable perseverance and a passion for improving their movement and overall well-being. They both exemplify what it means to stay committed to long-term health, and their positive energy has been uplifting for everyone at CORE. 🌿💚

Thank you, Curtis & Myrna, for your hard work and motivation. You are an inspiration to us all! 🙌👏

Read more about Curtis and Myrna by clicking the link in our bio.

Wishing everyone a happy Halloween from the CORE team🎃

A quick flex from our guy in his new truck.

continues to push the limits and defy the odds as a C5 incomplete SCI. As he finishes up his Master's in Psychology at Cal State Northridge, we are looking forwarding to witnessing more of his journey unfold.

SUCCESS LIVES HERE!

Peter and Sandy are 87 years young and are training at CORE for the next 20 years of their life. “ Long History; Bright Future”’
Dr. Taylor-Kevin Isaacs.

CORE/Triumph Foundation's New Years Party was the best way to kick off 2023.

Looking forward to our CORE-mmunity becoming even more of an interaction of encouragement and even more upbuilding over time.

“There is no greater power than the power of community to create physical, mental, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual health” Dr. Taylor-Kevin Isaacs.

A mighty congratulations to Kyle and Sam! Who are, as of today, officially CORE Restorative Exercise Specialists. Looking forward to you transforming our COREmunitiy’s bodies and lives as agents of change.

“Your future is created by what you do today.”

Congrats Eddie A. for our December Client of the month! Your desire to continuously perform at a high level elevates and motivated everyone that comes into contact with you at CORE!

Click link in bio to learn more about Eddie!