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Cardiac Rehab - Phase III

Phase III is a maintenance program of Phase II (monitored) Cardiac Rehab program.  It is recommended that all Phase II patients continue to exercise, after completing the program, in order to maintain their current level of fitness.  In order to achieve this, the Franklin YMCA offers a Phase III program three times a week.  Phase III patients do not wear a monitor, and although they work independently, they are constantly supervised by CPR-certified personnel from the YMCA.  A registered nurse from UPMC Northwest visits once a month to monitor patient progress.

Benefits: Regular exercise can increase muscle endurance, lower blood pressure and blood cholesterol, reduce stress, prevent bone loss, counter depression and help control weight.
Requirements: You must be a graduate of a Phase II monitored program and have physician approval.
For more information contact: Cheryl Brickner or Deb Krizon 814-432-2138 / UPMC Northwest-Cardiac Rehab Dept 814-676-7159 6:00am-2:30pm

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Fitness Assessment

The assessment evaluates: Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, body composition, blood pressure, target weight and pulse rate. Two, 1-hour appointments include: assessment administration and results, and goal setting. This program is highly reccommended for anyone who would like to see marked improvements in health and fitness from the onset of program development. The follow-up assessment is an optional, 3-month progress check-up.

Please call 724-458-9781 for more informatin or to schedule an appointment.

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Moving Beyond Ability

Program specifically designed for individuals with movement disorders such as Parkinson's Disease, Stroke and Multiple Sclerosis.  In order to enhance quality of life, it is essential we incorporate fun, playful activities into our program to make it enjoyable and promote exercise adherence.

Goals of this program are to:
1.  Prevent/delay deterioration of mobility and functional abilities in individuals with movement disorders.
2.  Optimize physical fitness in individuals who may have unique disorders.
3.  Provide support to individuals and their families or caregivers through social and educational sessions.
This will be achieved by focusing on improving balance, gait, and flexibilty while improving muscular strength and endurance as well as cardio-respiratory strength and endurance

 

*Promotes increased range of motoin
*Improve muscle tone
*Reduce stiffness and pain
*Enhance muscular strength
*Social interaction and enjoyment
*Decreases feelings of isolation
*Increase overall sense of well-being
*Educational series provided by local health care professionals
*Promotes balance and ability
*Reduces risks associated with inactivity including heart disease, diabetes, obesity and high blood pressure


 

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Wellness / Fitness Center

The Wellness/Fitness Center, where you can lead a healthier lifestyle, by improving and maintaining your cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance. Our Fitness Center has new state of the art Pre-Cor and the best of Nautilus selectorized equipment that will give you the most personalized and comfortable workout experience.  Nautilus machines are built on bio mechanics of movement that gives you optimal resistance and smoothness to build strong muscles and is gentle to your joints.  As a member to the Franklin YMCA you will receive one orientation with a fitness instructor that will introduce you to your personalized fitness program utilizing the Nautilus machines and PreCor Cardio equipment.  Your orientation will also consist of the following:

• Track range of motion, weights, seat settings, sets, reps.
• Track cardiovascular workouts
• Record your workouts on a Cybex Workout Card

Teen Fitness Pass Class:
For children 12 and 13 years of age who go through two orientations with a fitness instructor and pass, will receive a special fitness pass that will enable them to come in the fitness center without their parents.  By appointment only.  Health Assessments must be signed by a parent.

Nautilus One Strength Equipment Ages 12 and Up
Free Weight Center: Ages 14 and Up

• Hoist Free Weight Benches
• Hoist power Rack
• Hoist Smith Machine
• 3 and 1 Incline, decline benches
• Various plates and dumbbells
• Thera-balls
• Nautilus Leg Press
• Back Extension

Cardio Center:
We have added Cardio Theater that allows you to play your Ipod or watch your favorite TV shows while getting a cardiovascular workout.

• Woodway Treadmills
• Precor and StarTrek Treadmills
• Precor AMT elliptical trainer or stepper
• Precor Motion Ellipticals
• Recumbent Steppers
• Precor Stepper
• Precor Recumbent Bikes
• E-Spinner Bikes
• Rower
• ARC Trainer

Personal Training:
Utilize this unique, personal one-on-one instruction.  From beginner exercisers to elite athletes, our certified personal trainers are ready to help you advance to the next level of health and fitness.  Members who desire personal guidance, encouragement, and a specific exercise program designed just for you will enjoy working with a personal trainer.  Register at the service desk and your personal trainer. Register at the service desk and your personal trainer will contact you.

1 session $35
4 sessions $120
8 sessions $235
12 sessions $330

Buddy Rate: No more than 2 people for a Buddy Rate:
4 sessions $128
8 sessions $256
12 sessions $384

Personal Trainers: Deb Krizon, Andrew Brosius, Brad Barnhill Ace Personal Trainer, and Kristen Jacobs

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