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Moving Beyond Ability

The YMCA is pleased to offer a new program specifically designed for individuals with movement disorders such as Parkinson’s Disease, stroke, and Multiple Sclerosis.In order to enhance quality of life, exercise is ESSENTIAL. We incorporate fun, playful activities into our program to make it enjoyable and to promote exercise adherence.Being in a program with others who are experiencing similar challenges promotes an atmosphere that is supportive, and that will meet emotional and socialization needs as well as physical needs.

The 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 physical challenges
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 flexibility while increasing muscular strength and endurance as well as car-dio-respiratory strength and endurance.As needs change, the fitness professional will re-evaluate and modify the program with the help and expertise of medical professionals.

Advantages of Participating in Our Program:
Promotes increased range of motion and improved function
Improve muscle tone
Reduce stiffness and pain
Enhanced muscular strength and endurance
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 agility
Reduces risks associated with inactivity including heart disease, diabetes, obesity, & high blood pressure
Promotes healthy sleep patterns and bowel function
Improves posture

Program Guidlines:
*Evaluation by a Physical Therapist
- to establish a physical baseline and identify potential safety issues prior to initiation of the program
-specific recommendations to your fitness professional regarding your needs and/or restrictions
-recommendations and referral to other services to optimize the quality of life

*Twice weekly exercise sessions led by certified fitness professionals specifically trained in the uniqueness of individuals with movement disorders.
*Variations in activities to accommodate individuals of varying abilities.
*Option to participate in an additional activity each week or workout individually in the fitness center or pool.
*Monthly support through group educational sessions for participants.

Level 1/Full Assistance:
For those who require continuous assistance. Level 1 includes the development of an individualized exercise plan.

Level 2/Partial Assistance:
For those needing help with fitness center equipment or instruction.

Level 3/Independent:
For those who can participate independently and follow an unassisted exercise program. 

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Nutrition Vouchers

Meet one on one with our nutritionist and receive a diet and tools to monitor food intake. Specifics to meet health needs: weight loss, weight gain, blood pressure, cholesterol. 

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Personal Training

Train one on one with one of our certified instructors to get the most out of your workout. Also, a great way to get back into a routine post rehab, childbirth, and other osteopathic problems.

In House
Personal training in the comfort of your own home. $20 for initial Consultation and in-home interview: Prices and service at the discretion of the fitness director based on location, intensity of the training program and risk factors. 

Buddy Training
Grab a friend, split the cost, and get a great workout with one of our Certified Personal Trainers.

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Phase IV Cardiac Rehab

The cardio care program focuses on improving cardiovascular fitness and daily function for inpiduals who have been diagnosed with heart disease and have recently completed a Cardiac Rehabilitation Phase II and/or III program. Our program provides close supervision, structured progression, and monitoring of heart rate and blood pressure for each client.

• Cardio care is offered Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings as scheduled
• Inpidual Sessions last from 30-60 minutes depending on client programs.
• Program cost is $15 per month for members and $30 per month for non-members.
• This is an ongoing program; participants may enroll at anytime.

Enrollment Criteria:

• Currently completing Cardiac Rehabilitation Phase II or III
• Recently completed Cardiac Rehabilitation Phase II or III
• Has doctor's medical release and exercise prescription for Phase IV

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