Monday 2 September 2013

Kankakee: Cardiac rehab kick start program

Presence St. Mary’s Cardiac Rehabilitation's First Step: A Kick Start Program for Better Health program starts, and is held on an ongoing basis, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in the Cardiac Rehab MedCentre East, Suite 200, 455 W. Court St., Kankakee. There is no specific start date for these classes. People are placed into a group as they call and the class dates are set accordingly.

The cost for 12 sessions for four weeks is $60. First Step is a professionally monitored, individualized exercise sessions for people suffering from chronic disease. Some of the conditions include obesity, hypertension, abnormal cholesterol or triglycerides, congestive heart failure, respiratory problems, diabetes or just an overall sedentary lifestyle. Medical staff regularly checks vital signs during exercises to ensure safety. Each participant is given an individualized exercise plan and weekly education tailored to their specific risk factors. After graduating, individuals are helped as they continue exercising for health success.

For more information or to register, call cardiac rehabilitation at 815-937-2085.


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