CLARION, Pa. — UPMC Northwest and the YMCA are partnering to improve and enhance the quality of life for people in Clarion County through the YMCA Cardiac Rehabilitation Program.
(Pictured above: Teri Rhoads and Stevie Black with program participants.)
Teri Rhoads was recently hired to staff the program at the YMCA and Stevie Black is a UPMC Cardiac Rehab RN that oversees the program.
Cardiac Rehabilitation is designed for those who have experienced a cardiac event and completed phase I and II of a cardiac rehabilitation program. The program is also ideal for those who suffer from heart disease, hypertension or diabetes, fibromyalgia or strokes and need to increase cardiovascular activity with some monitoring.
Cardiac Rehabilitation can help improve and maintain cardiovascular health for people recovering from an illness or event or those who are at risk. Participants in the program will also develop muscle strength, endurance and flexibility.
Cardiac rehabilitation is currently held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. each week at the YMCA. Participants normally spend about 30 minutes doing cardiovascular activities.
Participants may arrive and get started anytime from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. The program atmosphere is relaxed and enjoyable. The program will allow participants to build confidence and adopt a healthy lifestyle.
Physician referral is requested to participate in the program.
The cost for Cardiac Rehabilitation is $20.00 a month for YMCA members. Please contact the Clarion County YMCA at 814-764-3400 for more information.
About the YMCA
For more information about the Clarion County YMCA and Y programs, please visit the YMCA website at www.clarioncountyymca.org, call 814-764-3400 and follow the Y on Facebook.
The Clarion County YMCA is a branch of the Scenic Rivers Association, which includes the Oil City YMCA, Clarion County YMCA, Younger Days Child Care, and Camp Coffman.
Hours
The Clarion County YMCA hours are: Weekdays 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Clarion County YMCA is closed on Sundays during the summer.
(Article submitted by Michelle Murray, Marketing & Membership Director, Clarion County YMCA, Oil City YMCA, and YMCA Camp Coffman)
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