Cardiac Rehab Maintenance Program
Directed by two certified exercise professionals, this 8-week program focuses on cardiovascular exercise, building muscle strength, and working on flexibility in a non-medically supervised, small-group setting. The program provides weekly education related to heart health and access to nutrition coaching with a Registered Dietitian.
DISCLAIMER: This program does not replace the critical role that medically supervised cardiac rehab plays in recovery from a cardiac event.
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STAYING ON TRACK
Assessments are administered at the beginning and end of the program to track progress through the cardiac rehab maintenance program. Information gathered can be communicated with participant’s medical care team, pending consent.
Following program completion, participants that are YMCA of Greater Waukesha County members are eligible for the free phase IV maintenance program.
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Exercise
Learn how to maintain and build an exercise routine that helps with activities of daily living.
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Build Muscle
Try a variety of strength exercises using different pieces of equipment to build total body strength in the gym, at home, or on the go.
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Education
Receive weekly education related to heart health and the importance of physical activity.
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Nutrition
Meet with a Registered Dietitian to ask questions about food and learn more about eating for heart health.
Program requirements
To qualify for the cardiac rehab maintenance program, you must:
- Successfully complete a medically-supervised phase II cardiac rehab program
- A physician’s written release
- Possess the physical and cognitive abilities to safely participate
YMCA membership is not required to participate in the program.
HELP SUPPORT OUR HEART HEALTH PROGRAM
Upcoming Classes
CR Maintenance Program
New Berlin YMCA Wellness Center
Tuesdays & Thursday
07/16/2024 – 09/05/2024
12:00 PM-1:30 PM
CR Maintenance Program
West Suburban YMCA
Tuesdays & Thursday
08/27/2024 – 10/17/2024
9:00 AM-10:30 AM
CR Maintenance Program
Tri County YMCA
Mondays & Wednesdays
09/09/2024 – 10/30/2024
11:30 AM-1:00 PM
CR Maintenance Program
New Berlin YMCA Wellness Center
Tuesdays & Thursday
09/24/2024 – 11/14/2024
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
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