APRIL 9, 2003 | The University Rehab Fitness Program at UAMS Medical Center has scheduled a variety of fitness services and classes at monthly rates.

 The Ottenheimer Fitness Center in the Donald W. Reynolds Center on Aging at UAMS offers a weight room with Keiser air pressure machines for strength training. The center also contains treadmills and stationary bicycles for cardiovascular workouts. This equipment is available for people 50 and older to use Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., at a cost of $30 per month.

A variety of water wellness classes is available in the therapy pool of the new Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neurosciences Institute at UAMS. This state-of-the-art pool – the only one of its kind in the region – is wheelchair-accessible and has a walking track with handrails around its perimeter. It is open to people 18 and older Mon.-Thurs., 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., and Fri., 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. The cost is $30 per month.

Persons 50 and older can sign up to use the weight and cardiovascular machines and take water wellness classes for a combined monthly fee of $35.

University Rehab offers the following water wellness classes:

Aqua Aerobics: This class works all the body’s major muscle groups for cardiovascular conditioning and all the body’s minor muscle groups for joint range of motion and strengthening. Mon.-Fri., 9:15 a.m.-10 a.m.

TNT (Tummies ’n Thighs): This class uses flotation devices to target the abdominal muscles, hips, buttocks and upper thighs. It is an optional addition to classes scheduled before and after it. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

Aqua Arthritis: Exercise instructors who are certified by the Arthritis Foundation lead participants through a series of thoroughly researched and specially designed exercises to help improve joint flexibility and improve or maintain muscle strength. Mon.-Fri., 10:15 a.m.-11 a.m.

Aqua Heart: The water provides an ideal medium for performing cardiorespiratory exercises because more demanding exercise can be achieved with lower cardiac cost. Mon. and Wed., 2 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Aqua Back: Exercises target the back and abdomen to strengthen the core and postural muscles. Proper posture and body alignment are emphasized. Tues. and Thurs., 2 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Fibro Wave: Following Arthritis Foundation guidelines, this class is specifically designed for participants who have fibromyalgia and chronic pain. “Active relaxation,” stretching and light strength training are emphasized. Mon. and Wed., 2:30 p.m.-3 p.m.

Ai Chi: This class combines deep breathing with slow broad movements of the arms and legs to attain flowing aquatic energy. Tues. and Thurs., 2:30 p.m.-3 p.m.

Open Fitness: These periods are free time for participants to do their own water fitness program, either walking the water track, floating, and/or other exercises. Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-9 a.m. and 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Mon.-Thurs., 3 p.m.-5 p.m.

For additional information about water wellness classes and other services of University Rehab, call 501-661-7955.

Links on This Page

UAMS Medical Center: http://www.uams.edu/medcenter/
Stephens Institute: http://www.uams.edu/stephensinstitute/
A Closer Look: http://www.uams.edu/today/2003/040303/Spine&Neurosciences.htm
Depression: http://www.uams.edu/today/2003/021003/chronic.htm
Osteoarthritis: http://www.uams.edu/htyh/2003/02-27/osteoarthritis.htm

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