Movin' Forward Cardiac Program
Objective and Goal:
The Movin' Forward Cardiac program allows participants to transition the levels of care from cardiac rehab or from physician referral to the wellness and fitness center using a supervised fitness program. The goal of the program is to give patients the opportunity to reach full recovery and develop independence as they transition to an independent program.
Program details:
Length of Program:
- The Movin' Forward program is structured over an eight week period with group sessions meeting M-W-F at 10:00 am. All participants are encouraged to exercise three days/wk.
How to Enroll:
- All Movin' Forward participants may be referred to the Wellness Center by a cardiac rehab nurse, exercise physiologist or physician.
- Each potential Movin' Forward participant must be provided with a referral form with recommendations and limitations.
Physician Approval
- All Movin' Forward participants who are not directly referred from a physician are required to obtain a physician's approval form prior to beginning an exercise program
