Special Populations

As personal trainers we are not doctors and not physical therapists. Clients within these groups are required to supply us with written physician's clearance to begin any exercise program. As part of a team with other professionals, however, certified personal trainers can contribute significantly and uniquely to helping you improve your health and life through a monitored and challenging fitness program. It is essential that we coordinate your training with your doctor, physical therapist, occupational therapist, chiropractor, etc. It's particularly important that we know if you have any conditions for which exercise, or a particular type of exercise, is contraindicated.

Cardiac Patients

Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. Many years ago a cardiac patient was confined to bed and doctor's insisted on complete inactivity. Now cardiologists are getting post heart trauma patients onto a stationary bike or treadmill as soon as they can stand. All cardiac rehab programs include exercises designed to strengthen the heart muscle and increase oxygen consumption and beneficial HDL cholesterol. These protocols have been clinically studied and shown to reduce the occurrence of a second heart attack.

High Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

Regular exercise, particularly cardiovascular performance, can greatly reduce high blood pressure —especially by increasing the body's natural oxygen consumption and HDL (good cholesterol) which helps keep the arteries clean. Regular, sustained aerobic conditioning lowers heart rate and blood pressure in most people.

Diabetics

Exercise is essential for people with diabetes. A regular program of cardiovascular training and light-moderate weight training can improve the body's response to insulin, help control glucose levels in the blood, reduce the risk of heart disease, lower body fat, cholesterol levels and blood pressure. In some cases, diabetes can be completely reversed through regular sustained exercise.

Pre-Natal and Post-Partum Women

Fitness, proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle are essential for a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby. Unless instructed otherwise by her physician, a woman can exercise up to the eighth month, provided they “listen” to their bodies during exercise. However, there are some limitations to newly exercising pregnant women. After the birth of the baby, an exercise program can commence almost immediately.

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