LEWISTON — Central Maine Medical Center’s Health and Fitness Center will offer the following group exercise programs beginning Sept. 9.
Bokwa: Bokwa is a new approach to group exercise for participants of all ages. This energizing cardio routine is set to today’s popular music and features moving to the Bokwa L, 3, J and K patterns, as well as dozens of other steps. The six-week class is led by instructor Adriane Kramer and will be held Wednesday nights from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. beginning Sept. 11.
Cardio Sculpt: This ongoing series combines low-impact moves with weight training targeting major muscle groups while addressing hard to reach spots. The routine includes extensive floor work. Tuesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. with Ian Barclay.
Core and Sweat: This ongoing series lead by Ian Barclay features weight training that targets major muscle groups while addressing hard to reach spots. The routine includes extensive floor work. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 to 9 a.m.
Fit ‘N’ Fun: Entertaining exercise for the over-55 crowd. Join instructor Michele Lamare and improve aerobic capacity, strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. This ongoing class is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Functional Fitness: Learn to increase both core and upper body strength and improve the stability of abdominal and low back muscles. Participants will discover how to prevent injury due to improper body mechanics and repetitive motion. Mondays and Wednesdays from noon to 12:30 p.m.
Happy Hearts and Lungs: A class designed for people with a “cardiac event” history or pulmonary disease who have completed a cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program and are looking for a “maintenance” program. The class includes general supervision and individual, independent cardiovascular and strength training. It also incorporates group weight training and self-safety skills. The instructors are Sue Driscoll and Brandi Eastman. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
New Mom’s Power Hour: This new and improved class is designed to help active moms and moms-to-be enjoy a healthy pregnancy and return to or enhance their pre-baby fitness level in a supportive, small group environment. Classes are structured to accommodate moms of all different fitness levels. Program focuses on re-strengthening the abdominals and upper body, toning the legs and engaging full-body functional moves. Healthcare provider clearance is required during pregnancy and up to six weeks post-partum. Instructor is Brandi Eastman. Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m.
Personal Fitness: Begins with a one-on-one evaluation and program development session with a personal health counselor, then progresses to a structured group exercise plan overseen by instructors Nanette Thibeault-Shedd and Brandi Eastman. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 and 9:30 a.m.
Pilates: This ongoing class challenges the trouble areas: hips, thighs, and triceps, as well as the abdominal and back “core” areas. Most exercises are performed on a mat. Mats and light weights are provided. Thursdays from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. Jen Swift will lead the class.
Power Plus: Functional weight and mobility training to increase flexibility and strength, resulting in lean muscle. Build core strength and improve balance by incorporating every muscle group. Finish with a gentle cool down and stretch. This ongoing class is led by Rick Jalbert. Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m.
Step Aerobics: A heart-pumping, muscle-moving workout that alternates step with muscle work. Led by Sue Driscoll, this cardio workout is a head-to-toe body strengthener. Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.
Step Express: Stop in for some sensationally scintillating and stimulating step aerobics. Twenty-five minutes of fun, fancy footwork following with five fabulous minutes of functional flexibility finishers. Instructor Rick Jalbert, noon to 12:30 p.m. Mondays beginning Sept. 9.
Tone-N-Tighten: Instructor Lin Bourque leads this 90-minute total body workout that utilizes a combination of dumbbells, bands, aerobic bars and stability balls to tone the hips, gluteals, abdominals, legs and upper body. This ongoing class will be held on Saturdays from 8 to 9:30 a.m. beginning Sept. 14.
Yoga: Instructor Tisha Bremner will help participants reduce stress and gain a deeper sense of balance and calm. This gently paced class combines meditation, easy warm-ups, light stretches and gentle yoga postures with deep breath awareness to enhance a sense of calm well-being and relieve tension. Tuesdays from 4:45 to 6 p.m. and 6:30 to 8 p.m., and Thursdays from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Zumba: This Latin-inspired dance exercise program uses a variety of basic dance styles set to international music such as merengue, salsa, and reggaeton. Using principles of aerobic-fitness interval training and resistance training, Zumba is great for burning calories (up to 500 per class) while sculpting and toning the body. This six-week program is led by Cynthia Nicholas. Mondays from 5 to 6 p.m. beginning September 9.
All programs are offered in the CMMC Health and Fitness Center, 12 High Street Medical Office Building.
Fees are assessed for participation in these programs and must be paid prior to beginning the program. Class registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Membership in the CMMC Health and Fitness Center is open to the public. The center also offers a variety of fitness equipment, personal training services, massage therapy and fitness evaluation.
Call 795-2473 to register or to obtain more information. Information is also available through the Events Calendar at www.cmmc.org.
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