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Friday, August 24, 2012

Team Franciscan Center: Underwater Treadmill

Dr. Jack Harless
Happy August to everyone! The summer is blazing by, literally & figuratively, & we’re quickly approaching fall.


By now most of you know that the underwater treadmill is up & running. This has been a wonderful addition to TFC & we have heard nothing but good things from our members on this state of the art device.

For those of you who are unsure if the underwater treadmill is for you, let me just add a few lines about it’s effectiveness in the fitness arena.

Anyone who has a nagging joint or muscle ache or pain can use the treadmill with surprising ease and comfort.

Arthritis sufferers find the underwater treadmill to be a welcome relief as the warm water reduces inflammation and allows for ease of movement and full joint range of motion, which is vital for every human, but especially so for those with arthritic conditions.

Anyone who hasn’t been able to run for whatever reason will find that the underwater treadmill allows them to re-discover that long lost activity. As approximately 60-75% of your body weight is removed by the water, most people find that running is a viable option for increased cardio and strengthening. Try it & see just how fun it is to run again!

We are offering complimentary consultations on proper use of the treadmill. It’s surprisingly easy to operate. Just call the TFC front desk at 436-2203 to set up your consultation. Until then happy running!

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