Exercise and Thrive
Through Exercise and Thrive, survivors will build muscle mass and strength, increase flexibility and endurance, and improve capacity to perform daily activities. Exercise and Thrive may help reduce the severity of cancer's side effects, prevent unwanted weight changes and improve participants' energy levels and self-esteem. The final goal is to help cancer survivors develop their own physical fitness regimens so that they can continue their exercise activities after completing the program.
Cost
The Exercise and Thrive program is a benefit provided through the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Survivorship Program and the YMCA of Greater Seattle at no cost to participants.
Classes
Beginning October 2008 classes will be held twice a week at the following YMCA locations:
Downtown Seattle
909 4th Avenue Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 382-5010
Tuesday/Thursday — 5:30-7:00pm
* Class begins on Thursday, October 16th
Northshore
11811 NE 195th Bothell, WA 98011
(425) 485-9797
Monday/Wednesday — 6:30-8:00pm
* Class begins on Monday, October 13th
Participants and their families will receive FREE 10-week memberships to the YMCA of Greater Seattle, including all 11 locations.
All families will be offered the opportunity to join the YMCA of Greater Seattle after the program without paying the Joining-Fee.
Who can participate?
Cancer survivors over the age of 21 who:
- Have completed active cancer treatment
- Have a strong personal desire to improve strength and fitness
- Will attend the full 10-week program
- Agree to obtain medical clearance for participation
Registration
Space is limited and registration is required. RSVP to attend: (206) 667-2814 or survivor@fhcrc.org.
Learn more about the Survivorship Program
For more information on the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Survivorship Program, or to arrange an appointment for yourself, a friend or family member, call (866) 543-4272, email us at survivor@fhcrc.org or visit our Web site at www.fhcrc.org/survivorship. We hope to hear from you soon.
Questions
To submit comments or questions about the newsletter, or to be added to or deleted from our mailing list, please contact the survivorship program toll-free at (866) 543-4272 or by e-mail at survivor@fhcrc.org.
