Walking to Wellness
The Kidney Wellness Hub is pleased to provide Walking to Wellness. There are many benefits to walking for kidney health that we have created two options to support you. Anyone can reap the benefits of getting more movement into their day. These plans are tailored for kidney patients who often struggle with energy levels and then start to lose some of their strength and mobility. However, whether you are starting with little movement, limited mobility, or are already moving quite a lot you too can benefit from Walking to Wellness.
Virtual Exercise Snacks
Science shows that short bursts of exercise throughout your day can help prevent chronic disease.
The Virtual Exercise Snack Plan was created to help everyone build more movement in their day, promoting better kidney health and overall wellbeing. Exercise snacks are 2-10 minute bouts of movement following meals. Use the Exercise Snack Plan to help you build your strength, stability, and endurance to reduce your potential risk of injury while walking and prevent chronic disease.
Science shows that short bursts of exercise can be even more beneficial than longer workout sessions. “Best of all, once regular exercise becomes a normal part of your weekly routine, muscle becomes more sensitive to blood sugar and is capable of consuming more of it – even on days when you’re not exercising.” says researcher and assistant professor from the University of Toronto Jenna Gillen. Just 8 minutes of activity after each meal is all it takes to meet the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines! These small bursts of movement can make a big impact on your health. Start incorporating exercise snacks into your daily routine and feel the difference—it's easier than you think!
Learn how to use the Exercise Snack plan and explore the benefits of exercise for chronic disease management. We’ve also partnered with the University of Toronto’s Kinesiology Department, giving you the opportunity to book a personal session with a senior kinesiology student to receive a customized plan that meets you where you are and helps you get started.
Register
Monday | November 25 | Noon - 12:30pm PST
To register please review the waiver and fill in your basic contact information in the form below. You are welcome to join one or more of these bi-weekly sessions held on alternating Mondays and Tuesdays.
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WAVIER: The personal plan may involve diverse exercise activities, encompassing a range of physical demands. Although the programming is being led by kinesiology student(s) you agree that you are voluntarily accepting the risks of physical activity that may be particular to your individual health and fitness circumstances, and you agree that we will not be held liable for these risks or any injuries or damages arising therefrom. Further, we are unable to monitor your health status during the programming or call for medical attention on your behalf. By participating, you warrant that you are physically capable of performing the activities of the particular program and that you will cease the activities should you begin to feel unwell at any time. The information provided by the exercise program leaders is not intended to be medical advice or personal training. We recommend that each participant discuss their medical circumstances, and the programming, with their physician.
Once you’ve registered you will receive the link to join the session via email. If you can’t make the session time work please contact us at kidneywellnesshub@kidney.ca or call 1 800 587 8112 and we can look at making other arrangements to facilitate your participation.
Exercise Snacks - Give the Warm-Up and Cool-Down a Try.
Warm-Up Exercise Demostration
Build strength, stability and endurance to reduce the risk of injury while walking.
Cool-Down Exercise Demostration
Prevent stiffness and promote recovery using these cool-down exercises after walking.
In-Person Walking to Wellness Meetups
In-Person Walking to Wellness Meetups are coming to communities near you soon! Volunteer hosts will establish weekly in-person meetups at a community center or track in your community. Participants are invited to register and drop in as their schedule allows. If you are interested in being a volunteer host or participant for a meetup in your community registration is now open. Hosts will be supported with collateral materials, training and a walking plan to help get everyone started. Register your interest today! Communities with the most interest will be prioritized to start first.