DC Programs
Jul 25th, 2008 by admin
Partnership Fosters Healthy Community
In an effort to help the community live healthier, more active lifestyles and to reduce the number of obesity related diseases among citizens, Ivan L. Robinson and Associates Family Medicine and Urgent Care has partnered with the DC Department of Parks and Recreation to develop the Step Up to Strength-Vitality-Wellness Program sponsored by National Recreation and Park Association.
Programs & Services
Using the guidelines of the National Recreation and Park Association’s Step Up To Health initiative, the program seeks to improve the overall health and quality of life in the community by promoting heart-healthy eating and physical activity. Participants in the program receive:
- Health and Wellness Screenings
- Exercise therapy including aerobic strength training, yoga, belly dancing, turbo-kick, self-defense, Tai Chi, and more.
- Nutrition and meal planning education
- Relaxation and massage therapy
Participants in the program are required to attend four (4) classes per week at their local Recreation Center and in return, receive massages and once-a-month dinners prepared by professional chefs. The Step Up to Strength-Vitality-Wellness program is for people of all ages and the exercise classes are free with registration for DC residents, The program also assist in providing access to medical services for the locally uninsured.
Get Fit and Well in the Workplace!
Do you have 25 minutes for wellness and 20 for lunch? If so contact our office about a daily workplace wellness program. Our program currently has classes at lunch time all over the DC area. Contact us for a trial session at your work site.