In the Metabolic Management Class, participants complete similar exercise typically in a sociable, circuit style class. There are of course individual differences that need to be taken into account such as injury and other health conditions – the exercise physiologist will easily adapt the program for you to suit your needs. Participants will also be required to set a weekly ‘Active Goal.’ With your exercise physiologist you will be taught how to set a specific and realistic physical activity based goal to work towards throughout the week. In the following, you have the opportunity to discuss whether or not you were successful, and if not, what strategies can be put in place to change the outcome the following week.
Metabolic conditions often require regular and consistent treatment. The group management class makes this a more affordable, and simpler option for sustaining a consistent treatment plan. Class times don’t change so there is no need to worry about trying to remember your appointments. To begin with, you will need to see an exercise physiologist at Aim Physiotherapy for an initial assessment to ensure your needs are understood. Once in the class, your exercise physiologist may require you to occasionally attend a review for an in-depth discussion and assessment of your progress. These are typically only required every six weeks at most as you will have the chance for regular discussion and observation of your progress in the weekly class.
What if I don’t want to/I am unable to attend the class?
Your exercise physiologist will be able to work with you one on one and/or prescribe you a home based or external exercise program to your needs.