Keep On Moving Exercise Programs
Keep On Moving Exercise programs were designed to help members of the community identify safe exercise options for individuals with chronic health conditions as well as the general public. It is easy to determine if a program is designated “Keep On Moving” by simply looking for the “Keep On Moving” logo next to the program description:
You can be sure that any program bearing the “Keep On Moving” logo is a safe exercise option as it has met the following guidelines:
- Offers a minimum 30 minute class with appropriate warm up and cool down
- Includes a variety of fitness components including aerobic, strength, flexibility, balance, agility and co-ordination
- Provides multiple methods to monitor intensity during exercise and offers modifications based on different functional abilities
- Promotes self monitoring during exercise and encourages daily aerobic exercise
- Provides health screening for all participants and obtains medical clearance for special populations
- Demonstrates a documented emergency plan with telephone access to EMS
- Demonstrates the availability of an AED with appropriate instructor training*
Due to the variety of programs that could be designated “Keep On Moving”, ensure that you check the program description to find a program that best suits your individual needs. If you are unsure or have questions/concerns, please contact the program manager.
*Required for Keep On Moving Plus Designation
Designation
The Keep On Moving program currently offers two levels of designation: Basic and Plus.
1) Keep On Moving Basic:
This level of designation will meet all the guidelines above but does not have an AED (automated external defibrillator) on site while the exercise program is in session. Each designated program will undergo the same screening process which will inherently increase the safety of the program. Each instructor will have completed a 12 hour education course relating to exercise and chronic disease in addition to meeting guidelines and standards for their exercise program and facility.
2) Keep On Moving Plus:
This level of designation will meet all the guidelines including the presence of an AED (automated external defibrillator) with properly trained staff on this device. This level of designation will undergo the same screening process and the instructor will be required to meet the same standards as the Keep On Moving Basic Designation.
