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Sentara Community Health
Sentara's Healthy Heart Program
What is the Healthy Heart Program?
The Healthy Heart Program is a four-week education and exercise program which teaches you how to eat healthy, develop appropriate exercise habits, cope with stress, and modify smoking habits. Get program dates for the Healthy Heart Program. You can even register online! (Search for "Healthy Heart" in our Class and Event search to access information on this class and register online.)
Who should attend the Healthy Heart Program?
People who have heart disease or those at risk to develop heart disease will benefit from this program. We encourage partners or significant others to attend to provide on-going support and understanding.
What are the goals of the Program?
The first goal of the Healthy Heart Program is to help you make changes that will decrease your risk of heart disease by learning about your nutritional and lifestyle habits. The second goal is to provide support, networking, and encouragement in making these important lifestyle changes.
What are the benefits of the Program?
The benefits of the program include increased energy, decreased cardiac risk factors, and a greater sense of peace and well-being.
What are the classes like?
The classes include lessons about healthy eating, moderate stretching, flexibility and toning exercises, coping skills development and strategies to eliminate smoking. When you join the Healthy Heart Program, specific clinical information will be obtained to monitor your progress.
How do I register for the Healthy Heart Program?
To register for the Healthy Heart Program, Call Community Health and Prevention at 1-800-SENTARA.
When are the classes held?
Group classes are offered throughout the year at different locations to make it easier for you to participate.
How much will the class cost?
The classes are free to all Sentara insured and Sentara employees. The fee to all other participants is $50.
Call Today! Call 1-800-SENTARA to register for the program.
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