Transitional Therapy and Exercise Programs
About Us
The University of Michigan Health System’s Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) provides a variety of classes and services promoting better health and fitness for both our patients and the general population. We offer more than 20 medically based exercise classes and programs taught by degreed and/or certified professionals to assist participants achieve the following benefits:
- Improved quality of life
- Improved body composition and weight control
- Stronger abs and back
- Improved cardiovascular fitness
- Increased muscular strength and endurance
- Reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer
- Healthier bones, muscles and joints
- Increased flexibility
- Reduced stress
- Increased confidence and overall knowledge of health and fitness
Our Facility
- Our facility includes:
- Cardiovascular training equipment (treadmills, bicycles, NuSteps, upper body cycle, ellipticals and stairsteppers)
- Cybex, FreeMotion & Precor strength training equipment
- Dumbells, TRX, kettlebells, medicine balls, Bosu Trainers, stability balls, resistance tubing, etc.
- Pilates Equipment (reformers, chairs, Cadillac, etc)
- 3 Group Exercise Studios
- Locker room with showers
Locations:
All classes and programs are offered at the following location:
Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
325 East Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Suite 11: PM&R Pilates and Movement Studio – location for Private lessons and Reformer classes
Suite 12: PM&R Transition Training Studio – Personal Training and various classes (Bariatrics).
Suite 200 (2nd floor): PM&R Physical & Occupational Therapy – Older Adult Exercise & Pilates Mat Classes
Registration and Information
Detailed information (fees, schedules, etc.) on classes and services can be found below with each attached brochure. Simply click on the pdf to open an updated brochure. All participants must register prior to attending a class. In some cases you may be required to receive exercise clearance from your physician prior to participation.
If you do not find the answer to your question in any of the brochures, please do not hesitate to contact Britt Michel, PM&R Director of Transitional Therapy at brittm@med.umich.edu.
Bariatric Conditioning Program
More now than ever the medical community is encouraging exercise in an effort to manage the many disabling health risks associated with obesity. Individuals who have received bariatric surgery or are preparing for surgery can benefit greatly by participating in a structured exercise program developed especially for you. Our program works together with the Post-Bariatric Surgery Clinic at UMHS to provide continuity of care and follow through. We look forward to helping you reach your weight loss and fitness goals.
See brochures for details (PDF)
Functional Fitness for Older Adults
This class was developed for 65+ year old individuals interested in improving their fitness level, function, strength balance, posture, and overall well-being. Participants attend 2 days per week for 8 weeks. Participants will be oriented to strength & cardiovascular equipment and exercises to improve posture, balance and flexibility.
See brochure for details (PDF)
PILATES®
Pilates – What is it? It has become a very effective way to shape up, slim down and feel great while reinforcing healthy postures and breathing techniques. It is a contemporary approach to the mind-body exercise that German athlete Joseph Pilates developed in the 1920’s. An emphasis on movement quality, posture and breathing makes Pilates a safe and effective workout. Our credentialed and highly experienced instructors make every effort to accommodate those with physical limitations through modifications of movement patterns and levels of intensity. Once the secret of dancers and athletes, it is now recommended by physicians, physical and occupational therapists and personal trainers.
See below brochures for details.
- Reformer Class Schedule (PDF)
- Mat Class Schedule (PDF)
- Private Pilates lessons (PDF)
Personal Training
In an effort to enhance the continuity of care for our patients we offer Personal Training at our facility. The medical community continues to encourage exercise in an effort to manage the many disabling health risks associated with a sedentary lifestyle. Patients and clients with various health concerns can benefit by working with a qualified personal trainer to assist with their health and fitness goals. Whether you’re an individual recovering from surgery, injury or illness, have limited exercise experience or simply lack motivation and need a plan to fit your lifestyle, a personal trainer might be right for you!
See brochure for details (PDF)
Yoga:
Our yoga classes focus on the foundational principles and exercises based primarily from Hatha yoga. Our classes are ideal for the person who possesses little to no yoga experience, has been recently discharged from physical therapy or simply getting back to an exercise program.
See brochure for details (PDF)
