Description
This is a four-session course that presents the information a physical therapist wants you to know to exercise most effectively with minimal injury risk. Each session is approximately 60 minutes of lecture, followed by 15 to 30 minutes of exercise using the principles presented. Sessions include: 1) exercise principles and needs specific to cardiovascular, neuromuscular, and musculoskeletal systems; 2) spine, posture, core, and pelvic floor; 3) upper extremities; and 4) lower extremities. Attendees should wear exercise apparel and bring an exercise mat. Limited enrollment.
Leslie Herman is a licensed physical therapist (PT) retired from clinical practice. She came to PT after ten years as a registered respiratory therapist. Her early PT career focused on major disability, followed by years of home health. She worked for the Pueblo of Isleta, creating and staffing an outpatient physical therapy clinic. She currently leads exercise classes and gives monthly talks on anatomy for exercise.