Exercise

Why Exercise?

Before starting Hope Chest’s free exercise program, it is very important to discuss the program with your physician and receive approval to exercise. 

CLICK HERE to download the Hope Chest Medical Release Form

Please complete the following medical forms:

• New Member: Health History Form 

• Existing Member: Health History Update

• Physical Readiness Form

• Exercise Contract

Present all the completed forms to the class instructor at your first exercise session and enjoy the many benefits of Hope Chest!

Many studies have found a link between regular exercise and a lower recurrence of breast cancer. Participating in a physician approved exercise program tailored to the unique needs of women recovering from breast cancer can be of great physical and emotional benefit.

Targeted exercise helps to decrease the side effects of surgery and enables you to return to normal daily activities.

Physically active people experience many benefits:

• Emotional well-being

• Healthy weight

• Consistent sleep

• Less depression and anxiety

• Lower incidence of diseases like cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease

• A boost in overall energy

Exercise sessions last one hour and include an aerobic warm-up, strength training, Pilates, Yoga, stretching, and relaxation.

Class Locations & Schedule

What Should I Wear to Class?

• Loose-fitting, comfortable clothing

• Sneakers

• A warm-up jacket or sweatshirt for warming up and cooling down

What Should I Bring to Class?

• Bottled water

• Towel

Hope Chest exercise classes are held at 3 Catalyst Fitness locations in Western New York.

Classes are offered at:

• MAPLE: 281 Meyer Rd., Amherst, NY

• WEHRLE: 770 Wehrle Dr., Cheektowaga, NY

• SENECA EXPRESS: 2745 Seneca St., W. Seneca, NY