First Step to Active Health
The First Step to Active Health is an evidence-based, step-by-step activity program. The program includes a step-by-step approach to improve your physical abilities with a variety of simple activities, including cardio/aerobic, flexibility, strength, and balance activities. Some of the materials are also translated into Spanish.
Program Goals:
- Improve health and functional ability, to promote independence, and to help prevent chronic disease and disability
Target Audience:
- Adults over age of 50
Program Description:
- Participants follow a step-by-step physical activity plan that has been approved by their healthcare provider
Program Delivery:
- Healthcare provider prescribes physical activity program for patients
Costs to Implement Program:
http://www.firststeptoactivehealth.com/providers/training.htm
Contact information
- The Hygenic Corporation
- THERA-BAND Products
- 1245 Home Avenue
- Akron, Ohio 44310
- Phone: 1-800-321-2135
- Email: info@firststeptoactivehealth.com
- Website: http://www.firststeptoactivehealth.com/
Reference Material
Lee, R. et al. (2005). The First Step to Active Health program for older adults with pre-diabetes. (Abstract). Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy, 28(3), 124.
Lyle, R.M., & Josyula, L. (2009). Healthcare provider physical activity prescription inrtervention pilot. (Abstract). Medicine Science Sports Exercise, 41(5), 367.