About On the Move
As people age, walking frequently becomes more difficult for older adults; this is a common and costly problem. Individuals who have difficulty walking are at risk for losing their independence. One way to slow or prevent this decline in walking is through exercise. There are many community-based exercise programs in which older adults can participate. Few of these programs, though, focus specifically on the timing and coordination of movement in walking.
On the Move (OTM) is a group-based exercise program developed at the University of Pittsburg, Physical Therapy Department. OTM is designed to improve the timing and coordination in walking. Classes are lively and enjoyable using music, props, and partner-based activities. When compared to a seated strength, endurance, and flexibility exercise program for walking, OTM resulted in greater improvements in mobility.
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Program Structure
Program Structure:
On the Move challenges the brain to match the timing and sequences of your movements
with your posture to improve the smoothness and efficiency of walking. To achieve
this better walking, OTM has a variety of progressive stepping and walking patterns.
On the Move classes:
Are delivered by a trained exercise leader twice a week for 12 weeks
Are about 60 minutes in length and encompasses a warm-up period, strength training
exercises, stepping and walking patterns, and a cool-down period
Have progressive, goal-oriented walking patterns that specifically address the development
of motor skills critical to the timing, smoothness, and efficiency of walking
On the Move may be a great fit for you if:
You can walk household distances with or without a cane
Want to improve walking speed, endurance, and coordination
Want to feel more confident walking
On the Move in Wyoming
On the Move Workshops are taking place regularly at several locations in Wyoming.
To join a class, contact the site in your area:
Jackson: Senior Center of Jackson Hole | (307) 733-7300
Laramie: Eppson Center for Seniors | (307) 745-5116
Thermopolis: Gottsche Rehab & Gym | (307) 864-2913
Worland: Washakie County Senior Citizen’s Center | (307) 347-3208
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