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The Cancer Recovery & Fitness Program is designed to enhance the quality of life for cancer survivors by providing physical, emotional, and social support through individualized exercise. Participants work one-on-one with UW–Eau Claire students who are specially trained as cancer exercise specialists.

The University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire is proud to offer this exercise recovery program for cancer survivors. Supervised by Dr. Lynnsey Bowling in the Department of Kinesiology, the program helps participants reduce fatigue, rebuild strength, and improve endurance during or immediately following cancer treatment.

For Interested Patients

Each participant is paired with a student trained in cancer exercise support to create a personalized exercise program tailored to their unique needs and goals. This is not a group fitness class; every program is individualized.

Participants are referred by their healthcare provider and must receive medical clearance before beginning the program. There is no cost to participate.

If you have questions or would like to learn more, please contact Lynnsey Bowling, Ph.D., at bowlingl@uwec.edu or 715-836-3159.

Resources

UWEC Cancer Recovery & Fitness Program Oncologist Referral Form

The P.R.I.D.E. program serves children with cognitive, sensory, and physical disabilities ages 5-16 years by providing individualized and/or group instruction in the areas of skill development, fitness, and sport/recreational activities.

Individualized programming for each child is based on initial screening, ongoing assessments, and consultation with parents, teachers, and related service personnel. Each child receives individual instruction, attention, support, and encouragement from UWEC undergraduate students.

The program is suited for children with a wide variety of ability levels. The children participating in this program will be recruited and/or referred from Physical Education/Adapted Physical Education teachers, physicians, therapists, and families.

Program Goals

• Provide children with disabilities individualized instruction that will assist in the development of specific movement skills.
• Provide children with disabilities an opportunity to continue working on skills that are being addressed in their physical Education or therapeutic settings.
• Provide children with disabilities an opportunity to learn that their disability does not have to limit them from participating in physical activity.
• Provide UWEC students the opportunity to work with children with a wide spectrum of movement abilities.
• Provide UWEC students the opportunity to develop understanding of the meaning of community service and an appreciation for serving others.
• Provide UWEC and the surrounding community with an opportunity to enhance, strengthen, and highlight the importance of physical activity for children with disabilities.

The P.R.I.D.E.4Adults program serves adults with disabilities older than 17 by providing them an individualized exercise program. The exercise program consists of an aerobic, resistance training, and range of motion components. Overall, evidence shows that exercise provides important health benefits for people with disabilities. The benefits include improved aerobic and muscle fitness, improved psychosocial health, and better ability to do tasks in daily life.

Individualized programming for each participant is based on an initial screening, interests, and referral information. Participants receive individual/group instruction, attention, support, and encouragement from UWEC undergraduate students supervised by a university faculty member. The program will be suited for adults with a wide variety of ability levels. Use the contact form at the bottom of this page for if you want more information about P.R.I.D.E. for adults.

Program Goals

• Provide adults with disabilities individualized instruction that will assist in the development and improvement of their fitness.
• Provide adults with disabilities an opportunity to continue working on areas of fitness that are being addressed in other rehabilitation settings.
• Provide adults with disabilities an opportunity to exercise and interact with others in a safe, fun, and relaxed environment.
• Provide UWEC students the opportunity to work with adults with a wide spectrum of movement abilities.
• Provide UWEC students with learning opportunities that prepare them for professional school and/or their future professions.
• Provide UWEC students the opportunity to develop understanding of the meaning of community service and an appreciation for serving others.
• Provide UWEC and the surrounding community with an opportunity to enhance, strengthen, and highlight the importance of physical activity for adults with disabilities.

Resources

• PRIDE participant information sheet