A Facility for All
The STAR Center Strength and Conditioning area has traditional weighs and bikes, dumbbells, kettlebells, medicine balls, resistance bands and stretching aids. There is a weight lifting Smith System and rack. Want to compete in power lifting? We can do that. In addition there are many pieces of equipment that have been selected specifically to address the issues that those with disabilities face. Often this equipment is seen in medical clinics and rehab centers. Most of the equipment will let you track your progress as you become stronger and develop more endurance. Below are just some of the unique pieces of equipment that can be found at the STAR Center. Intrigued? Call us to take a tour and see first hand how STAR can be your first move toward an active and healthier life.
The BIODEX BIOSWAY
Many have challenges of balance. Parkinson’s Disease, Stroke,Traumatic Brain Injuries, MS, neuropathies, issues muscle coordination or just having a few gray hairs can make balance a challenge. The BioSway makes FUN out of hard work. The interactive “gameafied” programs have been developed by neuro-rehabilitation experts to improve better balance and proprioception. The programs can chart your improvements while having fun.
The ProTone Fitness Machine is designed for those with limited upper extremity function. It can be used from a standard chair, a wheelchair or a power chair, The unique design does not require grip strength to work your core, back , shoulder or arm muscles. The design allows for easy independent use as you before up to 18 different exercises.
THE VITA GLIDE
Is an excellent upper extremity work out for anyone. It is design for wheelchair users, but others may use it with a standard chair. The Vitaglide gives an excellent aerobic /cardio work out, but can also be used for strengthening. It is unique in that the motion is very easy on the shoulders, and will not cause irritation of the rotator cuff muscles, which is a frequent issue for wheelchair users. The Machine can be used in a reciprocating motion, a rowing motion, or with individual arms. The Vitaguide can have the resistance on each side independently. The user gets feedback with the amount of strength and work being done by each arm. It is great for those who have one side that doesn’t function as well as the other.
The SCIFIT LATITUDE LATERAL STABILITY TRAINER Is a set down elliptical trainer that exercises the muscles around the hip that keep you from losing your balance and falling. These muscles can be hard to strengthen if you have balance issues or a side that does not function well. In the seated position Latitude Lateral Elliptical trains both your heart and the endurance and strength of your hip muscle without the risk of falling. The Seat is able to rotate and the step thru design makes it easy to get onto the equipment.
FREE MOTION DUAL ARM INCLUSIVE CABLE MACHINE
This is a wheelchair accessible cable strengthing machine. The arm and all adjustments are always within reach of someone in a chair. The arms are counterbalance to allow re-positioning them possible with one hand. The controls do not require grip strength to adjust. The controls have tactile markings so those with visual impairment can use the machine independent.
The Kieser M7i Wheelchair Total Body Machine, Can be used from a Chair, wheelchair or power chair. The dual work out of both Upper and lower extremities limbs, give a great cardio workout and also develops strength. The foot and arm mechanisms can be used together or independently. The foot portion follows the standard height of a step while doing stairs to have real world functional training. Strength and effort can be followed on each side to give feed back when one side is more effected from a neurologic challenge.Leg stabilizers and grip assist help those with limbs control issues.
The basic rowing machine is the same, but the adaptive modification make it possible to all enjoy a good work our, AND some friendly competition. The rowing community has embraced those with disabilities and has in person and virtual competitions. Individuals compete in different classification groups dependent on their disability. STAR offers different seats, different hand grips and one hand rowing adaptors.
Adaptive Rowing
The SCIFIT PRO 2 Upper and lower Body exerciser is a recumbent bike and upper extremity erg in One. This piece of equipment allows adjustments for limbs of different lengths or limited motion of the knee or elbow. The seat is easy to adjust and can slide off to allow those in wheelchairs access to a great work out.
CONCEPT 2 Ski Erg. The Ski erg is a great cardio work out and works the upper back, shoulders and core. It can be used from a wheelchair, a standard chair or standing. By adjusting your distance from the machine you will alter which muscles are being worked. Like the Concept 2 Rower, there are adaptive Ski erg Competitions both live and virtually. A whole adaptive community awaits you. Sled hockey players and wheelchair racers will want to get on this machine. The more you work on this machine, the faster you will be on the ice.
Not your routine leg press. Those with disabilities often do not have the strength, mobilty or balance to use a tradition leg press. They can’t get into a leg extension machine, or a hamstring curl machine. The Matrix Leg press allows the seat to be moved away from the plate and locked in position. The back can be reclined if desired. This allows a person to be able to get on the press safely, and start with their knees in near straight position. There is a safety block to limit how much bend your knee will be allowed, for safe use for those with limited mobility. The press allows small increments of weight increase so you can progress slowly without injury. You can exercise one leg at a time. By adjusting your foot placement you can strengthen your buttock, quads hamstrings and calfs. A total leg strengthening machine workout with no fear of falling
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The SCIFIT STEP ONE seated stepper. A favorite way to get a good cardio workout. Leg stabilizers and grip assist are available. The upper extremities grip rotate to assure you exercise in comfort if you have sore shoulders. Multiple training program to choose from lpas, hills, high intensity work outs and strength.