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Cardiac Rehab Phase 3

Take your RECOVERY to HEART

Cardiac Rehab Phase 3 is designed for individuals with heart disease who have successfully completed a Cardiac Rehab Phase 2 program. The program focuses on long-term recovery, healthy lifestyle habits, and maintaining the progress achieved during Phase 2.
Participants receive ongoing guidance and support while developing independence in exercise, nutrition, and overall wellness practices that promote lifelong heart health.

Program Schedule

Enrolled members only.

By appointment only.

Downtown Y, Every other Friday
Kerasotes Y, Every other Friday
8 AM – 12 PM
Open to everyone enrolled in the program, but the Cardiac Rehab Specialist will primarily focus on new assessments.
Call for details: Justin Omotayo, Cardiac Rehab Specialist: 217-280-5148

To participate in this program, you must be a member of the YMCA of SPRINGFIELD.
The YMCA accepts SilverSneakers® and Renew Active® insurance-based memberships. Members who provide a physician’s medical clearance form for participation in Cardiac Rehab Phase 3 will have their YMCA join fee waived.
The YMCA is committed to ensuring everyone has access regardless of their ability to pay. Financial assistance is available. Please inquire at the front desk for more information.
As a participant, you will enjoy full YMCA membership benefits and access to YMCA amenities.

Complete Cardiac Rehab Phase 2 as prescribed by your physician.
Obtain Cardiac Rehab Phase 3 intake forms from the YMCA front desk or request them via email.
Contact Justin Omotayo at jomotayo@springfieldymca.org to receive the forms electronically.
Obtain medical clearance from your physician using the YMCA clearance form.
Return all completed documents to the YMCA, Attn: Cardiac Rehab.
Once all forms have been received and reviewed, our Cardiac Rehab Specialist will contact you to schedule your assessment.

Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.
Cardiac Rehab Phase 3 is individually tailored to each participant’s needs and health status. Blood pressure and other vital signs are monitored before and after exercise sessions.
All program staff hold degrees in Exercise Science and maintain certifications in:
- CPR
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- First Aid
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

During your initial assessment, the Cardiac Rehab Specialist will discuss your personal goals and conduct a fitness and wellness evaluation.
Based on the assessment results, a personalized exercise plan will be developed for you.
Participants typically attend the YMCA 2-3 times per week and follow their individualized exercise program under professional supervision.

Blood pressure and pulse oximetry measurements before exercise
Warm-up exercises
Cardiovascular training
Strength training
Cool-down exercises
Post-exercise blood pressure and pulse oximetry measurements
Our goal is to help you safely build strength, confidence, and lifelong healthy habits.