Pritikin Exercise & Fitness Program
The Pritikin Exercise Program, based on scientifically proven principles, is designed to put you on the best path to a leaner, healthier body.
Our exercise protocol, in conjunction with our nutrition guidelines, are the foundation of the Pritikin Program. Together, they are the gold standard in health and wellness.
Benefits of the Pritikin Exercise Program
- Plays a vital role in preventing and even reversing heart disease
- Strengthens and tones the body
- Promotes safe, long-term weight loss
- Stabilizes blood sugar levels in diabetics
- Reduces high blood pressure
- Increases bone density, which helps prevent osteoporosis
- Improves overall sense of well-being and confidence
Your Daily Exercise Program
You will receive a highly customized, physician-directed plan involving three main types of exercise: Cardiovascular (Aerobic), Strength Training, and Flexibility, all designed to be fun and easy when you return home. We accommodate all levels -- from Olympic athletes to people with medical challenges or sports injuries.
Each morning, you meet with your exercise physiologist in a small-group environment for a closely monitored aerobic exercise session, followed by a cool down with gentle stretching. Every other day, you also attend a strength training class. On alternate days, you're in core and stretch class.
Each day, we also offer a variety of exercise electives, such as Aquatics, Circuit Training, Boxing, Pilates, Spinning, Latin Dancing, Yoga/Meditation, Machine Weights, Shape & Tone, and Abs & Glutes.
Cardiovascular Exercise
Throughout your aerobic workout, your exercise physiologists closely guide you -- monitoring your heart rate every few minutes while you increase your endurance and cardiovascular fitness. They're great cheerleaders, too. You will also learn how to chart your own progress.
At the end of your stay, you and your exercise physiologist will develop a personal exercise program you can easily follow at home.
Strength Training
You will be introduced to a simple yet effective strength training program designed to strengthen bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles. In an exceptionally safe, small-group environment, your exercise physiologist will guide you through your exercise routine. In your mirror back in your hotel room, you'll soon see the results -- a leaner, fitter you. Yes, with the right strength training routine, you get results quickly!
The Pritikin Strength Training Program will increase your lean body mass, muscular strength, and endurance. Weight training also increases your metabolism, which helps your body burn fat more efficiently. Strength training has also been shown to improve blood sugar management for people with diabetes as well as increase bone density, helping to prevent osteoporosis.
Flexibility
Our flexibility program is designed to be enjoyable as well as beneficial. It reduces muscle tension and stiffness, improves coordination, increases range of motion, and promotes better posture.
A Team Of Fitness Professionals
Our fitness staff is comprised of dedicated professionals with university degrees in Exercise Physiology. Both your exercise physiologist and medical physician will closely monitor your progress, helping you attain your goals. Over the years, they've helped thousands rediscover their strength and vitality.
Working Out at Home
At the end of your stay, you and your exercise physiologist will develop a personal exercise program you can easily follow at home. It's custom-designed to fit your individual schedule, taking into account your travel schedules, daily work load, and personal exercise preferences. You will also learn to chart your progress and work within your target heart range. All this individualized attention really pays off. In a surprisingly short amount of time, you will very likely achieve your health and fitness goals. And you'll leave Pritikin feeling renewed, re-invigorated, and forever changed.
