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Idaho Senior News

Not Born Yesterday!

Give the gift of health this Mother's Day! Now through May 9th, save 25% when you buy the Resistance Chair^®, SmoothRider II exercise cycle and Freedom Flex shoulder stretcher. Regular Price: $659.55, NOW $494.66! Visit  www.vqactioncare.com. 

1. Wrist Support:

 o All designed to easily adjust to either your left or right wrist.

o The compression pump supports and applies pressure unlike  conventional wraps.

 o Thumb loop enhances the ease of fitting.

o $86.00

2. Knee Support:

o Designed to provide knee pain relief to all 4 areas of your knee.

o The adjustable compression pump allow you to apply specific pressure.

o Precise anatomical fitting allows you to walk during treatment.

o $99.00

3.    Shoulder Support (Right and Left):

o The body strap allows you to easily move and walk during treatment.

 o Individually designed for the right/left shoulder to maximize fit and   effectiveness.

o Additional Use: Prior to exercising, a 5-10 minute heat therapy treatment will help loosen stiff shoulder  areas.

o $115.00 

4. Back Support:

o Strap conveniently adjusts in the front, allowing customized fit.

o The compression pump secures the gel pack to your lower back, providing a deep, high quality cold or  hot treatment.  

o $86.00

SIT AND BE FIT™ DVDs

VQ ActionCare is offering six SIT AND BE FIT DVDS on the website!

1. FitBALL Seating Disc

o  This air-filled disc has a unique dome-shaped top. One of the most versatile fitness and rehabilitation tools available, the FitBALL Seating Disc can be used as a standard balance disc on the floor or as an Active Sitting cushion that fits in most chairs.

o  The thinner profile of the disc's side prevents circulation issues caused by regular balance discs when used for Active Sitting. The Seating Disc has a smooth surface on one side, with sensory points on the other to aid in air flow.

o  $14.95 

2. Activa Disc Maxafe

o The regular use of the Activa Disc helps tone trunk and abdominal muscles without strain or effort. Ideal for proprioceptive exercises as well as rehabilitation in treatment of ankle pathologies. Can also be used as active seating when placed on a chair.

o  Made with Maxafe material that resists tearing if punctured. Other colors available. Sold individually in polybag.

o  $28.95

3. FitBALL Wobble Board 20"

o  These premium-quality birch boards. Dynamic design allows quick adjustment to one of three heights to increase or decrease the balance challenge. Non-slip surface ideal for shoes, socks or bare feet.

o  $35.95

4. FitBALL Reflex Roll

o  Moderately firm texture in a dynamic, cylindrical shape.5" long. Great for massaging tired feet! Needle pump required for full inflation/adjustment. Poly bag.

o  $59.95

5. FitBALL 101: Exercises for Plus Size/Under Active Adult 

o  Ground-breaking program designed for underactive and/or plus size adults. Especially for beginners. Modifications included so one can exercise using a FitBALL Seating Disc in a regular chair or a FitBALL exercise ball.

o  $12.95 

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Hoosier Village Retirement Community Implements Resistance Chair Exercise Classes 

Hoosier Village Retirement Center, located in Indianapolis, Indiana, recently implemented a new exercise program for residents using VQ ActionCare's Resistance Chair^®. In January of this year, the Hoosier Village Wellness Director, Krista Broshears, ordered 30 Resistance Chairs a new exercise program geared at helping the seniors regain their health. Less than eight weeks after the exercise classes began, Krista placed a second order for additional Resistance Chairs, as the class size grew significantly in participants. Hoosier Village has received fantastic feedback from residents using the Resistance Chair exercise program. "Residents open to trying the exercise class really like the way the Resistance Chair allows them sit up tall and encourages proper form and posture," said Krista Broshears, Hoosier Village Wellness Director. "The interchangeable tools make it easy to accommodate a variety of participants that vary in athletic ability and the chairs are easily stored." The Resistance Chair provides Hoosier Village Retirement Center residents low-impact exercise and rehabilitation, as the chair is specifically designed for adults to improve strength, endurance, flexibility and balance from a safe, seated position.

Hoosier Village Resistance Chair Exercise Classes:

SEATED MUSCLE TONING (Level-Beginner)

This 30-minute exercise class uses the Resistance Chair for a full body work out from a safe, comfortable, seated position. Gentle stretching and flexibility exercises are also performed throughout the class. Participants work every 

major muscle group without leaving their chair! This class is ideal for individuals with Parkinson's, arthritis, diabetes and neuropathy.

BETTER BALANCE/MUSCLE TONING (Level Intermediate)

This 40-minute exercise class begins with standing exercises designed to enhance balance and lower body strength. Total body strengthening exercises are then preformed in a seated position using the Resistance Chairs. Class ends with flexibility and stretching exercises.

ADVANCED SENIOR STEP&CIRCUIT(Level- Advanced)

This 50-minute advanced level class is geared for experienced exercisers!  This class is includes intervals of strength training and cardiovascular step aerobic exercises.  Participants use hand held weights, resistance and the Resistance Chair to work upper body, lower body and core muscles.  Participants must have good balance and wear proper footwear. 

For more information on Hoosier Village Retirement Center, visit www.hoosiervillage.com or call (317) 873-3349. For more information on the VQ ActionCare and the Resistance Chair, visit  www.vqactioncare.com or call (877) 368-6800.

VQ ActionCare Casting Call: Tell Your Story! 

Do you faithfully use a VQ ActionCare product and want to see what else we are working on? Have you always wanted to find a fun alternative to a brisk cardio workout? We want to hear from you! If you're interested in providing a testimonial or participating in our infomercials, we'd like to speak with you! For more information, please contact Andrew Siminoff, media director, at (760) 477-2603 or via email at asiminoff@vqactioncare.com.

VQ ActionCare Partners with Not Born Yesterday! for Resistance Chair Contest! 

We are pleased to announce our partnership with Not Born Yesterday Newspaper, a Southern California publication with 100,000 readers. This partnership offers readers the opportunity to win a Resistance Chair^® through an exclusive giveaway contest featured in the newspaper's print and online editions. Launching in April, Not Born Yesterday readers may enter the Resistance Chair giveaway contest by submitting a contest form available on Not Born Yesterday's website or via a mail-in submission form from the April, May and June Not Born Yesterday issues.  

The contest will run from April 1, 2011 through June 30, 2011 and the winner will be announced in the July issue.

For more information about the Not Born Yesterday giveaway contest, visit  www.nbynews.com or call (562) 691-2509.

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