k a t h y  @ w e r a i s e t h e b a r . c o m

 

Presented by

Kent Easthill Physical Therapy

 

Raise the Hope is a  program generously sponsored by KENT EASTHILL PHYSICAL THERAPY, supported by the Hope Heart Institute, and managed by Raise the Bar for  women who are looking to significantly improve their overall health and lower their risk for heart disease through a lifestyle of healthy eating and exercise.  

 Heart Disease the #1 Cause of death among women  

RTH is designed to use the fun of our sport-based community to help women who have a significant risk of heart disease gain their health back.  Women who struggle with high body fat percentage, blood pressure, or glucose levels, those who have a history of stroke or heart disease, are past or present smokers, experience high stress, or exercise infrequently are invited to participate.

RTH participants attend monthly meetings, group workouts, and health screenings, in an encouraging, fun, challenging  atmosphere.  

 

 

 

In 2007, 12 RTH women kicked off this fabulous 9-month journey toward fitness with Raise the Bar and the Hope Heart Institute.  They had an amazing year.  The group lost more than 100 lbs, lowered their Blood pressure and glucose level, and raced more than 100 times in triathlons, duathlons, fun runs.  They workout out 3,510 times!   

 

In 2008, the success continued with 23 women aged 28-53 who lost an average of 3% body fat and 17 pounds.  They did this while training together and participating in area run events and triathlons and with the generous help of Kagome Juice.  They had an amazing year

 

In 2009, 27 gals returned  to and joined the RTH community - proving to be a powerful and supportive family of women who encourage each other, and HOLD EACH OTHER ACCOUNTABLE to attaining their own health goals.

 

Looking forward to the story that unfolds in 2010

Raise the Bar does a few things all related to the world of multisport:

-We manage a large adult triathlon team sponsored by great companies like F5, Speedy Reedy, Roadrunner Sports, and others.

- We manage programs for groups of athletes with similar goals and objectives - like the women of RAISE THE HOPE.

-We provide triathlon-related training like the Lake Meridian Triathlon Training Series in Kent and Seward Park, and coached workouts year round.

-We manage competitive events, like XTERRA Black Diamond, Friday night swim races, and  the Lake Meridian Triathlon.
 

Questions about Raise the Bar?

• Program Dates:    February 14 - September 30

 

• Fee:  $329. This includes a a Raise the Bar team membership.  The Raise the Bar membership is important for this group!  It allows you to participate in a growing, enthusiastic, supportive group of athletes who enjoy some great discounts on running shoes, bikes and bike gear, and a whole bunch of other sport-related good and series.  Payment plans are available .  You’ll also be able to tap into the educational and training resources available to all RTB athletes

 

• Meetings - Regular monthly meetings happen throughout the program with our physician, nutritionist, and trainers.  They cover the many topics that will help you get healthier!

 

• Accountability - The RTH staff are exciting to celebrate your progress with you and will help keep an eye on your nutrition, health, and exercise.
• Community of Support - One of the hallmarks of this program is the tight community that develops between the staff and the women participating in the program.  The connections are POWERFUL and help propel you toward progress with your friends.

 

 

The 2010 Application period is closed.  If you would like to learn about other opportunities to

Improve your health and fitness, contact Kathy Morrisson at Raise the Bar

RTH is open to 12 women in 2010. Our preference would be to offer this program to an unlimited number of women, but to keep the cost low and maximize our resources, we need to limit the group size. All applicants will be personally contacted whether you’re eligible for the program or not - and if we aren’t able to invite you to RTH, we’ll be able to offer you some great options!!