Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute - Owatonna

Senior Wellness Program

Regular physical activity helps lower your risk for a variety of conditions including heart disease, diabetes, colon cancer, high blood pressure, Alzheimer's, dementia and obesity, while improving your mood too. Regular activity can also help keep bones and muscles strong, promote good balance and combat frailty.

Exercise doesn't have to be a chore. Physical therapists from Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute –Owatonna make it fun.

Chair Aerobics

Chair aerobics serves as a perfect workout for people with diabetes or those wanting to practice an alternative to regular aerobics.

You do not need any special equipment or clothing. All you need is a chair. A member from our physical therapy staff leads participants through various movements that improve heart health, control blood sugar and strengthen knees, abdomen, ankles, calves, upper body, shoulders and more. All are set to some of the best popular music from past eras.

Morning sessions

Monday and Friday

10:30 to 11:15 a.m.

SeniorPlace, 500 Dunnell Drive, Owatonna

Cost: $1.25 per session or $10 a month

First session is FREE!

Afternoon sessions

Tuesday and Thursday

3:30 to 4:15 p.m.

Cedar Place, 2211 Hartle Ave., Owatonna

Cost: Free

Weight Training for Seniors

Check out our Senior Weight Training program held at the city of Owatonna's SeniorPlace. A member from Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute works with you individually and in group sessions, leading you through how to use free weights and your body weight to prevent bone mass loss and improve balance.

Morning sessions

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

Afternoon sessions

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

3:15 to 4:15 p.m.

Cost: $25/month