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Please note: These resources are for your general information and are not a substitute for medical advice. You should contact your physician or other healthcare provider with any questions about your health, treatment, or care.

This symbol indicates the care provider has attended a Cotting Connection Conference and has earned the “Cancer Conscious Practitioner” (CCP) designation.

EXCLUSIVE YOGA MA

tailors hatha yoga for breast cancer survivors and

others in the Boston area who seek to recover or maintain their well-being.
www.exclusiveyoga.com

PEOPLEFIT HEALTH AND FITNESS MA
is a Center owned and operated by physical therapists. It is a one-of-a-kind facility offering services designed for women of all ages and men over 40.
www.peoplefit.net

BOSTON EXERCISEWORKS MA

reduces pain and rehabs bodies - one muscle, one spine at a time. Specialized pain management treatment & exercise mind/body programs for adults and seniors. www.bostonexerciseworks.com

RESTORE MA

is an unique multi-disciplinary program providing a supportive environment in which men and women who have been diagnosed with cancer, in all stages of treatment and recovery, work with rehabilitation professionals to improve their function and quality of life. www.cancer-rehab.org

JULIE KAUFMANN DANCIN’ MA

Offering a therapeutic movement and exercise class called Focus on Healing® using the Lebed Method©. It is designed for breast and other cancer survivors, those with Lymphedema, and others with chronic illness.

www.jkdance.com

THE CENTER MA

at Five Bridges Inn offers a variety of services and specializes

in individual personal wellness. Weekend retreats are also available. www.fivebridgeinn.com

THE LEBED METHOD

Focus on Healing Through Movement and Dance, is committed to improving the physical and emotional well-being of breast cancer survivors, those with Lymphedema, as well all cancers and chronic illnesses in both adults and children. Our goal is to elevate quality of life through therapeutic dance and movement, healing body, mind and spirit. www.lebedmethod.com

CASTING FOR RECOVERY
Casting For Recovery ® CFR provides fly fishing retreats at locations around the United States. Our retreats are specifically designed for women who have or have had breast cancer. www.castingforrecovery.org

MASS ASSOCIATION OF EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGISTS MA

represents allied health professionals who work with persons with chronic diseases and conditions in which exercise has been shown to be beneficial. CEPs hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology or Physiology. MACEP

RAMEL RONES MA

Mind/Body Cancer Programs provide mental and physical exercises drawn from a long tradition of the ancient Eastern arts, such as Tai Chi and Yoga to reduce the physical and mental affects of the debilitating disease known as cancer.
www.ramelrones.com

ABBY PECK
Abby Peck is a Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a unique personal trainer. She holds a Master’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science and designed an innovative program that set the standard for Breast Cancer Rehab in use today. Ms. Peck has worked with people of all ages, body types and fitness levels.

She separates herself from the rest by acting as a mentor for those clients who want to make lifestyle changes and by designing programs for each client’s unique needs and goals. Located in Waverley, PA, She can be reached at (570) 587-2616 or by email at abbykpeck@aol.com

PAULA GOTTLIEB MA
Paula Gottlieb, MS, is a Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist who offers Lifestyle and Performance Enhancement Programs, as well as Nutrition and Stress

Management Consulting. Her specialties are Primary Prevention and Cardiac-Diabetes-Oncology Rehabilitation. Located in Natick, MA. Ms. Gottlieb can be reached at (508) 651-9373

FOCUS ON HEALING MA

Ongoing Focus on Healing classes are now available on Cape Cod. This is a therapeutic exercise program for women who have had any kind of

breast surgery, node dissection, radiation, chemotherapy, lymphedema, or who suffer with chronic fatigue. For more information, call: Mary Jane Doonan, RN, CLM at (508) 398-0440

WE CAN ROW MA

WeCanRow is a wellness and recovery program for breast cancer survivors. Founded in 2002, WeCanRow-Boston is the original chapter of the National WeCanRow program, which has affiliates across the country. We Can Row is specifically designed to allow breast cancer survivors to reorient themselves with their bodies, giving women a sense of control and putting them in contact with other breast cancer survivors. Rowing helps survivors to re-build physical strength and mental focus, renew self-image and develop the bond of teamwork with women who have had similar cancer experiences. www.wecanrowboston.org

is part of the largest wellness organization in the world. Fitness Together Specializes in one-on-on personal training in private training suites. Part of the FT program is to recognize the physical and mental issues faced by breast cancer survivors. Strength and resistance training, range of motion, and aerobic exercise are extremely beneficial for survivors.

The following Fitness Together are certified by the American Council on Exercise

Lisa Swanson Andover, MA 978-623-8181 www.ftandover.com	Karen Mulik North Reading, MA 978-276-0798 www.ftnorthreading.com
Cathy Schaum Tyngsboro, MA 978-649-6799 www.fttyngsboro.com	Brian Clinton Needham, MA 781-444-4880 www.ft-needham.com

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