KidneyFit: Physical Activity

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KidneyFit: Physical Activity

Physical activity helps keep our bodies and minds healthy. Having an active lifestyle is important for people living with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). It can help with having more energy to do daily activities. Learn about ways to help maintain or do more physical activity while living with CKD:

The benefits of staying active:

  • More energy to do daily activities
  • Helping with energy, mood & quality of life
  • Helping with muscle strength & endurance (get tired/worn out less easily)
  • Able to exercise longer
  • Maintain independence/ability to manage on your own in general
  • Reduce risk of heart/cardiovascular disease

Check with your doctor before beginning a new exercise regimen.

UPDATED: KidneyFit Class

KidneyFit Class – Levels 1, 2 & 3

Join fitness experts and other people who live with kidney disease in a beginner education and exercise class.

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KidneyFit Video Series

KidneyFit Video Series

This series of videos features light exercises that can be done at home! The exercises are designed for people living with kidney disease/kidney failure.

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KidneyFit Cycle

Cycling/Biking On Dialysis

Gain the benefits of exercise during your dialysis treatment.

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If you live outside Winnipeg, check with your local health region for physical activity programming or look at the Get Better Together Online Program.