Ryder Weischedel and team (Photo: JRMC)
JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) has made a significant contribution to the University of Jamestown (UJ) with the donation of two NuStep recumbent cross-trainers to the university’s Wellness Center. The donation highlights JRMC’s commitment to promoting health and wellness beyond the hospital walls.
JRMC had two NuStep machines that were no longer supported by the manufacturer, and instead of auctioning them, the medical center chose to give back to the community by donating the equipment to UJ, according to a media release. The university’s Foss Wellness Center needed modern equipment after the existing equipment brought over from the old hospital’s wellness center was no longer functional.
Ryder Weischedel, manager of UJ’s Foss Wellness Centre, accepted the donation and said the machines are already being used to help students and faculty achieve their fitness goals.
“We’re grateful to JRMC for donating the NuStep machines,” said Marla Walter, from UJ’s Department of Kinesiology. “Not only will these machines benefit those with hip or knee concerns, they will also be a valuable learning tool for our exercise science students.”
The NuStep Recumbent Cross-Trainer provides a low-impact, total-body workout for exercisers of all ages and abilities. Designed to build strength, improve mobility and promote overall health, it’s perfect for a variety of fitness goals, from increasing cardiovascular endurance to improving range of motion.
“This donation is more than just equipment,” says JRMC Rehabilitation Services Manager Tracy Anderson, “it’s about supporting the health and vitality of our community. The NuStep machines are perfect for anyone looking to improve their fitness, and we look forward to seeing UJ students, faculty and staff put them to use.”
JRMC’s donation reflects the company’s broader mission of promoting community wellness by repurposing equipment to support the health goals of the University of Jamestown.
