BayCare Medical Fitness Program
Empower Your Health Through Movement
Physical activity is an integral part of a healthy life. Our medical fitness services bridge the gap between health care and long-term wellness, offering physician-referred, evidence-based exercise solutions tailored to your condition and goals. Whether you're managing a chronic condition or looking to enhance your overall health, our programs offer personalized support to help you thrive.
We have medical fitness services for patients managing conditions—including heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, joint and bone issues, recovery from orthopedic or bariatric procedures, and those navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment.
Medical Fitness Services Include:
- Fitness assessments and re-assessments
- Individualized exercise prescriptions from exercise physiologists
- SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-based) goal setting
- Supervised exercise sessions
- Nutrition support from a registered dietitian nutritionist
- One-on-one health coaching and behavior change support
- In-person and virtual wellness seminars
- Access to all BayCare Fitness Centers

Getting Started Is Easy
Every program begins with a conversation between you and your health care provider about safely incorporating physical activity into your care plan. Your provider will send us a referral and clear you for participation in one of our medical fitness services. Once we receive your referral, our wellness team—led by highly credentialed exercise physiologists—will conduct a comprehensive assessment and design a personalized program tailored to your health goals, fitness level and medical needs. Whether you’re just starting or continuing your wellness journey, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Physician referral is required. Download the referral form to discuss with your doctor.