Fall is the time of year when everything changes: the days shorten, the temperature cools, the leaves change and so can you! Rather than waiting until January to make a New Year’s resolution, why not make a commitment now to adapt a healthier, more active lifestyle and take this momentum into 2012?
Allina Clinics list these benefits of physical activity:
• Burn calories and reduce body fat
• Control and maintain your current weight
• Improve chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease
• Improve your fitness and ability to perform daily activities
• Prevent diseases such as osteoporosis and depression
• Reduce your appetite
Farmington Area Community Education offers a variety of fitness activities for community members. We offer classes in Zumba and Yoga, lap swimming, and more. Membership in the Tiger Health Hub allows community members to work out at the Farmington High School fitness center and walking track, or swim at Dodge Middle School. This fall we are offering a 3 month Tiger Health Hub membership to anyone who registers for a fitness class for just $43! Sign up now!
Whether you already have an exercise regime, or are just starting out there are options for you. New this fall are Baseline Fitness Training and From Couch to 5K. There are also Zumba and Yoga classes as well as Wednesday night open gym.
Plan to get in shape now and have a feeling of accomplishment this holiday season instead of having the dreaded New Year’s resolution staring you in the face Make the commitment now, let us help, and go in to 2012 happier and healthier!
