Warren County Health Department offers free fitness classes

By Kate Miller, Record Staff Writer
Posted 11/7/19

The Warren County Health Department offers fitness classes to all levels, even to beginners. The goal is to get people moving. “We want people to ‘Live like your life depends on it,’ ” said …

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The Warren County Health Department offers fitness classes to all levels, even to beginners. The goal is to get people moving.“We want people to ‘Live like your life depends on it,’ ” said Ruth Walters, with the health department.“Nearly seven of 10 Missourians who die each year will die of a chronic disease. Cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer are among the most common and costly, yet preventable, of all health problems,” Walters said. “Sometimes we perform preventive maintenance on our cars, but forget to do those things that can keep our bodies ‘running’ in good condition. Invest a little time in your health to keep yourself in good running condition so you can live a longer, healthier life.”The Warren County Health Department hosts the Community Fitness Center, located at 1000 Outlet Mall, Suite 2, in Warrenton. As a business, it strives to keep prices low and provide a comfortable, welcoming environment where everyone feels at ease.It’s a gym and it offers fitness classes for everyone.“All instructors teach modifications that participants can do if they need to adjust due to fitness level or limited mobility,” Walters said. “We also have classes that are designed for those wanting a slower pace such as our senior class, although you still get a great workout. We have Tai Chi and an entire class that is done in a chair with light weights, stretch bands and small balls.”The center also has classes for stretching and toning, and a workout using resistance machines.People can give fitness classes a test during the Community Fitness Center’s free “try me” classes the week of Aug. 29. No need to register. Participants just need to show up.On Monday, Aug. 29, Living a Joyful Life will be held at 5:15 p.m. and Zumba with Sarah will be held at 6 p.m.On Tuesday, Aug. 30, Yoga with Barb starts at 10 a.m., Tai Chi with Carel is at 11 a.m. and Zumba with Amy is at 6 p.m.On Wednesday, Aug. 31, Strength and Cardio with Amy is at 8:15 a.m., Senior Exercise with Bill is at 9:30 a.m. and Turbo Kick with Amanda is at 6 p.m.On Thursday, Sept. 1, Chair Exercises with David will be held from 9 to 9:45 a.m. and Walking Club with David will be held from 10 to 11 a.m.On Friday Sept. 2, Kidz in Motion with Bill starts at 5 p.m.These classes will be offered this fall. Membership options vary. Participants can purchase gym passes, session punch cards, one-time class passes and more. Some discounts are available.The Community Fitness Center is partially funded with grants with the purpose of providing residents access to a safe and affordable space where they can be physically active. For more information, call 636-456-1567.Exercise


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