When:

Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Where:

Hickory County MU Extension Center located beside the Hickory County Health Department
203 Cedar St. , Hermitage MO map...

Description:

The "Stay Strong, Stay Healthy" program was developed by Tufts University and is designed to help middle-aged and older adults improve strength, flexibility, and balance. According to research conducted by Tufts, strength training improves bone density, can help reduce falls, improves arthritis symptoms, and increases flexibility in middle-aged and older adults and can lead to a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Session topic:

Participants will view a powerpoint covering the health benefits of strength training. Senior fitness pre-assessments will be conducted on all participants. There will also be a review of the exercises.

Registration:

Pre-registration by Wednesday Sept. 19 is required. Please call the Hickory County Extension office at 417-745-6767 to register.

Registration
deadline:

9/19/2012

Class size:

15

Event full:

No

Cost:

$35.00

Facilitator:

Christeena Haynes, haynesch@missouri.edu
Dallas County MU Extension Center
phone: 417/345-7551