Lakeland Offers Fitness 101 in Niles

Community members are invited to attend “Fitness 101,” a free class that explores the different elements of fitness and its benefits on an individual’s overall health, scheduled from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, at the Niles District Library, 620 E. Main Street. The presentation will include a discussion of practical ways to incorporate daily fitness and how to form an individualized fitness plan.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), regular physical activity is one of the most import things you can do for your health. Fitness can help:
·         Control your weight
·         Lower your risk of heart disease
·         Lower your risk of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome
·         Lower your risk of some cancers
·         Strengthen your bones and muscles
·         Improve your mental health and mood
·         Improve your ability to do daily activity and prevent falls, if you are an older adult
·         Increase your chances of living longer

Preregistration for this class is required. For more information or to register, call (269) 556-2808 or (866) 260-7544. Visit www.lakelandhealth.org or find Lakeland Health on Facebook or Twitter for more classes and events.