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Heart
disease, stroke and cardiovascular disease claim the lives of about 600,000 Americans every year
and to raise awareness, February has become American Heart Month.
In 2011 the Department of Health and Human
Services (HHS) started the Million Heartscampaign, which aims to prevent one million heart attacks and
strokes in the U.S. by 2017. One way to help reduce the risk is to exercise
regularly, which can help you manage contributing factors such as weight,
cholesterol, and blood pressure.
We have a
wide variety of classes to help you get moving, build exercise into your weekly
routine, and ultimately improve your heart health.
Dance and Fitness (20 sessions, $140)
This class offers a complete cardiovascular aerobic
workout with a variety of music and choreographed moves that will keep all
participants (women and men) engaged and entertained. The classes include
flexibility and leg routines leading into a full aerobic workout, plus weights,
abdominal work and cool down stretch. Experienced instructors are trained and
certified in CPR. Bring a mat/blanket for floor work, and hand weights
(optional). Questions? Email dancenfitness@verizon.net.
Jackie
Sorensen’s Strong Step (10 sessions, $70)
This is a high-energy, low-impact fitness class that will get your heart
pumping and put a smile on your face. We incorporate a blend of exercises, and
resistance training to providea full body workout. Students can adjust step
level to vary intensity. Participants provide own step, exercise mat, and 1-6
lbs. hand weights (optional). Limited steps available for class use. Call
instructor to verify availability at (240)-207-3091.
Turbo Kick (11 sessions,
$88)
This class is for participants ages 16 and up (14-15
if accompanied by parent or guardian). Cardio kickboxing is the perfect way to
keep your heart healthy. This class also incorporates body-sculpting moves to
help you get lean and toned. Put it all to dance music and you’ve got a high-intensity,
fast-paced, class that is FUN and totally addicting! For more info, contact
Jacki at: smilenbaby@hotmail.com.
Knockout
Workout (8 sessions, $64)
Participants must be age 16 and up (13-15 if accompanied
by parent or guardian). Challenge yourself with a unique blend of non-stop
intense cardio boxing and body sculpting combinations. We’ll do intervals of
cardio and strength training to help you improve your muscle strength, speed,
agility, flexibility and of course, your heart health! Bring weighted gloves (optional)
and a mat for floor workout. Questions? Contact Jeanne@koworkout.com or visit
www.koworkout.com.
