Classes are forming for the Strong Bodies programs in Owen. Classes will be held at the Owen Community Center located at 112 E. 5th Street Owen. These classes will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00-11:00 a.m. beginning Tuesday, September 10. This class will be 10 weeks long.

Classes are also forming for the Strong Bodies programs in Loyal. Loyal will hold classes starting on Monday, September 9, from 9:30-10:30 on Mondays and Thursdays. The classes will run for 10 weeks. These will take place at the Loyal Library, 214 N Main Street with instructor Teresa Hall.

The suggested contribution is $20, which is used to expand and fund the program to all locations across Clark County.

Strong Bodies is an evidence-based, progressive strength-training program throughout the United States. Its goal is to improve the health and well-being of middle-aged and older adults by increasing access to structured, safe and effective strength training programs. Scientific research has demonstrated that exercise with weights will increase strength, muscle mass, and bone density in middle-aged and older adults. This will in turn, reduce the risk for numerous chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and arthritis.

Come join us for the fun as we return to in-person classes across Clark County in 2024. To register, please contact UW-Extension office at 715-743-5121.