Classes are forming for the Strong Bodies programs across Clark County in various locations.
• Loyal Library on Monday & Thursday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. starting August 18 (214 N Main St., Loyal)
• Owen Community Center on Tuesday & Thursday from 8:30-9:30 a.m. starting September 2 (112 E 5th St., Owen)
• Dorchester Memorial Hall on Tuesday & Thursday from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. starting September 2 (175 N 2nd St., Dorchester)
• Greenwood (Old Gym) on Tuesday & Thursday from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. starting September 2 (306 W Central Ave, Greenwood)
• Colby Senior Care on Monday & Wednesday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. starting September 8 (510 W Wausau St., Colby)
• Granton Zion Lutheran Church on Monday & Thursday from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. starting September 8 (W2894 Granton Rd., Granton)
The suggested contribution is $20, which is used to expand and fund the program at all locations across Clark County, but no one will be turned away for non-payment.
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.
To register please contact the UW-Extension office at 715-743-5121 or email crystal.walters@wisc.edu for any questions.