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Randy Wastradowski, Special to the Times 11:48 a.m. MT Feb. 23, 2017

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Its been known for decades that regular, moderate exercise has many positive benefits for the average adult.

Some of these benefits include controlling weight, improving mood, boosting energy, promoting better sleep and improving ones social life through group type exercise classes and programs.

Perhaps the most important benefit of regular exercise is that of combating health conditions and diseases.

An active lifestyle boosts high-density lipoprotein (HLD) or good cholesterol and decreases unhealthy triglycerides. This will help your blood flow smoothly, decreasing your risk of cardiovascular disease.

Regular exercise also helps prevent or manage a number of health issues and concerns including stroke, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, depression, a number of types of cancer, arthritis and falls.

Only recently has there been research regarding the benefits of exercise for those suffering from chronic diseases. We know that exercise helps prevent diseases such as diabetes, cancer, heart disease and arthritis but what happens to those who are suffering from one of more of these diseases?

Interval training can be tolerated in people with heart disease and can produce significant benefits. Regular exercise can help insulin more effectively lower blood sugar levels as well as help in weight control and boost energy for those with diabetes.

Exercise can reduce pain and help maintain muscle strength in the muscles around the spine of those suffering with arthritis.

For those who have gone through cancer treatment, exercise can improve endurance, promote flexibility and increase muscular strength which will ultimately improve ones quality of life and everyday functionality.

As with beginning any exercise program, its important to consult your physician, but even more so when suffering from a chronic disease. Your doctor can help you determine what physical limitations you may have, how long your exercise sessions should last and what level of intensity would be appropriate for you.

An individualized exercise routine is essential in order not to induce injury.The best way to ensure sticking to your exercise routine is to exercise with a partner or with a group of those in your same condition.

This creates accountability with each other as well as providing an outlet to share experiences with others who have gone through similar experiences.

The YMCA of El Paso has programs specific to those suffering from chronic diseases including the Livestrongat the YMCA physical activity program for cancer survivors, the YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program for those who have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes and EnhanceFitness which is designed for those with arthritis.

The YMCA provides certified instructors who are trained specifically to work with individuals with chronic diseases. All three of these programs are evidence based and have yielded tremendous results for those who have been consistent in attending and participating in these classes.

For more information regarding these programs please go to http://www.elpasoymca.org. Livestrong at the YMCA and EnhanceFitness is offered at all three YMCA locations while the YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program is offered at the Bowling Family YMCA.

Contact the following YMCA branches for more information: Loya Family YMCA (Eastside) 590-9622; Bowling Family YMCA (Northeast) 755-9622 or the Westside Family YMCA at 584-9622.

Randy Wastradowski, executive director, Westside Family YMCA.

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On February 23, 2017, HydroWorx will host a webinar focused on the advantages cancer patients receive when they engage in aquatic exercise during treatment. Led by Elizabeth McDonald of Gove County Medical Center, the event is scheduled from 1:00-2:00 p.m. E.S.T.

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Individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer are at risk for many conditions and problems directly related to surgery, treatment, therapy and management. Regular exercise in proper environments has been shown to benefit these patients, enabling them to enjoy better qualities of life despite their diseases. On February 23, 2017, 1:00-2:00 p.m. E.S.T., a dynamic HydroWorx webinar led by presenter Elizabeth McDonald, Director of Therapy Services at Kansas-based Gove County Medical Center, will highlight the value an advanced therapy pool with underwater treadmill pool can bring to those undergoing and recovering from cancer treatment.

From a scientific perspective, many studies have shown a direct correlation between cancer patient improvement and regular exercise:

McDonald's webinar, Aquatic Applications for Cancer Rehabilitation, will focus on the many reasons more oncologists and general physicians are pushing patients to get involved in exercise programs. Not only do they recognize that exercise programs encourage stamina but they know they positively affect the way the heart and lungs react to cancer medications and treatments. Because the majority of cancer patients are limited in how much impact they can withstand during exercise and physical therapy, an aquatic therapy environment can provide a more acceptable modality to those who cannot perform traditional land-based therapy during cancer rehabilitation.

Aquatic Applications for Cancer Rehabilitation participants will be introduced to a wide range of topics during the event, including:

Attendance is free, but pre-registration. is required to join the live discussion. At the end of the webinar, participants will have the opportunity to ask McDonald questions related to the educational content.

About Elizabeth McDonald

As a CPTA for 21 years, Elizabeth McDonald has been the director of Gove county Medical Center's therapy program for 15 years. She is a member of AACVPR and MOKSAACVPR, and is actively involved in the APTA's Aquatic Section. She received her degrees from Colby Community College and Pima Medical Institute Tucson. In addition to those degrees, she holds certifications in BLS and ACLS, and is a Falling Less in Kansas trainer.

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5 Irene Cantarero-villanueva. "The Effectiveness of a Deep Water Aquatic Exercise Program in Cancer-Related Fatigue in Breast Cancer Survivors: A Randomized Controlled Trial - Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation." Archives-pmr.org, 26 Sept. 2012, http://www.archives-pmr.org/article/S0003-9993(12)00928-8/abstract?cc=y=. Accessed 15 Feb. 2017.

6 Fernndez-Lao, Carolina, et al. "Water versus land-based multimodal exercise program effects on body composition in breast cancer survivors: a controlled clinical trial." Supportive Care in Cancer 21.2 (2013): 521-530.

About HydroWorx

Since the late 1990s, HydroWorx has manufactured aquatic therapy products with integrated underwater treadmills to enable rehabilitation professionals to more effectively offer their patients the opportunity to increase range of motion, decrease risk of falls and joint stress, and remain motivated through the rehab process.

Products such as the HydroWorx 2000 and 500 Series therapy pools, along with the HydroWorx 300 system have revolutionized the face of aquatic therapy; in fact, HydroWorx technology is used by world-class facilities such as OrthoCarolina, Cleveland Clinic, Kennedy Krieger Institute, Genesis Healthcare, Neuroworx, Clear Choice Healthcare, PruittHealth, Premier Rehab, Leg Up Farm and many other healthcare facilities across the country.

HydroWorx offers a wide range of underwater treadmill pools and peripheral products and services. Every day, more than 30,000 athletes and patients use HydroWorx technology to recover from injuries and health conditions.

More information about HydroWorx can be found at http://www.HydroWorx.com.

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Its safe to say that any breast cancer survivor whos been through treatment wants to avoid having to go through it again.The risk of breast cancer recurrence is highly individual and varies according to the type and the stage of breast cancer you had. But a new research review published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, or CMAJ, sheds light on how various lifestyle changes may be able to improve anyones odds of preventing a breast cancer recurrence.

The most important one: exercise. The review authors found it can reduce a breast cancer recurrence by 40 percent. According to the study authors, "physical activity has the most robust effect of all lifestyle factors on reducing breast cancer recurrence."

Exercise has a benefit thats separate from weight control. It regulates hormone levels, improves insulin resistance, and reduces inflammation, says study co-author Ellen Warner, M.D., a professor of medicine at the University of Toronto and a medical oncologist at Torontos Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Centre.

Exercise can also help the depression, fatigue, lymphedema (swelling in the arm caused by removing lymph nodes), and stress that might accompany diagnosis and treatment,according toSusan Gilchrist, M.D., an associate professor of clinical cancer prevention and cardiology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

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Brandi Schlossberg, Health Source 2:55 p.m. PT Feb. 21, 2017

From running sprints and jumping rope to hopping up and down on exercise boxes and benches, there are all kinds of ways to tap the get-fit benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT).(Photo: jacoblund, Getty Images/iStockphoto)

From running sprints and jumping rope to hopping up and down on exercise boxes and benches, there are all kinds of ways to tap the get-fit benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT). At the other end of the exercise spectrum, endurance training offers a diverse list of health-boosting options as well, such as long-distance runs and bike rides or cross-country skiing and hiking. Given that both categories of physical activity can improve overall wellness, choosing between HIIT and endurance training tends to be a matter of personal preference.

For any exercise regimen to be effective, you must be consistent. You have to know what type of person you are and what you find motivating so you will keep coming back regularly, said Jessica Ryder, PT, DPT, an outpatient physical therapist at Renown Rehabilitation Hospital. For some people, high-intensity exercise is exciting because its different almost every day and results can happen quickly.

According to Jessie Fisher, PT, MPT, OCS, director of rehabilitation and sports medicine at Northern Nevada Medical Center, the popularity of HIIT also canbe attributed to the fact that these workouts require far less time than endurance training.

Many people are choosing HIIT because of the time constraints of our busy lives. A lot of the programs advertise that you can get fit with 20-minute daily workouts, Fisher said. In general, high-intensity interval training is designed to be short bursts of anaerobic training moderate to high-intensity activity with relative rest periods of lower intensity activity.

However, a potential downside of HIIT can be the challenging intensity that is the namesake of these workouts. For folks with certain injuries and medical conditions, as well as those who find themselves dreading high levels of physical exertion on a consistent basis, endurance training may be the better bet for a regular exercise routine.

The difference between high-intensity exercise and endurance exercise mainly lies in the level of effort and amount of time a person works. High-intensity exercise typically involves interval training with short bursts of high-level effort, say a seven or eight on a 10-point scale, Ryder said. On the other hand, endurance exercise involves a steady level or effort for example, a four out of 10 sustained over a long period of time.

In turn, endurance training tends to be an option only for those who have larger blocks of free time to devote to an exercise regimen. For those who are looking to compete in events such as marathons and triathlons, endurance training is crucial. Its also a popular choice for folks who may want more than a quick calorie burn from their exercise time.

Endurance exercise is a good option for people who have more time available to exercise. Plus, many forms of endurance exercise are performed outdoors, which can mean a better view and fresh air, Ryder said. With endurance exercise, youre also working out at a conversational level, which means you can carry on a conversation while doing the exercise. For that reason, endurance exercise can also be social if done in a group. Some people also find endurance exercise more meditative than high-intensity exercise when done alone.

Whether you choose the low-time, high-effort HIIT workouts or a long and steady endurance plan or perhaps some combination of both be sure to proceed with caution, especially when youre just starting out.

Its important to make sure youre healthy enough for the type of exercise program that youre interested in, start slow, and avoid activities that cause pain not muscle soreness, but pain, Fisher said. There is risk of either a traumatic injury or an overuse injury in both HIIT and endurance training if you jump into a program too quickly.

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Connie Johnson, Correspondent 11:07 a.m. ET Feb. 21, 2017

The new facility features a community room that will host a variety of classes.(Photo: Submitted)

Carls Family YMCA has been part of Milford and the greater Huron Valley since May 2002. Staffers are excited to celebrate a 15-year birthday and a new year with a building and renovation project.

A fast and furious kickoff for the build-out was announced in November. Three short months, four room renovations, one build-out, lots of dustand just a few hiccups later, the project finished this week with a final sweep of the broom.

We saw that we were outgrowing our facility and needed to expand to grow with the community, said Kymberly Reed, wellness coordinator at the Y. Weve always been focused on strengthening our community by meeting needs of our friends and neighbors and the updates and additions will go a long way to do just that."

Doreen K. Durandetto, district vice president and executive director, said that when the Y was constructed, some of the space was left unfinished with the intention of adding on. Even though the build-out was planned, it still required the right timing and for the right reasons. This would not have been possible without the generosity of private donors and foundations for giving above and beyond their normal donations.

Bart Reed, regional director and former director of Carls, said: "Without a plan and a goal, building out the unfinished space could have been just another project. Initiating programs like First Responders, Family and Teen programming and new programming like functional training and injury prevention, the build-out flows with these goals of programming. We're always looking for those in the community who want to stand alongside Carls Family YMCA as a contributor. We're kicking off the 2017 annual campaign, which raises money for the Carls community scholarship programs."

The 2,500-square-foot Healthy Living Center features equipment for functional fitness training. Functional fitness helps train your muscles to work together and prepare them for daily tasks by simulating common movements you might do at home, at work or in sports. Featuring TRXsuspension training, battle ropes, heavy bags and much more, its the hot spot for small group personal training and future group exercise classes.

A new community room, located in the Healthy Living Center, will hold various classes, private yoga and fitness sessions, as well as staff education.

The Healthy Living Center has allowed me to step out and try new exercises on equipment that wasnt available before,"YMCA member Daedra Surowiec said. I really appreciate that the Y considered what members were looking for when considering the space, so that the classes and activities are accessible and enjoyable for all of us. The new community room has become a place for people in the community to learn about healthy living."

Other renovations in the facility include a Power Cardio Center for group exercise classes, a relocated Child Watch anda Well Being Center. The Well Being Center will featurea variety of family-oriented programming. Classes will include Mommy & Me, Family Yoga, Sensory Safe Yoga and activities for special needs, Kids Fit classes, obstacle course classes, art and dancing.

A family open house is planned for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25.Carls YMCA is located at 300 Family Drive in Milford. The entire facility will be open to the public for tours, demos of programs and classes, family fun, snacks and more. For more information, Like Carls Family YMCA on Facebook, check out the website at http://ymcadetroit.org/carls/ or call 248-685-3020.

The Well Being Center will include classes like yoga.(Photo: Submitted)

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By Mary Belanich

Many of Virginia Hospital Centers programs and services exemplify its mission, to be the best health system, including the offerings of the senior health department.

For more than 20 years, senior health department staff has been a resource to the community by providing education and outreach about healthy aging. The programs, information and options can enable seniors to maintain independence and safety, both in their homes and in the community.

Heres a look at the programs offered:

Philips Lifeline: Recognizing the value of and need for the Philips Lifeline Medical Alert Service for vulnerable older adults, Virginia Hospital Center staff personally serves more than 1,000 individuals via the only hospital-based Lifeline program in the Washington, D.C. area.

Lifeline provides simple, fast access to help 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In addition to the standard product, subscribers may also choose:

The Lifeline Assistance Fund covers 50 percent of the monthly subscription fee, and is available to at-risk community members who otherwise may not be able to afford the service.

Walk-Fit: Virginia Hospital Center and Fashion Centre at Pentagon City partner to host the intergenerational Walk-Fit group. This mall-walking program originated 28 years ago and continues to be free and open to the public.

Walkers meet at the mall on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:30 a.m. and complete laps along its top three levels. A cool-down stretch led by senior health department staff concludes each session.

Healthy aging lecture series: This lecture series offers a free, monthly presentation during which medical specialists and other professionals share their expertise on a variety of aging issues. Knowledge of current healthcare trends and service options can help individuals age in their homes safely and confidently.

Alzheimers and dementia caregiver support group: As the number of Alzheimers and Dementia diagnoses continues to grow at an unprecedented rate, the need for direct caregivers to share and receive support also rises.

For more than nine years, Virginia Hospital Center has offered a free, monthly caregiver support group. This program is facilitated by Jane Work, a former caregiver and Alzheimers Association board member and myself.

We offer more than 20 years of personal experience and practical expertise to loved ones who are navigating the uncertain, ever-changing and emotionally charged role of the family caregiver.

Senior health exercise classes: Regular exercise is associated with many health benefits, including successful management of chronic medical conditions. Virginia Hospital Center provides a diverse selection of exercise classes that are sure to meet everyones needs.

For more information on these and other senior health programs, please call 703-558-6859 or go to http://www.virginiahospitalcenter.com/senior.

The writer is the manager of senior health at Virginia Hospital Center.

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SIMPSON She stood quietly at the podium, fighting off tears and gathering her thoughts.

Keonya KeKe Miller thought she was just going to talk about vegan brownies but ended up showing how a lifetime of heartbreak comes from heart disease.

"My mother passed from heart disease. ... She passed away when I was 8 years old. Even after a heart transplant, nothing was working," Miller said.

Nearly 10 years later, Miller found herself weighing 265 pounds, pre-diabetic and experiencing thyroid problems. Her siblings also were experiencing obesity-related illnesses. Miller feared she was following in her mother's footsteps.

Miller was one of nearly two dozen people who participated in Go Red for Women, a Saturday event sponsored by Phillippi Missionary Baptist Church's Health Ministry in connection with Heart Health Month.

The church started its health ministry 18 months ago because its members believed spiritual and physical health go hand in hand.

"We believe it takes a village to raise a child; well, it takes a village to keep everyone healthy," Valarie Gatlin, president of the health ministry auxiliary, said.

The ministry holds monthly programs and sponsors twice weekly exercise classes. Having friends waiting for them motivates members to show up and participate in the classes, Gatlin said.

Miller said that while she wanted to pursue a healthier lifestyle, every diet she tried was frustrating because of the restrictions on certain types of food.

"So what do I do? I choose the most restrictive diet there is, no meat, no dairy," Miller said.

Miller initially adopted the vegan diet because she is an animal lover. But as she further explored it and became more knowledgeable and committed, she began experiencing health benefits.

Miller lost more than 100 pounds after combining aerobic exercise and strength training with her vegan lifestyle. She no longer is pre-diabetic, and her thyroid problems are gone.

Miller has had slips three years into her new lifestyle, especially when she was pregnant with her nearly 3-month-old daughter Eviane Hill. Miller drank and ate a lot of dairy products.

Miller assured the audience that the vegan diet is varied and hearty.

"I eat a lot," she said.

An audience member asked if almond milk was a good substitute for traditional dairy products. Miller said she makes ice cream with it.

"I swear you would think you were eating something bad for you," Miller joked.

Her brownies, made with black beans, cacao and naturally sweetened ingredients, were a hit with Saturdays audience.

Stacey Greenway, director of cardiovascular disease management programs at the Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Rehab and Heart Failure Clinic at Vidant Medical Center, talked about what signs people should look for to determine if they are at risk of heart disease, warning signs of a heart attack and lifestyle changes to offset the risk of heart attacks.

The changes needed to fight heart disease may seem overwhelming, but setting small, specific goals is the best way to begin, Greenway said. Losing 50 pounds may stave off heart problems, but a person should begin with a weight loss goal of 1 pound a week; exercising five minutes a day with the goal of adding minutes each week.

A key to making healthy lifestyle changes is a medical provider who will help individuals identify areas of concern and prioritize the needed changes. There also are many free community activities that help people learn about healthy living, Greenway said.

She also encouraged people to find a workout or diet partner, but to be selective and find someone who will offer support.

Greenway also encouraged participants to rely on their faith. People can't ask God to take away 50 pounds, but they can ask for the willpower to say no to a piece of cake or the energy to walk a few more minutes.

Joining Greenway was Jane Murray, a former patient of the rehab clinic.

Murray moved to Greenville in 2013 at age 65 to attend classes at East Carolina University. Three semesters into her program, Murray one night found herself eating Chinese food and working on a research paper when she started experiencing numbness in her jaw, pain in her left arm and weakness.

"I got outside myself and started laughing, I was thinking 'I'm having a heart attack,'" she said.

Murray managed to take an aspirin and call emergency services to transport her to the hospital. She had two blocked arteries, one nearly 100 percent.

"I was glad I was here, in the heart capital of the northeast," Murray said.

"What I want to say to you is be aware, know what the symptoms (of a heart attack) are, but don't panic," Murray said. "Feel empowered. ... I think most of us know what to do (to prevent heart disease), even if we don't do it but be aware, we have a limited time here."

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Coronary artery disease or heart disease is caused by atherosclerosis, a process which involves the accumulation of cholesterol plaques in the arteries that supply blood to the heart. These plaques can narrow the blood vessels and reduce blood and oxygen delivery to the heart, leading to symptoms like chest pain (ischemia). The plaques can also rupture and form a blood clot, blocking oxygen delivery and causing a myocardial infarction a heart attack.

If you experience symptoms such as chest pain or have a high risk of heart disease due to family history and other risk factors, your doctor may recommend a diagnostic test. In a graded exercise test (GXT), or stress test, a person exercises, typically walking on a treadmill, at increasing speed and grade while heart rate, blood pressure and heart rhythm are monitored by a doctor or exercise physiologist.

Changes in these variables, as well as the persons exercise capacity, can be signs of ischemia and impaired heart function. Often, a GXT is combined with another diagnostic technique, such as nuclear imaging, which shows areas of the heart that do not receive enough blood flow, or an echocardiogram that uses ultrasound to show the heart beating and ejecting blood.

Based on the GXT results, a cardiologist may recommend an angiogram, in which a catheter is inserted into an artery and threaded into the coronary arteries, dye is injected, and the coronary arteries are viewed through X-ray imaging. This allows cardiologists to see the extent of the narrowing in the coronary arteries.

You can be diagnosed with heart disease based on the results of an angiogram or if you had a heart attack. During the angiogram, a cardiologist can perform an angioplasty in which a balloon catheter is inflated to open narrowed arteries. A mesh stent may also be placed to help keep the vessel open for longer.

In other cases, coronary artery bypass surgery may be indicated. Considered open heart surgery, this procedure actually bypasses narrowed sections of coronary arteries using another vessel, often a leg vein. Both angioplasty and bypass surgery can restore adequate blood flow to the heart and treat ischemia and heart attacks.

Many people consider the treatment complete after the heart attack has ended and the angioplasty or bypass surgery is complete. The truth is that the long-term outcomes are largely based on what happens next. Traditionally, heart disease patients were told to rest and not stress their hearts, a belief that many still hold today. But exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation programs are key to improving heart health and preventing future complications.

Most cardiac rehabilitation programs include several phases. Phase I programs start in the hospital and focus on getting out of bed and performing self-care activities and some walking. Phase II cardiac rehab involves closely-monitored exercise, usually for 12 weeks following a heart attack or surgery.

Phase III involves longer exercise sessions with greater independence and transitions into Phase IV, a lifelong exercise program. Education about exercise, nutrition, weight control, stress management, proper medication use and psychosocial wellbeing are essential in all phases of cardiac rehabilitation.

The benefits of cardiac rehabilitation are well-established through research and practice. In fact, many patients credit cardiac rehabilitation with saving their lives, even if they had bypass surgery. Despite this, less than a third of patients who are eligible for cardiac rehabilitation actually attend a program.

If you or someone you know has had a heart attack or surgery, encourage them to ask their doctor about cardiac rehabilitation it is likely to be the best way to improve quality of life and avoid future heart problems.

Brian Parr, Ph.D., is an associate professor in the Department of Exercise and Sports Science at USC Aiken where he teaches courses in exercise physiology, nutrition and health behavior. You can learn more about this and other health and fitness topics at http://drparrsays.com or on Twitter @drparrsays.

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Northeast Oklahoma offers many opportunities and locations to get fit and stay fit for those seeking better health and appearance.

MIAMI- Fitness for weight loss, muscle building, body sculpting and health are often the resolution or goal set as the new year begins. Northeast Oklahoma offers many opportunities and locations to get fit and stay fit for those seeking better health and appearance.

Five Alarm Athletics Miami

Five Alarm Athletics located at 2223 North Main Street in The Gym in Miami offers a unique cross-training style recreation and fitness club. The program has served the Tahlequah area since 2011 and has brought their unique hybrid fitness style and amazing transformation programs to the people of Miami.

We believe in creating a lean, strong and efficient body through performance based fitness and targeted nutrition. We promise you that you have never experienced anything like this!

A combination of weightlifting, exercise strength training, and cardio classes offers a fitness option from beginners to the advanced member in fitness.

Five Alarm Athletics Miami can be reached on their Facebook page or at 918-931-9556.

The Gym

The Gym, located in Miami at 2223 North Main Street, is a health & fitness center striving towards bettering our community.There's something for everyone. For any age, or any fitness level you can find it at The Gym.

The Gym's 20,000 square feet facility has gone through a complete renovation, becoming an extremely clean, updated, and modern fitness facility. Although much has been done to improve the facility, more positive changes are still to come.

The atmosphere at The Gym includes great people and they have crossfit, jiujitsu, karate, weightlifting, racketball and more.

The Gym is available to rent the entire facility for events and parties.

To learn more see The Gym's Facebook page or go to http://www.thegymworld.com/ or call 918-542-6641.

Bearskin Fitness Center

Bearskin Fitness Center located at 1 Turtle Drive in Wyandotte, focuses on providing a unique approach to helping members reach specific health goals. The Bearskin Fitness Center's team of experts can help identify, assess and take action to decrease or eliminate potential negative impacts to health issues.

Realizing that each person is different, the staff uses a customized approach, tailored to individual needs to create achievable goals based on lifestyle needs.

The fitness center offers state-of-the-art fitness equipment, including elliptical fitness trainers, a whirlpool, treadmills, strength resistance components, climbmill, spinners, a cardio theater, free weights, recumbent bikes, steps, tanning beds, a hydro massage bed, an indoor walking track, and classes at very reasonable individual and family membership fees.

Childcare is provided up to two hours a day, free of charge, to members utilizing the facility to work out.

Bearskin Fitness Center is open every day of the week and can be reached at bearskinfitness@wyandotte-nation.org or at 918-678-2070.

House of Steel Gym

The House of Steel Gym at 300 Commerce Street in Commerce is not your average gym. Offering numerous fit classes, one-on-one personal training sessions, as well as a cardio room and a weight room.

But more than that, we offer an atmosphere that makes you want to be the best that you can be. It is our mission to keep you motivated and keep you on top of your game.

HOS offers monthly contests and incentives, as well as an amazing fit staff to provide members with the total HOS package.

House of Steel offers Fit Classes, One-On-One Personal Training, Weight Room, Cardio Room and HOS FIT.

Learn more about The House of Steel on their website http://www.houseofsteeloklahoma.com/, or contact them on their Facebook pageor by calling 918-919-2713.

The John L. Berrey Fitness Center

The Quapaw Tribe's, John L Berrey Fitness Center located at 907 Whitebird in Quapaw offers a variety of fitness equipment including arc trainers, recumbent bikes, treadmills, step risers, medicine balls, assorted dumbbells, workbenches, strength-resistance components, leg curl, chest-press and multi-press.

In addition, the center has an exercise room to utilize for various exercise classes including Zumba, Tai Chi, The Walking Strong program, and Senior aerobics, for a fun way to get fit. Members are encouraged to bring their own exercise DVDs and utilize the exercise room as a group or individual.

The Center has certified personal trainers on staff that will work with members so they feel comfortable working with all the equipment and will develop a specialized workout program to assist with meeting health and fitness goals.

Quapaw Tribal members can exercise free and the public is offered low-price membership rates for individuals and families.The John L Berrey Fitness Center has a 14-day free trial membership for prospective members to "try before they buy" the facility amenities. This free trial applies to individuals within 60 miles of the facility.

Center is open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and closes for all federal holidays and can be reached at Ph: 918-238-3154

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