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Old hospital locations in Klamath Falls will be explored during the 14th annual History Fitness Hike on Oct. 3, according to a Klamath County Museum news release.

Dubbed the Historic Hospital Crawl, the event is designed to boost fitness as well as historical awareness. The event is co-sponsored by the Klamath County Museum, the YMCA of Klamath Falls and Healthy Klamath. Cost is $10 per person.

There are at least seven sites in the downtown area where hospitals operated in the early to mid-1900s, said museum manager Todd Kepple. We thought it would be appropriate to use this years hike to recall those who served in the medical profession over the past century.

Information presented about hospitals will reveal how medical facilities evolved from small private businesses to comprehensive modern operations.

The hike will begin at 9 a.m. at the YMCA, 1221 South Alameda Ave. Hikers will cover a seven-mile route over city sidewalks and pedestrian-bike paths. Brief interpretive talks will be presented at several stops along the hike route.

A hamburger barbecue will be provided for participants upon their return to the YMCA.

Registration forms are available at the Klamath County Museum, 1451 Main St., or can be downloaded at http://www.klamathmuseum.org. Registration is available online at http://www.kfallsymca.org.

Registration will be accepted until 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2.

The hike is a rain-or-shine event, with no refunds. Participants are encouraged to walk at a pace that is comfortable for them. The event is recommended only for those capable of walking long distances, although emergency transportation will be available. Dogs on leash are allowed on the hike.

For more information contact the Klamath County Museum at 541-882-1000.

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Social workers appear more likely to face fitness to practise (FTP) proceedings and tougher sanctions as a result of them than doctors or nurses, research has found.

Men are also more likely to face fitness to practise proceedings than women across all three professions, found the study, published recently in the British Journal of Social Workers.

The study drew on a literature review and a years worth of hearings, in 2018, across doctors regulator the General Medical Council (GMC), the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC), for nurses, the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), which then oversaw social work in England, and the social work regulators in the other three countries: the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), Social Care Wales and Northern Ireland Social Care Council.

The literature review identified that social workers were much more likely to be referred for fitness to practise concerns than the other two professions with the 2019 annual FTP report by the HCPC showing that 1.42% of social workers were referred, compared with 0.02% of GMC-registered doctors and 0.08% of NMC registrants, most of whom are nurses.

The analysis of the hearings found that social workers were far less likely to attend their hearings or be legally represented than the other two professions, where this data was provided, with 71% of doctors attending and 58% represented, 46% of nurses attending and 41% represented but just 7% of social workers in England attending and 6% represented.

And while social workers in England (25%) were less likely than doctors (38%) or nurses (34%)to be suspended as a result of a hearing, they were more likely to be removed, with 32% of practitioners in England being struck off and 57% of those in the other three countries facing the same fate, compared with 24% of doctors and 29% of nurses.

Where a rationale was provided for the outcome, the most prominent theme for social workers was the seriousness of the allegation, which was the case in 32% of HCPC cases and 46% of those in the other three countries. However, for doctors, this was the case in 15% of cases and for nurses 17%. Instead the primary theme for doctors was the registrant demonstrating remediation, insight or remorse (32%), whereas for nurses it was giving the professional time for remediation or insight.

The study reported: Based on the findings, it could be argued that social work decisions were more concerned with what had occurred, whereas GMC and NMC decisions tended to acknowledge a registrants ability to learn from their mistakes and make amends. Across the three professions, therefore, social work regulatory activity may place more emphasis upon public protection, whilst the GMC and NMC may be more willing to consider a registrant as a public asset, who can change their ways.

Lead author Aidan Worsley, professor of social work at the University of Central Lancashire, said:Our research raises some significant concerns for the profession, namely that there are clearly problems regarding social workers both not attending their hearings, and rarely having the benefit of legal representation. As a profession, social workers appear to be more likely than doctors or nurses to be taken into fitness to practise proceedings and more likely to be removed from the register than those other professionals.

Jon Dillon, executive director, fitness to practise at Social Work England, said: While the data was collected prior to us becoming the regulator for social work, we are aware of the concerns raised and further work is required to understand and address these concerns. We are committed to gaining a stronger understanding of the findings of the report, alongside studying our own evidence base which continues to develop through our own regulatory activities.

However, the Professional Standards Authority, which oversees the work of GMC, NMC and Social Work England, warned against over-interpreting the findings.

A PSA spokesperson said: This is a complex area fraught with variables, not least of which are ten separate legislative frameworks. Whilst studies of this nature are interesting and helpful in posing questions, the limitations of publicly available data and the variables involvedin each individual case means that firm conclusions cannot be drawn.

The spokesperson referred to a 2019 scoping review commissioned by the PSA into assessing consistency of outcomes of fitness to practise outcomes, which found limited evidence investigating consistency across regulators in health and social care.

It proposed a mixed-methods programme of research looking into the consistency in fitness to practise outcomes and decision-making, and the causal factors behind this. Its recommendations were presented to the Department of Health and Social Care.

The PSA spokesperson added: In our view and that of DHSC, the optimal way forward would be to work with the sector to reform these processes so that they are designed to minimise disparity of outcomes between professions and between demographic groups. This is an objective of the ongoing regulatory reform programme.

The study also found that men were over-represented in hearings, across all three professions. While men accounted for 17% of UK-registered social workers, they made up 45% of those taken to hearing in 2018 by the HCPC and half of those involved in hearings held by the other three regulators. In nursing, men accounted for 11% of NMS registrants but 30% of those facing hearings, and for the GMC, 88% of hearings involved men, who accounted for 54% of registrants.

Worsley, who co-authored the study with colleague Sarah Shorrock and Manchester Metropolitan Universitys Ken McLaughlin, said: More broadly, across all those three professions, there appears to be quite a significant increase in risk of fitness to practise if you are male. We were unable to determine whether race had an impact but, with all these issues, we hope that the different regulatory bodies and the PSA can look at their data and reflect on the issues we raise.

In a recent interview with Community Care, Dillon said that social workers from Black and ethnic minority groups were over-represented in fitness to practise referrals to the regulator, though it did not have evidence as yet about whether they were treated differently within the system than white counterparts.

In response to the latest study, he added:In relation to overrepresentation in fitness to practise, we are exploring two key questions.Firstly, why are certain people more likely to be referred to the regulator as a result of common practice and culture within the sector?We continue to work closely with employers, practitioners and members of the public to understand the challenges that may lead to this. Secondly, when a referral is made, are certain people treated differently within the process as a result of personal characteristics? Our quality assurance and decision review frameworks have been set up to enable us to continuously review, quality assure and learn from our interactions within the process and the decisions we produce.

The study, Protecting the Public? An Analysis of Professional Regulation Comparing Outcomes in Fitness to Practice Proceedings for Social Workers, Nurses and Doctors was published in The British Journal of Social Workers 2020 (0).

It used data from six regulators: UK medical regulator the General Medical Council, the Nursing & Midwifery Council, for UK nurses, the Health and Care Professions Council, which then regulated social workers in England, and the social work regulators for Scotland (the Scottish Social Services Council), Wales (Social Care Wales) and Northern Ireland (the Northern Ireland Social Care Council).

Researchers analysed 348 cases from hearings carried out in 2018, 46% of which related to doctors, 29% to nurses, 21% to social workers in England and 4% to social workers in the rest of the UK.

They then recorded the gender of the registrant, whether they attended the hearing, whether they were represented, the outcomes of hearings and rationale for those, where provided.

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As were all still in the throes of being at home for an extended period of time, staying active is crucial to maintaining our mental and overall health. And because winter is on the horizon, and health officials believe that the second wave is still to come, the best way to do so is to make your life more conducive to overcoming any obstacles that may get in the way of your daily or weekly workout goals.

To ensure youre getting those steps in and staying active this fall, there are a few essential items you might need to elevate your home or gym workout routine. Dont worry weve got you covered! From protein powders to home equipment, here are a few items that will have you fit and fine this fall.

POWERFIT Training Gloves

These performance-enhancing weighted fitness gloves are innovatively designed to strengthen hand and arm muscles during any type of fitness training. With weight strategically distributed across the top, the gloves also feature foam gel padding to protect against calluses and blisters, and are made of 4-way nylon stretch fabric, which provides durability and flexibility during movement.

BedGym

The struggle to get in shape for summer is real! But what if you could work on your beach bod from the comfort of your own bed?! Introducing the lazy person's guide to achieving their fitness goals, BedGym! The first bed workout system of its kind, the patented BedGym provides a low-impact, user-friendly workout to strengthen, tone and tighten your body from the comfort and convenience of your own bed. Enjoy strength training, stretching and pilates-based workouts that are low impact and low intensity in order to meet your workout & wellness needs!

Bloom Nutrition Protein

Along with the delicious taste of fall, each serving of Bloom Nutrition's Pumpkin Spice Protein is packed with 22 grams of workout-fueling protein, with a formula that's easy for the body to process, digest, and absorb. Mix it with everything without having to use a shaker bottle or blender. Fitness fans will see the difference in their progress and feel the difference in performance and digestion. You don't need to consume large clumpy scoops of protein any longer to hit your protein requirements!

Built Bar

This low calorie, high protein bar sets the new standard for an exceptional nutritional profile without compromising taste. Especially convenient during these times, bars are delivered right to your doorstep so there's no need for any extra trips to the supermarket. Available in 15 flavors including nut-free options, Built Bar packs a protein punch and contains between 1520grams of protein per bar, in addition to 6grams of fiber and only 35grams of sugar.

Everlast Freestanding Boxing Bag

Everlasts top-rated Axis Free Standing Heavy Bag is perfect for beginners as its way less likely to hurt your hands, wrists, or shoulders than a standard heavy bag since it will teeter away from you when you strike it.

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[Update: Amazon has since deniedany involvement with Echelon's fitness bike. Original story below.]

Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) is launching a partnership with Echelon for a new low priced fitness bike.

What Happened: Echelon is launching the Amazon exclusive EX-Prime Smart Connect Bike, which will also be called the Prime Bike. This marks the first connected fitness products from Amazon.

The bike has the perfect balance of sleek aesthetics, cutting-edge technology and reasonable pricing," according to the press release.

We were built on the idea of attainable fitness for everyone. The Prime Bike was developed in collaboration with Amazon, aiming to create an amazing, connected bike for less than $500 and its proven to be a phenomenal match, said Echelon President and CEO Lou Lentine.

Why Its Important:Peloton Interactive (NASDAQ: PTON) has seen shares rise 234% year to date, as membership rises due to a stay-at-home shift amid the COVID-19 pandemic.Peloton has a series of connected bikes and treadmills and sells a monthly subscription product.

The $500 price point is significantly lower than Pelotons Bike, which is now $1,895, after a price cut from $2,245.

The Prime Bike will come with a 30-day free trial membership to Echelon United, which provides live and on-demand classes andalso includes scenic rides for users. The membership also includes live leaderboards and overall progress trackers.

More About Echelon: Echelon sells fitness bikes, rowers, and fitness mirrors. The company debuted a connected bike in 2017 and had a similar $500 connected bike partnership with Wal-Mart Inc. (NYSE: WMT). Echelons cheapest non-partnered bike is $839.98.

Echelon announced in August it had hired Dave Reiseman, the former Chief Marketing Officer from Golds Gym International, to lead marketing efforts. Kevin Custer, a former director of production at Peloton, was hired to lead premium content for Echelon.

What's Next: This adds to the growing competition for Peloton, which now includes Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) and its Fitness+ product and KKR & Co (NYSE: KKR) funded Zwift, who was just valued at over $1 billion.

Shares of Peloton are down 3% in pre-market trading to $91.95. Amazon shares are trading 2% higherto $3,013.25.

2020 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.

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Keeping teens and tweens moving is often a challenge. "We need to keep them active and physically fit," says Charlie Cassara, the owner of the SC Fitness facilities in Hicksville and Farmingdale. "We have a responsibility to our youth to teach them how to live a healthy and fit lifestyle through proper nutrition and physical activity." That said, here are nine places currently offering fitness classes and opportunities for both tweens and teens on Long Island.

REVOLUTION FITNESS

Taking place outdoors or indoors (depending on the weather), attendees ages 8 to 13 will take part in a circuit class that includes things like box jumps, sled pushing and battle ropes. Classes are $20 each or $150 for a month. Classes meet 5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (170 Laurel Rd., East Northport INFO 631-651-5157, revolutionfitnessgyms.com)

THE BUDDHA BARN

The "Yoga for Young Warriors" class is intended to help introduce yoga, mindful awareness and meditation to participants by way of posture, themes and activities; a "Family Goat Yoga" class is also slated to take place this fall. Workouts are appropriate for ages 8 to 15; $15 for a session, $70 for five, $120 for 10. Classes meet 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays. (1877 Bellmore Ave, Bellmore INFO 516-236-8828, buddhabarnyoga.com)

SC FITNESS

Running for the past six years, these classes for teens cover agility, cardio and weightlifting, but scaled down to be age-appropriate. Think of it as an introduction to fitness for ages 13 through 16. The class schedule varies, but are typically offered 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. daily; call ahead for rates. (942 S. Broadway, Hicksville and 2233 Broadhollow Rd., Farmingdale INFO 631-744-5879, scfitness.net)

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REVOLUTION YOGA

Teens of all ages are welcome to take part in outdoor classes here, including all-level classes and outdoor beach sunset yoga. Registration is required as the outdoor location varies. Drop into a beach yoga class for $20. (7 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre, 516-457-6977, revolutionyogaspace.com)

FITMIXX

Ideal for ages 12 to 16, classes here combine strength and cardio workouts. Teens will use treadmills and dumbbells plus weighted balls and bars. Some workouts also include jump rope activities and spin bikes. A class package offers 10 weeks for $120. Classes meet 4:15 p.m. Wednesdays. (1494 Bellmore Ave., Bellmore, 516-851-2292, fitmixx.com)

PARISI SPEED SCHOOL AT WORLD GYM WANTAGH

Held outside the facility, young athletes ages 7 through teen receive training focused on speed, strength and agility. Classes are 10 participants or less in size; all are taught by certified trainers and coaches. Unlimited memberships start at $99 per month (for nine months); one month is $179, three is $149 per month. Classes are offered between 4:30 and 9 p.m. Monday through Sunday. (3728 Park Ave., Wantagh, 516-826-5555, worldgymwantagh.com)

OBSTACLE ATHLETICS

Using both obstacle courses and a variety of strength and conditioning equipment, the ObstacleFit class is intended to provide a full-body workout while preparing young athletes for competition. Classes are intended for those ages 13 and up and cost $25 for a single visit. Times and dates of classes vary weekly. (770 Grand Blvd., Deer Park, 631-627-8253, obstacleathletics.com)

REBEL THAIBOXING

Known as the "Art of the Eight Limbs," Muay Thai is a martial art that uses a lot of arm and leg motion, and both outlets of this company offer youth classes for tweens as old as 13-14, using traditional techniques but in a more kid-friendly way; sessions include drills, cardio, shadowboxing and bag work. Classes are intended for kids up to age 14. Teens over the age of 14 can join adult classes; seven months for $169 monthly or one year for $149 monthly; both memberships are unlimited and allow for daily access. (2343 Hempstead Tpke., East Meadow, 516-520-0503, and 161 Terry Rd., Smithtown, 631-656-8969, rebelthaiboxing.com)

YMCA

Classes intended for teens and tweens run through Nov. 14 and are now open for registration. A "Teen Basics" swimming class is geared for those who are non-swimmers and swimmers who want to be more comfortable in the water, whereas "Water Movement" classes are ideal for those up to age 12. Y member registration is required to participate in classes. Schedules vary per class and can be viewed online at ymcali.org/schedules/programs-classes.

By Ian J. Stark Special to Newsday

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Fearless Kitty Rescue is creating an outlet for people to work out while supporting the nonprofit an hour-long class taught by an experienced fitness instructor.

The event will be hosted by instructor Lisa Cargill, Saturday, Sept. 26, 89am, at the Fearless Kitty Rescue backyard (the back parking lot): 16832 E. Avenue of the Fountains, Fountain Hills.

All levels of skill and all ages are welcome. There will be a limit of 25 people to comply with safe social distancing guidelines. There will be no exercises that require sitting on the ground, but participants can bring mats if they wish. Masks are required. Except (participant choice) during classes.

The cost is $15 per person and all proceeds will go to the cats and kittens of Fearless Kitty Rescue.

Interested participants can register online: fearlesskittyrescue.org/fitness-for-felines.

There will be a water station and a boutique table where people can buy logo items and selected merchandise from the boutique.

Kim Kamins, CEO, said, We are testing this out as a potential monthly event. If we get enough interest, we will move to a regular schedule.

She added, There are 10 stations that the instructor will be laying out with a few fun cat props thrown in the mix. And, a bag of cat toys will be given to all paid attendees.

Participants are encouraged to dress in their best cat gear anything to make it a festive workout.

For more information visit fearlesskittyrescue.org.

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HONOLULU (KHON2) Under Mayor Kirk Caldwells new reopening strategy gyms and fitness centers will be allowed to open, but only for outdoor exercise and at limited numbers.

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The caution for indoor training comes after two Oahu gyms were linked to clusters of COVID-19 cases back in July.

Before the second stay-at-home order went into effect, Parado Power Personal Training owner Blake Parado upgraded his facility to make it compliant with the guidelines.

We invested money and tried to follow all the protocols, we actually tried to exceed the protocols, Parado said.

He says he now has to take things week by week to see if his business can survive until tier two, where they can go back indoors with just 25% capacity. Thats followed by tier three at 50% capacity.

Group fitness classes are allowed to have 5 people outdoors in the first tier, including the instructor. In tier two, 10 people are allowed outdoors and five indoors. The indoor allowance increases to 10 in tier three. For tier four, 25 people are allowed indoors and outdoors.

In each tier, face coverings and/or social distancing are required.

For now, gyms have to be creative.

We fortunately have a lot of parking at our gym right outside, Parado said. So I feel like they allow us, and we get the ok to block out a few stalls. A lot of our equipment is easy to move like kettlebells, dumbbells, and medicine bars so we can easily push them outside of the gym.

Kids have been couped up indoors without school, parks, or sports.

Personal trainer Kenny Patton, who works extensively with young athletes, is keeping his classes online.

Its kind of unpredictable right now and with the tiers now its kind of a little bit better so now I can kind of plan a little bit more, Patton said.

Outdoor organized sports with a permit arent allowed until tier four. Outdoor sports without a permit are allowed five people in tiers one and two, 10 people in tier three, and 25 people in tier four.

We do weekly challenges so they compete against themselves and kid against each other, and Im trying to get to the understand like whats not complain, Patton said. These are the cards were dealt, lets just get better.

No matter the age, and with gym options so limited, there are ways to get exercise in. Both Patton and Parado recommend doing so slowly to begin to avoid injury.

If you can try to get outside going for walks, it may not seem the same as going to the gym but at least better than nothing, Parado said.

Do 20-30 minutes a day, nothing crazy, Patton said. You got to get started somewhere. Theres yoga classes. Theres all kinds of things on YouTube that you can do.

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Wearable fitness technology companiesclaim to optimize athletic training, recovery, quality of sleep, and result in an overall increase in well-being. Although the accuracy of some of the devices have been called into question, studies have found that these wearable fitness trackers can promote behavioral changesassociated with heart rate and daily step count that are linked in more active lifestyles.

However, what happens when one of these companies publicly claims to be able to predict the risk of infection from a disease?

WHOOP is a wearable fitness technology company that has received media interest for claims of being able to predict risk of COVID-19 earlier than the onset of noticeable symptoms. They claim that monitoringtheusers resting respiration rate (taken when the user's breathing rate is the lowest, at night) can help in early detection of the virus. COVID-19 is, first and foremost, a respiratory tract infection thatcan causerespiratory distress.If the WHOOP app notices any abnormal variation in the users resting breathing rate, wearers may receive a notice that they are at risk of being infected by COVID-19. By being able to identify any abnormality in respiration, users could potentially get tested and isolate themselves earlier than they would otherwise.

The company, which has financial backing from the co-founder of Twitter Jack Dorsey and NBA basketball player Kevin Durant, received even further attention when pro-golfer Nick Watney was alerted, accurately, via the WHOOP app that he may have COVID-19. This led to the PGA tour acquiring WHOOP straps for its employees and athletes. But besides anecdotal accounts, what is the scientific evidence that this fitness strap can accurately predict COVID-19 infection from respiration rate?

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Only one study exists examining WHOOPs claims regarding COVID and, despite media outlets reporting this paper as scientific evidence of the validity of the device, it has yet to be peer-reviewed. Incidentally, this study was funded by WHOOP, and was also a collaborative effort with researchers from Central Queensland University and WHOOP. Laying aside the bias of being conducted and funded by WHOOP, this study, at least on the surface, seems to have positive results. WHOOP's algorithm to track respiration rate was able to identify 20 percent of COVID-19 positive individuals two days before those users started reporting symptoms, and 80 percent of positive cases by day three of reported symptoms. Identifying a COVID-19 infection this early would allow patients to get tested and isolate themselves much earlier, potentially slowing the spread of the disease.

Unfortunately, the positive results seem less impressive when diving into the study's methods. WHOOP was tasked with creating an algorithm that could monitor nightly variation of respiration rate and identify abnormal readings as a possible COVID-19 infection. However, no long-term investigations studying nightly variation in respiratory rate have been conducted. The investigators solution was to use their own users data in order to create a baseline for normal nightly respiratory variation. This supplementary dataset used 25,000 users' nightly data, accounting for 750,000 nights of sleep. By doing so, WHOOP's studyworks under the assumption that their device is fully accurate in its ability to measure respiration rate.

No long-term investigations studying nightly variation in respiratory rate have been conducted.

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Since these devices were originally intended for promotingpositive behavioral changes such as increased physical activity and improved quality of sleep, precise accuracy (as required in clinical medicine) was not necessary. Currently, only one peer-reviewed paper validating the WHOOP straps accuracy in measuring respiration rate at night exists. The resultswere positive and concludethat WHOOP is accurate compared to the gold standard, inductance plethysmography, which measures the movement of the chest and abdominal wall to calculate respiratory rate. However, the number of participants in this studywaslow,and the researchers only used one night of sleep to evaluate the straps accuracy. A larger, more extensive clinical study would likely be required to validate the accuracy of the WHOOP strap.

Potential problems also exist in the inclusion criteria for subjects. For this investigation, all subjects were already WHOOP customers and either had already begun self-reporting COVID-19 symptoms or had been tested for COVID-19 infection. This choice in inclusion criteria represents a methodological problem as the population used in this study may not be representative of the general population as a whole. Using only WHOOP users could affect the sensitivity of the algorithmas the demographics may not accurately reflect the general populace. And by only including subjects that were already self-reporting COVID-19 symptoms or had already undergone testing, subjects experienced a much higher rate of infection than the general population. Although the algorithm identified many of the COVID-19 positive cases in their investigation, its ability to predict infection in much larger populations with lower rates of infection, as well as ailments with similar symptoms, remains untested.

Indeed, monitoring respiration rate in a population that likely has been exposed to COVID-19 may in fact be a potential tool for early detection. However, variation of respiratory rate is also a common symptom for many ailments such as mild infections. Unfortunately, WHOOPs algorithm shows no ability to discriminate between a possible COVID-19 infection from any other pathological condition that features a variation in respiration, likely limiting any potentially useful application.

WHOOP's studies leave many unanswered questions regarding their strap's relative accuracy, as well as ability to predict risk of COVID-19 infection in a clinically useful way. And yet it is entirely possible that the fitness band does everything that it is purported to do. However, when a brand or company takes a step into the realm of clinical medicine by claiming ability to predict risk of infection from disease, for instance such claims need to be rigorously investigated.

Unfortunately for WHOOP, there is a lack of empirical evidence that would likely prevent this type of technology from being widely used in the fight against the spread of COVID-19 infection. WHOOP represents a useful reminder to maintain a healthy skepticism when dealing with claims from a company, especially in regards to the health and wellbeing of the consumer.

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After obtaining certification as essential businesses, Planet Fitness franchises in Kern County have been allowed to open for indoor workouts, even as other gyms are restricted to outdoor activity only.

Kern County Public Health Services classified the local fitness centers as an essential healthcare/public health service after the gym chain joined the Medical Fitness Association, a North Carolina-based nonprofit that seeks to integrate medical practices into fitness facilities for better health outcomes.

Our approach is we take anybody that comes in the door, whether you're an absolute elite athlete or a grandma, said association President Bob Boone. Our goal is to optimize your well-being no matter what state you might be in.

Members of the association are encouraged to follow procedures that transform gyms into part of a communitys overall health care network. Although fitness centers do not need to have all of the associations guidelines in place to join, Boone said the nonprofit's members hopefully will install a medical advisory board, track health outcomes of participants and potentially make referrals to primary care physicians.

He said association members must follow reopening guidelines developed over a three-month period in consultation with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that are designed to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

We worked from March through July to develop these guidelines, he said. Its based on enhanced distancing more than what you normally are hearing. Its a higher standard than what any governor that Ive seen has put out.

He added that no cases of COVID-19 had been reported at member facilities across the country that have opened.

In an email to members, Planet Fitness said employees would undergo daily temperature checks and receive extensive training in sanitization policies. Gym members will be required to wear a mask inside and maintain physical distance.

At Planet Fitness, we know one of the best ways to stay healthy is to stay active and access to an affordable, high-quality fitness experience is important to the Bakersfield community, Planet Fitness spokeswoman Becky Zirlen said in an email. In reopening our locations, we have taken a number of steps to protect the health and well-being of our staff and members, which include enhanced cleanliness and sanitization policies and procedures, physical distancing measures in our spacious and well-ventilated clubs, mask requirements, touchless check-in and more.

Californias Blueprint for a Safer Economy, the rules by which counties must abide to reopen businesses, says counties with a widespread coronavirus outbreak can only allow gyms to be open outdoors. Kern County falls into the states classification of a widespread outbreak, and thus, most gyms have not been able to open.

In the next lowest of the four tiers, substantial, gyms can only open indoors at a maximum of 10 percent capacity.

It is unclear if an attendance cap has been placed on local Planet Fitness locations.

For the moment, other gym owners throughout the county must watch and wait.

Approval for all fitness facilities to reopen indoor operations will come from the state, Kern County Public Health Services spokeswoman Michelle Corson said, and the governor has not announced any time frames associated with lifting the current modifications in place at this time.

You can reach Sam Morgen at 661-395-7415. You may also follow him on Twitter @smorgenTBC.

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A groundbreaking ceremony took place today to kick off the Middle Branch Fitness and Wellness Center at Reedbird Park in Cherry Hill. This follows a groundbreaking earlier this month for the BGE Field presented by KELLY, which is a new turf field being constructed at Reedbird Park. Both projects are part of Baltimore City Recreation and Parks (BCRP) redevelopment of the Cherry Hill park which was once the location of a landfill.

The Middle Branch Fitness and Wellness Centerwill be fronted by a new community plaza and have three separate pools including a lap pool, a plunge pool with a slide, and a wading pool for kids; an open area with fitness and gym equipment; studios for fitness classes; a gymnasium with a basketball court; and a maker space. A second-story walking track will travel through all the different sections of the building.

Funding for the $23.1-million Middle Branch Fitness and Wellness Center comes from City and State bonds, Community Development Block Grant funds, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Program Open Space, a surtax on Horseshoe Casinos table games for City recreation programs, and Casino Local Impact Fund Grants which is overseen by the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership (SBGP) and the City through the Casino Local Development Council.

The Middle Branch Fitness and Wellness Center is expected to open just over a year from now.

Reedbird Park is located on the southern end of Cherry Hill along the Patpasco River and adjacent to Potee St./Rt 2. Adam Boarman, chief of capital development for BCRP, told SouthBMore.com in June that its a beautiful site, but very underutilized. Along with the splash park, it has two basketball courts, two tennis courts, a playground, paths connecting to the Gwynns Falls Trail, and a large grass field. It also has a small fishing pier on the river.

The current location of the playground and sports courts, which sit adjacent to Potee St., will be replaced by BGE Field presented by KELLY. The field will be set up for field sports like soccer, lacrosse, and football, as well as be positioned so that baseball and softball can take place on the field. It will have lights and bleachers.

The field is expected to be completed in Spring 2021. The project was fundraised and will be constructed by the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation.

SBGP is putting more than $750,000 into this $2.25-million field project. Additional donors include BGE, KELLY, the Baltimore Ravens, Jay and Patty Baker, Under Armour, and Weller Development.

BCRP will operate a variety of after-school sports programs and the Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation will run its Badges for Baseball program which has police officers coaching youth baseball teams.

Adjacent to the turf field will be three grass fields. In a second phase, lights and a walking path around the fields will be added. The fields will eventually have a field house.

The fields will open before the Middle Branch Fitness and Wellness Center is completed.

A 100-space parking lot will be built just west of the center and just north of the three grass fields.

BCRP has teamed with GWWO Architects and Floura Teeter Landscape Architects on the plan.

A second phase of the project will add a dog park and two outdoor basketball courts along Reedbird Ave. and a playground located in-between the sports fields.

Boarman said he would eventually like to see some invasive species management along the waterfront which currently blocks views of the water. He also said it would be great to do a boardwalk along the water one day, but said that is not currently in the budget.

Baltimore City Recreation and Parks is honored by the opportunity to bring Baltimore its first-ever regional recreation facility, said BCRP Executive Director Reginald Moore in a press release. We look forward to the day when this new center becomes Baltimores standard of recreation.

As a product of East Baltimore recreation centers, it is one of my main goals to constantly grow and improve the citys recreation options, said Mayor Bernard C. Jack Young in a press release. The new Middle Branch Fitness and Wellness Center will not only serve as the recreation hub for the South Baltimore communities but will also reimagine the way Baltimore City enjoys recreation as a whole.

Were thrilled to see local grants from Horseshoe and casino gaming in Maryland have such a positive and tangible impact for the residents of South Baltimore, said Horseshoe Baltimore Senior Vice President and General Manager Randy Conroy in a press release. It is exciting to see construction begin on this world-class facility, which will play a critical role in promoting health, fitness and fun for the entire community.

Senate President Bill Ferguson (Maryland 46th), who represents Cherry Hill said in a press release: This is what elected leaders from South Baltimore envisioned when bringing casino gaming to Maryland. Beyond the thousands of jobs created, were targeting the economic benefits to expanding opportunities and improving health, education and quality of life for the communities that surround the casinos.

Rendering from a BCRP video

Rendering courtesy of BCRP, GWWO Architects, and Floura Teeter Landscape Architects (click to enlarge)

Renderings courtesy of BCRP and GWWO Architects

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Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for the $23.1-Million Middle Branch Fitness and Wellness Center - SouthBMore.com

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