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Milton YMCA Hosting "Fit To Be Tried" Program

Milton YMCA Hosting "Fit To Be Tried" Program - Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 4:53PM EST

Reported by: Jeremy Deebel
Wednesday, Oct 7, 2009 @ 04:53pm EDT
Milton, Northumberland County-

Officials at the Milton Area YMCA have issued their Fall Fitness Challenge. The program is called "Fit To Be Tried."

One hundred days for one hundred dollars. That's the pitch that the Milton staff hopes will bring people through their doors- people looking to get back into shape.

The "Fit To Be Tried" program kicks off on October 17th.

Branch Executive Director Ron Marshall said, "What we try to do is both a recruitment and retention program. We try to get new people in to utilize our facility and just show the people what we have to offer."

Program Director Mike Smith demonstrated some of the exercises people can do here- moves that will help build muscle mass, improve cardiovascular conditioning, or drop those extra pounds.

In addition to losing weight and getting in shape, there are plenty of other incentives for people who get involved with the program.

Smith explained, "We're going to offer a cardio challenge, where you record your minutes, and we're going to have some prizes at the end. A weight loss challenge, again with prizes at the end."

Studies show people who stay in shape also have healthier immune systems.

"Y" officials say one of the goals is to let people know there's something here for everybody.

Marshall noted, "Aerobics programs, swimming- we have a lot of aquatics programs, we have a great facility in here, an adult fitness center and that's utilized a lot. So we try to tie all that together to help the people that might need it in those specific areas."

88 people took on the "Fit To Be Tried" program last year. Trainers at the Milton "Y" hope to increase that number this year.

Smith added, "This is it. Why wait until January 1st to make that resolution? Start now, save some money, get in here and work out. Meet the staff here at the Milton YMCA. Let us help you get back in shape."

Several YMCA's in the state are offering the "Fit To Be Tried" program. Contact your local "Y" for more info or to sign up.
 


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