National Senior Health & Fitness Week May 23-26

Join BCHD's Center for Health & Fitness (CHF) for National Center Health & Fitness Week, the nation’s largest health event encouraging all older adults to take action toward maintaining and improving their health. Enjoy FREE classes, educational lectures and assessments.

Events

MONDAY, MAY 23

Nutrition for Osteoporosis (Women’s Fitness) - Virtual Lecture

Speaker: Charlotte Hargrave, RD

8 - 8:55 a.m.

TUESDAY, MAY 24

Shoulder Injuries - In Person 

Speaker: Carina Escudero, DPT AIM Sports Medicine

10 - 10:55 a.m.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25

Reformer for Men - In Person 

Instructor: Pam Johnson, Certified Pilates Instructor and Fabienne Naples, CHF Pilates Intern

10 - 10:55 a.m.

Stronger, Better, Faster - In Person

Instructor: Chris Bentajado, CHF Medical Exercise Specialist

12 - 12:30 p.m.

Mindfulness - In Person/Virtual

Instructor: Carrie Kerster, Certified GX Instructor

12 - 12:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, MAY 26

Core Class - In Person

Instructor: Martha Light, Personal Trainer

9 - 9:30 a.m.

Osteoporosis - Virtual Lecture

Speaker: Dr. Connie Teng, Rheumatology, Providence Little Company of Mary

9 - 9:55 a.m.

Hypertension - Virtual Lecture

Speaker: Dr. Brenda Shen, Family Practice, Providence Little Company of Mary

10 - 10:30 a.m.

Fitness Goal Setting - Virtual Lecture

Speaker: Brian Fuentes, Medical Exercise Specialist

12 - 12:45 p.m.

April marked one year since the re-opening of CHF after its closure due to COVID-19! Help us celebrate our milestones and how far we’ve come this past year!

Virtual & In-Person Small Group Training

Add guided training to your routine today! Join in anytime.

Small Group Training may be the missing link to achieving your fitness goals and it’s so much FUN! It provides all the benefits of a personal trainer for a fraction of the price. Whether you’re trying to get stronger, lose weight, need motivation and accountability, or just want to meet new friends while exercising, Small Group Training allows you to obtain your fitness goals while participating in a community atmosphere. 

Learn more at www.beachcitiesgym.org/small-group-training

Join Our May

aMAYzing Abs Fitness Challenge!

Our CHF personal trainers recommend these ab exercises for the ultimate in-gym or at-home core workout. Strong ab muscles can improve posture, reduce back pain and prevent injury. 

Meet CHF's New Personal Trainer, Martha Light!

Martha has more than 20 years of experience, believes in holistic fitness and emphasizes the importance of flexibility and balance for total physical wellness. Martha also strives to provide clients with a positive and satisfying experience. She enjoys running at the beach, riding her bike, skiing, hiking and cooking healthy food for her family. Martha specializes in functional training/strength training, working with mature adults, balance and weight loss. Learn more about Martha and our other great trainers here.

In this great blog, you will get a taste of what Charlotte Hargrove, CHF Registered Dietitian, brings to the table through her knowledge of Foods that Boost Mood. The bottom line is that eating a healthy and balanced diet can help improve physical and mental health. As well as eating a balanced and healthy diet, regular exercise and ample sleep are also essential for a healthy and balanced mind.  Read more here.

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