MEDINA COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
JULY 2018 NEWSLETTER

 


MEMORIAL POOL CLOSINGS
If Memorial Pool is closed or opening is delayed due to inclement weather, the information will be posted on the Medina Memorial Pool Facebook page and the Recreation Center website: www.medinarec.org. 
In addition, you can call the Front Desk of the Rec Center at 330-721-6901 or the Memorial Pool at 330-722-7099.


Ellie's Garden
Thank you to the many patrons who brought in plants for Ellie's Garden out front of the Rec Center. Ellie's been treating them with nurturing care and the garden is growing. Thank you to Kunio Kano who spent his time edging the gardens. Ellie hopes you all enjoy their beauty.
The importance of "Sun!" 
Written by: Elsie Velazquez
Certified Personal Trainer at Prescription Fitness
 
Vitamin D, also referred to as the "sunshine vitamin", is produced by the body when exposed to sun.  It can also be consumed in food or supplements.  Despite its name, vitamin D is actually considered a pro-hormone.  Vitamins cannot be created by the body and must be taken in through food or other forms.  Vitamin D, however, can by created by our body when sunlight hits the skin.  Getting enough vitamin D is important for many reasons.  Below are some of the benefits of making sure you are taking in enough vitamin D:
  • Helps maintain the health of bones by regulating calcium and phosphorus levels in the blood.  These two factors are extremely important for maintaining healthy bones.  Osteoporosis is the most common bone disease among post-menopausal women and older men.
  • Supports the health of the immune system, brain, and nervous system.
  • Regulates insulin levels and aid diabetes management. Several studies have shown that a healthy blood concentration of vitamin D in the body can decrease risk of type 2 diabetes. In those with type 2 diabetes, low vitamin D levels can negatively affect insulin secretion and glucose tolerance.
  • Supports lung function and cardiovascular health. Vitamin D deficiency has also been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, hypertension, multiple sclerosis, autism, Alzheimer's disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and asthma severity.
  • Defend against cancer development.  Vitamin D is extremely important for regulating cell growth. Studies have suggested that vitamin D can reduce cancer progression by slowing the growth and development of new blood vessels in cancerous tissue.  Vitamin D influences more than 200 human genes, which could be impaired when we do not have enough vitamin D.
The recommended intake of vitamin D depends on age.  The intake recommendations are currently set at the following by the U.S. Institutes of Medicine:
  • Infants 0-12 months - 400 IU (10 mcg).
  • Children 1-18 years - 600 IU (15 mcg).
  • Adults to age 70 - 600 IU (15 mcg).
  • Adults over 70 - 800 IU (20 mcg).
  • Pregnant or lactating women - 600 IU (15 mcg).
Although vitamin D supplements can be taken, it is best to obtain it through natural sources wherever possible.  The most natural way is sun exposure on bare skin for 5-10 minutes 2-3 times a week.  This will allow most people to produce sufficient vitamin D.  Keep in mind that vitamin D breaks down quickly so your body can run low, especially in winter.  Also worth noting is the fact that using sunscreen with SPF 30 can reduce the body's ability to synthesize the vitamin by 95 percent. For the body to start vitamin D production, the skin has to be directly exposed to sunlight.  Vitamin D can also be found in salmon, tuna, beef liver, cheese, and egg yolks. 
 



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GENERAL FACILITY
SUMMER HOURS  
Monday-Friday:
5:30am - 9pm
Saturday: 8am - 6pm
Sunday: 10am - 6pm

Natatorium closes 1 hour prior
to facility closing.


The MCRC Operating Calendar does not correspond with the Medina City School District Calendar. The MCRC will remain open for business during school vacations, teacher in-service days, some holidays and snow/calamity days.
MCRC STAFF

Mike Wright
Recreation Center Director

Susan Becks

Senior Programs Coordinator

Darlene Donkin
Aquatics Manager

Maureen Dowell

Program Manager

Kurt Gehring

Recreation Supervisor

Michelle Kwiatkowski

Office Administrator

Linda Loveless

Marketing Coordinator

Christy Moats

Finance Assistant

Mickey Ryan
Program Specialist

Sandy Tomazic
Rental Coordinator

Julie Worsdall

Pool Manager
PLAN YOUR NEXT  PARTY OR GET-TOGETHER AT THE MEDINA REC!
  • Swim Parties
  • End-of-the-Season Sports Parties
  • Showers
  • Business Meetings
  • Non-Profit Group Meetings

FOR DETAILS:

Click on the Facilities Rental General Info page at medinarec.org 


MCRC CALENDAR OF EVENTS
   
JULY
30-August 3 - Maintenance Week - MCRC CLOSED  
 
AUGUST 
18 - MCRC Program Brochure published in The Post and fall registration opens