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An exercise in creating a record

Posted: July 11, 2012 at 7:19 am


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Students taking part in the mass aerobic exercise at Sekolah Wawasan USJ 15 in Subang Jaya yesterday. Pic by Sairien Nafis

About 3,000 students participating in the exercise at SMK Seri, Balik Pulau, Penang, yesterday.

Special needs students during the exercise at SMK Bukit Besar, Kuala Terengganu.

SUBANG JAYA: A NEW Malaysian record was created yesterday when more than 3.6 million students from 10,000 schools carried out a simultaneous aerobics exercise throughout the country.

Launched by Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin at Sekolah Wawasan USJ 15, the event was carried out under the Education Ministry's 1Malaysia 1Student 1Sport policy.

Muhyiddin, Education Department director-general Tan Sri Abd Ghafar Mahmud and senior ministry officials joined 2,500 students at the school field for the aerobic exercise lasting 45 minutes.

Muhyiddin said the policy hoped to create healthy students by getting them to participate in at least one sport.

"The policy also demonstrates the government's intention to make sports a major tool for unity because it has been clearly proven that sports can unite a multiracial community and make the 1Ma-laysia concept a reality."

Last year, the 1Malaysia 1Student 1Sport Simultaneous Run also made it into the Malaysia Book of Records. It was participated by 4.1 million students from 9,980 schools.

In Perak, 300,000 students and teachers from 1,092 schools took part in the aerobic session.

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July 11th, 2012 at 7:19 am

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Active boomers redefine senior centers

Posted: July 9, 2012 at 7:13 am


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Marty Acuff, 64, has been taking Zumba for the past year at the Carter Senior Center. She said the dancing aerobics class fits nicely into her schedule, which also includes strengthening and cardio fitness classes five days a week.

"It's been a godsend for me," said Acuff, a diabetic. "I found it was helping me with my joints and weight."

The Strawberry Plains woman has lost 33 pounds.

"If I don't exercise I know it, and I miss it," she said. On a recent Monday at the Carter Senior Center, she was prepared to leave her exercise class a few minutes early so she could change into her bathing suit to go to a water Zumba class at another location.

When it comes to the Baby Boom generation, it's not just bingo and card games at today's senior centers.

Hemal Tailor, director of senior services for Knox County, said the emphasis is now on exercise and health. "We have belly dancing, pi-yo and ballroom dancing," Tailor said. "The active programs are a lot more popular."

Seniors are no longer content to stay home.

"Job fairs are still very popular," Tailor said. "They want to be a continued presence in our community."

The centers also offer things like tai chi and line dancing and have movie and book clubs.

"They're always talking about the latest best-selling novel," she said. "They know what they want. And they'll tell you exactly what they're thinking. There's no holding back with them whatsoever."

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July 9th, 2012 at 7:13 am

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Triple-digit temperatures don’t keep Chicago senior citizens from aerobics

Posted: July 7, 2012 at 8:17 am


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Chicago Housing Authority Asset Manager Sondrae Lewis, takes part in a well-being check on Bessie Rogers, 83, at her home in Apartamentos Las Americas on Friday.

By Miguel Llanos, msnbc.com

Chicago on Friday suffered through a third straight day above 100 degreesthe first such string since 1947but that didn't stop seniors from their regular aerobics class at the city's Levy Senior Center. If anything, the heat was an incentive given the air-conditioned refuge.

"They're very happy to get inside," said Joyce Gallagher, executive director for the city agency that oversees 21 senior centers.

But she was also clear that the centers aren't shelters to come in for a nap."It isn't a place where you come and sit to get some cool air," Gallagher emphasized. "It's a place where you come to participate and socialize and coincidentally it's air-conditioned."

It's normally in the mid-80s this time of year in Chicago, but this week has been special: 103 degrees on Friday, and the humidity made it feel like 108. Thursday also saw 103, which is just 2 degrees shy of Chicago's all-time record, set in 1934. Wednesday topped out at 102.

The 95-year-old woman's death on Tuesday might have been heat related, officials said, but an autopsy was inconclusive, NBCChicago.com reported. Heat stress was determined to be a contributing factor in the deaths this week of two men, one 53 and the other 48, both of whom were obese and died of heart disease.

Related:Tips for seniors to avoid heat stress

Tens of thousands of Chicagoans also lost power during the weekend storms that impacted millions across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic.

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July 7th, 2012 at 8:17 am

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Aqua aerobics class provides fun, cool and healthy exercise option

Posted: July 4, 2012 at 5:12 pm


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Everyone knows exercise helps keep us healthy and feeling better, but who wants to exercise in the heat of the summer?

The Wayne County Recreation Department has the perfect solution to beating the heat and getting good exercise at the same time: Giana Edens low-impact aqua aerobics class.

The class is offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday each week from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the Cracker Williams pool. The fee is $3 per class.

The students were enthusiastic following the class last week about the virtues of the program, which is geared for seniors or others with physical limitations but is open to anyone.

Beth Hatton, 80, said, Ive been coming 12 years and its wonderful! It has helped me with my arthritisIve had arthritis since I was about 40in my hip joints. Your buoyancy keeps the weight off of those joints, and youre just so relaxed!

Sally Glass also has arthritis and was advised by her doctors to avoid impact exercise. She says the aqua class is a great help to her.

Eden says the program is an excellent way for anyone to begin an exercise program, especially people who are out of shape or have arthritis, joint replacements or other health issues, following a doctors permission to exercise.

The buoyancy of the water lessens the impact, she said, but the water resistance makes it very good exercise. The emphasis is on building core strength strengthening the abdominals and the back and its very good for the joints.

She explains that the joints get gently exercised with the support of the water as the student is building endurance. Its easier on your body to do 20 minutes of aerobics in the water. Students are able to jog and do jumping jacks and other exercises that would not be possible for them out of the water.

Eden noted that another advantage of the class is that it allows exercising in the water without requiring the ability to swim. A recreation department lifeguard is on duty for the classes, but no swimming is involved.

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July 4th, 2012 at 5:12 pm

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Good Life: Residents stay health at Micronesia Mall

Posted: June 30, 2012 at 2:12 pm


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Join the Pacific Daily News and its community sponsors today for activities focused on health and wellness. The Good Life outreach will be from 1:30 to 4 p.m. today at the Micronesia Mall center court.

The Department of Health and Social Services Division of Senior Citizens and the Guam Diabetes Association will provide free blood-pressure and blood-sugar testing. And those looking for a good workout can participate in several other activities today at the mall:

* 1:30 p.m. Aerobics workout hosted by the Dededo Aerobics Club and Physical Fitness of Tamuning, Tumon and Harmon Aerobics Group. * 2:15 p.m. Zumba with Jocelyn Camacho and the Mangilao Z. Familia. * 3 p.m. Guam Aikikai demonstration.

The event will also feature tabletop displays and presentations by the AARP.

This is part of the Pacific Daily News community project The Good Life. Each week, the Pacific Daily News offers features aimed at helping people ages 55 and above live their best.

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June 30th, 2012 at 2:12 pm

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The Benefits of Water Aerobics: Not Just for the Elderly

Posted: June 28, 2012 at 3:22 pm


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There is a misconception that water aerobics is only suitable for pregnant women and the elderly. But water aerobics is quite intense, providing significant cardiovascular and strength training benefits. This is a workout that is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels -- even for professional athletes who are cross-training. This summer, trade in your land-based aerobics class for one in the water for a cool, intense workout.

Before You Begin

Water aerobics is essentially performing aerobic exercises in chest-deep water. For those who want a more intense workout, they can opt for deep water aerobics. This workout is performed in water where the participant is unable to touch the bottom floor with his or her feet. In such a class, participants wear flotation devices and paddles; kickboards and buoys are used for added resistance.

When engaging in water aerobics, it is best to wear a comfortable and modest swimsuit to prevent unexpected wardrobe malfunctions and old sneakers or aqua shoes to prevent foot abrasions. Before engaging in any aerobic activity it is important to do basic stretches above water or in. Don't forget to hydrate. Just because you are in the water it doesn't mean that you aren't sweating as much.

Health Benefits

According to the American Council on Exercise, water buoyancy reduces the "weight" of a person to 90 percent. This reduces the burden on stress-bearing joints and muscles. For this reason, water aerobics will less likely cause injury and muscle soreness. If you are having difficulty performing certain body movements on land, you may find relief when performing them underwater. That is why water aerobics is excellent for those with arthritic joints or those recovering from painful injuries.

Your heart rate when exercising in water will be 17 beats per minute less than land-based workouts. Though your heart rate may indicate that your workout is too low, you will actually be working out quite intensely. Pay attention to your body and not your heart rate when engaging in water fitness.

Water aerobics also increases muscle strength. Instead of weights, the water provides a natural resistance to your movements. Being in the water also increases your lung capacity since your lungs are forced to work harder from the pressure of the water. Increase your long-term flexibility by performing difficult stretches. Being underwater will give you a wider-range of motion.

Balance Is Key

Despite the numerous benefits of water aerobics, it does not help in bone strengthening to combat osteoporosis. It is important to combine water aerobics with some land-based exercises weekly to achieve a complete workout.

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Students earn credit, learn greater lesson in water aerobics class

Posted: June 27, 2012 at 12:18 pm


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Mikayla Morris, front right, works out next to Pat Grothoff while classmate Kendra Sanches, front row left, and Nancy Wilbers keep up with the instructor. Some students in summer school at Jefferson City High School have spent their physical education class time in the pool at the Knowles YMCA in water aerobics class. Photo by Julie Smith.

Photo by Julie Smith

Gabriela Chaidez laughs as she backs into Kayla Smith while exercising in the water at the YMCA. Students got to mix with several older women in the regular YMCA class, some who have been in the class since before the girls were born.

A swirl of arms and bobbing shoulders keeps the waves moving in the Knowles YMCA swimming pool as rock n roll oldies keep time for water aerobics.

The constant motion and low-impact workout have been a benefit to not only mature women in the YMCA class but also, during the past four weeks, for 10 young women from Jefferson City High Schools summer school.

The first-year class of nutrition and wellness has highlighted the importance of low-sugar diets and the value of regular exercise.

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June 27th, 2012 at 12:18 pm

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‘Saturday Night Fever’ Aerobics Workout At CF10

Posted: June 26, 2012 at 9:22 pm


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Bandar Seri Begawan - Members of the public are invited to participate in what could be the largest mass aerobics workout to be held at night for two hours in conjunction with Brunei's largest and most popular consumer event - Consumer Fair 10 (CF10).

This was revealed at a press conference by Gob Kiat Chun or better known as Wu Chun, a local born international superstar and Managing Director of Fitness Zone, which has teamed up with Sunlit Advertising Sdn Bhd, organiser of the Consumer Fair yesterday.

Wu Chun said the event, dubbed as 'Saturday Night Fever', will be held on June 30 and will incorporate Zumba fitness, Bodyjam dance and body combat.

He said the event is free of charge and aimed at "encouraging the local community to be healthier while having fun".

Registration is now open at all Fitness Zone branches. The event is sponsored by Nestle Fitness.

Sherly Tan, Marketing Manager of Sunlit Advertising, said the mass aerobics workout is in line with the theme of the Consumer Fair, which focuses on "promoting a healthy lifestyle."

She added that this collaboration means that Consumer Fair visitors will be offered a wide choice of fun and healthy lifestyle activities courtesy of Fitness Zone over the five days of the fair such as a free health check-up and free diet consultations.

Fitness Zone will also be holding a lucky draw, whereby visitors stand the chance to win two Royal Skies tickets to London, England for the Olympics 2012, she said.

The extensive grounds of the BRIDEX Hall in Jerudong, the venue for the CF10, means that Fitness Zone can hold activities such as cycling, rowing and boot camp challenges which offer attractive prizes.

There will also be basketball challenges such as 1-on-1 Challenge, Make-the-Shot Challenge and a Slam Dunk Competition which also offer prizes.

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June 26th, 2012 at 9:22 pm

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The big business of Zumba

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MIAMI (Reuters) - Alberto Perez started out as a street performer and then an aerobics teacher in Colombia, making extra cash on the side teaching the wives of businessmen how to dance in nightclubs in his hometown, Cali.

Today, he stands at the center of the Zumba exercise craze, having helped transform Zumba Fitness, a private company, into a rapidly growing fitness empire with heavyweight investor backing.

"I'm not a businessman, but I knew this had the potential to be something special," said Perez, who along with two Colombian associates founded the Miami-based company.

Zumba, a Latin dance-inspired aerobic workout, has exploded from a Miami gym phenomenon to infomercial and DVD smash hit into a global craze with some 12 million people taking classes every week in at least 125 countries. Zumba Fitness now boasts being the largest branded fitness program in the world.

Started on a shoestring budget in a Miami garage nearly 11 years ago, Zumba Fitness now has more than 200 employees, and a pair of New York investment firms are betting the craze has staying power.

What began as a company focused on fitness has evolved into a lifestyle and entertainment brand combining e-commerce, apparel and music, and a sought-after outlet for stars like hip-hop artists Pitbull and Wyclef Jean and reggaeton singer Don Omar who have turned to Zumba to promote their music.

THE ACCIDENTAL INSTRUCTOR

Zumba got its start by chance in the 1980s.

Perez, who is known as Beto, was eking out a living as a street performer and salsa and merengue nightclub dancer known for his boyish model looks and muscular physique.

One day the owner of a nearby gym called and asked if Perez could stand in for an injured aerobics teacher. He agreed - but didn't mention he had never done aerobics and rushed out and bought a copy of Jane Fonda's Workout Book.

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June 26th, 2012 at 7:12 am

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Roslan: Staff participation at carnival’s kick-off event should be higher

Posted: June 25, 2012 at 12:17 pm


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THE poor turnout from Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ) employees at the local authoritys aerobics session to kick off a two-day carnival has irked Petaling Jaya mayor Datuk Mohamad Roslan Sakiman.

The carnival, held at the Kelana Jaya lake over the weekend, was part of MBPJs celebration of the citys sixth anniversary.

Maybe people are staying up to watch the Euro 2012 matches, but the turnout of council employees should have been higher.

All of us could always do with a little bit more exercise, he said.

Even from the health department and director Dr Chitra Davi N. Vadivellus participation, only a handful of the department staff turned up to exercise, said Roslan.

With 1,700 council staff, it should not be impossible to get at least 500 to take part in the morning exercise.

Compared with the usual turnout in Taman Jaya, this mornings participation was poor. I hope to see more staff coming for the aerobic sessions, he added.

Roslan said he usually walked in the evening but when his schedule did not permit outdoor exercise, he worked out on the treadmill.

As part of the effort to get more people to take part, he was mulling over the possibility of getting more celebrities, such as actor Remy Ishak, to lend support in the morning aerobics sessions.

The council had also organised other activities for the carnival such as an action song competition among Petaling Jaya schools, an auto show and sports competitions at the MBPJ sports facilities in SS7.

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June 25th, 2012 at 12:17 pm

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