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Get your body moving with outdoor water aerobics at Bonita Springs pool

Posted: May 19, 2012 at 3:12 pm


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Bonita Springs resident Linda Quinn loves doing aerobics in the water. But the cardiac workout in the shallow end of the pool is not enough for her.

So after a regular water aerobics class, she swims to the other end of the pool for deep water aerobics.

Deep water uses the muscles you dont get to use during an aerobics class, Quinn said.

Lifeguard Jesse Felger said that shallow water aerobics concentrate on increasing the heart rate, but the deep water class is all about muscle and strength.

Deep water is more about resistance and training your muscles, especially in the midsection, he said.

The class takes place in 6 feet of water. Some of the participants use flotation belts to hold them up, while others just tread water during the 45-minute class.

You cant use the ground to maneuver, Quinn said. I want more resistance so I dont use the belt. Im a water nut. I cant exercise on land.

Many of the other participants also say they can do things in the water that they cant do on land.

Regular aerobics, when you are in your 80s, is impossible, Jean Wagener said. This is something someone my age can do. I love the camaraderie.

Nancy Jamek has back problems and says the deep water class really helps her.

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May 19th, 2012 at 3:12 pm

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Vulgar aerobics protest outside Ambiga’s house

Posted: May 17, 2012 at 1:12 am


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(FMT) -A group of 15 men, believed to be retired army veterans, have resorted to staging a vulgar aerobics protest in front of Bersih co-chairmans home, S Ambiga.

They came in front of my house and performed a vulgar dance show. It was very ugly and disgusting.

They also chanted Hidup Polis and Hidup BN, said Ambiga, who was at the court when contacted this morning.

The group of veterans then resorted to performing a strange form of aerobics by showing their bottoms.

Ambiga also said the group of men dared her as well.

They dared me to sue them, otherwise they claimed that they would return with a bigger crowd.

Ambiga added that police were present near her home but they did not take any action.

They did not take action because the police yesterday announced that there was nothing wrong protesting in front of my house, she said.

Read more at:http://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2012/05/15/vulgar-aerobics-protest-outside-ambigas-house/

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May 17th, 2012 at 1:12 am

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Mother, daughter staying active

Posted: May 14, 2012 at 3:11 am


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Water fun

Jay Brasuel's water aerobics class meets at the Hagta Pool on Tuesdays through Fridays 8:30-9:30 a.m. for a fee of $3. The only equipment needed is a bathing suit, or whatever you feel more comfortable wearing in the water. For those who can't make the morning classes, she offers evening classes Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. The fee is $3, plus a charge of $1 for the use of pool during regular pool hours. For more information you can call the Hagta Pool at 472-8718.

ACTIVITIES

Getting into an exercise regimen doesn't necessarily mean you have to sign up for a gym membership or pay for a class, here are some activities you can do on your own time without spending a dime.

l Get some exercise and socialize with friends while you walk the entire mall.

l Get your garden or yard in shape, and you'll shape up, too.

l Make your own weights from household items -- plastic milk jugs filled with sand or water, bags of rice, soup cans or bottles of water.

l Rather than driving, walk when doing errands.

l Join in a coastal cleanup, or do one of your own with family and friends

l Put your dancing shoes on and cha-cha the night away at the Chamorro Village's main pavilion on Wednesdays during the night market

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May 14th, 2012 at 3:11 am

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Water Aerobics Benefits for People with Multiple Sclerosis

Posted: May 8, 2012 at 7:16 am


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Summertime is the hottest time of the year, which is the reason that we love the water so much. A lot of people myself included take full advantage of the pool, and beaches in the summertime to cool off with a good swim. However there are other ways to use a pool other than to swim, which I have been doing since being diagnosed in 2006 with multiple sclerosis.

My neurologist told me about an exercise that I can do in the water, which I had no clue about before. This is kind of funny considering that I grew up in California. My neurologist explained to me that I should be doing water aerobics to keep my muscles strong, and I started to use water aerobics to see if it would work. I have to say that it worked very well indeed.

This is why I proudly give to you the top five benefits of water aerobics for people with multiple sclerosis.

Benefit number one

Multiple sclerosis is a debilitating disease that tears your muscles down, but water aerobics builds your muscles back up. By building my muscles up through water aerobics I'm able to still play the other sports that I love such as tennis, basketball, and cycling to name just a few.

Benefit number two

During my hospital stay in 2006 I put on a little bit of weight and I was afraid that I would not be able to lose this weight. Through the use of water aerobics I was able to lose the weight I put on and more. This is one of the biggest reasons I love to do water aerobics. Water aerobics allow me to know that no matter what I can always get in the water and lose any weight I might put on.

Benefit number three

Water aerobics has allowed me to build up my endurance, which in turn allows me to play longer games of tennis with my friends. Water aerobics, has also lead to me being able to enjoy the other sports that I love such as boxing, walking, and cycling because of my improved endurance.

Benefit number four

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May 8th, 2012 at 7:16 am

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Age no barrier for 96-year-old Ontario woman

Posted: May 3, 2012 at 7:14 am


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Ontario Evelyn Burton turned 96 April 25, and the water aerobics group at the Ontario Aquatic Center planned to celebrate with her that day but had to wait until April 27 because she went golfing on her birthday instead.

Most people hope to be half as active as Burton when they turn 96, but she doesnt let age slow her down.

Burton, who has resided in Ontario since 1945 and is a widow, still lives at her home and gets out in the yard. She does have a son who checks up on her, but she said she isnt dependent on anyone and still gets out and drives on her own.

Along with water aerobics, in which she takes part three to four days a week, she also regularly bowls, which she has done for more than 20 years, and golfs, sometimes both in the same day.

I feel water aerobics does the most good, that some stuff is just easier in the water, Burton said.

To keep her mind active she is a regular bridge club player, Burton said.

She said church also keeps her busy, and she is an avid traveler.

Evelyn should be a role model for senior fitness and for everyone, Kathy Daly, Ontario Recreation Department director, said.

Daly said water aerobics is good exercise because the water cushions the joints, and people have a better range of motion in the water.

Several other members of the water aerobics group are 80 years of age and older, and one is 90 years old.

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May 3rd, 2012 at 7:14 am

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Bonding through aerobics

Posted: April 27, 2012 at 11:15 am


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THE police force is always seen as strict members of the law and sometimes approaching them can be quite difficult.

To clear this common misconception, the SEA Park police station organised a second round of aerobics session with the residents.

Some 120 people including police officers from Petaling Jaya, residents of SS2 and representatives of residents associations congregated at the park in front of the police station for the session.

Despite the slight drizzle, everyone was geared up for the exercise conducted by Sergeant Sallehin Hussein.

SEA Park police station chief Inspector Gunam Resul Gulam Mohammad said the exercise was to forge good ties with the people.

It is a great way for everyone to bond and get to know each other. It makes communication really easy. This is friendly community policing, he said.

According to Gunam, their first session received really positive feedback from the residents, prompting them to organise the second event.

He said it was the support of the residents that helped the SEA Park police station garner the Excellent Police Station award from the Malaysian Crime Prevention Foundation.

This is also the idea and effort of PJ OCPD Arjunaidi Mohammad. He urged all police stations to focus on building good relationships with the people, he added.

Residents also believe that the police efforts to bridge the gap has been fruitful.

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April 27th, 2012 at 11:15 am

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Lady Gaga spotted dancing at hotel aerobics room

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The Korea Herald/Asia News Network Wednesday, Apr 25, 2012

Lady Gaga was spotted practicing her dance routines with her dance team this week at the fitness center of a hotel in southern Seoul by a hotel guest.

At the aerobics room in a hotel fitness center, on the fourth floor of the hotel, the pop star seemed to be going through the performances she will showcase at the upcoming concert, the witness told The Korea Herald. The hotel's fitness center was renovated in December last year.

Lady Gaga is staying in the hotel's presidential suite on the 17th floor, the most expensive room in the hotel, priced at 4.8 million won ($4,200) per night. Numerous international VIPs including soprano Jo Su-mi and pop star Mariah Carey have stayed in the presidential suite.

The 200-square-meter room has a bedroom, living room, dining room and kitchen as well as a separate meeting room, and is decorated with masterpieces by renowned artists such as Roy Lichtenstein and Pablo Picasso.

Several fans were at the lobby on Wednesday, chatting excitedly with one another while hoping to see the pop star.

"We followed her from the airport so we all know that she is here. I actually saw her here on Sunday. I just saw all of her dancers going out for a rehearsal, but her security guard went back up, so we are guessing that she is still upstairs. But it is raining very hard so she might not come down," said 15-year-old Justin Chan.

"I can't go to the concert, so I am here. There were more fans here on Sunday, all under-aged, aged between 12 to 17," he added, showing the photo he took with his star.

He brought a letter, actually two, just in case one fails to reach her, asking if she could do something so that underaged fans could see the concert as well.

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April 27th, 2012 at 11:15 am

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Health Department Senior Aerobics celebrates 15 years

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The Clay County Health Departments Senior Aerobics Program celebrated its 15th anniversary Thursday.

The Program began in April of 1997 as Moving With the Big Bands, and has been going strong ever since.

These classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday at the Clay County Health Department from 12:15 to 1 p.m., There is no charge, they are open to all members of the public age 55 and older.

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, by 2030, there will be over 70 million people in the U.S. over the age of 65 and those 85 years old and older will be the fastest growing segment of the population.

Whatever a persons age though, exercise can raise their level of health and fitness.

Exercise provides numerous health benefits to older adults, including increased energy, reduced joint stiffness, improved flexibility, strength and balance.

Regular exercise also has been shown to improve blood pressure, diabetes, lipid profile, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and neurocognitive function.

Despite these facts, up to 75-percent of older adults are insufficiently active to achieve these health benefits.

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April 27th, 2012 at 11:15 am

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Cooper Aerobics Unveils New Website, Inspiring Visitors to Get Cooperized(TM)

Posted: April 24, 2012 at 11:14 am


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DALLAS, TX--(Marketwire -04/23/12)- Cooper Aerobics today unveiled its new website, cooperaerobics.com, giving visitors the health and wellness information they need to Get Cooperized. Getting Cooperized is at the heart of all things Cooper -- eight diverse entities dedicated to helping people make good health a habit to live better, both sooner and later. Through the new website, visitors can access free health tips, learn about each entity's programs and services, and find our two locations through one user-friendly portal.

"Our new website more accurately reflects the strength of the Cooper Aerobics brand and our world-renowned services," said Tyler Cooper, MD, MPH, President and CEO of Cooper Aerobics Enterprises. "Visitors from around the world can find all of the information they need to adopt a healthy-living mindset, improving their quality and quantity of life."

The new homepage showcases the Get Cooperized tagline at the center of one circle that is formed by integrating eight individual circles, each representing a Cooper entity. This reflects how the Cooper organization works to create one unified, well-rounded approach to health, fitness, nutrition and life.

"For the first time, we are able to visually show how the Cooper Aerobics brand is made up of eight individual units working together as one to help people Get Cooperized," said Amy George, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Cooper Aerobics. "We are confident that there is something for everyone at Cooper. And our website represents our broad services, whether you're looking to schedule a comprehensive physical exam, book a hotel room, enhance your exercise routine or find a new recipe."

Through rich content, user-focused design and social media integration, the site provides access to the latest research-based health information. Easy to navigate sections for each Cooper entity feature a live feed from the Cooper Aerobics' Facebook page, giving visitors the most up-to-date information available. The website also includes a "Buzz" section dedicated to showcasing the latest updates from all of the official Cooper Aerobics social media channels, encouraging visitors to connect with Cooper.

In the Health Tips section, free health articles and videos from Cooper experts cover the topics of preventive medicine, nutrition, exercise, supplementation and stress. Visitors can also sign up for The Cooperized e-newsletter, distributed twice a month, to receive new articles and tips via email.

Cooper Aerobics worked with Dallas-based agencies of record Commerce House and Insite to design and develop the site.

For more information about Cooper Aerobics and the services offered, visit cooperaerobics.com.

About Cooper AerobicsFounded in 1970 by Kenneth H. Cooper, MD, MPH, Cooper Aerobics in Dallas serves as the headquarters for seven health and wellness companies and a research and education nonprofit, The Cooper Institute. Cooper Aerobics is the health and wellness resource that bases its recommendations on its world-leading body of data and expertise. Through the array of services Cooper offers, millions have been inspired to make good health a habit, helping improve their quality and quantity of life. Cooper Aerobics challenges people to Get Cooperized by adopting a healthy living mindset and following eight health guidelines developed by Dr. Cooper. A second location is located at Craig Ranch, McKinney, Texas. For more information, call 866.906.2667 (COOP) or visit cooperaerobics.com.

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April 24th, 2012 at 11:14 am

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New classes offered this summer in OJC Fitness Center

Posted: April 20, 2012 at 1:12 pm


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Three new classes will be offered at OJC during summer semester in the new Fitness Center facility. Body Bar and Step Class will be offered on Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Aerobics will be offered on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12-12:50 p.m. and Zumba will be offered every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9-10 a.m.

Summer semester at OJC begins on Monday, June 4.

PED 112010 - Body Bar and Step Class is strength, toning and cardio fitness workout accompanied by music. The course utilizes a Body Bar which is a one-piece weighted fitness bar encased in high quality easy grip rubber for a secure and comfortable grip. Students enrolled in the class will work on improving muscular strength, enhancing muscle tone, improving cardio endurance and increasing flexibility.

The course will be taught by Lisa Bamber, a NETA certified instructor and is being offered on Monday and Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Fitness Center Aerobics Room 102. The first day of class will be June 4.

PED 217010 Aerobics is a cardio and toning class that will utilize an interval workout designed to burn calories along with kicking and punching combos, strength training and cardio burst training.

The course will be taught by Janet Carrillo and is being offered on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12-12:50 p.m.in the Fitness Center Aerobic Room 102.

PED 233010 Zumba is a dance/exercise class that incorporates salsa, meringue, cumbia, belly dancing, flamenco, tango, samba and hip hop for a total cardio workout. The course will begin on June 5 and will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 6-7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9-10 a.m. in OJCs new Fitness Center. Leah Reed, long-time Zumba instructor, will teach the course and lead each session.

Summer semester at OJC begins on Monday, June 4. To register for these and other summer semester courses, stop by the OJC Student Services Center on south San Juan Ave. in La Junta or go online to http://www.ojc.edu/studentservices.aspx to register online.

For more information, contact OJC Student Services at 384-6831 or Kurt Long, OJC Fitness Center Director at 384-6916.

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April 20th, 2012 at 1:12 pm

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