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 January 2007 Back to Table of Contents Back to Archives Main Page Section: Being Well Winter Wellness Cold and snowy days can make even the most dedicated fitness buff less motivated. But just think how great you’ll feel once you get out for some physical activity while seeing your friends and staying heart healthy! Here are some great opportunities, right in your community with Passport to Wellness programs. Stay active! Physical Activity Classes Visit any of the following Buffalo Senior Centers and take advantage of the free and fun Passport to Wellness physical activity classes. The classes consist of stretching, toning, light cardio and chair exercises. Anyone can participate. Passport to Wellness physical activity classes will be held weekday mornings beginning the week of January 8, for six weeks through February 12. Everyone is welcome! Locations Schedule Autumnwood Senior Center Monday & Friday 9:30-10:15 a.m. 1800 Clinton Street, Buffalo 826-7895 Lincoln Senior Center Monday & Wednesday 11-11:30 a.m. 10 Quincy Street, Buffalo 893-8465 Richmond/Summer Senior Center Monday 11 a.m. to 12 noon 337 Summer Street, Buffalo 885-3290 Schiller Park Senior Center Tuesday & Thursday 11-11:45 a.m. 2057 Genesee Street, Buffalo 895-2727 Walking Series If you are a interested in a fun indoor walking program, join the Passport to Wellness Walking Series for 50+ adults. Indoor winter walks will be held at area malls starting Friday morning February 23. A short walk and long walk are offered so all fitness levels can participate). Before each walk a presentation on a health topic of special interest to older adults and a warmup will be offered. Experienced leaders and volunteers will guide the walks and provide helpful health tips. After the walk, relax and have a light snack and water, and pick up handouts and freebies from exhibitors. There is a modest registration fee and group rates are also available: Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., walk begins at 9 a.m. Meet at the Food Court. Walk 1 - Friday, February 23 Walden Galleria Mall Walk 2 - Friday, March 2 Boulevard Mall Walk 3 – Friday March 9 Eastern Hills Mall Walk 4 - Friday, March 16 McKinley Mall Walk 5 – Friday, March 23 Galleria Mall Walk 6 – Friday, March 30 Boulevard Mall For more about the Passport to Wellness activities please call Jenna Brinkworth of the Wellness Institute at 851-4052, or email wellness@city-buffalo.org. Please visit Wellness Lane at the Buffalo Niagara Auto Show in the Buffalo Convention Center, February 7-11, for free information and health give-a-ways. back to top back to table of contents Current Issue | About Forever Young | Where to Find | Advertise | Our Advertisers | Community Calendar | Contest | Clubs | Contact Us | Archives | Home |