Sudbury Living - Fall 2008 - (Page 38)

s, inutees 30 me tim ll thre eek is a per w akes to it t t fit. ge SARA TASTULA HELPS TO MAKE JOINING A FITNESS CLUB LESS INTIMIDATING. So much gain pain little for so BY LAURA MUCKLOW Photos b y M a r g S e r e g e l y i Benefits of Physical Activity Physical activity reduces stress, strengthens the heart and lungs, increases energy levels and helps maintain and achieve a healthy body weight. Weight-bearing physical activity reduces the rate of bone loss associated with osteoporosis. Regular physical activity maintains strength, flexibility, balance and coordination and reduces the risk of falls. Physical activity keeps you alert and allows you to do daily tasks with greater ease. SOURCE: HEALTH CANADA. today’s fast paced world, who has time to exercise? All it takes is 30 minutes three times a week to see a difference in body weight, strength and flexibility in as little as six weeks, says Sara Tastula, general manager of the Southridge Mall location of Goodlife Fitness. Joining a fitness club can be intimidating, but Goodlife eases new members into the facility with a personalized service approach. “When they first come in, we tour the full facility, go over health-related questions, find out what the fitness goals are and what they are looking to achieve,” says Tastula. Then we discuss the available options that best meet the clients’ needs. New members also receive a free personal health profile – an assessment of their health prior to starting an exercise program. This provides a benchmark to compare to future results. In 38 Sudbury Living Fall 2008 sudburylivingmagazine.ca http://sudburylivingmagazine.ca

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