Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish is blessed to have parishioner, Linda Broome, an experienced fitness trainer, in our Lower Hall every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00-11:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. offering an exercise opportunity especially geared for anyone (parishioner or non-parishioner) who is over the age of 50.  The sessions involve stretching to improve flexibility, balance to decrease the chance of falling, light weights to improve strength and muscle tone, and a light cardiovascular component to help lower resting heart rate, blood pressure and cholesterol levels.  In addition, Linda has recently included POUND in the workout time.  It uses music, stability balls in a basket, lightly weighted drumsticks, and a drumming motion to create an effective and fun way of work out.  Everything mentioned above can be done in a seated or standing position, depending on the person's comfort level.  Come join this group for good exercise, fun and fellowship (before and after the session)!!


STRETCH AND BALANCE

Linda also offers a stretch and balance session every Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. in the Lower Hall to helps seniors who have a limited range of motion due to age or disability to stretch out muscles and strengthen them through a routine that is safe from strain or injury.  A chair is used to assist the participant to be safe AND get a helpful workout that helps flexibility and balance.  Due to popular demand POUND is also done for part of the hur by those who come.  Come stretch your way to better health and balance!!!