Great Outdoors

With Dori Degenhardt - Healthy Planet Outdoors & Ftiness Editor

September Is Great Time To Fit Fitness Into Your Schedule

Now that the school year is in full-swing and everyone is getting back into their “daily routine,” it’s the perfect time to get back into your workout groove. Yes, it’s always hard to find the time. Yes, there are probably a million other things on your to-do list. But, your health, livelihood, family and mental well-being will most definitely benefit. Finding the perfect exercise and the perfect routine is the key to sticking with your regime. Below I’ve outlined some unique ideas to consider when deciding what your ideal workout might include.

Shark Fitness, a boot camp style exercise course, offers programs that will challenge you in many ways. “Taking an honest approach” to fitness is what this program is all about; encouraging fitness questions and hoping to dispel the myths that confuse and delay traditional exercise results. Shark Fitness offers real training, real results and real expectations. There are a number of time slots to choose from and a variety of programs offered and their participants come from every walk of life, range greatly in age and fitness levels, but share one strong common goal, they want to succeed. The program is a tough one, but you will be challenged individually and have the opportunity to give 100% without being overwhelmed or held back despite the group setting. Maximizing your health and fitness requires four very important components: good nutrition, disciplined form, intensity and recovery. Shark Fitness classes are conducted in a fun, positive environment where results are what matter most. For a complete listing of Fall classes visit www.sharkfitness.net or call 314.822.2773 and ask for Maureen.

If you aren’t necessarily the “boot camp” type but you love to run, have you considered the St. Louis Track Club? Despite what many might think, the St. Louis Track Club is a club for everyone - not just elite runners. Regular runs are scheduled each week and the club supports runners and walkers of all types and helps everyone have a more rewarding running experiences. No matter what your ability, there is a place for you to succeed. St. Louis Track Club sponsors numerous events throughout the year for people of every age and ability: the Frostbite series, a spring road series, summer pace runs, a track series, and Wednesday night informal runs from the Forest Park Visitor’s Center. Members pay a reduced rate at all St. Louis Track Club events and low annual dues are only $30 for the entire family. Check out www.stlouistrackclub.com for September runs and the schedule for regular running events.

Have you ever heard of “Hot Mamas in Training Stroller Fit Camp?” Whether you are a new mom or a veteran, if you have a stroller, you have to check out the perfect class for you (and your baby’s) schedule! Hot Mamas in Training will help you build your cardio endurance; sculpt your belly, legs, abs and arms while you are having fun with your babies by your side. Hot Mamas in Training Stroller fit Camp promise to deliver a dynamic workout for your entire body and meet your fitness goals. Plus, why not make getting in shape fun for the whole family? Registrations are now being taken for the Fall session, which begins the week of October 13th. Classes are held at Des Peres Park,
Longview Park, and Francis Park. Call Karen McDoniel at 314.276.6204 or email skemcdoniel@sbcglobal.net for complete details and information.

September is the perfect time to adjust your busy schedule to fit exercise into your weekly routine. You’ll find energy you never knew you had and your body and mind will be thanking you for years to come.

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