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‘Staying on Your Feet in the Ice and Snow’

Free program with exercise physiologist on Wed., Feb. 5, 10:30a, Bristol Senior Center. GoodLife Fitness presents. RSVP to 860.584.7895.

BRISTOL – Avoiding slips and falls isn’t always easy especially in the winter. However, there are a few basic strategies to prevent falls and reduce injury if a fall occurs. A free program, “Staying on Your Feet on the Ice and Snow,” will be held Wednesday, Feb. 5, 10:30 a.m., at Bristol Senior Center, 240 Stafford Ave. Presenter will be Kaitlyn McKenzie, exercise physiologist, of GoodLife Fitness, the program sponsor.

Seating is limited and registration is required. To RSVP, call Bristol Senior Center, 860.584.7895.

GoodLife Fitness, a program of Hartford HealthCare, is geared toward the older adult to build energy, strength and endurance for an active lifestyle. An exercise physiologist works one-to-one with each person to improve muscular strength, balance, cardiovascular health and self-esteem, while reducing the risk of falls and injuries. For more information and about the eight locations, visit https://hhcseniorservices.org/health-wellness/goodlife-fitness.

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