The Derby Fit women's roller derby fitness league starts May 8 at Greenwood Playground, which means there's still time to lace up your skates (and think up a fun derby name) and join. Courier Life recently spoke with some members, who explained that it's a fun way to get in shape:
“Skating in itself is a tremendous workout,” said Tracey Debenedictis, aka Ariel Assault, a Gotham Girls Roller Derby coach who leads the Derby Fit league. “And skating in a good, low derby stance is basically like holding a squat for two hours.”
Learn more about the program at the Friends of Greenwood Playground website, or email greenwoodrollerderby@gmail.com.
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