The “Stay Strong, Stay Healthy” class will begin Jan. 9, meeting twice a week for an hour on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the K-State Research and Extension office, 1200 N. 79th St., Kansas City, Kansas.
The class is for older adults and focuses on improving their health and well-being. The goal is to provide a safe, structured and effective strength training class for older adults.
The eight-week exercise program will include warm-up exercises, easy strengthening exercises, with or without weights and cool-down stretches.
Participants will learn exercises to improve strength, balance and flexibility. After the program ends, participants may continue in the comfort of their homes or with a group.
Memberships are not required, no special clothes or equipment is required, and weights are provided.
Level 1 of the class will be from 11 a.m. to noon, while Level 2 will be from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Some paperwork and forms are required. There is a $20 fee per person. The registration deadline is Jan. 2.
For more information about the class and registration, call 913-299-9300 or email [email protected].