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StrongWomen classes offered
Monday, August 20, 2012
By 2020 half of all Americans older than 50 will have weak bones, putting them at a higher risk for fractures. One in every five people with a hip fracture ends up in a nursing home.
But, increasing age does not necessarily mean a decline in physical fitness thanks to programs like the StrongWomenTM Program. Developed by Dr. Miriam Nelson at Tufts University and delivered by Penn State Extension, this community-based strength-training program puts scientific research into practical application. Dramatic improvements in age-associated conditions such as osteoporosis, arthritis and weight gain are being reported as a result of the program. The program was developed for women 40 and older and is appropriate for both sedentary and very active women.
Penn State Extension, Clearfield Hospital and DuBois Regional Medical Center will be offering the StrongWomenTM Program in five Clearfield County communities. Up-to-date nutrition and health information will be included with each session. The cost is $70, (payable to PSCE Clfd. Co. Program Funds). Pre-registration is required and financial assistance is available.
The Clearfield series begins Sept. 12 and will meet Mondays and Wednesdays for 12 weeks in the multi-purpose room of the Clearfield County Career and Technology Center. Two series will be offered, meeting at 3:30 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. Caroline Johnson, Gwen Crandell, Barbara Ardary and Nancy Collins will be the StrongWomenTM site leaders. To learn more about the program, attend the informational meeting Aug. 29 at 5:30 p.m. at CCCTC.
The Brisbin series begins Sept. 10 and will meet Mondays and Wednesdays for 12 weeks at Brisbin First Church of God. Two series will be offered, meeting at 9 a.m. or 5:15 p.m. Sandy Baughman, Judy Kephart, Ann Berenbrok, Mary Ann Hockman and Mary Kay Peachman will be the StrongWomenTM site leaders. To learn more about the program, attend the informational meeting on Aug. 27, 5:15 p.m., also at Brisbin First Church of God.
The Curwensville Strong-WomenTM Program begins Sept. 19 and will meet Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m., in St. Timothy's Catholic Church fellowship hall, 306 Walnut St. Ronda Stiles and Rhonda Barrett will be the site leaders. An informational meeting will be held Sept. 5 at 5:30 p.m. in fellowship hall.
The Karthaus series begins Sept. 11 and will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays for 12 weeks at 6 p.m. at Karthaus Community Alliance Church. Deb Byron and Leslie McGonigal will be the StrongWomenTM site leaders. An informational meeting will be held Aug. 28 at 6 p.m. also at the Community Alliance Church.
The DuBois series begins Sept. 20 and will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays for 12 weeks at Oklahoma Fire Co. Two series will be offered meeting at 10 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. Lori Rancik, Sandra Wilson, Alice Daly and Karen Gerew will be the StrongWomenTM site leaders. An informational meeting will be held Sept. 6 at 5:30 p.m.
Strong bones allow us to move and protect organs from injury. If people do not take care of their bones with a healthy diet and exercise, bones may become fragile and break easily. Weakened bones are more difficult to heal and make strong again. Scientific research has demonstrated that exercising with weights will increase strength, muscle mass and bone density. Performed just twice a week, strength training helps reverse the physical changes associated with growing older.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to the policy that all people shall have equal access to programs, facilities, admission and employment without regard to personal characteristics not related to ability, performance or qualifications as determined by university policy or by state or federal authorities. It is the policy of the university to maintain an academic and work environment free of discrimination, including harassment.
It prohibits discrimination and harassment against any person because of age, ancestry, color, disability or handicap, genetic information, national origin, race, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status and retaliation due to the reporting of discrimination or harassment. Discrimination, harassment or retaliation against faculty, staff or students will not be tolerated at The Pennsylvania State University.
Direct all inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy to the affirmative action director, The Pennsylvania State University, 328 Boucke Building, University Park, PA 16802-5901; call 865-4700/V or 863-0471/TTY.
Additional information is available by calling Ronda Stiles, Penn State Extension, at 765-7878 or e-mail at rxs76@psu.edu; Shelley Spicher, Clearfield Hospital, at 768-2054; or Lori Rancik, DRMC, at 371-9666.
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