Update on PRF Fitness & Hot Weather Safety tips!

Update on PRF Fitness:   

I completed the Group Exercise Certification and will be completing the CPR/FA certification the first of Sept.   I gave my CPR spot this Saturday to Petra since she needed to have it done right away for the Children's Academy.  If anyone else is interested in taking the class please let me know.  Penny Poalson will do a class with at least four people at the Briarcliff Firehall.

Nancy Pickens and I met up at the church today to survey the space in the detached building which we are planning to use for our PRF Fitness Outreach coming in September!  Things are falling into place and looks like we'll be receiving several pieces (approx 10 of the hydraulic machines, some recovery boards and other items) donated from the Lakeway Curves which is closing August 30th.    There's plenty of space in the building.  We will be moving the equipment from Curves on Sunday August 31st after church so anyone who would like to lend a helping hand is always welcome! 

We'd love to have a treadmill, if anyone has one that's being used for a clothes hanger and you feel led to donate it.  :) We would also like a large wall mirror about the size of the one at Curves.  

I'm planning to lead a group exercise class Mon, Wed, Friday from 4:30 to 5:15 which will incorporate cardio, resistance training and balance.   If you have weights, fitness balls, exercise bands, bring those as some of the exercises will be using them.   In cooler weather we may even get out in the parking lot and do some walking or light jogging as we increase our intensity. This of course is optional.   We can also use the kitchen for teaching healthy cooking classes, Daniel plan meetings, etc.

I'm planning to make a flyer for Curves in Lakeway for anyone who lives out this way and looking for a new place for fitness.  I may drop some off at the new Middle School as well.  We are not charging a fee.  

Everyone however, will be required to sign a waiver (Informed Consent Form) and a PAR-Q (Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire) and Letter to Physician if there are medical conditions prevention them from exercising.

I will place an announcement in the Briarcliff newsletter once we have everything firmed up.

Appreciate all your prayers and support and anything you'd like to help with or donate please contact me or Nancy!
 

Sue's Mobile - 512-557-7523
sueseward@gmail.com

Nancy's Mobile - 512-799-4434
nancylee1939@gmail.com

 

Hot Weather Safety Tips

Research shows that hot weather may increase the risk of heart attacks especially in people with risk factors for heart disease in addition to causing other heat related disorders such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. This is even more probably when the relative humidity is high, causing people to sweat more. To help prevent problems due to heat, the American Heart Association stresses the importance of hydrating. Do this to maintain a salt-water balance by drinking plenty of fluids 9preferably water) before, during and after physical activity. Avoid alcoholic and caffeinated beverages. 

Other suggestions include:

*Work out and play sports during the cooler parts of the day, preferably early morning or early evening.

*If you must exercise at high temperatures or relative humidity, decrease your exercise intensity and duration.

*Take Advantage of a gym, the mall or anyplace else where you can get in regular physical activity.

*Allow your body to adapt partially to heat through repeated gradual daily exposures which generally occurs in four to 14 days.

*Wear minimal amounts of clothing or lightweight, light-colored clothing to facilitate cooling by evaporation.

*Exercise with a friend or family member.

*Know the signs of heart exhaustion which are: headaches, heavy sweating, cold and/or moist skin, chills, dizziness or fainting, weak or rapid pulse, muscle cramps, fast, shallow breathing, nausea, and vomiting.

*Know the symptoms of a heat stroke which are: warm and/or dry skin with no seating, strong and rapid pulse, confusion and/or unconsciousness, high fever, throbbing headaches, nausea, vomiting.

If you experience any of these symptoms, take steps to cool down and get medical attention immediately.

This article does not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please check with your doctor before beginning any exercise program.

Sue Seward
Certified Fitness Professional