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Fit and Fun gathering

Susan Reynhout How is your new year going so far? Are you able to stick to your New Year’s resolutions? Do you need some support? Do you have one hour a week? We can help with positive support, reinforcement and information at our weekly meeting! We are learning how to get healthier. Come and join…

Aerobic fitness competition

The Arizona Lifelong Fitness Foundation presents the Arizona Senior Olympics Aerobic Fitness Medley Competition on Saturday, February 27 at the North Phoenix Baptist Church, 5757 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85012; phone 602-707-5914. Check in is at 8:30 a.m., competition begins at 9:00 a.m. Create your own routine and compete in a small or large…

Water aerobics in Cottonwood

Karen Hall Winter is in Sun Lakes. Even though the temperature can be on the chilly side, we try to still have our water aerobics. We dress accordingly while in the pool as well as when we go back home after class. Our schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00-9:00 a.m. and Saturdays from 9:00-10:00…

Hit the new year walking

Sue Schwartz Lace up your sneakers, bring a water bottle and join the I Love Walking group. Walking is the perfect form of exercise. It requires nothing but time and your own two feet. Walking at your own pace in the safe environment of our Palo Verde lounge, dining room, surrounding patio, Pro Shop, tennis…

Sun Lakes Pioneer Hikers reminisce

Barbara Schira, Marge Meredith, Joe Bibler and Veronica Deuce talk about their days on the trail.

Roberta Arpan The Sun Lakes Hiking Club is one of the most active and fastest growing organizations in the Sun Lakes community. It was loosely organized in 1987 when a handful of hikers met each week to explore the natural wonders of Arizona. Today, 192 active members are offered as many as four hikes a…

The Art of Balance classes at Cottonwood

Have you fallen? Are you concerned about falls and restricting your activities because of this concern? During these 30 minute classes you will set goals for increasing activity and learn how to view falls as controllable; make changes to reduce falls risks at home; and exercise to increase strength and balance. The Art of Balance…

Get Up ‘N Go – see Sun Lakes area by bike

Cycling during the winter months is pure joy in AZ. Please join us for a series of relaxed, twice weekly bicycle rides exploring Sun Lake’s network of roads and perhaps some neighboring ones. The rides are ongoing with a large contingent of eager cyclists. These hour and a half to two hour tours launch from…

Cha-Ching!

Sue Schwartz Cottonwood Palo Verde Connections, in partnership with the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) Changing the Way We Age Campaign, is proud to present the first in our winter 2016 series of Specialty Fitness Equipment. We are featuring specialty equipment that provides our homeowners with opportunities to enhance personal wellness and functional ability,…