Tag: fitness

Sun Lakes Hiking Club expands hiking options

Hike Leader Vicki Deken talks about the life of an early pioneer buried along the trail.

Roberta Arpan Spring is in the air and the popularity of hiking among Sun Lakers continues to blossom! The Sun Lakes Hiking Club has now found it necessary to schedule several additional hikes each month to accommodate the number of residents who want to take to the trails. Club members (and “wanna be” members) have…

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…