You At Your Best

SPonSoR ConTEnT SATURdAY, JUnE 29, 2019 | JUlY - ExERciSE & FiTnESS nwAdg.cOm/YOUATYOURBEST | YOU AT YOUR BEST | 13 SPECiAl To nWA DEMoCRAT-GAzETTE The Washington Regional Center for Exercise is more than just a gym – it's a health and wellness haven for individuals who want to exercise in a safe, comfortable and non- intimidating environment and promote a healthy lifestyle. The Center's exercise physiologists and specialists hold graduate degrees in exercise science and certifications from national agencies. They are here to help members get fit, lose weight, relieve pain and feel better. Services include: • A variety of equipment to build strength, tone and improve cardiovascular health • Personal training - land or water • Over 50 classes and workshops a week including Yoga, Tai Chi, Water Aerobics, Zumba Gold, Circuit and Boot Camp • Dietician services • Silver Sneakers and Silver & Fit programs • Cardiac pulmonary maintenance for members graduating from rehabilitation programs • Strength and cardiovascular equipment that is wheelchair and handicapped accessible • Mobility program designed to promote independence for those with permanent physical disabilities Facility includes: • A large area for exercise with cardiovascular and resistance equipment • 2 exercise classrooms • Warm water exercise and rehabilitation pools that reduce the impact to your joints by up to 30% • Showers, locker rooms, locker rental, towel service Hours: • Monday through Friday - 5 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday - 1 to 5 p.m. The Center for Exercise is located at 12 East Appleby Road in Fayetteville, on the Washington Regional Medical Center campus. Monthly memberships are available. More information is available by calling 479-463-3488 or by visiting the Washington Regional Center for Exercise website at www.wrcfe.com. Washington regional Center for exercise SPECiAl To nWA DEMoCRAT-GAzETTE Hydration becomes increasingly important as the weather gets warmer. According to Natalie Bules, a registered dietitian at Washington Regional, "Exercising in the summer makes water consumption more important than ever because dehydration can have negative health consequences." Symptoms of dehydration include fatigue, dizziness, headache, confusion, muscle weakness and dark colored urine. Tips for staying hydrated: • Drink a glass of water right when you get up each day. • Whether you feel thirsty or not, drink water before, during and after exercise. • Don't wait until you're thirsty to drink. • Increase your fruit and veggie intake - they are rich in water and nutrients. • Carry a refillable water bottle. • Minimize caffeine intake. • Drink at least eight, eight-ounce glasses of fluid per day, even when not exercising or getting out into the heat. • If you're going to be out in the heat or exercising, drink at least 10-12 eight-ounce glasses of fluid per day. • Add lemon, fruit or any no-calorie sweetener to flavor your water and add variety. • Sports drinks are great when sweating heavily or exercising for more than 60 minutes. • Exercise early or late in the day to avoid the hottest part of the day. • Wear light colored comfortable and loose clothing that shades as much of your body as possible. • If you're on a medication or have a diagnosis that may require fluid restriction, consult your doctor for specific fluid needs. "If you or someone you know is showing signs of dehydration, seek medical attention immediately," encourages Bules. STaying hydraTEd during the warmer weather

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