Last year, approximately 68,026 British Columbians from all corners of BC got moving on Move for Health Day. So what is Move for Health Day? Since 2002, the World Health Organization has promoted Move for Health Day (MFHD) as a global day of physical activity. This year the BC parks and recreation is hoping to get over 70,000 people active on May 10th, 2009. On May 8th, I plan on attending an art walk in Yaletown and listening to an olympic athlete give a talk at the Roundhouse Recreation Centre. So, on May 10th, get out and get active!
Here are some events listed in Vancouver, Burnaby and Coquitlam. To download the full list of all the events in your community, go to http://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/mfhd.
Vancouver
1. On May 7th, the City Hall campus employees take a walk with the mayor (Gregor Robertson).
2. For moms looking for some fitness, on May 8th, Fit 4 Two® Stroller Fitness will have a fitness class to give you a full body work out and still be able to attend to your baby’s needs. All fitness levels are welcome. Rain or shine. Bring a yoga mat, water and any weather specific needs.
3. For seniors. On May 13th, there is a Seniors Walk for Fun and Health is co-sponsored by Strathcona Community.
Burnaby
1. For swimmers, on May 10th, there is a free swim time in celebration of Move for Health Day - noon - 2:00 pm at Eileen Dailly Pool.
2. For people interested in starting an exercise program, on May 10th, there is a low impact class includes the use of exercise tubing, hand weights, and the ball at the Bonsor Recreation Complex.
Coquitlam
1. For people interested in weight training, on May 10th, the Pinetree Community Centre will offer admission to its weight room on Sunday May 10th for only $1, between the hours of 8:30 AM and 8:00 PM.
2. For parents and kids, on May 10th, the Poirier Community Centre will allow you to have fun with gymnastics equipment, toys and other things to keep your little ones busy. An instructor will be on hand to suggest skills your child can learn.
Have a great Move for Health Day!
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