Get Fit South County

Are you feeling like you need to do something to boost your health and fitness?  Do you need to lose weight?  Improve your diet?  Find a doctor?  St. Anthony’s Medical Center is bringing together the best fitness resources our community has to offer for one day under one roof.

Planned for March 10, the “Get Fit South County!” free event will feature fun exhibits sponsored by Curves, South County YMCA, Trader Joe’s, All N 1 Fitness, Logan Chiropractic Health Centers, Premier Care Orthopedics, Fleet Feet, Ellipse Fitness St. Louis, Best Body Fitness, Tower Tee Golf, Premier Pilates and more.

Participants can learn about St. Anthony’s new Get Fit! Online tools to help them set and track their own goals and give them health tips.

Attendees also can meet and talk with community health and fitness experts and take advantage of free screenings for blood pressure, body mass index, height/weight and more.  The event also will feature interactive demonstrations on better nutrition, exercise and lifestyle, as well as an “Ask the Doctor” booth where those attending can talk with a physician. 

Participants will receive a complimentary tote bag filled with surprises, refreshments, prizes and more.  “Get Fit South County!” is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 10 at Lindbergh High School, 5000 S. Lindbergh Blvd. in south St. Louis County.  Check-in is at 9:30 a.m.  The event is free, but space is limited and advance registration is required.  Call 314-ANTHONY (268-4669) to register. To learn more about the event, visitwww.stanthonysmedcenter.com/getfit.  To get a jump start on fitness prior to the event, watch a video featuring Dr. Donna Wagstaff’s tips on how to lose weight during the winter months by visiting http://youtu.be/IqyJgxWn6m4.