Are you looking to become more active in the new year?

Those of all ages are welcome to join the Lakeside Village in Panora for their “Live 2 B Healthy” fitness classes that take place each Tuesday and Thursday from 9-9:45 a.m. These classes are free to anyone interested in improving their balance, strength, and flexibility. Lakeside Village Manager Amanda Creen says they are hoping to increase their attendance this January as part of a national contest, “So the contest is to become the most fit Live 2 B Healthy community nationwide. So in order to win that we need increased attendance so we wanted to get with Raccoon Valley Radio and invite everyone out to our senior fitness classes with Live 2 B Healthy.”

Creen estimates that one-third of the Lakeside Village’s residents regularly attend these classes, so she encourages residents to come and bring their friends and relatives this January, as well as the general public to improve their fitness and prevent a sedentary lifestyle. The community that raises their class participation levels by the highest percentage will be named the Most Fit Live 2 B Healthy Community in the Nation. These classes are led by certified personal trainers and are free to attend year round, but Creen encourages everyone to start on the path to a healthier 2019 by participating in the challenge.