HEALTHY LIVING
Staying Hydrated & Cool As temperatures soar this summer, it’s more important than ever, especially for people 60 and up, to protect themselves from the heat. Dehydration can sneak up quickly. Here are a few simple tips to keep you feeling your best: • Drink water regularly. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty! Aim for 6–8 glasses a day. • Avoid too much caffeine or alcohol. They can dehydrate you. • Keep a water bottle nearby. Whether you’re gardening, walking, or relaxing indoors. • Eat water-rich foods such as watermelon, cucumbers, and oranges. • Stay cool. Use fans, wear light clothing, and avoid going out during peak heat (10:00 am– 4:00 pm). • If you have pets , keep them indoors and hydrated, too! Free Cooling Centers in Tucson If your air conditioner or swamp cooler is not keeping you cool, the City of Tucson’s cooling centers are open through August 31 from noon to 4:00 pm daily. Cooling centers offer temporary, designated areas for the public to utilize and escape the heat during peak hours. Find a cooling center near you at: pima.gov/2307/Cooling-Centers Need a lift? Get a free ride to a cooling center by calling 2-1-1.
Class Schedule NEW LOCATION Randolph Recreation Center 10:30-11:30 class now at Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center (PCOA) 600 S. Country Club Rd Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:30–11:30 am Tucson Estates (TENHN) 5900 W. Western Way Circle Monday (Recreation Hall)
EnhanceFitness® Program EnhanceFitness® is developed specifically for older adults, with exercises focusing on four key areas important to your health and fitness: stretching and flexibility, low impact aerobics, strength training, and balance. You can join us no matter what your current level of fitness is because we offer seated, standing and virtual exercise options.
Wednesday, Friday (Multi-Purpose Hall) 10:30–11:30 am
Randolph Recreation Center 200 S. Alvernon Way, Bldg. 1 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00–10:00 am
El Rio Recreation Center 1390 W. Speedway Blvd. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:00 am–12:00 pm Udall Park, Carol West Senior Center 7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:00 am–12:00 pm Clements Regional Center, Fitness Center 8155 E. Poinciana Dr. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30–9:30 am REGISTER ONLINE AT: bit.ly/PCOAEnhanceFitness Oro Valley Recreation Center 10555 N. La Canada Dr., Oro Valley Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00–10:00 am Call (520) 544-1900 to register.
Can’t Attend an In-person Class?
Explore healthy fitness options in the comfort of your own home! Check out our Healthy Tidbits videos online with your phone, tablet, or laptop. Videos range from 15 minutes to an hour and offer instruction on activities including chair yoga, seated cardio, balance, strength exercises, and more. VISIT: bit.ly/HealthyTidbits FOR MORE INFORMATION about EnhanceFitness® classes please contact Cheryl Phillips at cphillips@pcoa.org or call (520) 305-3410.
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