Tuesday, January 8, 2013
Women's League launches annual get-fit program with health fair
Thinking about joining Strongsville Weighs Less this year? Then check out the Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12 at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center. The event, sponsored by Strongsville Women's League, will feature health-focused vendors and Southwest General Health Center, which will provide free screenings for body mass index, weight, blood glucose and blood pressure. Participants will weigh in (in a private setting) at the health fair. Strongsville Weighs Less is designed to motivate participants to get in shape and lose weight with the support of others and a series of motivational health-related talks by local experts. The final weigh-in and repeat health screenings will be April 6 at the rec center. For more …
Saturday, December 22, 2012
Strongsville Women's League still needs backers for the health fair kickoff Jan. 12
Sure, the holidays are looming, but it's not too early to start thinking about the new year ahead -- and how you'll get back into shape. Strongsville Women’s League is already preparing for its annual Strongsville Weighs Less citywide health and wellness campaign, which will kick off Saturday, Jan. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center. The group is currently looking for table sponsors for the Health Fair kickoff event. Cost to sponsor a table at the Health Fair is $50. Click here for more details. Southwest General Health Center will offer free health screenings. For more information on reserving a table as a sponsor, visit the website at strongsvilleweighsless.org or contact Krista Searles at 440-238-4744 or Bev…
Friday, December 7, 2012
Strongsville Women's League is looking for sponsors for Health Fair kickoff
Sure, the holidays are looming, but it's not too early to start thinking about the new year ahead -- and how you'll get back into shape. Strongsville Women’s League is already preparing for its annual Strongsville Weighs Less citywide health and wellness campaign, which will kick off Saturday, Jan. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center. The group is currently looking for table sponsors for the Health Fair kickoff event. Cost to sponsor a table at the Health Fair is $50. Click here for more details. Southwest General Health Center offer free health screenings. For more information on reserving a table as a sponsor, visit the website at strongsvilleweighsless.org or contact Krista Searles at 440-238-4744 or Bev …
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Research shows good nutrition and exercise can help prevent breast cancer
You might be able to find help fighting breast cancer and other types of cancers at your local grocery store and fitness centers, according to the research findings of Dr. Marian Neuhouser, Ph.D, RD. Dr. Neuhouser is a nutritional epidemiologist with a background in nutritional sciences. She is an investigator at Seattle’s Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Her research is focused on lifestyle factors such as nutrition and physical activity. Some factors may prevent breast and prostate cancer and improve survivorship in those diagnosed with cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year, more than 200,000 American women are diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,000 American women will die …
Monday, April 2, 2012
Anchors A-Weigh will recognize winners of weight loss contest, too
Strongsville Women's League will host its annual spring event, called Anchors A-Weigh, April 21 at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center. The party runs 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. and features a cash bar for wine, beer or martinis; a silent auction, 50/50 raffle and casual cruise attire. The winners of the Strongsville Weighs Less contest will also be announced and recognized. Tickets are $30 and available by calling 440-238-0950.
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Lots of people sign up to get in shape together
Pat Beran doesn't have any specific weight-loss goals -- she just wants to get healthier. So she signed up for Strongsville Weighs Less, a get-fit program offered for the second year by the Strongsville Women's League. "I thought, a new year, a new start," Beran said. "Also, my neighbor won it last year, so that was incentive." On Saturday, 119 people showed up at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center for their initial weigh-in. Dozens more came in for a second-chance sign-up Monday night. The program is designed to give residents the information and motivation to start eating better and exercising. The Women's League has arranged a series of talks by local doctors and fitness experts, starting tonight with Bryan McIntosh of Dynamic Fitness. …
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Winners announced in get-fit contest
The results are in for Strongsville Weighs Less, a citywide get-fit initiative sponsored by the Strongsville Women's League, and it appears nearly everyone ended up losing weight and getting at least a bit healthier. Overall, the 153 participants lost 4 percent of their collective body weight, according to Beverly Kenworthy, who organized the initiative. "The people who were in it said they liked it and felt it was helpful," Kenworthy said. The program started with a weigh-in back in January and included a series of talks and demonstrations on healthy eating and exercise. The point of the program was to offer motivation, support and camaraderie for those trying to get in better shape, Kenworthy said. The male winner in weight loss is Brad …
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Stongsville Women's League presents annual fundraiser
More than 200 people danced and partied the night away at Celebrate & Dance to the Music, presented by the Stongsville Women's League at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center April 16. In addition to dancing, the event featured an auction, raffles, music, martinis by Shinto, smoothies by Bartenza and food from Don's Pomeroy House, Trivs, Busy Bakers, Riverstone Taverne, J. Bella, Sweet Mango, The Bier Haus, Cleats, Bianca's, Italian Village, Chipotle, Palate Restaurant and Lounge, Gina's Pizza, Mad Cactus and Olympia Candy.
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Friday, April 15, 2011
Annual fundraiser set for April 16
Strongsville Women’s League invites everyone to “Celebrate - and Dance To the Music!” at its annual fundraiser from 7:30-11:30 p.m. Saturday, April 16 at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center, 18100 Royalton Road. The evening will feature appetizers from area restaurants, dessert tables and coffee. Cash bars will include alcoholic/non-alcoholic fresh-fruit smoothies by Bartenza, martinis by Shinto, wine and beer. There will be a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle. DJ John Turner from “Fire Squad” Music and Entertainment will be demonstrating the latest dance moves, with dancing throughout the evening. Congratulations will be extended and prizes awarded as winners of the Strongsville Women’s League’s three-month Strongsville Weighs Less program…
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Walter F. Ehrnfelt Recreation and Senior Center
18100 Royalton Rd, Strongsville, OH
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Saturday, March 26, 2011
Annual fundraiser is April 16
Strongsville Women’s League invites everyone to “Celebrate - and Dance To the Music!” at its annual fundraiser from 7:30-11:30 p.m. Saturday, April 16 at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center, 18100 Royalton Road. The evening will feature appetizers from area restaurants, dessert tables and coffee. Cash bars will include alcoholic/non-alcoholic fresh-fruit smoothies by Bartenza, martinis by Shinto, wine and beer. There will be a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle. DJ John Turner from “Fire Squad” Music and Entertainment will be demonstrating the latest dance moves, with dancing throughout the evening. Congratulations will be extended and prizes awarded as winners of the Strongsville Women’s League’s three-month Strongsville Weighs Less program…
41.31406
-81.83011
Walter F. Ehrnfelt Recreation and Senior Center
18100 Royalton Rd, Strongsville, OH
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