FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN FRANKLIN COUNTY

Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, & community efforts.

MAY IS NATIONAL FITNESS AND SPORTS MONTH

Regular physical activity is good for everyone’s health, and

people of all ages and body types can be physical active. Na-

tional Physical Fitness and Sport Month is a great time to

spend the word about the benefits of getting active.

Here are just a few benefits of physical activity:

Children and adolescents - Physical activity can im-

prove muscular fitness and bone and heart health.

Adults– Physical activity can lower risk for heart dis-

ease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers.

Older adults– Physical activity can lower the risk of

falls and improve cognitive functioning (like learning and

judgment skills).

Communities, health professionals, and families can work to-

gether to create opportunities for everyone to get more physi-

cal activity.

Make a differences: Spread the word about fun ways to get

moving!

How can a National Physical Fitness and Sports

Month make a difference?

We can all used this month to raise awareness about the

benefits of physical activity.

Here are just a few ideas:

Encourage families to make small changes, like taking

a walk after dinner or going on a bike ride.

Motivate teachers and administrators to make physical

activity a part of every student’s day.

Identify youth leaders in the community who can talk

to their peers about the importance of being active.

Back by Popular Demand!

NEW FITNESS

CHALLENGE

BEGINS IN JUNE!

Forgotten Coast Fitness &

Wellness Center will offer a special discount rate for

Fitness Challenge Participants

Want to join a community fitness challenge? Now is Your chance! FITNESS CHALLENGE INFO:

-12 Week Weight Loss/Fitness Challenge (June 1- August 28, 2015)

- The cost is $15 per participant.

- 1st place winner will take home 50% of participant pot, 2nd place-30%, 3rd place-

20%. - Results are based on percentage of weight loss so that it is fair for all!

- There will be a weigh-in every 3 weeks to keep everyone motivated.

- Workout on your own or coordinate with a group.

You MUST register the first week of June to participate in the challenge.

*Registration and Weigh-ins will be held at the Florida Department of Health in Franklin County

locations:

APALACHICOLA:

139 12th Street, Apalachicola, FL 32320

8:00-5:00 pm EST— MON-FRIDAY

Ask for Alma Pugh 850-653-2111 x 133

June 1-5: Initial Weigh-in June 17-18: 3 week weigh-in

July 8-9: 3 week weigh-in July 29-30: 3 week weigh-in August 28: Final weigh-in

CARRABELLE:

106 NE 5th Carrabelle, FL 32322

8:00-5:30 pm EST MON-THURS

Ask for Amy Crosby, 850-697-4121 ext 0

June 1-5: Initial Weigh-in June 17-18: 3 week weigh-in

July 8-9: 3 week weigh-in July 29-30: 3 week weigh-in August 28: Final weigh-in

This event is brought to you by the Franklin County Community Health Improvement Partners. “Like” the Facebook

page to stay informed:

https://www.facebook.com/C.H.I.P of Franklin County

Location: Van Johnson Recreation and Community Complex

192 14th Street

Apalachicola, Fl 32320

C.H.I.P ( Community Health and Improve-

ment Partners) Fitness Initiative

Special Offer

Sign up for the Fitness Initiative with the Community Health Im-

provement Partners at the Florida Department of Health in Frank-

lin County and receive up to $5 off a monthly membership for up

to 3 months at Fitness & Wellness Center. Any questions please

contact Sarah Madson at (407) 267-1060 or email:

FCFWCenter@yahoo.com

Offer good June-August 2015

May 10-16, 2015

National Women’s Health Week is an observance led by the U.S. Department of Health

and Human Services Office on Women’s Health. The goal is to empower women to make

their health a priority. The week also serves as a time to help women understand what

steps they can take to improve their health. The 16th annual National Women’s Health

Week kicks off on Mother’s Day, May 10, and is celebrated until May 16, 2015.

W H A T S T E P S C A N I T A K E F O R B E T T E R H E A L T H ?

To improve your physical and mental health, you can: Visit a doctor or nurse to receive

regular checkups and preventive screenings.

Get active.

Eat healthy.

Pay attention to mental health, including getting enough sleep and managing stress.

Avoid unhealthy behaviors, such as smoking, texting while driving, and not wearing a

seatbelt or bicycle helmet.

For more information please visit: http://womenshealth.gov/nwhw/about/

We would like to wish a Happy Belated Birth-day! Lisa Hogan May 7

The next CHIP (Community Health Improve-ment Partners) meeting will be held on June 2, 2015 at 11:00am-12:00pm. Located: Florida Department of Health in Franklin County

139 12th Street Apalachicola, Florida 32320