Franciscan Health Michigan City’s FIT-Together program returns

Free series of classes focuses on factors that contribute to healthy families

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Franciscan Health Michigan City’s free FIT-Together program, a family-

centered approach to health and wellness, is back and open for registration.

The unique, six-week fitness program is intended for households with children between the ages of 8

and 15. FIT-Together addresses the well-being of every participating family member, including

children, siblings, parents and parental figures.

Veronica Martin of Mindful Minds will help participants explore healthy choices in activities,

relationships and emotional health. Attendees will also learn the seven Cs of family resilience,

including control, competence, coping, confidence, connection, character and contribution.

Individual and family-centered physical activities and tips to maintain a healthy, active life with

Trainer Ron Gaston are included along with cooking, meal prep and sessions on understanding

nutritional facts with Chef Nakia. Participants will also receive weekly meal kits for the entire

family/household.

FIT-Together takes place from 4:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. Central on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June

17 to July 24 at The Temple Total Fitness Center, 1914 E. U.S. Highway 20 in Michigan City.

Participants should wear comfortable clothing and gym shoes to all sessions.

The program is made possible in part by a partnership between Franciscan Health Michigan City, Kia

Can Cook, Mindful Minds and The Temple Total Fitness Center.

The program is free, but registration is required. To register and more information, contact

Franciscan Health Michigan City Community Health Improvement Coordinator Nila Williams at

Nila.Williams@franciscanalliance.org or (219) 283-9649.

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