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    Ironman has soft heart for childrens charity  Nov 1, 2009
    Ironman has soft heart for childrens charity. Ironman has soft heart for childrens charity. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Out with the old  Oct 30, 2009
    Equipment from the Y's Family Fitness Center, 4040 Paxson, which closed Thursday, was hauled into the Butte Community YMCA, 2975 Washoe St. ... The Y board voted in September to close the Family Fitness Center due to financial and other reasons, president Dale Sessions said at that time. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Kings add corporate sponsors  Oct 23, 2009
    Other new sponsors include: Apollo Jets, Bella Bru Caf;s, California Family Fitness, wireless Internet service provider Clear, Foot Locker, GSL Fine Lithographers, , the law firm of , MillerCoors, , Spalding and the state Office of Traffic Safety. declined to say how revenue from corporate sponsorships compares to previous years. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)

    Renovation begins on CSC auditorium  Oct 7, 2009
    That kind of facility would accommodate a wide range of users including Carl Sandburg College, the public schools, Prairieland Investment Group, the city of Carthage, the park district and Carthage Family Fitness. They are all potential partners, Schmidt said. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)

    My Prescription for Political Indigestion  Oct 6, 2009
    Columns, funnies in your inbox. Townhall Daily Alert Your daily must-read of conservative columns, cartoons and news. (Townhall.com)

    Festival, fair, seminars at Colony Place  Oct 3, 2009
    Guests will have a chance to win a prize from Healthtrax in Hanover; a one-year family fitness membership for five people valued at $1,400. This event is free to the public thanks to the generous sponsorship of South Shore Senior News, Oak Point Homes in Middleboro, Healthtrax fitness center in Hanover, Braintree Rehab Hospital in Braintree and Commonwealth Atrius Cancer Center in Weymouth. (Kingston Mariner, MA)

    The Secret Weapon in America's Revolution  Oct 2, 2009
    On Sept. 28, 1781, Gen. George Washington led a combined force of 17,000 French and Continental troops upon Yorktown, Va. and encircled British Gen. Charles Cornwallis and his regiment of 9,000 British troops. (Human Events Online)

    Letters to the editor  Oct 1, 2009
    The Family Fitness Event held Sept. 13, at Bower Springs Conservation Area was a great success. The Bolton Conservation Commission and Board of Health want to thank our local farms; Bolton Spring Farm, Great Brook Farms, Nicewicz Family Farm and Shartner Farms for donating drinks and fresh picked fruits. (Bolton Common, MA)

    279 comments  Oct 1, 2009
    The Secret Weapon in America's Revolution - HUMAN EVENTS. The Secret Weapon in America's Revolution by 09/29/2009. (Human Events Online)

    Y closing Paxson street facility  Sep 24, 2009
    The board voted unanimously to close the Family Fitness Center, 4040 Paxson Ave., by Oct. 30, according to a board president Dale Sessions ... The building then became the YMCA Family Fitness Center. (Montana Standard, MT)

    YMCA to close Paxson Street building (27)  Sep 24, 2009
    The Board of the YMCA decided Wednesday morning to close the Paxson Street Family Fitness Center. All memberships will be transferred to the Washoe Street Butte Family YMCA. All the equipment and most of the programs at the Paxson Street facility will be moved to the Washoe Street YMCA.. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Lightning-strike victim comes home  Sep 21, 2009
    That includes physical therapy sessions two or three times a week and swimming sessions at American Family Fitness with his father, who learned at Kluge how to lead Jonathan through special exercises. Date published: 9/21/2009. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)

    SC gov Sanford slogs mud at SC Marine Corps run  Sep 19, 2009
    Sanford says the run is part of his ongoing "Family Fitness Challenge," which emphasizes health living for South Carolinians. Sanford is an avid runner and ran cross country in college. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    Getting better bargain much easier in this economy  Sep 18, 2009
    HEALTH CLUBS: You may not be able to negotiate a better price at a health club (it would be unfair for one member to pay one thing and another something much cheaper), but you can ask for more, said Kevin Laferriere, president of Lifestyle Family Fitness, which has 55 locations in four states ... Employee Molly Zawacki, left, and Wendy Friedman at the credit card terminal at Lifestyle Family Fitness in St. Petersburg, Fla ... You may not be able to negotiate a better price at a health club (it... (Honolulu Advertiser)

    New architect drives country club upgrades in Palo Alto  Sep 16, 2009
    The renovations include a new 26,000-square-foot family fitness center featuring a children s room, teen room, snack bar, private locker room, wet and dry sauna, yoga and Pilates studios, private dining room, a 3,000-square-foot workout gym and a new driving range. New to golf design. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)

    IWHS wrestling program has a home  Sep 4, 2009
    The first year of the Illini West High School wrestling program will have its home at the Carthage Family Fitness Center. The board approved a contract with center to use its back room for practices for the new team during a special meeting of the board Wednesday, Aug. 26. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)

    Steel structure goes up at Wellness Center  Sep 3, 2009
    The facility includes: multipurpose court (racquetball, yoga, Nintendo Wii); Swanson Family fitness studio (aerobics, party rentals, etc. McDowell work out area; Kid's Zone play area. (Harlan Tribune, IA)

    Open house to be held at Healthtrax Fitness and Wellness Center  Aug 21, 2009
    Highlights include: Kids Fit and Fun everyday from 9 a.m. to noon; Parents Night Out on Friday, Aug. 21, from 6 to 10 p.m.; and Family Fitness, Saturday, Aug. 22. For more information, call 781-826-1300 or visit the Web site at healthtrax. (Hanover Mariner, MA)

    Local sports announcements  Aug 18, 2009
    Registration forms may be picked up and/or turned in at both the Community YMCA and the Family Fitness Center and during the Y summer soccer games. For more information, call Connie or Leslie at 494-3605. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Announcements  Aug 17, 2009
    Registration forms can be picked up and/or turned in at both the Community YMCA and the Family Fitness Center and during the Y summer soccer games. For more information, call 494-3605 and ask for Connie or Leslie. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Nolden takes on leadership of Carthage Family Fitness, announces schedule  Aug 12, 2009
    The Carthage Family Fitness is gearing up for a busy fall season of activities with a new director at the helm ... The Carthage Family Fitness has a board and is under the umbrella of the Carthage Park District board for their liability insurance. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)

    San Antonio Sports launches family fitness initiative  Aug 5, 2009
    for free extra services. Subscribe to San Antonio Business Journal. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)

    Ministers of hope  Aug 4, 2009
    Club Boom in Ormond Beach is offering membership discounts and free family fitness days in exchange for school supply donations. A $100 membership discount is available for those who donate school supplies through Aug. 22. (Daytona Beach News Journal)

    Power fitness offered at Carthage Family Fitness  Jul 23, 2009
    A power fitness class is offered at Carthage Family Fitness July 20 to Aug. 28 from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. LaDonna Nolden will lead the morning workout class. Payment is based on the number of days attended. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)

    Taking home the title  Jul 20, 2009
    that Wolfley and her co-workers at Groll Family Fitness are required to attend ... Every year, some of the instructors at Groll Family Fitness, where Lisa works, attend an IDEA Health and Fitness Association certification program ... "I need to thank Groll Family Fitness. They have been a real support to me," she said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)

    Runners corner: North Andover/Merrimack Valley Striders Fourth of July Road Race remains a day for family, fitness and fun  Jul 11, 2009
    Wed Jul 08, 2009, 07:21 PM EDT. Two months ago, nobody was really sure there would be a return of the North Andover/Merrimack Valley Striders Fourth of July Road Race that was on hiatus for three years, while the Town Center was getting a facelift. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)

    Adult Leagues  Jul 11, 2009
    Wakefield - It s been a day for family, fitness and fun for the past three decades. Back in 1979, it was quite a year for the running world, especially for runners in our neck of the woods. (Wakefield Observer, MA)

    Attention all runners: A Fourth of July tradition returns after three years hiatus  Jul 6, 2009
    By Tom Licciardello/Runners Corner. Mon Jun 29, 2009, 07:08 PM EDT. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)

    A Fourth of July tradition returns to North Adover Saturday  Jul 4, 2009
    Brian Moody has always been near the top if not on top in recent Fourth of July North Andover/Merrimack Valley Striders Road Races. By Tom Licciardello/Runners Corner. (North Andover Citizen, MA)

    Family Shares Weight-Loss Success Story  Jul 2, 2009
    They ate better, worked out more and lost 25 pounds and won the Family Fitness Challenge. "It's a confidence booster, knowing you finished the challenge and accomplished your goal," said Hannah Budwig. (7 KETV Omaha)

    Loser is big winner  Jun 24, 2009
    Carla Mudd was the winner of the Carthage Family Fitness Awesome Loser spring contest and received a bicycle. With 20 people starting the 12-week program, Mudd lost 21 1/2 pounds. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)

    Business is good?  Jun 20, 2009
    Now, it s building outdoor pools, decks and kids entertainment areas for California Family Fitness. So far, its revenue projections have held up through the first half of the year, and future anticipated work suggests the targeted 25 percent increase will be met, Gyori said. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)

    Wrestling added to IWHS sports line-up; Athletic event fees reduced for adults, seniors  Jun 18, 2009
    John Wilde, who works with the Carthage Family Fitness wrestling program, told the board that he had spoken with football, Jim Unruh, who said he and his brothers had wrestled in college. I asked him if he had any concern about approving the wrestling program. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)

    Kids' Summer Camps  Jun 5, 2009
    YMCA Programs Two facilities are operated, the new Butte Community YMCA, 782-1266, with the swimming pools, aerobic and weight rooms, at 2975 Washoe St., and the Butte Family Fitness Center, 494-3605, with racquetball courts, gym, and weight rooms, 4040 Paxson Ave. ... Kamp Kermit, for 3- to 5-year-olds, meets from 10:30 a.m. to noon Monday through Wednesday at the Butte YMCA Family Fitness Center, 4040 Paxson Ave. and Thursdays at the Butte Community YMCA, 2975 Washoe St. for swimming. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Record field set for Pineapple Man  May 30, 2009
    Both were awarded overall honors at the first race of the Family Fitness Weekend Sprint Triathlon Series in Ruskin on May 9 and then grabbed age group podium spots at the Memphis in May international-distance triathlon the following weekend. And both are returning to the race they consider their own. (Florida Today)

    SUMMER BLUES: Tween-teen parents work to ward off bordom  May 24, 2009
    For example, Lifestyle Family Fitness has free summer memberships for teens 12 to 17 in all 55 of its locations. n. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    Illini West approves reading aid, hears more on wrestling  May 20, 2009
    Wrestling makes a good transition from football into spring sports for conditioning and agility training, said Wilde who works with the youth wrestling program at Carthage Family Fitness. There are students nearing high school age in the program. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)

    It's not Big Brother's traffic detector  May 19, 2009
    A family fitness center is still in the works at the southeast corner of the intersection, according to Aaron Bush, the city's community development director. The facility will make the signal more needed than ever. (Appeal Democrat, CA)

    A little friendly competition at second annual Family Fitness Day  May 17, 2009
    BLOOMINGTON -- Sandra Sharp of Bloomington showed off her skills as she booted a football at Family Fitness Day at White Oak Park on Saturday ... In another part of the Twin Cities, opening ceremonies for the Born Learning Trail were held Saturday at Anderson Park, providing parents with another option for family fitness this summer ... Sandra Sharp kicks a football Saturday during Bloomington Park ation Department 2009 Family Fitness day at White Oak Park in Bloomington. (The Pantagraph newspaper)

    Twice as many groups joining in on Family Fitness Day  May 11, 2009
    Family Fitness Day 2009 will be 1 to 4 p.m. May 16 at White Oak Park ... Mickey Lower, far left, of Heyworth, teaches a couple moves while Lee Brewer, of Bloomington, far right, Kim Halm, 7, right, of Normal, Samantha Helbig, 9, right back, of Bloomington, Kristi Mounce, 11, of Bloomington, center back, and Hannah Lovel, 10, of Bloomington, left, back, follow along during the Family Fitness Day at White Oak Park in Bloomington Saturday afternoon (May 17, 2008). (The Pantagraph newspaper)

    Molly, by golly  May 10, 2009
    That's how Klapan ended up working one day a week at the day care at the YMCA Family Fitness Center. Sheryl Tremis, YMCA childcare provider, has known Klapan since she first began at the Y in November of 2004. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Wii games to be part of meeting  May 7, 2009
    Family fitness fun walk offered. OCEANSIDE ---- Senior Olympic gold medalist Carl Grubbs will be part of a free fitness fun walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Oak Riparian Park, 4625 Lake Blvd. Grubbs will talk about ways to improve upper body strength and flexibility while walking on a course for all ages, limitations and athletic abilities. (North County Times)

    West Roxbury YMCA making healthy lifestyle choices fun  Apr 28, 2009
    The event featured exercise demonstrations, family fitness activities and health screenings at the West Roxbury YMCA.. West Roxbury YMCA making healthy lifestyle choices fun. (Rsolindale Parkway Transcript, MA)

    Y sets annual women's walk  Apr 28, 2009
    Those interested in participating in the walk can register at the Community YMCA on Washoe St. or the Family Fitness Center at 4040 Paxson prior to the event ... For more information, call the Community YMCA at 782-1266 or the Family Fitness Center at 494-3605. (Montana Standard, MT)

    One family's healthy path  Apr 20, 2009
    Source: "101 Tips for Family Fitness Fun" by the National Association of Sport and Physical Education ... To get a free copy of the NASPE's "101 Tips for Family Fitness Fun," send a self-addressed, stamped envelope and request to. (Albany Times Union)

    Weekend Roundup: April 18, 19  Apr 18, 2009
    Manor Heights will host the third annual Family Fitness Day from 9 to 11 a.m. The event most likely will be held in the gymnasium, due to unstable spring weather. If you have any questions, contact Jill Weibel at 577-4545. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)

    Texas elementary school gets noise citation  Apr 17, 2009
    Police in suburban Universal City say they had to issue the citation after Butch Armstrong complained about the noise coming from Olympia Elementary School during the school's Family Fitness Day on March 20. More News. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)

    IWHS students speak for teacher; wrestling revisited  Apr 15, 2009
    John Wilde, from Carthage Family Fitness, addressed the board revisiting the question of starting a wrestling program at the high school. With him was Chad Gilpin, head wrestling coach of West Hancock Titan program. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)

    Texas Elementary School Cited For Noise Ordinance Violation  Apr 15, 2009
    Olympia Elementary School principal Terry LeBleu has a May court date for a noise citation after Bruce Armstrong complained that a Family Fitness Day event was too loud. The San Antonio Express-News reported Tuesday that police in suburban Universal City said they had to issue the citation. (KWTX.com, TX)

    West Roxbury Y offers Healthy Kids Day  Apr 14, 2009
    This year s activities vary and may include exercise demonstrations, family fitness activities, health screenings, educational fun projects, nutritious food demonstrations and more. Educational take-home materials for parents will also be provided. (Rsolindale Parkway Transcript, MA)

    Earth Day On Salado Creek Celebrates Earth And The Arts  Apr 14, 2009
    The Central Texas Family Fitness Center kicks off the celebration with a 5K Fun Run/Walk, 8AM at Tenroc Ranch; day of race registration available. The Following Central Texas Authors to share their talents with appearances, book signing and story telling. (KWTX.com, TX)

    Southeast Drops Final Home Match of Season to UT Martin, 7-0  Apr 10, 2009
    - Southeast tennis fell today by a 7-0 margin at the Class Act Family Fitness tennis courts to the second place UT Martin Skyhawks. The Redhawks now drop to 1-18 (1-6 OVC) on the year, while the Skyhawks continue to improve to 11-6 (7-1 OVC). (Gosoutheast.com)

    Get smart about self-defense  Apr 10, 2009
    Women of all ages are invited to a free introduction to self-defense techniques using the principles of hapkido, presented by Reiko Ho of Martial Arts Family Fitness Hawai'i, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. today at Lululemon Athletica in Ala Moana Center's Nordstrom wing. Information: 946-7220. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Ivy Tech holds Couch Tater 5K Run/Walk  Apr 10, 2009
    The 5K Walk, a non-competitive family fitness walk for those who prefer a leisurely pace, will begin at 9:10 am. Both individual and group participation is encouraged. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)

    Police in the Neighborhood  Apr 7, 2009
    From noon to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Richmond Police, along with community partners from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, ChildSavers, Kool Smiles, the Boys & Girls Club, American Family Fitness, Wawa, Loving's Produce and Sam's Club, will visit an inner-city location to distribute literature, discuss law enforcement initiatives and healthy lifestyles, and conduct health screenings. Billed as "Safe and Healthy Communities Week," the program will make stops at the following locations. (WTVR.com, VA)

    Southeast Tennis Captures First Win of Season Against Tennessee State  Apr 6, 2009
    - The Southeast Missouri State tennis squad took down the Tennessee State Tigers today by a score of 4-2 at the Class Act Family Fitness courts. Earning their first win of the season, the Redhawks also kept the Tigers winless this season. (Gosoutheast.com)

    HOW TO ... Make your children fitter  Mar 25, 2009
    Even making one or two of the changes from Healthy You s Countdown to Family Fitness: 5-4-3-2-1 program will help, Benson said. Five: Serve at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Health Snapshots  Mar 24, 2009
    Even making one or two of the changes from Healthy You's "Countdown to Family Fitness: 5-4-3-2-1''program will help, Benson said:Five: Serve at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day. It's easier than it sounds: half a cup of veggies or half a medium-sized banana, for example, counts as a serving. Keep sliced fruits and vegetables within easy reach of children. Four: Give kids four servings of water a day. Avoid soda and sugary juices they're very high in calories and sugar give... (Montana Standard, MT)

    More background on Butte YMCA situation  Mar 22, 2009
    The board approved shutting down the Family Fitness Center in a meeting at the end of 2008 as a way to save money ... ralphie4 wrote on Mar 10, 2009 11:12 AM:" How does Lisa get all of this information?? Much of the numbers she talks about were after she had left her post as the Business Director!!?? Did the board really VOTE to close the family fitness center? When there is a board in place at a business such as the YMCA isn't it the responsibility of the board to pay the payroll taxes if they... (Montana Standard, MT)

    Empty Bowls spotlights local hunger issues  Mar 21, 2009
    Family fitness demonstration: 1:30 to 2. Throughout the day: Face painting, bounce house, petting zoo and Green Valley fire truck. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    Wrestling coach repeats request for sport at Illini West  Mar 18, 2009
    We brought in 20 kids last year to show the growing interest in the sport, Wilde said, who works with the wrestling program at Carthage Family Fitness. I am here again as a reminder to see how we can get the ball rolling at the high school. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)

    Lake Wales Family Fitness Day Saturday  Mar 12, 2009
    Published: Wednesday, March 11, 2009 9:09 AM EDT Polk County Family Fitness Initiative will hold the Lake Wales Family Fitness Day, this Saturday, March 14th, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Plans are coming together for a wonderful fun-filled day for the family. Many activities are scheduled to entertain the children and adults, alike. (Lake Wales News, FL)

    LETTERS: Activate Easton thanks local fitness businesses  Feb 27, 2009
    On behalf of Activate Easton, we would like to thank the fitness businesses in Easton who participated in this month s February Family Fitness. By contributing free classes or other fitness experiences, they provided us with a taste for area activities that will help us all, young and old, get moving and get fit. (Easton Journal, MA)

    Safe sexting? There's no such thing  Feb 25, 2009
    Half-naked women writhe and stretch and caress themselves in music videos on the television sets suspended from the ceiling at the family fitness center. Trust me, they're not doing Pilates. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)

    Aquatic Center Fall Fitness Challenge  Feb 25, 2009
    The Aquatic Center would like to thank the following sponsors for making it successful Collier Harley-Davidson, First Citizens Bank, Roanoke Valley Savings Bank, Dr. Tom Mebane (optometrist), New Republic, Crowley s Family Fitness Center, Oscar s Restaurant and Mechanical Air. Advertisement. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)

    How ’bout a swim?  Feb 17, 2009
    While Riverdale Resort offers an outdoor pool in the summer and hot springs in both summer and winter, Groll s Family Fitness hopes to be the first to provide a place for everything from indoor club swimming competitions for high school students to lap swimming for members. Groll Family Fitness plans to build a 12,000-square-foot building at 34 N. State St. on the site where the Arctic Circle building used to be. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)

    healthbriefs  Feb 15, 2009
    Family fitness fun walk being offered. OCEANSIDE ---- Meet Carl Grubbs, gold medal Senior Olympian and fitness coach, during a free family fitness fun walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Oak Riparian Park, 4625 Lake Blvd. Grubbs will talk about how to improve upper body strength and flexibility while walking on a course set up for all ages and athletic abilities. (North County Times)

    YMCA campaign up to $80,000  Feb 12, 2009
    Campaign chairman Becky Nicholls said 50 to 70 volunteers have signed up to clean both Y buildings: The aquatic center on Washoe and the Family Fitness Center on Paxson Street. "We wanted to muck out both Y's from top to bottom prior to launching the second half of our fund-raising campaign," Nicholls said. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Y raises $71,000 in 1 day  Feb 9, 2009
    Butte Tarpon swim team, 2,500 Pledge cards are available at the Y Family Fitness Center on Paxson, the aquatic center on Washoe, First Citizens and both radio stations during normal business hours. The campaign will run until the end of March. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Y asks Butte for $190,000  Feb 8, 2009
    The board of directors, past board members, staff and community members on Thursday kicked off a "Fresh Start" campaign to not only raise the needed money, but to call on volunteers and local businesses to help clean up both Y facilities the Family Fitness Center on Paxson and the aquatic center on Washoe. First Citizens Bank of Butte has challenged the community by offering a matching grant of 20,000 to help launch the campaign. (Montana Standard, MT)


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