fitness

'Fit and Strong!' fitness class for arthritis sufferers begins Jan. 31

Jan 5, 2017

A 12-week fitness program designed for lower-extremity osteoarthritis sufferers is free to all. “Fit and Strong!” is an evidence based multiple component exercise program that will be offered in Lake City under the sponsorship of Catholic Charities, Winona Diocese in partnership with St. Mary of...

Fat tire bikes to run at Winter Fest

Dec 29, 2016

It has gotten to be the next big thing: Riding through the snow on bicycles with hugely oversized tires. And the fat tire bike rage will come to Lake City during Winter Fest, Feb. 4. The fat tire bike idea was Dan Coyle’s. He is always looking for ways to promote development and commerce in Lake...

Free exercise class open to arthritis sufferers of all ages

Dec 29, 2016

A free, low-impact exercise class for arthritis sufferers is held Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the dining room at Lake Pepin Plaza in Lake City. Its open to anyone with arthritis, regardless of age, instructor Nancy Meyers said. Developed by the Arthritis Foundation, the...

Torch: Working it out

Dec 22, 2016

Working out is good for you, but does the location matter? In Lake City, there are two locations that are used for exercise often: a 24-hour gym, Anytime Fitness, and the high school weight room. There are obvious differences between the two locations. Some similarities occur, as well. Anytime...

'Boss' keeps group walking

Aug 3, 2016

In last week’s Graphic, Walking Lake Pepin organizer Patty Svien introduced people to four gentlemen in Lake City who have formed a “Walking Moai” or walking group. This week people will be introduced to a remarkable group of women who have also formed and are enjoying the many benefits of a “...

Walkers tour city's old homes

Jul 14, 2016

Last week the Walking Lake Pepin group walked along the South Oak Street Historic District. Lois Borner, a member of the Lake City Historic Preservation Commission, gave a history and description of each of the homes as the group walked past. The home pictured above at 404 South Oak Street is a...

Balance class for seniors returns to Wabasha

Jun 29, 2016

The favorable community response to the pilot of Tai Ji Quan for Balance made possible through grant funding is serving as a catalyst to provide ongoing local offerings of this exceptional holistic program. Tai Ji Quan is a 12-week, 24-session program that offers many health benefits and teaches...

Walking challenge starts 9th year

May 11, 2016

“Lace ‘em Up and GO!” is the theme for the 2016 Walking Lake Pepin/Active Living fitness challenge. This is the ninth year for the walking and fitness challenge that encourages Lake City residents to get up and get physical for 10 weeks during the summer, June 5 through Aug. 13.The Walking Lake...

Ed Foundation fun run fund raiser is April 26

Apr 20, 2016

The Lake City Education Foundation (LCEF) will host its annual, no training needed, Tiger Fun Run Tuesday, April 26 at Bluff View Elementary School. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. with the first race getting underway at 6:40 p.m. Participants can take a picture before the race with the Lake City...

Losers shed 361 pounds of fat

Apr 7, 2016

This year’s Anytime Fitness Biggest Loser competition ended March 26, with a finale party at NOSH restaurant in Lake City. The Anytime Fitness group of 25 collectively lost 361 pounds of fat. The winners were chosen based on a percentage change in their body fat measurements. $1,000 in prize...