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An Introduction To Jazzercise – + 3 Prize Points

by Shelley Argabrite | Feb 12, 2021 | Chronic Diseases, Classes, Jazzercise, Local Business, Physical Activity

Meet Miranda Gallagher, the new owner of Jazzercise in Oakland, MD. Miranda is also an instructor at the center and is a teacher for Garrett County Public Schools. The fitness center offers group fitness classes for all levels. Classes incorporate HIIT cardio dance...

Snowshoe for the 2021 Go Outside Challenge – +3 Prize Points

by Shelley Argabrite | Feb 10, 2021 | Chronic Diseases, Community, Go Outside 2021, Physical Activity

Trying something new can be pretty scary, Sadie is brave in her demonstration and encouragement for us to get moving! She earned an extra 25 points and is entered into the drawing for the Kindle Fire! Learn more helpful tips about snowshoeing from REI...

Spice It Up – +3 Prize Points

by Shelley Argabrite | Feb 2, 2021 | Chronic Diseases, Community, Diabetes, Recipes

Using spices to add flavor to your meals is a delight! But waking up our tastebuds isn’t the only benefit we gain when we prepare meals using spices. Did you know certain herbs and spices can protect us from some acute and chronic diseases? For centuries people...

Fun Techniques For Making Healthy Soups – +3 Prize Points

by Shelley Argabrite | Jan 27, 2021 | Chronic Diseases, Classes, Community, Diabetes, Local Business, Recipes

It’s handy to know a few dieticians that can help us with healthy eating on our wellbeing journey. Lisa, featured in this video, is a dietician like Amy Ritchie who was featured in a previous post...

A Class At The Studio FIT With Jen – +3 Prize Points

by Shelley Argabrite | Jan 27, 2021 | Chronic Diseases, Classes, Community, Fit With Jen, Local Business

You can do awesome workouts with Jen at her studio or working with her over Zoom. If you want to feel great, be inspired, and improve your health – Jen is your go to! By watching this video, you have earned additional prize points on gogarrettcounty.com. You can...

Go Outside! – + 3 Prize Points

by Shelley Argabrite | Jan 19, 2021 | Chronic Diseases, Community, Daily Activities, Go Outside 2021, Physical Activity

There are so many benefits to getting outside in the winter! A winter hike provides me with a chance to clear my mind while getting in some low impact exercise. My favorite part of the hike is exploring everything along the trail with my little pup! If you are able to...