Get Fun! Get Friendship! And most importantly, Get Fit!
By Dakota Priest, Community Health Leader It is with great excitement that Healthy St. Pete is announcing a revamped look for its Get Fit St. Pete program. Starting April 2023, the Get Fit program schedule will be filled with several new classes, all aiming to promote health and wellness and community involvement. Get Fit St. Pete is also adding a new day to the schedule due to increasing participation. The Get Fit St Pete’s programming will now include Fridays as well as
FRESH REC STOP RECIPE: Cranberry Almond Breakfast Cereal
This quick and easy on the go morning cereal will help infuse some calm into your hectic morning routine. This energizing Cranberry Almond Breakfast Cereal is a recipe from the Academy of Nutrition Dietetics. Try it at home and share your creations using #HealthyStPete on Instagram. Be sure to join the Healthy St. Pete Facebook Group. Did you know that you can find fresh, affordable produce near you? Healthy St. Pete‘s Fresh Rec Stop program aims to increase access to produce at affordable
One Small Change Can Change Your Whole Life
By Jennifer Glowacki, Community Wellness Ambassador One small change can change your whole life. If I cut 200 calories out of my daily caloric intake every day for one year, I have saved myself 73,000 calories. An example would be one beverage per day or one snack/mini candy bar. That is 20 pounds of weight loss through one small change. Making change is about consistent and small steps forward. We do not get to 60 years old and then expect to save two million dollars to retire
Healthier Together Workshop and Awards
You are invited to join Healthy St. Pete’s upcoming Healthier Together Workshop on February 23, 2023. Healthy St. Pete’s Healthier Together Initiative aims to connect local health and wellness experts, organizations, and residents to start a conversation on wellness in St. Petersburg through the Healthier Together Certification program and Healthier Together Workshops. At the upcoming workshop, you can expect a program update from the Healthy St. Pete team, a mindfulness in nature activity, informative presentations from local wellness experts, as well as
How to Have a Happy Heart
By Erin Fitzgerald, Health Program Specialist Each year heart disease kills more than 600,000 Americans and is the leading cause of death in the United States. Heart disease is preventable by incorporating healthy lifestyle habits. Building a strong heart is one of the best things you can do by incorporating exercise in your routine! People who don’t exercise are twice as likely to develop heart disease than those who exercise regularly. Experts recommend aiming for 150 minutes of moderate activity weekly. Here
FRESH REC STOP RECIPE: SWEET POTATO NACHOS
This quick and easy recipe from the American Heart Association is sure to be a huge hit! Sweet Potato Nachos are a perfect, heart healthy recipe for an afterschool snack or game day appetizer. Try it at home and use #HealthyStPete to share your creations! Follow us on Instagram @StPeteParksRec and join the Healthy St. Pete Facebook Group. Did you know that you can find fresh, affordable produce near you? Healthy St. Pete's Fresh Rec Stop program aims to increase access to
Fit Lot Outdoor Fitness Series
#fitlot #getfit #physicalactivity By: Justin Daye, Healthy Program Specialist Are you looking to start a new exercise program this year? If you answered yes, you may want to consider trying our FREE Fit Lot series. Fit Lot is an AARP-sponsored, outdoor, fitness-in-the-park program that brings the community together while you participate in a healthy exercise program. This program is perfect for beginners and anyone looking to get started with a new fitness routine. This Fit Lot series is a circuit style workout that includes
Healthier Together Certification for Workplaces and Neighborhoods
Are you part of a company or neighborhood group that is proud of the wellness promotion work you currently do? Are you interested in looking for new and innovative ways to encourage healthy behaviors for your employees and members? Would you benefit from being part of a supportive network of like-minded businesses and neighborhood groups at in-person workshops and online? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, the Healthier Together Certification program may be for you! The goal of the Heathier
Where to Find FREE Food & Meals During the Holiday Season
By Meagan Young, Health Program Supervisor St. Petersburg’s residents are known for helping take care of their fellow community members. This is especially true during the holiday months when expenses for families increase substantially, which can make it very difficult to provide nutritious snacks and meals. Did you know there are numerous organizations throughout the city that provide support in the form of a Box of Groceries or a Hot Meal service year-round for community members? Feeding Tampa Bay is a fantastic online
Outdoor Family-Friendly Holiday Activities
8 Outdoor Family-Friendly Holiday Activities to Try This Year By: Meagan Young, Health Program Supervisor The holiday break is a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time with family while enjoying the great outdoor spaces St. Petersburg has to offer. If you are looking to start a new outdoor holiday tradition this year, look no further as our city has many options to get you out in the fresh air. Check out these outdoor activities to spark ideas for creating new holiday traditions