FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN

FRANKLIN COUNTY
Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through
integrated state, county, & community efforts.

MAY IS NATIONAL FITNESS AND SPORTS MONTH

Regular physical activity is good for everyones health, and

people of all ages and body types can be physical active. National Physical Fitness and Sport Month is a great time to
spend the word about the benefits of getting active.
Here are just a few benefits of physical activity:
Children and adolescents - Physical activity can improve muscular fitness and bone and heart health.
Adults Physical activity can lower risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers.
Older adults Physical activity can lower the risk of
falls and improve cognitive functioning (like learning and
judgment skills).
Communities, health professionals, and families can work together to create opportunities for everyone to get more physical activity.
Make a differences: Spread the word about fun ways to get
moving!

How can a National Physical Fitness and Sports

Month make a difference?
We can all used this month to raise awareness about the
benefits of physical activity.
Here are just a few ideas:
Encourage

families to make small changes, like taking

a walk after dinner or going on a bike ride.

Motivate

teachers and administrators to make physical

activity a part of every students day.

Identify

youth leaders in the community who can talk

to their peers about the importance of being active.

Back by Popular Demand!

Forgotten Coast
Fitness &
Wellness Center

NEW FITNESS
CHALLENGE
BEGINS IN JUNE!

will offer a special

discount rate for
Fitness Challenge
Participants

Want to join a community fitness challenge? Now is Your chance!

FITNESS CHALLENGE INFO:

You MUST register the first week of June to participate in the challenge.
-12 Week Weight Loss/Fitness Challenge (June 1- August 28, 2015)
- The cost is $15 per participant.
- 1st place winner will take home 50% of participant pot, 2nd place-30%, 3rd place20%.
- Results are based on percentage of weight loss so that it is fair for all!
- There will be a weigh-in every 3 weeks to keep everyone motivated.
- Workout on your own or coordinate with a group.
*Registration and Weigh-ins will be held at the
Florida Department of Health in Franklin County
locations:
APALACHICOLA:

CARRABELLE:

139 12th Street, Apalachicola, FL 32320

106 NE 5th Carrabelle, FL 32322

8:00-5:00 pm EST MON-FRIDAY

8:00-5:30 pm EST MON-THURS

Ask for Alma Pugh 850-653-2111 x 133

Ask for Amy Crosby, 850-697-4121 ext 0

June 1-5: Initial Weigh-in

June 17-18: 3 week weigh-in
July 8-9: 3 week weigh-in
July 29-30: 3 week weigh-in
August 28: Final weigh-in

June 1-5: Initial Weigh-in

June 17-18: 3 week weigh-in
July 8-9: 3 week weigh-in
July 29-30: 3 week weigh-in
August 28: Final weigh-in

This event is brought to you by the Franklin County Community Health Improvement Partners. Like the Facebook
page to stay informed:
https://www.facebook.com/C.H.I.P of Franklin County

C.H.I.P ( Community Health and Improvement Partners) Fitness Initiative

Special Offer
Sign up for the Fitness Initiative with the Community Health Improvement Partners at the Florida Department of Health in Franklin County and receive up to $5 off a monthly membership for up
to 3 months at Fitness & Wellness Center. Any questions please
contact Sarah Madson at (407) 267-1060 or email:
FCFWCenter@yahoo.com

Location: Van Johnson Recreation and Community Complex

192 14th Street
Offer good June-August
Apalachicola, Fl 32320
2015

National Womens Health Week is an observance led by the U.S. Department of Health
and Human Services Office on Womens Health. The goal is to empower women to make
their health a priority. The week also serves as a time to help women understand what
steps they can take to improve their health. The 16th annual National Womens Health
Week kicks off on Mothers Day, May 10, and is celebrated until May 16, 2015.
WHAT STEPS CAN I TAKE FOR BETTER HEALTH?

To improve your physical and mental health, you can: Visit a doctor or nurse to receive
regular checkups and preventive screenings.

May 10-16, 2015

Get active.
Eat healthy.
Pay attention to mental health, including getting enough sleep and managing stress.
Avoid unhealthy behaviors, such as smoking, texting while driving, and not wearing a
seatbelt or bicycle helmet.
For more information please visit: http://womenshealth.gov/nwhw/about/

We would like to wish a Happy Belated Birthday!

Lisa Hogan

The next CHIP (Community Health Improvement Partners) meeting will be held on June 2,
2015 at 11:00am-12:00pm. Located:

May 7
Florida Department of Health in Franklin
County
139 12th Street
Apalachicola, Florida 32320