Commit to Fit! is teaming up with the Crim Fitness Foundation to offer the Healthy Holidays Challenge.
As part of the four-week initiative, participants are challenged with logging 2,000 wellness points over the course of one month, and earn one point for every minute of activity and 10 points for every minute of mindfulness.
Examples of mindfulness activities include meditation, breathing exercises, yoga and mindful coloring (free pages are available for download on the Commit to Fit site). In fact, participants will have access to a number of free and discounted yoga classes over the next few weeks.
These include:
Crim Yoga After Work – Nov. 30 and Dec. 7 (5:15-6:15 p.m., prompt start)
Crim Fitness Foundation, 452 S. Saginaw St., Suite 100, Flint
An eclectic and mindful approach to Hatha yoga. Wear comfortable clothes. $5 donation per session.
Senior Stretch – Nov. 28, Dec. 5, Dec. 12 (10-11 a.m.)
YMCA Downtown Flint, 411 E. 3rd St., Flint
Improve overall strength and flexibility. Ideal for all fitness levels, this class is led by a certified senior fitness instructor who will guide you through the exercises at your own pace. Sessions are free for challenge participants.
Yoga – Daily
Yoga Loft at Buckham Gallery, 134 ½ W. Second St., Flint
Attendees will flow through lying, seated and standing weight-bearing postures designed to build stamina, strength and flexibility. Sessions are $5 for challenge participants. Visit www.yogaloftflint.com for a complete list of classes and times.
Yoga – Nov. 21-23, Nov. 28-30, Dec. 5-7, Dec. 12-14
- 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Mondays (Moderate)
- 10-11 a.m. on Tuesdays (Gentle)
- 10-11 a.m. and 6:30 – 7 p.m. on Wednesdays (Moderate)
Phase 3 Yoga Studio, 2235 W. Wilson Road, Clio
Classes will introduce basic postures, breathing techniques and meditation to help improve balance, strength and flexibility. Sessions are $5 for challenge participants.
Yoga – Daily
Prana Yoga Center, 1225 S. Saginaw St., Grand Blanc
We are a catalyst for positive change to bring greater integrations, vitality and balance to the whole of the people. Sessions are $5 for challenge participants. Visit www.prana-yoga-center.com for a complete list of classes and times.
Yoga – Dec. 1, Dec. 8 (6:45-7:45 p.m.)
Insight Health & Fitness Center, 4500 S. Saginaw St., Flint
A balanced flow of postures designed to build stamina, strength and flexibility, while promoting weight loss and general stress relief. Sessions are free for challenge participants.
Yogalates Barres & Balls – Nov. 25, Dec. 2, Dec. 9 (5:30-6:30 p.m.)
UM-Flint Recreation Center, 401 Mill St., Flint
A well-rounded class for all levels that combines the elements of yoga, Pilates, ballet, strength and cardiovascular conditioning. Sessions are free for challenge participants.
The challenge – which officially kicked off Nov. 14 and runs through Dec. 9 – is available at no cost to individuals who live or work in Genesee County. Registration is due by Nov. 28.
For more information, or to register, visit www.commit2fit.com.