5 Fun Things to Try This Week!

As we transition from summer to autumn, why not change up your fitness routine a little bit? Here are some ideas to "mix things up!"

1. Play disc golf: Also called Frisbee golf, disc golf is a great game to play with a friend! Similar to golf, discs are made differently for putting, driving and mid-range throws. There is a sixteen hole disc golf course in West City Park, and a nine hole course in Jokerst Memorial Park.

2. Take a new class: Fitness classes can be fun and exciting, and for those of us who enjoy working out with a group, they are a perfect fit! There are classes offered in everything from kickboxing to yoga to country line dancing, so head to the gym and take your pick! (Note: The YMCA is offering a 100% discout on the joining fee for the entire month of September!) Or, put a little square in your step and check out the modern square dance workshops Tuesday nights at American Legion Hall.

3. Eat figs: Figs are high in fiber, potassium, and calcium, and they are currently in season! Figs are available fresh or dried, and can be a sweet snack alone or cooked in another dish. Check online for healthly recipes that use figs.

4. Play some pickup: As the cooler weather invites you outside, grab a basketball and head to the court to shoot some hoops. Better yet, grab two basketballs and some friends and enjoy a friendly game of knockout! For a "how to" on knockout, check out http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/36970/how_to_play_basketball_knockout.html.

5. Explore your artistic side: Grab the kids and some sidewalk chalk and find some concrete! You could even draw some boxes and squares on the ground and play hopscotch or four-square!