The all-new morning fitness series “Moving with Martin” held its first class on the early morning of Tuesday, July 16, at the Way of Life Facility. The series features Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community President Martin Harvier and is hosted by the SRPMIC Health and Human Services Department and SRPMIC Diabetes Prevention Services and Public Health.

The goal is to improve the health of Community members and SRPMIC staff. Allison Hayes, physical therapist at the River People Health Center, serves as the instructor.

More than 20 people joined President Harvier for the July 16 class. Together, the group performed mobility exercises which included stretching and range of motion of the upper and lower bodies. In some of the warmup exercises, people could remain seated if they preferred.

“Our muscles generally tighten back up when we move too quick, so we’re going to be moving nice and slow and in control,” said Hayes.

“Moving with Martin” will continue in August with a stop at the Lehi gym on August 1 for some tai chi exercises. The series concludes in September. Registered guests who attend at least two classes will receive a limited-edition T-shirt.

Upcoming classes will feature Zumba, tai chi, strength training with bands, water workouts and more. SRPMIC staff, Community members and their families are all welcome to join in the fun.

Upcoming Classes in August

Thurs 8: Senior Steppers @ WOLF Track

Tues 13: Aqua Fitness @ WOLF Pool

Thurs 15: Aqua Fitness @ WOLF Pool

Tues 20: Band Strength Training @ WOLF Track

Thurs 22: Band Strength Training @ WOLF Track

Tues 27: Interval Stations @ WOLF Track

Thurs 29: Interval Stations @ WOLF Track