McKINNEY, Texas (Jan. 5, 2009) – The McKinney Senior Recreation Center and Senior Pool will host a Fitness Kick-Off on Friday, Jan. 9 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fitness activities, demonstrations and healthy eating will kick off New Year at the Senior Recreation Center and Senior Pool, located at 1400 South College Street.

“We have so many exercise and health programs that our visitors are sure to find one right for them and their needs,” said Senior Center Supervisor Laura Cegelski. “From water aerobics to monthly dances to fitness equipment, we’ve got a wide variety of programs to engage seniors in fitness and wellness.”

The 2009 Fitness Kick-off is held so both McKinney residents and visitors ages 50 and older can try out a variety of land and water exercise classes.  Attendees are encouraged to bring a healthy brown bag lunch and to save time and visit with a variety of exercise instructors.  

Healthy lunch snacks, refreshments and free give-a-ways will be provided.  The event is co-sponsored with Medical Center of McKinney and United Financial Services. Fore more information, visit www.mckinneytexas.org or call the Senior Recreation Center at 972-547-7491.