Virtual Class: Building Better Bones & Joints

As people age, bones begin to weaken and deteriorate due to osteoporosis and other conditions. Exercise has shown to boost bone health. A free virtual class, “Building Better Bones & Joints,” will include information about the benefits of moving and the best exercises. This event will be held Thursday, April 8, 11 a.m. to noon. led by Julie Sopchak, exercise physiologist with Hartford HealthCare’s GoodLife Fitness, the program sponsor.

Registration is required; call 1.855.HHC.HERE/ 1.855.442.4373 or visit www.HHCHealth.org/VirtualClasses. After registration, participants will receive an email with easy instructions on joining the virtual class.

GoodLife Fitness, a program of Hartford HealthCare, is geared toward the older adult to build energy, strength and endurance for an active lifestyle. An exercise physiologist works one-to-one with each person to improve muscular strength, balance, cardiovascular health and self-esteem, while reducing the risk of falls and injuries. For more information and about the eight locations, visit https://hhcseniorservices.org/health-wellness/goodlife-fitness.