Mark A. McDonnell, RS, MS, Health Commissioner

Robert P. Dillaplain, MD, Medical Director

Press Release

For Immediate Release Contact: Sara T. Pappa

July 7, 2008 (937) 374-5662 or toll-free 1(866) 858-3588

Greene County Fitness Task Force

To Hold 5th Annual Family Fitness Challenge

The Greene County Fitness Task Force is hosting its 5th Annual Family Fitness Challenge on Thursday, July 10^th at Shawnee Park in Xenia 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. The event is FREE and open to the public. Families and groups are encouraged to attend.

The Fitness Challenge is designed to motivate youth and families to adopt healthier lifestyles—specifically in the areas of fitness and nutrition. Participants can visit fitness stations (including an inflatable castle) and health information booths, complete a fitness passport and receive a free prize (while supplies last). Healthy snacks will be available.

Partners for the Challenge include the Greene County Combined Health District; American Cancer Society; Xenia City Parks and Recreation; OSU Extension, Greene County and Youth Fitness Academy.

For more information, call Shauna VanWinkle at 937-374-5661.

Greene County Combined Health District…

Healthy People…Healthy Communities.