Recently the franchise for the Ladies Workout Express was terminated. Three local women have joined together as partners to form the Women’s Health and Fitness Center at the Gray Building as a limited liability company. Maria Beede, Amanda Habel and Patsy White are now leading a movement to establish a community based fitness center in Northfield. The women will be soliciting volunteers to keep the center operational.

The new Women’s Health and Fitness Center welcomes back all of the former members of the Ladies Workout Express and is actively seeking new members. Prospective members are invited to try a free membership for a week, which will include a free sauna or tanning session. Members are entitled to unlimited exercise sessions at the center. Monthly fees are $19.95 (plus tax) for women over 65 years of age or $24.95 (plus tax) for all others. The Center will be open from 6:00 A.M. to 7 P.M. (closed 1-3 for lunch) Monday through Friday and 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. on Saturday. 485-4847.

The Center will be using the same equipment and space that was available for the patrons of Ladies Workout Express. The sauna and tanning booth, elliptical equipment and treadmills are still available for use. Facilities for showering are available on site. Seminars that encourage healthy living will be offered from time to time.

An open house will be held on the weekend of March 20- 21. The Center will be open on Saturday from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. and on Sunday from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. There will be instruction provided on the proper use of the equipment. The Center will be providing door prizes and healthy snacks. All women of the community are invited to attend. Women from the teen years to the eighties are currently enjoying the facility.

Women’s health is an important issue during these busy times. Many local women have experienced improvements in their health by adding a regimen of regular exercise. It is imperative for the women of our community to work together to keep this opportunity for fitness in our town.