MT. VERNON, Ill. (KFVS) – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, City of Mt. Vernon and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC) announced an agreement whereby the city of Mt. Vernon bring an outdoor fitness field.
Located at Lincoln Park, 34th Street and Veterans Memorial Drive, the courthouse will open July 15 with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4 p.m.
Fitness Field was developed to expand free access to high-quality training and create access to exercise for communities across the state.
“Regular exercise is essential to maintaining personal health and reducing health care costs,” said Katie Cangemi, senior program officer, Community Investment, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois. “Blue Cross is committed to promoting better health in our communities, and this fitness court makes it easy for anyone at any fitness level to get a good workout outdoors, connect with neighbors and stay healthy.”
The city of Mt. Vernon says users can also download the free Fitness Court App, which serves as a trainer in their pocket and enhances the outdoor gym into a digitally-enabled wellness experience.
“We are pleased to bring this addition to Lincoln Park, just south of the Aquatic Zoo,” said Mary Ellen Bechtel, City Manager. “It will provide an opportunity for everyone to have a unique exercise experience and promote a healthy lifestyle in our community.”
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