Ball of Strength Helps Participants Get in Shape

Participants in Franciscan Alliance’s monthly Franciscanfit Mallwalkers program at Westfield Southlake Mall on April 25 received a lesson in how use of a mini-ball can help boost core body strength. Jane Bogordos, fitness supervisor for Franciscan Omni health and fitness centers, demonstrated numerous techniques to participants.

Blood pressure screenings also were offered by Barbara Neely, a cardiac rehabilitation technician at Franciscan St. Margaret Health-Hammond, and by Christy Cleveland, a registered nurse in that unit.

The program takes place on the fourth Thursday of each month on the mall’s lower level, outside of the JC Penney store.

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