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STRONG B.A.N.D.S.

The month of May is STRONG B.A.N.D.S month!  Free fitness programs all month. 

  • B- Balance
  • A- Activity
  • N- Nutrition
  • D- Determination 
  • S- Strength

Redstone Family and MWR Sports, Fitness & Aquatics is hosting several STRONG B.A.N.D.S. programs.

All participants of the Pull-Up Challenge, 750/1000lbs Challenge and Aqua Bike Challenge will receive a prize from The Covery Wellness Spa. 

Open to anyone 16+ with access to Pagano Gym and COL Scott Fitness Center+1(256)876-6701 or +1(256)955-6844

  • May 1 - 31: 250 Pull-Up Challenge 
    • Participants must complete the 250 pull up challenge during the month of May to qualify for a free STRONG B.A.N.D.S. t-shirt (while supplies last) All pull ups must be logged at Pagano Gym or COL Scott Fitness Center
    • First male and female to hit 250 pull-ups will receive a prize from Fleet Feet. 
  • May 1 - 31: Men's 750/1000lbs Club Challenge - Pagano Gym Only
    • To qualify, men must bench press, squat, and deadlift for a total of either 750 or 1000lbs. Participants that complete the 1000lbs challenge will receive a t-shirt (while supplies last)
    • First person to reach 750lbs and 1000lbs will receive prize from Fleet Feet.
  • May 18 - 29: Redstone Aquabike Challenge (Duathlon) - Redstone Aquatics Center (Mon - Fri, 5:30 am - 12:30 pm)
    • Make reservations starting May 1 by calling +1(256)313-1200
    • Timed event that includes 500 yrd swim (10 laps) followed by a 10 mile spin bike ride. 
    • Prizes awarded to the top 3 male and female participants. Prizes provided by The Covery Wellness Spa, Fleet Feet and Swift Recovery. 
    • STRONG B.A.N.D.S. t-shirts available (while supplies last) 
  • May 1 - 31: STRONG B.A.N.D.S. at the Library
    • Checkout a fitness related book anytime during the month of May and get a FREE STRONG B.A.N.D (while supplies last)
  • MWR Hiking/Biking Challenge - More information coming soon

**Sponsorship does not imply endorsement by the U.S Army, Department of Defense or Federal Government.

Cost

FREE

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