Strong Bodies

Strong Bodies – Community Strength Training Program for Women and Men in Florence, WI.

The dates for our StrongBodies Leader Trainings for 2026 are now posted on our website.

• April 8th, Madison
• July 30th, Eau Claire
• November 4th, Appleton

Registration can be found here: https://health.extension.wisc.edu/strongbodies/leaders/strong-bodies-strong-people-leader-training/

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Florence County Extension, Florence County ADRC, and the Florence County Health Department will be offering the Strong Bodies Program in person at

NWTC Aurora
2030 Calvary Drive, Niagara, WI 54151
&
Natural Resource Center – Lower Level Conference Room
5628 Forestry Drive, Florence, WI 54121

Strong Bodies is an exercise program for middle-aged and older adults. The program is a 10-week class that meets twice a week (Mondays and Wednesdays) for about 75 minutes and goes through a routine of 10 exercises using dumbbells and ankle weights (provided).

Cancellation Policy: If Florence County School District has a two-hour delay or cancellation, then Strong Bodies will be cancelled.

To register, please call Jane Lindow (715) 528-4480 ext. 1.
Class sizes are limited and Florence County residents will have priority.

Remember: the class is FREE! We hope to see you there.

The classes are FREE—no cost to attend! Classes are held twice weekly and each class includes progressive weight training, flexibility, and balance activities. The program is led by Tierany Rugg, UW-Extension Educator, along with Rhonda Lindstrom and Susan Arcaro, trained Strong Bodies leaders and dedicated volunteers. All instructors have completed Strong Bodies training and bring personal experience and enthusiasm to the program.

The Strong Bodies Program was developed by Miriam Nelson, Ph.D., an associate professor at the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University. The Strong Bodies Program is based upon years of research on how strength training and proper nutrition improve the health of all ages. “Strength is a critical factor in living healthier, more active lives. Our research shows that a program of strength training not only improves bone density but reduces falls, improves arthritis symptoms, and increases flexibility and strength,” states Dr. Nelson. The program is appropriate for both sedentary and active adults.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Florence County Extension, Florence County ADRC, & Florence County Health Department