Winter Workouts: Staying Fit While Staying Warm

Now that the weather has taken a turn towards real winter, it can be disheartening to look at the temperature readings and head out for a run in the park. This is the kind of weather that’s only conducive to sitting at home and cuddling up with a cozy blanket or in the resident lounge next to the fireplace. When you want to get a workout in but you don’t want your fingers to fall off in the cold, we’ve got some suggestions for you.

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McKenzie County Fairgrounds when not being used as fairgrounds has an indoor ice skating rink that can be used for exercising or just for fun. Gliding around on the ice is a great cardio activity as well as muscle building activity. If the rink isn’t particularly full you can go at your own pace and get in extra workouts that you wouldn’t normally be able to squeeze in. Check here to see all of the health benefits from ice skating. 

Next time you have to go up a couple of floors, opt for the stairs over the elevator. We’re not talking 40 floors, you’ll never make it to where you’re going on time! But the next time you need to go to the 5th floor head for the stairs instead of the elevator bank. Try taking the stairs two at a time for a little extra oomf.

The Williston Area Recreation Center (ARC) has everything you’ll need to stay fit through the cold winter months. In addition to a regularly equipped gym with cardio and strength training equipment, there is a swimming pool, an indoor track, tennis courts, batting cages, a spinning area and a group fitness room. It’s impossible not to find something to keep you occupied at the Williston ARC. There is even a child sitting area for those with kids who don’t have a babysitter. Your New Year’s Resolutions are that much closer with the Williston ARC behind you. Find out more about the activities and class schedules here.

When all else fails, there’s always the Glen at Hunter’s Run’s top of the line fitness center. Work on your fitness without ever leaving the apartment community. You’ll stay safe from the winter winds but you’ll be able to get your full workout in.


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New Year, New You!

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The new year is finally here and with it brings a whole new set of opportunities. You have the opportunity to change your lifestyle and alter your life. A new year is the perfect time to start fresh and on a good foot. No matter what your goal is for yourself in the new year, the Glen at Hunter’s Run can help you achieve it.

It seems that as we grow up and get older, maintaining friendships can get harder. Work gets in the way, family gets in the way, school gets in the way, life gets in the way! This year make an effort to reconnect with those friends you haven’t seen in awhile. Even better yet, try to make some new friends! There’s no easier way to make friends than to introduce yourself to your neighbors. There may come a time when you need something and the only people around are your neighbors. The perfect place to spend time with your new neighbor-friends is in our lovely clubhouse. Enjoy the company of your friends with a cup of hot tea or hot cocoa while you catch up!

One of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions is to get back in shape or to get healthy. A lot of excuses can be made such as it’s rough to have to travel to the gym and it’s too expensive to join a gym. None of these things are a problem at the Glen at Hunter’s Run. Our well-equipped fitness center is on-site and free! Striving to increase your strength? Try out the strength equipment and weights. Looking to build your endurance? The treadmills will help. Our fitness center will help you get back on the track to a healthy lifestyle.

If the fitness center feels a little too stuffy and structured for you, the great outdoors are the perfect alternative. Not only can you achieve your own fitness goals but you can help your dog achieve his too! Going for walks with your fur-baby will keep both you and him happy and healthy.

It might seem like a daunting task to make some life changes but with the Glen at your back, it can be a little easier!


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