More Exercise Equipment!

Nonprofit sponsors
exercise equipment

along Cannon Falls city trail

            A  nonprofit foundation that goes by the name, People in Business Care, is sponsoring the third of four pieces of upper body exercise equipment to be added to the Cannon Falls City “Walking-Jogging-Biking” Trail.  They have chosen the Tai Chi Wheels.   

            In a conversation they expressed that they back many projects and were excited to be part of one where they can experience the benefits too.

            They chose the Tai Chi Wheels exercise equipment because it offers health benefits to those who are handicapped besides those wanting to improve their fitness.

            The HealthBeat Tai Chi Wheels are designed to improve flexibility along with relaxation.   It can evenly tone muscles without strain as you adjust the tension of the wheels for your level of fitness. It is created for teens and adults of all fitness levels.

First piece...

  Sponsor of the first piece was the Cannon Falls Nelson-Scofield VFW Post 4452 which sponsored the Stretch piece of equipment.  Dave Bremer of the VFW explained that “It’s easier than basic training!”  He added that the VFW not only assists veterans, their widows and children but this is a good way to benefit the entire community.

Second piece…

The second piece, the “Ab Crunch/leg lift” was sponsored by Dr. Karl Molenaar, associated with the Olmsted Medical Center, Cannon Falls Branch Clinic.  Dr. Karl explained that he bikes the trail himself and this is a way of giving back to the community... he also encourages his patients about the importance of regular aerobic activities/exercise.

The goal of adding this equipment to the trail is to provide equipment for individuals to exercise in an outdoor environment at the level they choose at no cost to them.  The plan is to start adding the equipment when four pieces are sponsored.  The trail has space for potentially eight pieces.  

A special plaque…

Sponsors will be noted on site with a special plaque from the city of Cannon Falls.  The city public works department with director Tom Bergeson will facilitate the development of the sites and their care.

Interested sponsors may contact Public Works Director Bergeson at 507.263.4626 or citizen coordinator, Rosie Schluter 507.263.3893.

The sponsor of the fourth piece of equipment will be identified soon.    

A TV station from the Twin Cities has expressed plans to feature this project.