Medical Fitness Program Debuts for Health and Fitness Centers
In April, the Martin Memorial Health and Fitness Centers implemented medical fitness standards and specially-trained fitness personnel who can help members improve disease management through fitness and integrate fitness with clinical care already being given.

Health and fitness personnel at Martin Memorial have undergone special training and obtained advanced certifications to ensure members get the best possible instruction, personal training, fitness assessments and other services. The health and fitness centers are also overseen by a health and safety committee, led by medical doctors and clinical personnel. The committee provides guidance and recommendations for programming at the fitness centers.

Learn more about Martin Memorial Health and Fitness Centers and call today to learn more about the medical fitness program.

Golf Event Raises Funds to Help Fight Hearing Loss in Kids
Martin Memorial will host the Second Annual Associates with Heart Golf Gala and Dinner on Saturday, June 14 at The Legacy Golf and Tennis Club in St. Lucie West.

Proceeds from this event will go towards the purchase of the Audera Audiology System for the Martin Memorial Pediatric Rehabilitation Department. Audera testing can identify and treat hearing-impaired children at very early ages. Martin Memorial’s therapists, with the help of the Audera System, will have the chance to change the lives of hundreds of babies, children and families on the Treasure Coast.

Check out the golf gala, or call David Moore at (772) 223-2885 for sponsorship information and to register for the event.

Sat., May 31, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Kids' Weight Training

Tues., June 10, 12-1 p.m.
Sports Conditioning Summer Class for Kids

Wed., June 11, 12-1 p.m.
Smoking Cessation Program

Sat., June 14, 7-9 a.m.
Cholesterol Screening in Palm City

Tues., June 24, 6:30 p.m.
Weight Loss Surgery Educational Session

Wed., June 25, 5:15-6:15 p.m.
12-Week Weight Management Program

For more events,
see the complete calendar.

Crawford Elected Vice Chair of Foundation
Eric Crawford has been elected as Vice Chairman of the Martin Memorial Foundation Board of Directors. Crawford, a resident of Palm City, has been on the Foundation board since 2004. He will take over duties as chairman in April 2009, when current chair John Ziegler’s term expires.

The Martin Memorial Foundation is the philanthropic entity for not-for-profit Martin Memorial Health Systems. Since its inception in 1983, the Foundation has raised more than $64 million in funding, helping Martin Memorial fulfill its mission of providing Treasure Coast residents with access to the very best healthcare services available.

Read more about the Martin Memorial Foundation, and how you can help!

May's Health-E Recipe

May's recipe is for yummy ginger grilled pork.

Learn about nutrition counseling services.

Shape Up Safely
Regular exercise can improve your health and longevity. But doing too much too soon or not taking proper precautions can cause injury.

Read more about how to safely begin an exercise program.

How Do You Fuel Your Workout?
Energy bars, fitness drinks, protein powders, sports supplements--are these the best ways to power your workout? Here's the scoop on which foods can help fuel your fitness efforts.

Find out what you should eat before a workout.

Avoiding Joint Injuries
More than 80 percent of sports-related injuries involve damage to the joints.

Common injuries include a twisted ankle, sprained wrist, overextended elbow and damaged knee ligaments. Fortunately, you can take steps to help prevent joint damage.