Paul S. Manning of Renaissance Fitness Studio and Wellness Center is Proud to ...

Newport, RI, January 09, 2010 --(
)-- Catherine J. Rowe CFT, LCMT-Catherine has always had a strong interest in fitness, health and wellness. Realizing the benefits a healthy body and mind can bring Catherine became a Certified Fitness Trainer through The International Sports and Science Association so she could help others on a better path to good health through fitness.

With a deep admiration for the human body, spirit and mind Catherine furthered her knowledge and attended The Bancroft school of Massage Therapy. Although her focus is fitness and health oriented she feels her education there enhanced her life both personally and professionally. She also received a Phase I Tai Chi Certification through the American Aerobic Association International and International Sports Medicine Association.

Catherine has also taken classes in both Muscle Mastery and Wellness Coaching through the nationally recognized New York Strength, Inc. on Long island, New York.

Owner Paul S. Manning states, "I am happy to be able to provide diversity and talent at Renaissance Fitness Studio. Catherine posesses both."

She will continue to further her education absorbing information that she can share with her clients and colleagues. Catherinersquo;s goal is to help and encourage her clients at Renaissance Fitness, one step at a time, bettering their lives through fitness and good health.

Catherine may be reached by phone or text at 401.835.2559

Residents gear up for fitness challenge

MANITOWOC Manitowoc County residents will be working out, eating healthfully and making better lifestyle choices as they compete in the Lighten Up Manitowoc County fitness challenge. Lighten Up Manitowoc County, a partner of Lighten Up Wisconsin, is presented by Healthiest Manitowoc County 2010 and sponsored by Aurora Health Care and Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Lighten Up is a team-based exercise and weight-loss challenge designed to jump-start healthy habits through small, realistic and permanent changes in exercise and eating habits, according to a news release from Healthiest Manitowoc County 2010. It encourages everyone in the county to make better choices for better health. People can participate with their company, civic groups, friends or family. Teams can consist of two to 10 members. Participants will receive a wealth of resources, tips, recipes and tools provided by the Web-based program. Last year, about 700 Manitowoc County residents participated in the Lighten Up Challenge, including 32 companies and 119 teams. More than 3,400 pounds were lost and 1,871,279 minutes of activity were recorded, according to the news release. "The whole goal is to get everyone in our county involved in a healthier lifestyle," Annie Short, HMC2010 grant coordinator for Northeastern Wisconsin Area Health Education Center, said in the release. "Hopefully, the friendly competition and prizes will be the motivation people need to take charge of their life, and the resources will be the tools needed for their success." The Lighten Up challenge will begin Jan. 19, and the kickoff event will be from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 16 at the Manitowoc Senior Center, 3330 Custer St. The public is invited to meet with more than 20 health-related businesses, consult with dieticians, participate in a Zumba session, check their numbers (weight and blood pressure) and learn about the tools for a well-balanced wellness program. For information or to register for Lighten Up Manitowoc County, call Short at (920) 652-0238 or visit the Web site at www .lightenupmanitowoc .com.

WellTeks lime Fitness Will Hold Open House Event Every Friday and Saturday at ...

ORLANDO, Fla. , Jan. 12

/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- lime Fitness, Inc. , a subsidiary of WellTek Incorporated (OTC Bulletin Board: WTKN), a global health, fitness and wellness company, today announced that the Company will host an Open House every Friday and Saturday through the end of January, and welcomes the public and media to tour its impressive facility, meet its team of Wellness Coaches and learn more about the studio"s special introductory pricing packages. lime Fitness, the first in a planned chain of distinct new fitness studios, offers fitness-minded clientele an innovative combination of lifestyle fitness coaching, science-based exercise, advanced training programs and nutritional counseling.

During the month of January, both new and existing customers are eligible to receive:

20% off " Get Fit, Be Well three (3) free private training sessions with the purchase of " Monthly Unlimited Group Pilates Package". lime Fitness" wellness coaches specialize in educating and partnering with clients to achieve maximum potential in fitness -- endeavoring to keep clients motivated, helping them set goals and witnessing the positive life-altering changes they undergo as their respective goals are achieved. The studio is fitted with MedX strength training machines, SCIFIT cardio machines and state-of-the-art Pilates equipment -- all backed by proven scientific research -- providing lime clients with the best possible fitness experience. Other client benefits include: nutritional counseling, optimal scheduling flexibility and spa-like amenities that further enhance each overall wellness plan. For more information on lime Fitness, please visit

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About WellTek Incorporated WellTek is a global health, fitness and wellness company that provides solutions to help address some of the world"s most pressing and costly health challenges -- obesity and chronic neck and back pain. The Company"s subsidiary, MedX Limited, manufactures, markets and distributes the most advanced medical exercise equipment to the medical and fitness markets. Through its wholly owned subsidiary Pure HealthyBack, Inc. , WellTek is redefining healthcare delivery by providing health plans, self-insured employer groups, and consumers with a viable non-surgical, lower cost treatment for patients who are seekinglasting relief from chronic neck and back pain. The Company also owns and operates lime Fitness, Inc. , a high-end fitness and exercise studio specializing in lifestyle fitness coaching designed to facilitate life, image and mind enrichment. For more information on the Company, please visit

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Community ed offers fitness classes

A variety of noncredit fitness classes are available throughPowell Valley Community Education: stability fitness ball exercise,mixed martial arts, bellydancing and yoga. All classes meet in Room29 of the Nelson Performing Arts Center at Northwest College

Megen Beckerвs stability fitness ball class is from 5:15 to 6:16p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting Jan. 26. Twelve meetings cost$55. Prompt pre-registration is advised.

Mixed martial arts focuses on core strength and more. This is aSafeWarriors program tailored to those ages 15 through adult.Instructor Chris Srigley has more than 30 years of experience incoaching and martial arts, self-defense and safety education. Thisclass meets for eight weeks from 8 to 9:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Itstarts Jan. 28 and costs $65. SafeWarriorвs Web site is.

Beginning bellydance meets from 7 to 8 p.m. for six Wednesdays,starting Feb. 3, and costs $35. The second class includes andtranscends the beginning level and meets for six weeks from 7 to 8p.m. on Mondays, beginning March 8 and costs $35. Five yoga classesare offered. Days, times and prices vary with the class.

For a class schedule, to register or for more information, callPVCE at 307-754-6469, or visit the PVCE office at NorthwestCollegeвs Orendorff Building, Room 119. To register online, go to

. Advance registration isadvised for all fitness classes.