RoAnn Destito, New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner, announced a winter version of the “Fitness at the Plaza” program presented by BlueShield of Northeastern New York, will offer free evening workout classes with a professional trainer in The Egg’s Hart Lounge at the Empire State Plaza from 5 to 6 p.m. on Thursdays in January and February, beginning January 4.
“OGS is making it easier to follow through on new year’s resolutions to keep healthy and fit by continuing our popular Fitness at the Plaza program into the winter,” Commissioner Destito said. “Already a sponsor of our Learn-to-Skate clinics at the Empire ‘Skate’ Plaza, BlueShield of Northeastern New York’s continued support for Fitness at the Plaza demonstrates what successful partnerships between the public and private sectors can achieve.”
“It's important for individuals and families in the Capital Region to have opportunities to stay active and healthy all year long," said Dr. Kirk Panneton, Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, BlueShield of Northeastern New York. “As a community-based health plan, BlueShield is proud to continue our partnership with Empire State Plaza to provide free fitness classes this winter, right in the heart of Albany."
Fitness at the Plaza classes are free and open to individuals of all ages, regardless of fitness level or experience. All participants will be required to sign a waiver to participate. People are encouraged to pre-register at www.empirestateplaza.org to sign the waiver in advance and to be contacted regarding any updates to the schedule. Walk-ins are also welcome.
HIIT with Catrina K Fitness classes involve high-intensity bursts of body weight movements followed by short intervals of rest that are designed to keep burning calories long after the class ends. Although the classes are challenging, they are designed to accommodate people of all fitness levels.
