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Strength Train for a Healthier Heart

Can a short, four-minute workout be as effective as 30 minutes of cardio? While it may sound too good to be true, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism, you’ll be happy to hear it’s true.

Cap City Baseball anticipates starting the 2020 season in July

What's up Cap City! We hope everyone is being safe, staying ready and getting their school work done in these uncertain times. First, all of us at non-profit Carson Youth Programs, Inc., Cap City Baseball cannot thank the players, parents, coaches, and sponsors enough for a successful inaugural season for the 11u and 12u teams in 2019. Nothing would have been possible without those four essential elements.

Events around Carson City for Thursday, March 12

Heading into Thursday, happenings lined up include a monthly meeting of the Carson City Native and Newcomers, a preserving history workshop through the Nevada State Archives, trivia night at Bella Vita Bistro, an introduction into improv comedy at the Brewery Arts Center, a Muscle Powered afternoon hike and more. Read on for details.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, March 5

Heading into the first Thursday in March and we're looking at continued sunshine with a high near 70. Happenings lined up include a Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting, auditions for the Carson City Follies show in July, trivia night at Bella Vita Bistro, a wood design workshop at Rustically Divine, an artist reception for Galen Brown and Emily Kray at Western Nevada College and a Muscle Powered afternoon hike. Read on for details and more events.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Feb. 27

Heading into the backend of the work week, events lined up Thursday include day 1 of the 7th annual International Film Festival at the Carson City Community Center, a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a free information session on the legal and financial aspects of long-term care hosted by Carson Tahoe Care Center, the Carson City GOP will host a meeting to discuss precinct organization, plus trivia night at Bella Vita Bistro, a Muscle Powered afternoon hike and a lecture on women’s suffrage movement history in Nevada. Read on for details.

Happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Feb. 20

Happenings around the capital city Thursday include a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, the launch of Thursday trivia night at Bella Vita Bistro, a Muscle Powered afternoon hike at Linear Ditch, plus Soroptimist International of Carson City hosts "Celebrating Women Helping Women" at the Carson Nugget. There's also a joint meeting of the school board and the board of supervisors, and a documentary viewing and discussion of "Screenagers" hosted by the Carson City School District. Read on for details.

Happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Feb. 13

Heading into Thursday and we're looking at plenty of sunshine with a daytime high near 60. Happenings around the capital city include a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, Valentine-themed activities at Carson Mall, a Muscle Powered hike at Clear Creek Trail, Pilates at the Brewery Arts Center, the second of three Carson City school zone modification meetings and more.

Events around Carson City for Thursday, Feb. 6

Heading into Thursday, sunshine and a gradual warming continues. Happenings around the capital city include a meeting of the Carson City Board of Supervisors, a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a Muscle Powered hike along the V&T trail, library activities, Pilates at the Brewery Arts Center and for your music pleasure, roots raconteur Ray Bonneville will perform at the Silver City Schoolhouse with Richie Lawrence.

Events around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 30

With some clouds, sunshine and a weekend warmup ahead, going into the last Thursday of January brings a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, library activities, Pilates at the Brewery Arts Center, a South Carson Street pre-construction meeting at the Carson City Community Center that will be streamed live by going here. Plus Swing dancing at Sassafras. Read on for more.

Water Exercise for Older Adults Is Beneficial for Bones, Muscles, and Overall Health

Water Exercise

For aging adults, bone loss is a significant health concern. We start to lose muscles used for powerful and quick movements that stimulate bone health as we age. Exercises associated with positive bone maintenance and growth are typically land-based, where weight-bearing and high-impact activities are proven to improve bone density.

Carson City events for Thursday, Jan. 23

Heading into Thursday, activities lined up include a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a Polka Dot Powerhouse Women's Group luncheon at Red's Old 395 Grill, art showings, live music with Dale Poune at Gather, a meeting of the Carson City GOP at Casino Fandango featuring speaker Bob Potts from the Governor's Office of Economic Development, and more.

Paradise Spa Wins Cutting-Edge Aquatic Fitness App Award

Ability Fix best aquatic fitness app for water aerobics classes

Ability Fix is a unique mobile app for anyone wanting to improve their fitness in the water regardless of their current physical ability level. Users are guided through easy-to-understand aquatic exercises designed to increase strength, flexibility, balance, and cardio.

Cardio and Strength Connection class offered

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Repeats every week until Thu Feb 27 2020 .
January 21, 2020 - 10:00am
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January 28, 2020 - 10:00am
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February 4, 2020 - 10:00am
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February 11, 2020 - 10:00am
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February 18, 2020 - 10:00am
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February 25, 2020 - 10:00am

If you've had problems with your heart, or have diabetes, a healthy lifestyle is the best way to get you feeling like you should. We've created Cardio and Strength Connection to help you develop a healthy exercise program in a safe and comfortable environment.

Come join us every Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Health and Wellness Institute, Suite 250, 1470 Medical Pkwy. Cost: $10 monthly.

Western Nevada College to offer new fitness class, 'R.I.P.P.E.D.' during February

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Repeats every week on February every Monday and every Wednesday until Wed Feb 26 2020 except Mon Feb 17 2020.
February 3, 2020 - 5:30pm
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February 5, 2020 - 5:30pm
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February 10, 2020 - 5:30pm
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February 12, 2020 - 5:30pm
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February 19, 2020 - 5:30pm
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February 24, 2020 - 5:30pm
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February 26, 2020 - 5:30pm

Western Nevada College has announced their newest fitness class, R.I.P.P.E.D.

R.I.P.P.E.D. is designed to help everybody meet their ultimate fitness goals in a super fun group exercise environment.

This 1 hour class combines Resistance, Interval, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, core and offers a very important Diet program on the Rippedplanet website.

Events around Carson City for Wednesday, June 12

Heading into Wednesday, June 12, 2019 means we are half way through the work week. Temperatures will be around the 90 mark with a chance of afternoon showers. Activities lined up include art classes, a hike designed for tots through Carson City Parks and Recreation, a Ninja aerobic class at Yaple's Ballroom and you can hear local author CW Bayer talk about three of his books on area history at Browsers Corner Book Store. Plus Jazz Night at Living the Good Life and Country Night at Jimmy G's Cigar Bar. Read on for more.

Onward, Upward and Thank You: Events around Carson City for Wednesday, June 5

Heading into the midweek and the last day of school in Carson City, we wish to put out a hearty, warm thank you to the staff and teachers out there for a tremendous school year. Onward and upward. Here's what's happening Wednesday, June 5, 2019 around the capital city.

Events around the Carson City region for Wednesday, May 29

Is it the middle of the work week already? That's what a 3-day holiday weekend brings. Heading into Wednesday, May 29, 2019, there's a number of events around the Carson City region lined up, including Salsa dancing classes at Yaple's Ballroom, a live music show at Piper's Opera House in Virginia City (hosted by the Canvas Cafe) and a live jazz jam at Living the Good Life in Carson City.

Ninja Status! Your Acrobatic CrossFit fitness!

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Repeats every week until Mon Jun 24 2019 .
May 29, 2019 (All day)
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June 5, 2019 (All day)
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June 12, 2019 (All day)
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June 19, 2019 (All day)

Want a new kind of work out? Come to Ninja Status! Your acrobatic crossfit fitness class. It includes a great workout to cover all those hidden muscles and help you loose weight! Chinese pole, silks, cardio boxing and kickboxing, handstands and more. Each mixes it up to get your the workout you need and help you accomplish your fitness goals. Class is taught by professional pole competitor, circus producer, and martial art champion, Ben Pierson.
Class is just $10 to drop in! Class is every Monday at 7 pm & Wednesday at 5 pm!

R.I.P.P.E.D. classes offered through Western Nevada College Continuing Education

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Repeats every 7 days until Wed Aug 28 2019 .
June 5, 2019 - 5:30pm
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June 12, 2019 - 5:30pm
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June 19, 2019 - 5:30pm
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June 26, 2019 - 5:30pm
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July 3, 2019 - 5:30pm
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July 10, 2019 - 5:30pm
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July 17, 2019 - 5:30pm
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July 24, 2019 - 5:30pm
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July 31, 2019 - 5:30pm
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August 7, 2019 - 5:30pm
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August 14, 2019 - 5:30pm
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August 21, 2019 - 5:30pm
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August 28, 2019 - 5:30pm

R.I.P.P.E.D. is designed to help everybody meet their ultimate fitness goals in a super fun group exercise environment. This 1 hour class combines Resistance, Interval, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, core and offers a very important Diet program on the Rippedplanet website. R.I.P.P.E.D is for every-body & every fitness level.

Continuing Education at Western Nevada College offers R.I.P.P.E.D. classes

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Repeats every 7 days until Mon Aug 26 2019 .
June 3, 2019 - 5:30pm
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June 10, 2019 - 5:30pm
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June 17, 2019 - 5:30pm
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June 24, 2019 - 5:30pm
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July 1, 2019 - 5:30pm
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July 8, 2019 - 5:30pm
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July 15, 2019 - 5:30pm
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July 22, 2019 - 5:30pm
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July 29, 2019 - 5:30pm
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August 5, 2019 - 5:30pm
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August 12, 2019 - 5:30pm
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August 19, 2019 - 5:30pm
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August 26, 2019 - 5:30pm

R.I.P.P.E.D. is designed to help everybody meet their ultimate fitness goals in a super fun group exercise environment. This 1 hour class combines Resistance, Interval, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, core and offers a very important Diet program on the Rippedplanet website. R.I.P.P.E.D is for every-body & every fitness level. Cardio, Weights Fun & Done! Students should plan to eat a snack or small meal about 45 minutes before class, bring a water bottle, towel, and wear exercise clothes and shoes. This is an adult class, great for both men and women, and students aged 14 and up.

Kittens, Music, Wine, and more: What's happening in Carson City Sat., April 6

Good morning Carson City! Today is Saturday, April 6. While it's going to be a bit cloudy today, we'll have a high of 56 degrees. Sunday and Monday are almost hitting 70, though, with highs at 67 and 68!

On the docket for today is a Celtic Music concert, a Ducks Unlimited Banquet, the April Carson City Wine Walk, farming workshops, kitten parties, and more.

Take flight: What's happening around Carson City on Friday, April 5

With a little help from the wind and a birds-eye view, we're flying into Friday, April 5, 2019 with plenty to do and see as we get ready for the weekend. National Weather Service forecasters say it will be a breezy day with some rain. But don't let that dampen your day as there's art showings, live music and hilarious comedy venues at the Brewery Arts Center and Carson Nugget.

What's happening around Carson City for Thursday, April 4

Good morning Carson City. It is Thursday, April 4, 2019. As matters at the legislature continue, we are winding up for another weekend full of activities, including the downtown wine walk and a bevy of shows at the Brewery Arts Center. We may see some showers today, Friday and early Saturday, typical for the early days of spring. Stay tuned.

What's happening around Carson City for Wednesday, April 3

Hello Carson City and welcome to the midweek. It is Wednesday, April 3, 2019. Looks like sunshine ahead today as we get a break from showers before another system heads our way tomorrow into Friday. Whether it is a mid-morning or afternoon walk or evening bike ride or quick hike, step outside and enjoy the day.

Events around Carson City for Tuesday, April 2

Good morning Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, April 2, 2019. We're looking at a steady flow of showers today, according to the National Weather Service with snow in the upper elevations of the Sierra. There is a Winter Weather Advisory until midnight for the west slope of the Sierra. Today in town we have events that range from a Carson High School team fundraiser to movies to politics to fitness. Enjoy your day.

What's happening around Carson City for Monday, April 1

Well the weekend sure went fast as we say goodbye to March. Now we're heading into Monday, April 1, 2019 where pranks, larks and tom foolery are orders of the day. No fooling when it comes to the weather though. We may see a slight chance of showers in the afternoon and evening with more of a chance of rain on Tuesday. Stay tuned.

What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, March 31

Welcome Carson City to Sunday, March 31, 2019. The last day of the month will bring sunny skies and a daytime high somewhere in the low 60s. Ideal spring weather before the next system arrives Monday bringing with it warmer temperatures but showers as well. Today there's art gallery showings, two children's theater performances, a bike ride and a tour of the stone Wungnema House at Mills Park.

Sports, Gardening, Veteran's Remembrance Day: Here's what's happening in Carson City on Sat., March 30

Good morning Carson City! It's finally starting to feel like Spring around here. The weather today is going to be another gorgeous day, sunny with highs of 56, a low of 28, and 52 percent humidity. On the schedule today we have a ton of wonderful events, from a live music benefit for the homeless, to pollinator workshops, a Roller Derby match, a Veteran's Remembrance Day celebration at Mills Park, and much more. Scroll below to see everything happening today in our capital city.

What's happening around Carson City on Friday, March 29

Hello Carson City and welcome to Friday, March 29, 2019. Today is the end of the work week and the beginning of a brief break from unsettled weather. Expect mostly sunny skies today with daytime highs in the low 50s. The warmup continues into the weekend, with a chance for rain on Monday.

What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, March 27

Hello Carson City and welcome to the midweek. It is Wednesday, March 27, 2019. We've been greeted with showers this morning, with more to continue today along with gusty winds. Up in the Sierra, travel will be difficult, so if you have to head to the mountains, bring your chains and anticipate delays.

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