Power Up 4 Fitness!

Power Up 4 Fitness!
Posted on 11/12/2025
This is the image for the news article titled Power Up 4 Fitness!The Mary Rutan Health Power Up 4 Fitness Team recently emphasized the importance of starting young to keep your heart and lungs healthy!
They met with ILES fourth graders to talk about the dangers of heart disease and smoking/vaping. 
Respiratory Therapists unveiled a pair of lungs damaged from smoking. After detailing the harm smoking can do, leaving tar in the lungs and often leading to lung diseases or cancer, they also discussed the dangers of vaping. 
Wellness Coordinators explained how to keep your heart pumping properly by making healthy food choices and exercising regularly. 
Finally, 4th graders got Power Up 4 Fitness cinch sacks full of resources to take home.