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We know you’ll find your place at the Y!
Come try the Y and join the Y community.
YMCA of Coastal Georgia is hosting open houses at all locations the first Saturday of each month this fall (October through December). Come visit, explore Y programs and see why their members love being at the Y.
Join and save up to $100 with no joiner’s fee!
Learn more about the Y here.
Nine YMCA of Coastal Georgia branches:
Effingham YMCA
Golden Isles & McIntosh YMCA
Habersham YMCA
Islands YMCA
Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA
Richmond Hill YMCA
Tybee Island YMCA
West Chatham YMCA
YMCA of Coastal Georgia is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
CrossFit Hyperformance in Savannah will have a free community event 8AM-3PM this Sat. Sept. 22 in celebration of their 10 year anniversary, bringing in multiple health and wellness experts from different fields to give free workshops and seminars.
Classes include yoga, low-impact, speed and agility training, gymnastics strength, striking, running technique, and self-defense. Seminars include stress management, 50 is the new 30 Masters Panel, Winning the Mental Battle, Nutrition for real life, and meal prep strategies.
The schedule of events is available at crossfithp.com and all classes are free and open.
Come and see what the fitness industry in Savannah has to offer
Saturday at 8AM-1PM
CrossFit Hyperformance
904 E 70th St.
Savannah, Georgia 31405
CrossFit Hyperformance, 904 E. 70th St.Savannah, 31405
email crossfithp@gmail.com, tel: 912-335-3615, CrossFit Hyperformance is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Crowned Elite Athletics in Savannah is offering a parent & child class called Tot Time for ages 18 months to 3 years.
This will be a coach-instructed parent & child class on Tuesdays, 4:15-4:45PM & on Wednesdays, 3:30-4PM.
Reserve your spot today online here.
Tot Time classes begin to teach basic stretching & tumbling skills. In these fun classes, Mom (Dad or Grandparents) will help the child with front rolls, stretching, splits & other exercises. Coaches will introduce children to the trampoline, teaching bouncing skills & building leg muscles that cheerleaders will need later on to perform jumps and flips. Many of the things learned in these classes can be repeated at home to strengthen skills & ability even more.
Crowned Elite Athletics, (912) 308-5719, crownedeliteathletics.com, 202 Bourne Blvd, Suite 160 Savannah, GA 31408, Crowned Elite Athletics is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
The following is one of a series of weekly guest posts for SouthernMamas.com by Stacey McKenzie, Physical Therapist
Optim Therapy in Savannah
Pelvic Health & Wellness Program
See more of these guest posts here.
Are you having pelvic pain? Urinary incontinence? Overactive bladder? All of the above? These symptoms could be related to your pelvic floor muscles, which are basically a bowl-shaped set of muscles that support your bladder, bowel, rectum and uterus.
The good news is that physical therapy could be the answer. Yes, that’s right. There are physical therapists who specialize in treating the pelvic floor and I’m proud to be one.
At Optim Therapy’s Pelvic Health & Wellness Program, our goal is to provide a comfortable environment with excellent treatment programs individualized to make sure you receive the most from each of your visits.
At your first visit, I’ll meet with you for an evaluation in a private, closed-door environment. We’ll talk one-on-one and go over all your treatment options.
Although pelvic conditions are not life-threatening, they can have a huge impact on your quality of life. Our approach to patient care is to achieve the highest possible outcomes for you. Treatments may include:
• Manual and soft tissue techniques
• Education on proper contraction of pelvic floor muscles, posture, body mechanics, positioning, and more
• Strengthening and stretching exercises
• Techniques and modalities for pain relief
• Biofeedback
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Optim Therapy recently launched their Pelvic Health & Wellness Program and Physical Therapist Stacey McKenzie can work with you one-on-one to make sure you are successfully activating your pelvic floor. It can be accomplished in as little as one visit.
Stacey is one of Optim Therapy’s dedicated therapy professionals, all of whom utilize a multi-disciplinary approach to providing patients with the best treatments and outcomes. She earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Armstrong Atlantic State University and says that the most rewarding aspect of being a therapist is making people feel and move better.
If you are interested in improving your pelvic health, please talk to your personal physician about a referral to physical therapy. If you have any questions, or need help with a referral, feel free to contact Stacey directly at smckenzie@optimhealth.com, (912) 644-5333.
Optim Therapy in Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Here’s your chance to have an exclusive Q&A with Savannah pediatrician Dr. Chintak B. Patel @ Pediatric Associates of Savannah.
Follow this link to submit your question for the chance to have it answered by Dr. Patel.
On Aug. 29, check back on the SouthernMamas Facebook page for the video of Dr. Patel answering your questions. The video with answers to your questions will also be spotlighted in the SouthernMamas.com Weekly e-letter to our subscribers on Wed. Aug. 29.
Pediatric Associates of Savannah, 4600 Waters Ave, Suite 100 Savannah, 31404-6702, (912) 355-2462, www.pedsav.com On Facebook here. Pediatric Associates of Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Savannah’s favorite family-friendly bicycling event has a new location: Historic Grayson Stadium, home of the The Savannah Bananas.
10th Annual Midnight Garden Ride
5-10PM Sat. Oct. 20 2018
Grayson Stadium
1401 E Victory Dr, Savannah, Georgia 31404
Tickets available here.
After a casually-paced, police-escorted ride travels through Savannah’s most beautiful neighborhoods, then returns to Grayson Stadium for live music, food and beverages, and fun.
Proceeds benefit the non-profit Savannah Bicycle Campaign.
Join hundreds of other cyclists and see Savannah in an unforgettable way on the Midnight Garden Ride, presented by Chatham Orthopaedic Associates.
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FOR MORE FALL FESTIVALS 2018, VISIT THE SOUTHERNMAMAS.COM FALL FUN GUIDE .
Below is a guest post from CrossFit Hyperformance in Savannah:
What’s your Sleep Routine?
This month at Hyperformance Kids we’re showing off our sleep routines! We’re talking about the benefits of a good night sleep and how having a routine can help. The better you sleep the better you feel.
Sleep is also imperative to maximize learning. Our brains processes both new physical tasks (like coordination) and information during sleep. Your body’s recovery processes and growth hormone release are heightened during deeper stages of sleep.
Here are some tips to try:
1.) Cut off overhead lights at dusk. As it gets darker outside, cut back on the brightness inside too. It signals their bodies to start winding down. My boys love lighting candles and dimming the lights.
2.) Cut off devices and screens at least 30 minutes before bedtime. In the summertime I like to take a walk outside in the natural changing light with my boys. They are also less tempted to go back to the screen.
3.) Reflect. Our family has “couch time”. Each person gets a minute to talk about the best part of their day. It forces us to stop what we are doing and just be together for a couple of precious minutes.
4.) Prep the next day. Not just laying out clothes and making lunch, but ask your kids what they are looking forward to the next day. They will start to connect the things they want to do with a desire to feel ready and well-rested for it.
Of course, lots of exercise and time outdoors during the day helps too! And nothing is wrong with a little power nap from time to time either.
CrossFit Hyperformance, 904 E. 70th St.Savannah, 31405
email crossfithp@gmail.com, tel: 912-335-3615, CrossFit Hyperformance is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Fall Ball with Lowcountry Lacrosse in Savannah is a skills and drills lacrosse league for beginners and intermediate players.
This is a fantastic introduction to lacrosse and is a great way for those intermediate players to keep the stick in their hands and gain more confidence!
Players are grouped according to age and skill and coaches will stress fundamentals, mechanics, and basic game IQ with plenty of games to keep the intensity and excitement at a maximum.
Boys & Girls Grades 1-8th Grade Academy | $150
Sundays, 2-3:30PM
Co-Ed Kindergarten Academy | $100
Sundays, 2-3:30PM
All Sessions @ Daffin Park | Sept. 9-Oct. 14 2018
Plus $30 (Yearly) US Lacrosse Membership
Get Your US LAX Membership First @ uslacrosse.org/membership
Register online here.
NEED EQUIPMENT ?
Contact Christan to reserve: charris@lowlax.com | (912)-200-3442
QUESTIONS?
Contact Beth Schminke: esschminke@gmail.com | (410)-419-7295
Follow Lowcountry Lacrosse Savannah on Facebook here.
Lowcountry Lacrosse Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
This Sat. Aug. 4 2018 is FREE First Saturday Friend Fest at Crossfit Hyperformance Athletics in Savannah.
You are invited to sweat and laugh with Cross Hyperformance for free this Saturday morning at 9AM at Hyperformance Athletics.
It only happens once a month so make sure to set your reminder, alarm, or device, or whatever you depend on :)
All fitness levels are welcome and Crossfit would love to see you there!
(Yes, of course you can bring a friend too.)
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FREE KIDS’ CLASS
There will be a kids’ class immediately following at 10:15AM for rising 1st – 5th grade students
CrossFit Hyperformance, 904 E. 70th St.Savannah, 31405
email crossfithp@gmail.com, tel: 912-335-3615, CrossFit Hyperformance is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Crowned Elite Athletics offers a wide variety of classes including tumbling, flight, coed stunting, jumps and flexibility in their Savannah gym.
Tumbling and stunting are a huge aspects of cheerleading, especially at the competitive level (High/Middle School & All-Star).
These classes are also a great way to get started with competitive, game day and other types of cheerleading. These classes also a great way to build self confidence, body control, and physical fitness.
Crowned Elite Athletics offers a variety of classes for children age 4 and older, ranging from very basic to advanced levels.
Work with Crowned Elite’s amazing staff of former all star and collegiate cheerleaders, along with several gymnastic coaches, to learn the skills necessary to progress to the next level. Crowned Elite’s tumbling coaches are USASF Certified Levels 1-5.
New to Crowed Elite Athletics gym? Come in for a FREE trial class. (available to new members)
Tumbling classes begin in August 2018. Learn more and register here.
Crowned Elite Athletics, (912) 308-5719, crownedeliteathletics.com, 202 Bourne Blvd, Suite 160 Savannah, GA 31408, Crowned Elite Athletics is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Stacey McKenzie, Physical Therapist Optim Therapy in Savannah
The following is a guest post for SouthernMamas.com by Stacey McKenzie, Physical Therapist
Optim Therapy in Savannah
Pelvic Health & Wellness Program
Summertime for moms often means family vacations. It should be an exciting time, getting in the car, setting the GPS and heading out for a fun-in-the-sun getaway.
Unfortunately for many women, any trip longer than around the block can be a journey filled with calculated pit stops including some seedy gas station bathrooms and a few close calls.
If you’re dreading a road trip because you suffer from urinary incontinence or an overactive bladder, the good news is that physical therapy could be the answer. Yes, that’s right. There are physical therapists who specialize in treating the pelvic floor muscles, which support your bladder, bowel, rectum and uterus. The pelvic floor is very important and plays a key role in urinary continence, core stability, and sexual health.
Optim Therapy recently launched their Pelvic Health & Wellness Program and Physical Therapist Stacey McKenzie can work with you one-on-one to make sure you are successfully activating your pelvic floor. It can be accomplished in as little as one visit.
Stacey is one of Optim Therapy’s dedicated therapy professionals, all of whom utilize a multi-disciplinary approach to providing patients with the best treatments and outcomes.
If you are interested in improving your pelvic health, please talk to your personal physician about a referral to physical therapy. If you have any questions, or need help with a referral, feel free to contact Stacey directly at smckenzie@optimhealth.com, (912) 644-5333.
Optim Therapy in Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Saturday July 7 2018 is FREE First Saturday Friend Fest at Crossfit Hyperformance Athletics in Savannah.
You are invited to sweat and laugh with Cross Hyperformance for free this Saturday morning at 9AM at Hyperformance Athletics.
It only happens once a month so make sure to set your reminder, alarm, or device, or whatever you depend on :)
All fitness levels are welcome and Crossfit would love to see you there!
(Yes, of course you can bring a friend too.)
CrossFit Hyperformance, 904 E. 70th St.Savannah, 31405
email crossfithp@gmail.com, tel: 912-335-3615, CrossFit Hyperformance is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Stacey McKenzie, Physical Therapist Optim Therapy in Savannah
The following is a guest post for SouthernMamas.com by Stacey McKenzie, Physical Therapist
Optim Therapy in Savannah
Pelvic Health & Wellness Program
Imagine if your shoulder and arm muscles were weak and you couldn’t lift or hold your child. You would do something about that, right?
Now, what if weak muscles caused you to leak urine when you run, laugh, cough or sneeze? This could mean you need to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles, which are a group of muscles that support your bladder, bowel, rectum and uterus. Just like your other muscles, you need to work on getting them stronger. As a physical therapist specializing in pelvic floor therapy, I can assess your pelvic floor muscles and make sure you are firing them correctly.
At your first visit, I’ll meet with you for an evaluation in a private, closed-door environment. We’ll talk one-on-one and go over all your treatment options.
At Optim Therapy’s Pelvic Health & Wellness Program, our goal is to provide a comfortable environment with individualized treatment programs to make sure you receive the most from each of your visits.
Now is the time to address your urinary incontinence because, unfortunately, this problem can get worse. As we age, our ligaments, tendons, and muscles get weaker.
If you are interested in improving your pelvic health, please talk to your personal physician about a referral to physical therapy. If you have any questions, or need help with a referral, please feel free to contact me directly: Stacey McKenzie, , (912) 644-5333.
Stacey McKenzie is one of Optim Therapy’s dedicated therapy professionals, all of whom utilize a multi-disciplinary approach to providing patients with the best treatments and outcomes. She earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Armstrong Atlantic State University and says that the most rewarding aspect of being a therapist is making people feel and move better.
Optim Therapy in Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Below is a guest post from CrossFit Hyperformance in Savannah:
Let’s Jump!
All kids love to jump – up, down, and sideways. (Maybe off of something we as a parents would wish they wouldn’t).
Did you know that when it comes to skeletal development jumping is very important? Actually, the landing is even more important. When you land, a wave of impact is sent through the skeleton that signals bone cells to lay down more mineral deposit making them denser. Bones react according to the forces put on them.
Between the ages of 12-14 years old bone density is increasing at its fastest. That is a huge window of opportunity for pre-pubescent children to have a positive effect that will linger well into adulthood. To get the most benefit, the speed of loading (such as in jumping or bounding) is more important than slow or static loading (standing, walking, weightlifting). We call this rapid force changing impact loading – and it’s a part of every Crossfit Kids class. No external load needed; these activities are self-scaled by ability to reduce the risk of injury.
Impact loading activities are a priority for all age groups within Hyperformance Youth programs, for the benefits they provide the growing skeleton as well as the improvements they bring about in such physical skills as power, speed, and strength.
For more information on regular elementary-aged classes and mini-camps as well as Middle and High School Strength and Conditioning in Savannah, visit www.crossfithp.com
CrossFit Hyperformance, 904 E. 70th St.Savannah, 31405
email crossfithp@gmail.com, tel: 912-335-3615, CrossFit Hyperformance is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser
Free Yoga for Kids @ Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens, Savannah.
No experience required.
Yoga classes are open to kids in grades 4th-12th. Classes are free but a medical release form & registration is required.
To register for Yoga for Kids, please complete the Georgia 4-H Medical Release Form available here and return to the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens in-person or via email at coastalevents@uga.edu.
Classes will be 9:30-10:30AM on:
Thurs. May 31 2018
Mon. June 4 2018
Thurs. June 7 2018
Mon. June 18 2018
Thurs. June 21 2018
Mon. June 25 2018
Coastal Ga. Botanical Gardens
2 Canebrake Rd.
Savannah, GA 31419
What’s better than a free workout on Saturday morning?
A FREE Workout + Tacos!
It’s Cinco de Mayo AND First Saturday Friend Fest at Crossfit Hyperformance Athletics in Savannah.
Join Crossfit Hyperformance Athletics, Savannah this Saturday at 9AM for the classic First Saturday Friend Fest workout. Bring a friend or come make a new one. Then stay for taco salad bar and a viewing of the movie Redeemed and Dominant (a Crossfit Games documentary).
If you stay for the movie, make sure to bring a lawn chair or something comfy to sit in.
CrossFit Hyperformance, 904 E. 70th St.Savannah, 31405
email crossfithp@gmail.com, tel: 912-335-3615, CrossFit Hyperformance is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser