Semper Fit Health Promotion office is now offering Bone Density Screening via their bone density sonometer for all women, preferably age 40 and older or with a family history of Osteoporosis. One bare foot is all that is needed for this non invasive quick scan that will give you your Z score which is the local estimate of your bone mineral density. To make an appointment, call the Semper Fit Health Promotion office 703-784.3780. The rate is $5 per screening payable to MCCS (Active Duty personnel FREE).

MicroFit assessment

Personal trainers will provide you with a free, personalized fitness⁄lifestyle assessment and will develop an individualized exercise program for you. For an appointment, call 703-784-2162 or 703-432-0593.

Senior chair exercise class

Senior chair classes are every Friday at 10:30 a.m. The class teaches seniors how to condition and strengthen by working in and out of chairs using free weights, tubing and balls. It focuses on improving independence and wearing comfortable clothes and athletic shoes.

Free blood pressure checks

The Semper Fit Center offers free blood pressure checks Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Stress management class

A stress management class is scheduled for today at 10 a.m. Come to Semper Fit Health Promotion and learn how to recognize stressors and to de-stress.

Tobacco cessation class

A three-hour tobacco cessation class is scheduled for Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m.

The Nicotine replacement therapy, Zyban⁄Chantix, is available for eligible individuals. For more information or to register, contact the Semper Fit Center at 703-784-3780.

Blood pressure class

A blood pressure class is scheduled for today at 1 p.m. The class addresses smart dietary choices, weight control, exercise and lifestyle modifications, as well as risk factors associated with the development of high blood pressure and how to help change it.