24 in '24 Wellness Challenge

Get a clearer understanding of your metabolism by completing a Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) Assessment.

During the assessment, participants remain seated and breathe into a tube connected to a KORR Metacheck machine for 10 minutes. This process calculates resting metabolic rate, or how many calories your body burns while at rest. After the assessment, participants receive a one-on-one review of their data, detailing how calories are burned at different activity levels, and daily calorie targets for various fitness goals.

A Parker Recreation membership is not required to complete the RMR assessment.

Learn more and schedule an assessment on the Personal Training webpage.

Hit trails all over Town and have plenty of fun with the Parker Recreation Run Series. This quartet of family-friendly races, open to runners and walkers alike, includes:

• Love 'em or Leave 'em Valentine's Day 5K/10K on Feb. 10

• Cattle Crossing 5K & Family Fun Trek on June 15

• So Long to Summer 5K/10K on Sept. 21

• Turkey Day 5K FUN Run/Walk on Nov. 28

Individual registration is open for all races. The 2024 Run Series Bundle, available for purchase until Feb. 9, includes registration to all four races at a 10 percent discount, a handheld hydration bottle, and the shirt or commemorative giveaway item for each event.

Turkey, Broccoli and Rice Casserole

6 to 8 servings

36g Carbs ‖ 11g Fats ‖ 22g Protein

313 calories/serving

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. ground turkey

• 1 bag frozen broccoli

• 1 cup white rice

• 4 small red or russet potatoes (cubed)

• ½ onion (diced)

• Garlic powder

• 2 eggs

• Pepper

• 1 tsp salt

Directions:

1. Cook onions to translucent or caramelized in pan with garlic powder (to taste)

2. Cook rice separately following instructions on packaging

3. Add cooked rice, potatoes, pepper (to taste), salt, onion, turkey and broccoli to baking dish

4. Mix 1 ½ cups water with 2 eggs, then add to baking dish evenly over food contents

5. Bake in oven at 400ᵒF for 22 to 24 minutes

6. Serve and enjoy!

Fitness and wellness is not just a trend, it’s a way of life. That’s why Parker Parks and Recreation offers a variety of fitness and wellness programs to help you live a healthy lifestyle.

Fitness Equipment Orientation

During Fitness Equipment Orientations, a Certified Personal Trainer will take you through proper use of equipment, safety and etiquette. The Youth Equipment Orientation and Certification is mandatory for youth ages 13 to 15 to use the Parker Recreation weight room and cardio equipment areas.

Group Fitness Classes

More than 100 classes, including cycling, boot camp and yoga, are offered each week and are included with a Parks and Recreation membership or daily admission.

Nutrition Services

Fitness is only half of the journey to achieving a healthier version of you. Nutrition/dietitian consultations and nutrition workshops to help you reach your goals.

Personal Training

Our team of nationally certified personal trainers is qualified to maximize your fitness potential while minimizing potential for injury. Many trainers specialize in specific areas of fitness, including Pilates, yoga, triathlon coaching, sports conditioning and senior weight training.

Pilates, Yoga and Stretch Personal Training

Work with a certified Pilates Reformer Trainer to improve strength, flexibility, balance and core stability.

Specialty Fitness and Wellness Programs

Qualified instructors will lead you through activities like Women on Weights, Prenatal Fitness, Pilates Reformer/Tower, Tai Chi and more. These classes include a registration fee, but do not require a facility membership.

Join the Parker Town Council in setting healthy habits for the new year by participating in 24 in ’24: Parker's Wellness Challenge!

This section will be used to promote new Challenge programs and initiatives each month along with general updates.

To join the Challenge, complete the Health Pledge and earn a chance to win some free Parker giveaways!