Mississippi holds the title for being the most obese state in America according to the Trust for America’s Health. However, the Mission First Comprehensive Wellness Program is working to strengthen residents in the West Park Community through daily fitness programs. Nevertheless, participants’ physical bodies aren’t alone in the dynamic of change.
Participants are also strengthened spiritually and socially. In fact, one of the Wellness Program participants recently stated, “I started coming here for the physical need, but I keep on coming because of the spiritual influence. It helps me so much in my daily life to know that there are people with whom I can discuss spiritual things.The improvement that is achieved here builds a level of strength that the city of Jackson can stand on for ages. Our mission is dynamic, it’s bold, it’s strengthening.
WELLNESS PROGRAM ESSENTIALS
// Our program serves as a form of preventative and restorative care for individuals faced with conditions such as hypertension and diabetes
// Clients are given a fitness assessment and are equipped to make healthy nutrition and lifestyle choices
// All results are monitored by medical & fitness professionals
// Clients may participate in strength training exercises as well as group exercises like aerobics, Pilates and Zumba