Fitness, food and football: three popular pastimes come together in one day of family fun on Saturday, April 18, at the Family Fit Fest, presented by Baptist Health South Florida. Head for the Doctors Hospital Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University – Home of the Miami Dolphins – for this free community event filled with healthy activities for people of all ages.
“Baptist Health is committed to providing activities and resources that engage our community in healthy lifestyles,” said Patricia Rosello, chief executive officer of Baptist Outpatient Services. “Our name is health and we are honored to present the Miami Dolphins Family Fit Fest with our partners, the Miami Dolphins, Chef Norman Van Aken and the Dairy Council of Florida.”
From 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., families can get an insider’s view of the Dolphins’ training center while enjoying a great lineup of activities, including:
· Free health screenings (glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure and biometrics), courtesy of Baptist Health Outpatient Services
· Tailgate Grill-Off featuring celebrity chefs Norman Van Aken (Norman’s Orlando) and Timon Balloo (Sugarcane Raw Bar Grill, Miami)
· Cooking demonstrations featuring fresh, nutritious ingredients from Florida Dairy Farmers and the Dairy Council of Florida
· Guest appearances by Miami Dolphins cheerleaders and “T.D,” the Dolphins’ mascot
· Interactive fitness activities and health talks by Baptist Health fitness and nutrition pros
· Healthy foods and snacks to sample and purchase, including farmers’ market fruits and vegetables, a juice bar and tasty treats served by popular local food trucks
· Raffle featuring Dolphins memorabilia and plenty of other prizes
· Kids’ play and craft activities
“The Miami Dolphins are committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and choices,” said Todd Kline, the team’s senior vice president & chief commercial officer. “We are excited about our partnership with Baptist Health and the opportunity to take part in events like this that unite the community in the name of health.”
Chef Norman Van Aken said he is “honored to yet again be partnering with Baptist Health and the Miami Dolphins in an effort to reach out to our South Florida community to help educate people about great-tasting food that nurtures the body and soul.”
Mark your calendar now for this very special event:
Miami Dolphins Family Fit Fest
Presented by Baptist Health South Florida
Saturday, April 18 – 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Doctors Hospital Training Facility at Nova Southeastern University
Home of the Miami Dolphins
7500 SW 30 Street, Davie, FL 33314
FREE ADMISSION
For more information or to preregister for the Family Fit Fest, visit BaptistHealth.net/dolphinsfest or BaptistSalud.net/dolphinsfest.