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Member of the Month February 2019

By Gayla Wichman - The Center News

Name: Tyler and Kate McCutcheon
Member Since: November 2018

What are your fitness goals for 2019?

Kate:

To become “fit” for the first time in my life
Continue to improve my health
Complete a 10k

Tyler:

To train for and complete the 2019 Xterra Lory Triathlon
Become healthier overall

What is your weekly workout routine?

Kate:

I participate in a variety of group fitness classes as well as use weights and cardio machines

Tyler:

A mixture of running, swimming, and biking plus some strength training

What keeps you motivated?

Kate:

Becoming healthier together

Tyler:

Having an awesome partner to workout with

Do you have a success story to share?

Together we have lost 50+ pounds and have totally changed our lifestyle. We’re looking forward to more milestones in 2019!

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Member of the Month January 2019

By Gayla Wichman - The Center News

Name: Brianna Casey & Cody Lee
Member Since: January 2018

What are your fitness goals for 2019?

Brianna:

Continue staying consistent with my workout routine and eating habits
gain more strength by weight lifting

Cody:

Implement more cardio into my weekly routine
Be consistent with healthy eating habits

What is your weekly workout routine?

The majority of our routine is based off weight training.

Monday: Chest & Triceps | 10-25 minutes of HIIT/LISS
Tuesday: Back & Biceps | 15-25 minutes of HIIT | AB/Core workout
Wednesday: Shoulders | 10-30 minutes of cardio
Thursday: Legs | 10-15minutes of HIIT finisher | Ab/Core workout
Friday: Biceps & Triceps
Saturday: Cardio or Total Body Workout
Sunday: Rest Day

What keeps you motivated?

Brianna:

I would say that becoming stronger and seeing real results that I work so hard for definitely keeps me motivated! I also stay motivated because I love to lift weights and that makes my workouts so much more enjoyable!

Cody:

Seeing that I have gained strength from week to week from the goals that I set. I also like the feeling of accomplishment that I have after every workout.

Do you have a success story to share?

Brianna:

I have recently lost over 50 pounds with weight training and proper nutrition. I’m just learning to enjoy the process and I look forward to reaching some new goals for this year!

Sep20

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Drive-Thru Flu Shots Available Oct 7 at HaysMed

By Gayla Wichman - Community Health,Family Medicine,HaysMed News,Pediatrics,The Center News,Upcoming Events

HaysMed’s annual drive-thru flu shot clinic has been scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 7. The event, which will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., will offer free flu shots for all residents older than 6 months.

It will be the 19th year the hospital has offered the community service, and approximately 3,500 people are expected to be vaccinated during the free clinic.

Adults wanting to receive a free flu shot can get one without having to leave their vehicles. HaysMed volunteers will direct traffic during the event, and the maximum wait time is estimated at 15 minutes.

Children older than 6 months will be vaccinated inside the gym at the Center for Health Improvement (CHI). Adults attending with children also can receive their shots inside the waiting area of Hays Orthopedic Institute, located inside the CHI building.

More than 100 volunteers will be on hand to help with the event. HaysMed partners with Fort Hays State University and North Central Kansas Vo-Tech as both facilities provide students to help with the shots.

There will be no nasal flu vaccine at the drive-thru flu shot clinic. There will be no egg free vaccines available at the drive-thru flu shot clinic. People with a severe egg allergy will need to contact their local healthcare provider for their flu vaccine.

The event is sponsored by the Hays Medical Center Foundation. While there is no cost for flu shots, participants are asked to bring a canned food item to benefit the Community Assistance Center.

The vaccine also is available at HaysMed clinics for patients who are unable to attend the drive-thru flu shot event. Charges will apply at regular clinic visits, though the vaccine is covered by most health insurance plans.

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Member of the Month August 2018

By Gayla Wichman - The Center News

Name: Sandy Shupe
Member Since: May 2017

What are your fitness goals for 2018?
Continue to work out 4-5 days a week
Drop pounds
Keep a positive attidue!

What is your weekly workout routine?
During the summer – water aerobics and biking 6 days per week
During the school year – water aerobics 3 days a week – biking – yoga – weights – walking

What keeps you motivated?
Working out reduces stress
I’ve made several friends who also attend water aerobics classes
The staff members at The Center are very friendly and encouraging

Do you have a success story to share?
I absolutely love The Center!
I find that if I spend 30 minutes every morning at The Center doing low impact exercises or completing a circuit of weights on the ActiveLinxx, I have more energy throughout the day. I always feel better after I exercise at The Center than when I first walked in! Every time I walk into The Center I am greeted with a smile and as I leave the staff encourages me to have a terrific day! 🙂

May22

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HaysMed Center for Health Improvement Celebrates 25th Anniversary of National Senior Health and Fitness

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,The Center News

Hays, Kan. (May 22, 2018) HaysMed’s Center for Health Improvement will celebrate the 25^th Anniversary of National Senior Health & Fitness Day. During the week of May 28^th– June 1^st anyone can attend a Group Fitness or Water Class for free. On Wednesday, May 30 join us for a free class and refreshment as we celebrate the health and fitness of our seniors.

National Senior Health & Fitness Day is organized as a public/private good health partnership by the Mature Market Resource Center (MMRC). It is a program which offers fitness activities for older adults at more than 1,000 locations including hospitals, park and recreation departments, senior centers, health clubs, retirement communities, houses of worship, health departments and other community locations. This national event is held annually on the last Wednesday in May as part of Older Americans Month.

“Older adults at all levels of physical fitness are encouraged to make fitness a goal for life,” said Stephanie Howie, Director at The Center for Health Improvement. “Our goal is to keep older adults moving at whatever age they may be; by showing them that it is never too late to set fitness goals and to make regular exercise a part of their life.”

May14

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HaysMed Welcomes New Orthopedic Surgeon

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,Orthopedic Institute News,The Center News

Hays, KS (May 14, 2018) –Dr. Oluwaseun Akinbo, Orthopedic Surgeon has joined the medical staff of HaysMed as a full time physician. Dr. Akinbo has served as a locum in the HaysMed Orthopedic Clinic for the past 8 months.

Dr. Akinbo completed medical school at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Akinbo completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC where he served as the administrative chief resident during his final year of residency. He also served on the house-staff executive council and the orthopedic education committee.

He also completed a fellowship in hip and knee replacement surgery at the world-renowned New England Baptist Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. His primary areas of focus include primary and revising hip/knee replacement, fracture management and general orthopedics.

Dr. Akinbo has been published in multiple peer reviewed journals and serves as a peer reviewer for multiple orthopedic surgery journals.

Dr. Akinbo is now accepting new patients. Please call 785-261-7599.

Apr12

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FREE KidsQuest Summer Program for Kids

By Gayla Wichman - Family Medicine,HaysMed News,Pediatrics,The Center News

HAYS, Kan. (April 12, 2018) – The Center for Health Improvement and the HaysMed Foundation are sponsoring the sixth annual FREE KidsQuest this summer. Kids will be encouraged to log 40 miles of fitness by running, walking, biking or swimming on their own. As they achieve mileage they will earn prizes sponsored by various businesses. This year’s theme is based on traveling through the solar system with various stops along the way.

KidsQuest is recommended for children Pre K through 8^th grade.

KidsQuest will begin on Thursday, May 3 at the HaysMed Fitness Trail. Registration begins at 6:00 pm and will be followed by a 2 mile run/walk. The adventure will start at the shelter house located behind HaysMed. Participants are encouraged to park in parking lot I on the southeast side of the hospital. The finale will be held on Thursday, August 2 with another 2 mile run/walk and watermelon feed at 6:00 pm.

You can register your child at www.thecenter.haysmed.com/kidsquest or registrations will be taken at the kickoff on May 3. If you register by April 25 you will receive a free t-shirt.

Apr10

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May 6 All American Breakfast Benefits HaysMed Hospice

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,The Center News

HAYS, Kan. (April 10, 2018) An All American Breakfast will be held Sunday, May 6 from 7:30 am – 12:00 noon at the VFW, 2106 Vine in Hays. Tickets must be purchased in advance in order to benefit Hospice.

The all you can eat menu includes pancakes, sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, hash browns, biscuits, gravy, toast, coffee and juice.

Advance tickets are $8.50 for Adults. $3.50 for children 5-12 and children under 5 eat free. Tickets at the door are $9.00 for Adults, $4.00 for children 5-12 and children under 5 eat free.

Advance tickets are available from Hospice at 623-6200 or 1-800-248-0073. You can also email tonia.houghton@haysmed.com or myrna.jordan@haysmed.com for tickets or information.

HaysMed Hospice focuses on comfort and quality of life when a cure is not possible, honoring the wishes of the person and their family. They provide services in Ellis, Rooks, Russell and Rush counties.

Apr5

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HaysMed Sports Medicine Announces Upcoming Athletic Testing Combine

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,The Center News

HAYS, Kansas (April 5, 2018)— HaysMed Sports Medicine is hosting their 17th Annual Athletic Testing Combine on Saturday, April 28 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am at The Center for Health Improvement, Hays, Kansas. Registration fee is $20 per person. This testing is for male or female, grades 6 through 12. A makeup combine session will be held on Saturday, May 5 at 3:00 pm at The Center for Health Improvement. During the 17 years the combine has performed over 5000 tests on area athletes.

Every athlete strives to do his or her best in whatever sport they participate in. In order to achieve that goal, it is important to know at what level you are performing and how that performance can be improved. The Athletic Testing Combine is designed to assess athlete’s individual strengths and weaknesses in order to help them reach their highest athletic potential.

Tests performed during this event include: Height, Weight, Seated Shot Put, Pro Agility, Vertical Jump, Standing Long Jump, Bench Press and 10 Yard and 40 yard dashes which are electronically timed. HaysMed Sports Medicine provides highly qualified staff and professional testing equipment including the use of electronic timing equipment accurate to the 1/100^th of a second. This ensures accurate and reliable results.

Each athlete in attendance will receive an individual athletic profile. This includes test results, percentile rankings, and an overall athletic rating allowing athletes to identify specific strengths and weaknesses. In addition coaches from each school will be provided similar reports. The results are also sent to Midwest colleges for their review of athletes interested in playing college sports. Participants also receive a tee shirt.

Registration can be mailed to Shawn Landers, PO BOX 8100, Hays, KS 67601, dropped off at The Center for Health Improvement, or participants can bring the registration the day of the event and pay the fee then. For more information contact Shawn Landers, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS at 785.623.6369, https://www.haysmed.com/the-center/athletic-testing-combine/ or email at shawn.landers@haysmed.com.

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Apr3

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HaysMed Launches Walk with a Doc Program in Hays

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,The Center News

Hays, Kansas (April 3, 2018) The Center for Health Improvement at HaysMed is encouraging Hays residents to take a step toward better health with Walk with a Doc, a national health program that brings doctors and patients together to walk. The first walk will be held Saturday, April 28 at 9am. Participants are asked to meet at 2500 Canterbury Drive on the Fitness Trail (at the shelter house behind HaysMed). If inclement weather, walk will be held indoors at The Center for Health Improvement.

Walk with a Doc is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to encourage healthy physical activity in people of all ages and reverse the consequences of a sedentary lifestyle in order to improve the health and well-being of the country.

“This program has had tremendous participation and success in hundreds of cities around the country”, said Steph Howie, Director of The Center for Health Improvement. I’m very pleased to bring this exciting and simple program to Hays as it has shown such improved health results for countless people around the county.”

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