WORCESTER—The city unveiled its new Fitness Court at University Park on Monday, a collaborative effort with the United Way of Central Massachusetts, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC).
The court offers seven exercise stations designed for body-weight workouts, allowing users of all fitness levels to participate.
Worcester City Manager Eric Batista praised the court as a great opportunity for residents to engage in high-quality physical activity and build community connections in an accessible outdoor setting.
Equipped with a free app that serves as a digital coach, the Fitness Court offers a complete workout for users, tailored to their own pace.
The initiative aims to promote health equity by providing free access to high-quality fitness spaces, especially in underserved areas.
“This is an investment in the health and wellbeing of Main South, an area that will greatly benefit from having this space,” said Tim Garvin, CEO of United Way of Central Massachusetts, in a press release. He added that the court will serve teens, families, seniors, and residents of group homes in the area.
The court is one of 15 being launched by Blue Cross Blue Shield across the state this year. “We’re proud to offer this communal fitness space to help eliminate physical barriers to health,” said Jeff Bellows, VP of corporate citizenship at Blue Cross Blue Shield, in a statement.
NFC Founder Mitch Menaged also lauded Worcester’s leadership in the state’s health and wellness efforts through this project.
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