BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The National League of Cities highlighted a community health initiative sponsored by Pro Tem Wardine Alexander Thursday.
The initiative is called the "Sixth Avenue Sliders," and it is a fitness regime that was created to combat obesity and lack of exercise among African-American seniors. The program includes line dancing, chair exercises and more. Alexander is sponsoring a six-month weekly exercise program. It's "free of charge" at c local recreation center.
“Among the targets of focus in the district that I represent is an emphasis on community health and wellness,” Councilor Alexander said. “Several projects are planned for 2025. Geriatrics is a specialty that focuses on the health of individuals over 65 years old. With the elderly population rising nationally, health concerns regarding geriatrics increased from the tenth to the seventh leading health indicator in Alabama.”
Dates and locations will be announced in the future.