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Kittrell JCC & Army National Guard Host “Let’s Move” Event

by | Jul 1, 2011 | Uncategorized

Tags: Kittrell Job Corps Center | Let's Move Campaign

Kittrell JCC & Army National Guard Host “Let’s Move” Event

June 22, 2011, Kittrell Job Corps Center partner with the NC Army National Guard to host a “Let’s Move Know your Food” event, and Recruitment Drive. SGT. Chris Dethmers and SFC Crystal Jones explained to students the benifits of proper nutrition and exercise. Students climed a rockwall, rode go karts and participated in a physical fitness expo. Students performed push ups,sit ups and stretches. The National Guards stressed the importance of “whole body and mind wellness”. Students and staff alike had a great time and learned a lot about the effects of a healthy diet of balanced food, proper sleep, and exercise and the impact that each category has on the body and mind. SGT. Dethmers also provided information on the many different career options the Army National Guard offers. Students were very enthusiastic and participation was very high.