Barbara Crawford Aptos Curves Geared up for New Normal, By Edita McQuary • North

COMMUNITY NEWS Aptos Curves Geared up for New Normal

By Edita McQuary

Curves owner Annette Hunt wants the community to know that they reopened June 15 under the new State of California Covid-19 guidelines, stronger and cleaner than ever.

During the three-month shelter in place, Hunt and her staff were busy working with members using virtual workouts to keep up their core strength as well as phone consultations to help keep them accountable with their goals.

With the new social distancing requirements, members are asked to schedule workouts so that no more than 7 people are on the circuit at one time.

“Without a doubt, this is a time for change, and we are setting new standards,” Hunt said. “All our members and staff are doing their best as we transition into a new normal while continuing to stay active, healthy and safe. Everyone who enters the facility must wear a mask, have their temperature checked, and use hand sanitizer COMMUNITY BRIEFS before and after their workouts.”

Curves staff sanitize each piece of equipment after each member’s use.

“Keeping equipment cleaned is an important practice so members stay focused on their workouts and to keep our community safe, and exercise will always be an important factor in keeping the immune system strong,” Hunt said. Annette Hunt, Curves owner, center, with staffers Charlotte Carreira, and Izbelly Santos, masked and ready to help members.

While keeping the facility clean, the Curves staff have not lost their enthusiasm for coaching each member to do their best during their workout. Coaching is a priority on the Curves circuit as well as during virtual workouts.

Members Are Appreciative.

Casandra Johnson said, “I can’t put into words how much I enjoy having Annette’s enthusiasm for being strong and increasing strength and loving life. I’m so grateful that Izabelly has returned with her knowledge of the body and suggestions and for Charlotte’s constant attention to and knowledge of body health and wellness.”

Nina Gantman added, “In the virtual world, I’ve been doing your YouTubes usually seven days a week and some of the challenges (inch worms and now the crunches). I have been feeling very connected and have been able to stay Curves Strong.

You’ve been a lifesaver and I’m so grateful. You have taught me a lot in these last few months working muscle groups, balance, endurance, stretching and very importantly, correct technique. It’s been amazing. You are amazing! Looking forward to the workouts with the bands, and the day I return to Curves too!”

Cathy Pereya summed up, “This Curves is most likely the best Curves anyone could have had during this pandemic.” n •••

Call 831-688-2348 or email AptosCurves@gmail.com to set up a free consultation and to get started with one-on-one coaching or to take advantage of the virtual memberships available. Curves is located

at 7000 Soquel Drive, Suite 1, Aptos.

North County Dems Honor Felton Library Champions

Nancy Gerdt and Michele Moser are the 2020 recipients of the John and Deloris Crosson Democratic Ideals Award awarded last month by the Democratic Club of North Santa Cruz County.

The award is named after longtime Felton political activists and advocates for social justice.

Gerdt and Mosher, both Felton residents, were recognized for their leadership in spearheading the Felton Library project. They worked tirelessly to engage the community and help raise funds from the project’s planning stages to the grand opening in February.

The award was presented virtually via Zoom due to COVID-19.

Award recipients are usually recognized at the club’s annual spring fundraiser, which was cancelled this year due to COVID-19.

For info, visit www.svslvdemocrats.org. •••

Vets 4 Vets Offers Support

Vets 4 Vets has received a grant to support veterans of Santa Cruz County during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The limit has been increased from $100 per family member to $250 per family member.

Emergency funds are available to help with: • Food • Shelter (modestly as funds allow) • Employment related needs • Internet connectivity concerns for schoolwork and work from home • Storage rooms • Minor car repairs • Other concerns by request and Board approval.

In your request, include the veteran’s name, date of birth, branch of service, years in service, number of family members who need assistance, along with a detailed description of the request.

There are multiple options for submitting your request:

Email: scveteranadvocate@gmail.com

Web: www.vets4vetssantacruz.org/provider form or www.vets4vetssantacruz.org/veteransform

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