Florida Atlantic University Athletics
FAU Athletics Lent a "Healthy" Hand at Local Wellness Expo
3/21/2017 12:00:00 AM | Women's Basketball
BOCA RATON, Fla. -
Making healthy choices and living a healthy lifestyle is one of the cornerstones of being a successful student-athlete. As part of its mission, Florida Atlantic University Athletics tries to promote this behavior not just among the FAU student-athletes but also throughout the university and the community. As part of this effort, athletics staff and student-athletes took part in the 4th Annual Health and Wellness Experience on Saturday, March 18, at Mizner Park Amphitheater.
Hosted by WPEC CBS12 and WTVX CW34, the free event was a day of engagement, education, entertainment and empowerment designed to help families and individuals take actions and make choices to be healthier. More than 60 exhibitors were present, and attendees were able to enjoy healthy cooking and cooking demonstrations as well as receive free health screenings including blood pressure, glucose testing, BMI and more.
Members of the men's and women's tennis, men's and women's swimming and diving, men's and women's basketball, football and women's soccer teams attended the event to work specifically in the Kids Zone. The FAU student-athletes were able to interact with the youngsters and help them take part in healthy activities, such as climbing the rock wall or playing basketball. Head Football Coach Lane Kiffin also made a special appearance, and the FAU dance team performed for the spectators.
"It was a great time having fun with teammates and interacting with the community," said women's basketball player Raven Doyle.
The Owls will continue their community outreach efforts this month participating in and supporting multiple causes including the Out of the Dark Campus Walk on Sunday, March 26. The goal of the walk is to raise awareness and funds for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss. For more information, or to register to walk, please visit www.afsp.org/fau.
