Native Fitness and Nutrition

The Native Fitness and Nutrition (FAN) program works to reduce health disparities in the local American Indian community by reducing the prevalence of obesity and obesity-linked diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Eligible participants are American Indians above the age of 8.

Be sure to check MAIC’s calendar for an up-to-date list on our weekly activities. Additional information is available on our Facebook page.

Services

Free physical fitness activities including basketball, volleyball, walking groups, circuit training, yoga, traditional dancing and several intensive workouts such as Insanity™
Free assistance and coaching by our Health and Wellness Coach to help set and meet health goals
Nutrition education and cooking classes to learn how to eat healthy and reduce the risk for diabetes, heart disease and other health issues
Classes and activities for those living with diabetes to assist in managing their disease and staying healthy
Classes for those at-risk for developing Type II diabetes to either stop or reverse the progression of the disease
Monthly support groups for those living with cancer or other chronic diseases
Quarterly health screenings to monitor health risk and protective factors such as weight status/BMI, percent of body fat, blood pressure, lung capacity, indicators of metabolic disorder, blood sugars and cholesterol level
Quarterly powwows that offer culturally-focused ways to stay physically active