BWMC's Heartbeat for Health Coming Soon

The Baltimore Washington Medical Center (BWMC) is sponsoring Heartbeat for Health from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Feb. 26 at the .

The public is invited to attend this free and informative event that celebrates the benefits of dance and exercise in the prevention of heart disease, while reinforcing community awareness and education about overall health and wellness.

Featured will be country-line dancing, belly dancing, hip-hop, and Zumba demonstrations presented by local dance studios. There will also be exercise demonstrations, including yoga and resistance training offered by area fitness experts. Participants will have an opportunity to try each dance style and exercise.

            Health screenings including cholesterol, bone density, foot, blood pressure, and educational displays for smoking cessation and heart health will be offered. Refreshments and promotional items will also be available. Cooking demonstrations and healthy snack sampling will be offered by Deliciously Nutritious. Registration is not required.

The is located at 623 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard in Severna Park. For more information about Heartbeat for Health or for a free calendar of events of free screenings and programs at Baltimore Washington Medical Center, call the medical center’s Marketing and Communications Department at 410-787-4375.