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(4 - Arrl'l 2007 CLUB MEMBERS Sarah takes the plunge GIVE GENEROUSLY‘ for arthritis cure Members at Curves ForWomen in Stouffville had collected a whopping 1,601 lbs of non-perishable items for the Whitchurch- Stouffville Food Bank as of March 29. Sarah Prowten was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis when she was two years old. The Stouffville resident, who is now eight, visits her specialist regularly and takes medications to control her condition. She is also determined to do all she can to hel raise funds to find a cure and ' be participating in this ear's Foresters' BIC Swim for Art 'tis, which takes place at the Lebovic Leisure Centre April 20 and 21. Sarah, along with national event spokeswoman Joanne Malar, a three time Olympian, are joining other Canadians with arthritis in encour- aging people to re ister for the swrm'During the ast two years of my involvement with Foresters BIC Swim, l have met so many amazing and courageous people that are living successful and rewarding lives with arthritis because of the generosity of Canadians across the country,’ said Ms Malar, who has devoted her post-Olympic career to By Kate Cildcrdalc Stouffvillc Fm: Press promoting healthicx living thrm exercise, holistic nutrition and p tivc attitudes. “The thrill for me comes from combining two of my greatest pas- sions, health and swimming, into a cause that I really believe in. Swimmin has reat benefits for those suf ering 50m arthritis: the warm water allows your muscles to relax and eases joint pain, malt- ing it easier for you to continue to exercise. The water can also help to support your weight which can increase the range of motion, while still providing resistance for muscle strength and toning.‘ Arthritis is not just a disease of the elderly Juvenile Arthritis is one of the most common chronic conditions in children and it is esti- mated that one in 1,000 Canadian babies and young people under 16 are affected. Juvenile Arthritis causes physical pain and disability and prevents many children from participating in a wide variety of childhood activities, The Foresters BIC. Swim for Arthritis is a national swimming 6 I42 Maln Street, StourME www.stoneh9_usetravel.com om. new I678862 | IV"; on event designed to he! raise aware- ness and funds for e Arthritis Society. People from all walks of life can panicipate in distance challeng- es, which range from 1, 000 to 5, 000 metres, and the 30 minute swim, as well as the AquaFit challenge and the 'log your laps' option. For fnore information, to register or to make a donation call 1877 BIG SWIM, c-mail info@bigswim ca or visit www.bigswim.ca. Stouffw'flc