October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and at Miami Lakes Athletic Club, they’re raising awareness while working up a sweat.
In addition to themed classes where participants are encouraged to dress in pink, there are tables outside workout studios where they sell t-shirts and goodie bags to raise money for the cause.
It’s never hard to create excitement and get participation from club members, fitness manager Gitte Torres said.
“They’re excited to help,” she said. “Most everybody knows somebody who has had breast cancer. It’s great when we can bring more awareness to it.
“Members can also come to our front desk, where we have all the stuff that we sell, and also they can donate.”
Events at the club continue through the month.