Green Ridge Recreation Center

Crunches are one of the most common exercises out there, but doing them wrong can lead to serious neck strain and actually bypass the core muscles you are trying to target! A strong core is your lower back's best defense against daily fatigue and aches.

For today's Movement Monday, Personal Trainer Joe breaks down the proper crunch technique. By keeping your lower back anchored, unweighting your neck, and initiating the lift purely from your abdomen, you maximize core engagement while keeping your spine protected.

📌 Joe’s Key Cues:

Keep knees bent, feet flat, and lower back pressed firmly into the mat.

Peel shoulder blades up using your core—don't yank your head with your hands!

Exhale on the way up, pause at the top, and lower down slow and controlled.

Ready to build a stronger, pain-free foundation? Our personal training team at Green Ridge Recreation Center specializes in teaching proper form and building programs tailored specifically to your body's needs.

Explore Green Ridge passes, facility info, and personal training options here: https://roanokecountyparks.com/168

When your lats (upper back) and TFL (tensor fasciae latae—a key muscle along your hip/thigh) get tight from sitting or poor posture, it creates a chain reaction that pulls on your back and puts extra strain on your knee joint.

For today's Movement Monday, Personal Trainer Stephanie introduces the "Standing Banana" stretch! This simple, zero-equipment move opens up your side body, releases lat tension, and relieves pressure down your hips and knees.

📌 How to do it: 1. Step one leg behind the other (or keep feet together if balancing is tricky).
2. Reach the arm above that leg high and over your head.
3. Hold, breathe, and feel that side-body relief!

Whether you need help fixing movement imbalances or want a personalized workout routine, our expert personal training team at Green Ridge Recreation Center is here for you.

🔗 Explore Green Ridge amenities, passes, and personal training options here: https://roanokecountyparks.com/168

Kick off your weekend at Splash Valley today! Hit the slides, float down the current river, and get your summer poolside fix. 💦

🌟 SAVE THE DATE: GLOW NIGHT IS COMING! 🌟
In just ONE WEEK, Splash Valley goes dark and lights up for our annual Glow Night party!
🗓️ Saturday, August 8th
🕒 8 PM – 10 PM
🎟️ $12 Admission

Swim today, party next week! Grab the family and head on over. ☀️

🔗 Plan your visit today & check out full park info here: https://roanokecountyparks.com/187

👇 Tag your pool squad in the comments!

Whether you want to cool off in the pool, find your center in a sunlit studio, or push your limits outdoors, Green Ridge Recreation Center has a class for every vibe and fitness level.

Check out just a few of our favorites:
🧘‍♀️ Fit For Life: Grow longer and stronger in our beautiful wood-floor studios.
🌊 Hydropower: A low-impact, high-results water workout.
🚴 Cycle Class: High-energy rides in our dedicated cycle studio.
🏃‍♀️ Boot Camp: Take the work outside with our supportive community!

The best part? All of these group fitness classes are completely FREE with your Green Ridge membership.

Ready to find your new favorite workout? Grab your membership today and join the community: https://roanokecountyparks.com/168

Friday at 4:00 PM hits and dinner prep is the last thing on your mind? We’ve got you covered! 🍔💦

Skip the kitchen and bring the family out for the ultimate post-work escape with the Family Splash Pack at Splash Valley Water Park!

Here is what $49 gets your crew every Friday in July (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM):
🎟️ 3 Park Admissions to hit the slides and lazy river
🍔 1 FREE Concession Combo to handle Friday night dinner!

Open to both County and Non-County residents. Grab the family, beat the heat, and kick off your weekend poolside! ☀️

🔗 Plan your visit & view park details here: https://www.roanokecountyparks.com/179

👇 Tag someone who needs a night off from cooking this Friday!

Whether you’re dodging the heat for a fast-paced game of pickleball or looking to run the court, the Green Ridge Gymnasium has you covered. With crisp A/C and two full-size, high-school regulation basketball courts, there is space for everyone to play!

We offer dedicated open gym times tailored for all ages:
🔥 Full Court Pick Up: Fast-paced, full-court games for teens and adults.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Triple Hoops: Half-court games and reserved shooting space (perfect for families and kids 12 & under!).
🎉 Gym Rentals: Need a massive space for your next big event? We rent out the gymnasium for private team practices, birthday parties, and corporate events! Pricing starts at just $50/hour.

Step out of the heat and into the action. Check out our open play schedules and grab your membership here: https://www.roanokecountyparks.com/168