RRH Fitness & Wellness Center

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Fresh Cilantro Lime Cowboy Caviar

This version is bright, crunchy, and packed with fresh herbs. It works as a dip, a topping for grilled chicken or fish, or even as a salad.

Ingredients

* 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
* 1 (15 oz) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
* 1½ cups sweet corn (fresh, grilled, or frozen and thawed)
* 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
* 1 red bell pepper, diced
* ½ red onion, finely diced
* 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
* 1 ripe avocado, diced (add just before serving)
* 1 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
* Juice of 2 fresh limes
* Zest of 1 lime

Dressing

* ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
* 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
* Juice of the 2 limes
* 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
* 1 teaspoon cumin
* ½ teaspoon chili powder
* ½ teaspoon garlic powder
* ½ teaspoon sea salt
* ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Whisk together all dressing ingredients.
2. In a large bowl, combine the beans, peas, corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so the flavors mingle.
5. Fold in the diced avocado just before serving.
6. Taste and add an extra squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of cilantro for a fresh finish.

Serving Ideas

* With tortilla chips
* Spooned over grilled salmon or shrimp
* On top of tacos
* Stuffed into lettuce wraps
* Alongside grilled chicken
* Mixed with quinoa for a heartier meal

Nutrition (about ½ cup serving, without chips)

* Calories: ~170
* Protein: 6 g
* Carbohydrates: 19 g
* Fiber: 6 g
* Fat: 8 g

For your nutrition goals, you can make it even higher in protein by stirring in:

* Grilled chicken breast
* Shrimp
* Air-fried tofu
* Edamame

The fresh cilantro and double hit of lime give this version a crisp, summery flavor that gets even better after a few hours in the refrigerator.

🚧 Great news! We’re excited to share that the potholes in our parking lot are being repaired today! Thank you for your patience as we make improvements to create a safer, smoother experience for everyone visiting the Fitness & Wellness Center. We appreciate your understanding!

🌟 Community Spotlight: Meet Bri G-A! 🌟

This week we’re excited to recognize Bri, whose fitness journey started with a little encouragement from a friend and has grown into something much bigger. What began as a way to stay active has become a personal commitment to becoming stronger, healthier, and pushing beyond perceived limits.

Bri loves the welcoming staff, the wide variety of equipment, and the convenient hours that make it easier to stay consistent. When not at the Wellness Center, Bri enjoys cheesecake, listens to everything from rock and R&B to pop and folk, and is a proud honorary “cat aunt,” helping care for friends’ feline companions. The Smith Machine is a favorite, and after discovering us through orientation, Bri has made fitness an important part of everyday life.

Thank you, Bri, for being part of our RRH Fitness & Wellness Center family. Your dedication reminds us that every fitness journey begins with a single step and grows through perseverance. We’re so glad you’re here! 💙💪

Our Fitness challenge is kicking off with hard numbers. Get your name on the board . If you take either Sarah V's Body Shred, Sue's Zumba, or Sarah K's classes, those squats, pushups, and sit-ups count! Try our assisted pull up machine, or use the bands to help you with your pull-up form. It's a great time to get shredded!

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☀️ Enjoying an outdoor workout, walk, or weekend adventure?

Protect your skin by using SPF 30 or higher, staying hydrated, and limiting prolonged sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Learn how to recognize the difference between a sunburn and more serious sun poisoning.

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🎓 Rochester Regional Health College of Health Careers students receive FREE access to the Fitness & Wellness Center at Riedman Campus!

Stop in and take advantage of this student benefit. 💪

Please send good vibes to Swati as she is not feeling good today.

This week’s Community Spotlight features Ranait!

Ranait loves the many options available at RRH Fitness & Wellness Center, along with the welcoming sense of community, safety, and cleanliness that make it a great place to work out. A fan of solo strength training, the leg press is a favorite machine, although yoga is next on the list to try. Steak Alfredo tops the list of favorite foods, and when it comes to music, just about every genre makes the playlist. Although Ranait doesn’t have pets, being a pet sitter provides plenty of time with furry companions. The advice Ranait shares with others is simple but meaningful: “Sacrifice some time to do the things you love, even when you’re busy. Invest in yourself!” Thank you, Ranait, for being a valued member of the RRH Fitness & Wellness Center family and for inspiring others to prioritize their health and well-being.