PAOLI – Southern Indiana Community Health Care (SICHC) will launch “Stronger Every Day,” a free, 12-week community exercise and wellness program designed to help residents achieve their healthy-living goals in 2026 in mid-January, with registration open immediately. Running formally from January 17 through April 11, the program welcomes participants of all ability levels and provides the motivation, community, and resources needed to build lasting, meaningful change.
“This isn’t about New Year’s resolutions that fade by February,” said program organizer Shannon Cangey at SICHC. “The free Stronger Every Day program creates a supportive environment where real people—our neighbors—can pursue their best selves together.”
Cangey further noted: “Whether your goal is building strength, improving endurance, or to build personal health and wellness by simply moving more consistently, this program is for you.”
By offering opportunities to safely try new activities, “We’ve removed every barrier to participation,” Cangey said. “There’s no cost, no membership requirement, and no judgment. Just community, encouragement, and the opportunity to become your best you in 2026.” Also, the first 200 participants can receive a free Stronger Every Day duffle bag filled with exercise-related items.
The comprehensive program includes:
- Four monthly in-person check-in events to track progress and celebrate milestones
- Free exercise classes and demonstrations led by local fitness professionals
- “Try It With Us!” days at local gyms, walking groups, and fitness classes—a judgment-free opportunity to explore new activities
- Personalized goal-setting support to define what success looks like for each participant
- A vibrant online community and private Facebook group for ongoing encouragement and accountability
- A concluding 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Celebration on April 11, featuring awards and a raffle drawing
- The more participants engage with the program, the more raffle tickets they earn
The program’s first check-in event kicks off Saturday, January 17, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Orange County Community Building in Paoli. Attendees will:
- Establish their personal healthy-living goal for the program
- Receive a free Stronger Every Day duffle bag filled with exercise aids (available to the first 200 participants)
- Connect with local exercise and wellness organizations and businesses
- Learn practical, at-home exercise techniques through live demonstrations
- Sign up for upcoming “Try It With Us!” activities to explore new fitness options with confidence
Additional check-in dates include February 7 and March 7, both from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Orange County Community Building.
The program is open to all residents 18 and older living in Orange County and surrounding communities. Registration is simple and free; click on the link at: https://sichc.org/stronger-every-day/
Participants are also invited to join the private “Stronger Every Day” Facebook Group for daily motivation, member spotlights, and ongoing support throughout the program.
If you have questions, email Stronger@sichc.org or call (812) 723-3944.
