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Yoga in the Dark on the Marietta Square has become a very popular exercise during which residents can have fun while learning a healthy new discipline.
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Tumlin said people
have come forward in the past with ideas but he wanted something on a large scale that would be ongoing. “We live in a health-conscious society,” Tumlin said. “We didn’t want a flash but something that would last.” The initial launch will include 16 months of activities, including a “Lunch and Learn” quarterly series with expert talks on nutrition and sleep disorders, as well as a bi-monthly yoga classes on the historic Marietta Square. Tumlin said he was impressed with WellStar’s strategy to change the habits of Marietta citizens by incorporating the ambiance of the Square, especially the farmers market, “where people are already thinking healthy.” A strategy to improve the quality of life for people in the community began as discussions with his personal friend and WellStar CEO Reynold Jennings. This venture is designed specifically for Marietta, and Tumlin added that he was overwhelmed with WellStar’s quick momentum. Tumlin said the original idea was never meant to be exclusive, but that WellStar is a natural fit as Marietta’s biggest employer. A symbol uniting WellStar’s logo with the city of Marietta’s logo will alert the public about Live Well Marietta activities. Beginning in early 2014, “Phase 2” involves working with local restaurants to offer healthier menu items indicated by the “Live Well Marietta” symbol.