Aug. 22, 2005, Findlay, OH – Jim Steffen, America’s fun fitness coach, will speak on Thursday, Sept. 1, at 9 p.m. in The University of Findlay’s Alumni Memorial Union Multipurpose Room.

Steffen is the author of several motivational books on how to exercise, eat right and lose weight through fun and effective exercises. He will present on how to lose the ‘freshmen 15,’ eat and lose weight in a college setting and stay motivated and enthusiastic through goal setting.

“Often times staff members overhear students talking about weight gain that occurs after they begin their college career,” said Sharinda Welton-Peeler, director of UF’s student activities and commuter student services. “The staff thought that it would be helpful to bring in Jim during Welcome Week to address this issue, providing education and suggestions that could assist students in preventing the weight gain if so desired. The staff has seen him present before and knows first hand that his program is entertaining, full of high energy and valuable facts and information.”

For more information on the free, public event, contact the Office of Student Activities, at 419-434-4606.