Getting healthy this year means eating right and also getting or staying active.

Going to the gym is a good option for many in the winter, with swimming, exercise classes and weight rooms available at the Mission Leisure Centre and the ARC and MRC in Abbotsford.

For those looking for a fun outdoor activity, the Phoenix Velo training group may be the place for you.

The CyclingBC affiliated club in Mission welcomes riders of all ages and abilities for both recreational cycling and training.

"Cycling is something for all ages and families can do it together," said Galen Kehler, president of Phoenix Velo.

"Cycling represents one of the most comprehensive ways of promoting fitness."

It can be recreational, sport, social, transportation or all of the above.

Members of Phoenix Velo participate in all disciplines of cycling, such as road racing, triathlon, GranFondo, track racing and mountain biking.

Most of their activities are centered around Mission Raceway Park, explained Kehler.

"We offer a wide range of group and individual training options, and host competitive events from March to September," he said.

So whether you're looking to establish new personal bests or just get out and have a great time with a positive and welcoming group of cyclists, come out and join them for a ride.

Details on the opening of their season will be available soon.

For more, visit http: //phoenixvelo.shawwebspace.ca/.

JKonda-Witte@abbotsfordtimes.com