A new workout park in Zelionople will hold a grand opening on Saturday. The park is named for fallen police officer Kristine Bartman.

ZELIENOPLE — A new workout park aims to increase physical fitness and honor a fallen police officer.

The Officer Kristine Bartman Memorial Workout Park, near Connoquenessing Valley Elementary School, will have its grand opening May 6. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“We're having athletes come in from all over the country,” said borough resident and park organizer Matt White.

White, a certified personal trainer, said he came up with the idea for a workout park after seeing the popularity of similar sites in Europe.

The park will have multiple pull-up bars, dip bars, and open space for push-ups, sit-ups, squats and cardiovascular exercises.

White previously called the park a “playground for adults,” which aims to increase flexibility and durability with exercise sessions. However, children can also use the workout park.

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