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Fitness Workshops/Events Spring 2009

*Register at the Campus Recreation Office.

(FC-SRC Fitness Center; AR-SRC Aerobics Room; CR-SRC Classroom 114)

 

Keeping Your New Year's Resolution for Life

Wednesday, January 14; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

Frustrated with your New Year’s Resolutions?  Want to make changes for a lifetime?  This workshop will to help you make realistic goals so you can see successful results forever!

 

Body Composition Screening

Thursday, January 15; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

Come dressed in shorts and T-shirt to have your free body fat analysis completed.

 

Tai Chi

Tuesday’s Jan. 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 24, March 3, 24, 31, April 7, 21, 28; 6 - 7 p.m. (CR)

Enjoy the health benefits, deal with tension and stress, revitalize “chi”, and learn to achieve physical and spiritual well-being through the Chinese art of Tai Chi.

*Registration Jan. 7 – 16. $120.00 Students/ $150.00 Faculty/Staff  NON-REFUNDABLE.

 

On The Ball

Wednesday, January 21; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

Learn fun ways to incorporate stability ball exercises into your workout routine. This is a great way to work on balance and make common exercises a little more challenging!

Bite the Bug Before it Bites YOU!

Thursday, January 22; 7 p.m. (CR)

Colds, the flu, and sore throats are hard to escape. This workshop focuses on basic nutrition and wellness practices to combat a cold, fight the flu, or simply boost ones immune system.

 

Belly Dancing

Monday, Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, Mar. 2; 5:45 p.m. (AR)

Learn the basics of one of the oldest ancient dances! This class will provide a mild to moderate workout. Basic movements are taught and grouped into combinations to make it easier to recreate this workout at home.

*Registration is Jan. 7 – Jan. 22. $30.00 NON-REFUNDABLE.

 

Understanding a Balanced Workout

Monday, January 26; 6:30 p.m. (CR)

Most people are missing critical components of a successful total body workout routine.  Learn how to understand, improve, or begin your exercise program for maximum overall benefits.

 

Shag Dance Class

Monday’s Jan. 26, & Feb. 2, 9, 16; 8:45 - 10 p.m. (AR)

Shag dancing began from swing on the beaches of the Carolinas.  Learn how to take swing dancing one step further and dance shag to the legendary beach music of our area.

*Registration is Jan. 7 – Jan. 22. $15.00 individual / $25.00 couple NON-REFUNDABLE

Sept. 4 and 25, 5:30—7:00 p.m (CR)

 

Fitness and Strength Training: Real vs. Myth

Wednesday, January 28; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

What you know, didn’t know, or thought you knew.  Find out how to incorporate new strategies into your exercise program and lean the truth about strength training.

 

Eastern Modalities I- Acupressure and Massage

Thursday, January 29; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

A primer on oriental medicine in general and Traditional Chinese Medicine in particular.  You will learn to use acupressure points and tui na massage for stress relief and to relive pain.

 

Chiropractic Care

Wednesday, February 4; 7 p.m. (CR)

Learn about this now widely accepted form of spinal adjustment as a method of healing and treatment for a variety of health problems. The workshop will cover history, benefits, and demonstrate the assessment and adjustment procedure.

 

Washboard Abs: Real vs. Myth

Thursday, February 5; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

Learn exercises to help target the abdominal muscles and get you working on that six-pack.

 

Sexual Awareness Week

Monday, February 9; 6:30 p.m. (CR)

Learn about some of the most common STD’s in the U.S and how to prevent them. Bring your questions and we’ve got answers.

 

Exercise Your Way to Mental Health

Wednesday, February 11; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

Stressed about classes, work, or life? Learn how exercise can reduce anxiety, depression, and improve your sense of well-being and immune system.

 

Working Out at Home

Thursday, February 12; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

Intimidated by the gym? Can’t make it there everyday?  Find out ways to include stretching, cardio, and resistance training in at-home workouts.

 

Super Market Savvy

Wednesday, February 18; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

This workshop is designed to help you select healthy foods, and learn tips on how to avoid common pitfalls in grocery shopping.

 

Muscle Dysmorphia

Thursday, February 19; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

Learn about muscle dysmorphia, a condition where men/women feel like they can never achieve the perfect body.  Cause, symptoms, and treatment options will be discussed.

 

Real Bodies Come in All Shape and Sizes

Monday, February 23; 6:30 p.m. (CR)

Always comparing yourself to others and unrealistic media body images?  This workshop will help you feel better about your body and raise awareness of the unrealistic body image that the media portrays.  Learn skills to increase body satisfaction and how to critically think through all the mixed media messages.  This is an eye opener to reality!!!

 

Healthy Budget Cooking I

I    Wednesday, February 25; 5:30 Madeline Suite

II   Wednesday, March 18; 5:30 Madeline Suite

Learn how to handle the fundamentals techniques and experience the joys of cooking.

 

Eastern Modalities II- Dietary Therapy

Thursday, February 26; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

This class will guide you through the concepts of how oriental medical philosophy views the digestive system, the Chinese food pyramid, best foods to eat and the most appropriate time to eat them, eating for the seasons and how to use food as medicine.

 

Supplements and Energy Drinks

Thursday, March 19; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

What’s the real buzz about supplements and energy drinks?  Do they give you energy? Should you take them before or after you work out?  Are they safe for you? Want answers to these questions and more, then come to this workshop!

 

Nutrition Jeopary

Monday, March 23; 6:30 p.m. (CR)

Test your knowledge of basic nutrition principles?  Join us for a fun, interactive program to help you make healthy choices in today’s challenging environment.

 

Headaches

Wednesday March 25; 7 p.m. (CR)

Find out where most headaches come from and how to get rid of them without use of medication.

 

Eastern Modalities III- Chinese Medicine for Peak Performance

Thursday, March 26; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

A primer on oriental methods and techniques used to enhance the performance of athletes and Olympians for years.  Learn the philosophy behind performance and how it leads to long life.

 

Sweet Dreams are Made of These

Wednesday April 1; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

Tips to tackle your roommate’s snoring, the homework on your desk or your neighbors stereo and finally get a good night’s sleep.

 

Stressbusters

Wednesday, April 15; 5:30 p.m. (CR)

Stress can be negative or positive. This interactive workshop will discuss the impact of stress on health, how to recognize the signs, and how to manage it.

 

Massage

Wednesday, April 22; 7 p.m. (CR)

Learn about various massage techniques and their “healing powers” in this massage workshop. Topics may include back massage, partner massage, chair massage, and more!


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