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Health and Wellness Newsletter
February 8, 2023 |
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| “Wellness – The WHOLE Matter” |
 Hi friends!
Join us today at 1:30pm EST for a special Wellness Wednesday discussion group:
Wellness – The WHOLE Matter
Rachel Telfort, FNP-BC will lead a comprehensive session on wellness and delve into the many facets of optimizing health. From physical activity to mental health, nutrition to rest and relaxation, Rachel will equip you with the knowledge and tools to create a plan that works for you in order to achieve your goals for wellbeing.
See you online!
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– Nicole Alcime, Manager of Virtual Program Experiences |
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SPC Group of the Week:
Mindful Engagement
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 Looking to begin or continue your mindfulness journey and meet fellow enthusiasts along the way?
Join our Mindful Engagement Group on Senior Planet Community (SPC) to ask questions and share your journey!
Haven’t signed up for SPC yet? Click here to join!
| Visit “Mindful Engagement” on SPC! |
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Meet the 2023 Senior Planet Sponsored Athlete: Della Adams
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“I hope that I will get to engage with other older adults who are wanting to become healthier, and that my fitness journey can have a positive impact to help motivate them to start their own.” -Della Adams
From battling three serious health conditions to participating in Olympic-style sports, Della Adams' health transformation is sure to inspire anyone looking to make a major lifestyle adjustment!
Click or tap the red button below to read more about Della's story. |
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Subscribe to Senior Planet on YouTube!
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Can't make it to our live fitness class sessions during the day? Check out a selection of recorded videos at youtube.com/@seniorplanet!
Click the button below to view an array of health and wellness videos that you can watch at any time, led by your favorite Senior Planet trainers.
From meditation sessions with Cas, to strength classes with Sally, there's something for everyone!
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| Online Fitness Classes This Week |
These live, virtual class sessions take place on the Zoom platform. Learn how to use Zoom here!
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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Morning Stretch
Wednesday, February 8 | 10:00am to 10:30am EST
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Start your day with a short morning stretch!
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Fit Fusion Workout
Wednesday, February 8 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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Get your heart pumping during this fun, high-energy workout!
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Wellness Wednesday – Lunch & Learn
Wednesday, February 8 | 1:30pm to 2:30pm
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Come discuss different topics related to health and wellness.
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Easy-to-Follow Tai Chi
Wednesday, February 8 | 2:00pm to 2:45pm EST
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Move, breathe and flow during this gentle, slow, flowing form of exercise
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Balance Matters
Wednesday, February 8 | 4:00pm to 5:00pm EST
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Light movement and discussion designed to improve balance
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Thursday, February 9, 2023
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Balance/Strength
Thursday, February 9 | 9:00am to 10:00am EST
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Activate the joints and muscles to become limber and increase balance during this exercise class.
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Morning Stretch
Thursday, February 9 | 10:00am to 10:30am EST
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Start your day with a short morning stretch!
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Chair Yoga
Thursday, February 9 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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Follow various cues to develop body alignment and breath awareness
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Strength and Stability
Thursday, February 9 | 1:00pm to 2:00pm EST
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Maintain your independence by staying strong and stable!
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Mindful Meditation & Breathing
Thursday, February 9 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EST
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Learn about the benefits of mindful meditation and breathing, and spend time deepening your meditation practice.
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Afternoon Stretch
Thursday, February 9 | 4:00pm to 4:30pm EST
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Join us to decrease muscle stiffness, improve your circulation and calm your mind
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Functional Strength Training
Thursday, February 9 | 5:00pm to 5:45pm EST
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Use bodyweight, bands, and dumbbells to build your strength
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Friday, February 10, 2023
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Morning Stretch
Friday, February 10 | 10:00am to 10:30am EST
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Start your day with a short morning stretch!
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Tai Chi
Friday, February 10 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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Relax your mind and strengthen your body with this gentle exercise class
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Barre
Friday, February 10 | 2:30pm to 3:30pm EST
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Build strength during this full-body workout
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Monday, February 13, 2023
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Morning Stretch
Monday, February 13 | 10:00am to 10:30am EST
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Start your day with a short morning stretch!
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Fit Fusion Workout
Monday, February 13 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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Get your heart pumping during this fun, high-energy workout!
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Easy-to-Follow Tai Chi
Monday, February 13 | 2:00pm to 2:45pm EST
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Move, breathe and flow during this gentle, slow, flowing form of exercise
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Feldenkrais – Gentle Movements for Life
Monday, February 13 | 3:30pm to 4:30pm EST
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Learn movements that will help you rediscover your innate capacity for efficient movement
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Tuesday, February 14, 2023
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Stronger Bones
Tuesday, February 14 | 9:00am to 10:00am EST
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Activate the joints and muscles and increase mental focus during this exercise class.
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Morning Stretch
Tuesday, February 14 | 10:00am to 10:30am EST
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Start your day with a short morning stretch!
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Chair Yoga
Tuesday, February 14 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
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Follow various cues to develop body alignment and breath awareness
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Strength and Stability
Tuesday, February 14 | 1:00pm to 2:00pm EST
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Maintain your independence by staying strong and stable!
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Holistic Wellness Discussion Group
Tuesday, February 14 | 2:00pm to 3:00pm EST
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Share your experience with holistic wellness
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Barre
Tuesday, February 14 | 2:30pm to 3:30pm EST
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Build strength during this full-body workout
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Afternoon Stretch
Tuesday, February 14 | 4:00pm to 4:30pm EST
View event
Join us to decrease muscle stiffness, improve your circulation and calm your mind
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Functional Strength Training
Tuesday, February 14 | 5:00pm to 5:45pm EST
View event
Use bodyweight, bands, and dumbbells to build your strength
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