Mind and Memory— Lifelong Brain Fitness
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This 5-week program engages you (and your brain) in learning and implementing healthy brain strategies that will impact your daily life and may help to prevent or delay cognitive decline. See page 31 for details.
Health Education Institute The Institute is a partnership between Munson Healthcare and Northwestern Michigan College that seeks to respond to changing needs of the community, enhancing your healthy lifestyle by providing ready-to-use skills and information. Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain
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Improve your quality of life and learn to manage long-term health concerns, including chronic pain, in this 6-week PATH program (Personal Action Toward Health). Discover strategies to deal with physical and emotional symptoms common to most chronic pain conditions like frustration, anger, depression, sense of helplessness, and loss of physical conditioning. Learn to work more effectively with health care providers and family. The PATH nationwide program has proven highly effective in self-management of pain and by connecting with the best healthcare resources. Books and DVDs are available for check-out during the series or can be purchased in class. 6 Wed., Oct. 10-Nov. 14 Code: 7571 1-3:30 p.m. University Center Rm. 204 Instructor: Linda Cronk $25
Radiant Lotus Qigong for Women
Tai Chi for Arthritis EEPA366
Known as the mother of Chinese medicine, Qigong (“chee-gong”) the root of Tai Chi, is a gentle form of self-healing that combines movement, breath, visualization, self-massage and sound to increase your energy, body balance, mind, and spirit, and heal or prevent many common illnesses. Learn and practice a 9-minute Qigong routine you can use at home to improve your balance, strengthen and tone your muscles, build your confidence, and improve your mind and spirit. Qigong benefits people of all ages and no previous experience is necessary. Option 1: 8 Wed. Code: 7572 Sept. 26-Nov. 14, 9-10 a.m. Option 2: 8 Thurs. Code: 7573 Sept. 27-Nov. 15, 6-7 p.m. Oleson Center, Rm. 112 Instructor: Joan D’Argo $89 each option
The Art of Vegetable Cooking
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Eating at least five vegetables a day might seem daunting, but spend an evening with Laura McCain, chef and nutritionist, and learn a few tricks and techniques to make it an easy and delectable thing to accomplish. Learn the art of preparing an expanded repertoire of vegetables as you discover how to braise, roast, and quick-sauté them. From a fast five-minute sautéed broccoli side dish to a beautifully roasted root vegetable medley and more, you will soon have family and guests asking for seconds and thirds. Thurs., Oct. 18, 6-9 p.m. Code: 7381 Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Laura McCain $65
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This specifically designed program maximizes the potential benefits of Sun style Tai Chi. It provides a safe and gentle form of exercise for any age and fitness level and is endorsed by the Arthritis Foundations worldwide as an effective way to manage arthritis discomfort. You will learn a variety of gentle movements and Qigong exercise that can relieve pain and improve posture, circulation, concentration, balance, and stability. Wear comfortable clothing for movement. 8 Mon., Sept. 17-Nov. 5 Code: 7574 5-6 p.m., Munson Community Health Center, Classroom F (550 Munson Ave.) Instructor: Nancy Deye $89 ($73 with LIFE Discount)
Tai Chi for Arthritis— Continuing
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Continue study of the gentle beginning 12-movement Sun style while extending your practice with effective new movements to improve posture, balance, stability, circulation, and concentration. Reap the benefits from a program that has helped thousands of people with arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions. Wear comfortable clothing. 8 Mon., Sept. 17-Nov. 5 Code: 7575 3:45-4:45 p.m. Munson Community Health Center, Classroom F (550 Munson Ave.) Instructor: Nancy Deye $89 ($73 with LIFE Discount)
Total Body Fitness with NIA
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Mix a little martial arts (tai chi, aikido, tai kwon do), dance arts, and healing arts (like yoga), turn on the music, and you have a fun, dynamic way to get an effective cardiovascular workout. See page 63 for details.
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