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2022 Virtual Booster Schedule & Descriptions

SEPTEMBER
Day Date Time Topic Description Instructor
Thursday September 1st 4-5pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Ali Chambers, MA
Monday September 5th 6-7pm Loving the Body You Are In Learn ways to see your body in a more positive light.  This work shop will focus on finding ways to strengthen your body image and help you embrace the body you are in! Carmel Agdeppa, DACM L.Ac
Monday September 12th 6-7pm Plant-Based Eating Series: Part 3-Fats Learn how to handle fats on a plant-based diet to avoid weight gain and maximize maintenance or weight loss. Nicholas Shields, MS RD
Tuesday September 13th 1-2pm SELF-Care This class will discuss the importance of self-care, stress resilience and mindfulness practices. Lizzy Kemp, MS
Wednesday September 14th 12-1pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Shannon Nolte, MA
Thursday September 15th 4-5pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Ali Chambers, MA
Monday September 19th 5-6pm Label Reading Refresh What do all those numbers on the side of the box mean? Come get a refresher on how to read nutrition labels and what to look for to meet your health goals. Carissa Fish, MS
Monday September 26th 12-1pm Effects of Exercise on Blood Sugars and Insulin Sensitivity Whether you are struggling with rising blood sugar levels or you just want to avoid developing diabetes, learn how exercise can lower blood sugars and increases insulin sensitivity. Melanie Perkins, MS will explain the mechanics of how exercise and movement effects blood sugars and the types of exercise that will increase insulin sensitivity. Melanie Perkins, MS
Tuesday September 27th 6:30-7:30pm Evening Relaxation Come to connect and unwind!  A blend of different relaxation techniques including: yoga, breath work, visualization, massage, meditation and more! Colleen Peterson, BS
Wednesday September 28th 12-1pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Shannon Nolte, MA
Wednesday September 28th 2:30-3:30pm Building Your Healthy Lifestyle Action Plan This workshop will offer guidance to put your healthy lifestyle goals into action!  It will also include tips to help you stay motivated in your health journey. Jesus Jacobo, MS
OCTOBER
Day Date Time Topic Description Instructor
Monday October 3rd 6-7pm Finding Balance A physical body out of balance becomes vulnerable to weakness and disease. Learn about holistic medicine strategies and information on how to create greater health resiliency. Carmel Agdeppa, DACM L.Ac
Thursday October 6th 4-5pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Ali Chambers, MA
Monday October 10th 6-7pm Plant-Based Eating Series: Part 4 -Protein Learn how to get enough protein on a plant-based diet Nicholas Shields, MS RD
Tuesday October 11th 1-2pm Dining Out Strategies Restaurant eating can be delicious AND healthy.  Learn tips for selecting restaurants, reading menus and creating a strategy for making healthy choices that fit your calorie budget. Lizzy Kemp, MS
Wednesday October 12th 12-1pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Shannon Nolte, MA
Monday October 17th 5-6pm Self-Care Happy Hour Come drench yourself in self-care!  We will stretch, breathe, practice mindfulness and journal.  This will be an hour of self-care that you deserve! Carissa Fish, MS
Thursday October 20th 4-5pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Ali Chambers, MA
Wednesday October 26th 12-1pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Shannon Nolte, MA
Wednesday October 26th 2:30-3:30pm Tools for Managing Stress Learn different tools and practices to help lessen the effects of stress on your life. Jesus Jacobo MS
Monday October 31st 12-1pm Simple Satisfying Snacks with Melanie: Holiday Edition Healthy snacks preparation demo. Melanie Perkins, MS
NOVEMBER
Day Date Time Topic Description Instructor
Thursday November 3rd 4-5pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Ali Chambers, MA
Monday November 7th 6-7pm Balanced Health with Holistic Medicine Learn to assess imbalances in you lifestyle and improve your well being. Carmel Agdeppa a licensed acupuncturist, will discuss incorporating holistic medicine such as acupuncture to aim for disease prevention and achieving optimal health. Carmel Agdeppa, DACM L.Ac
Tuesday November 8th 1-2pm Intervals and Cardiovascular Fitness Learn about the various types of cardiovascular exercise and why we need it in our lives. Lizzy Kemp, MS
Wednesday November 9th 12-1pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Shannon Nolte, MA
Thursday November 17th 4-5pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Ali Chambers, MA
Monday November 21st 5-6pm Gratitude Gratitude teaches us how to appreciate both the rainbow and the storm. The benefits of practicing gratitude are nearly endless. People who regularly practice gratitude by taking time to notice and reflect upon things they are thankful for experience more positivity, feel more alive, and have stronger immune systems. Learn simple strategies from Carissa Fish MS that will help you begin the art of practicing gratitude. Carissa Fish, MS
Tuesday November 22nd 6:30-7:30pm Evening Relaxation Come to connect and unwind!  A blend of different relaxation techniques including: yoga, breath work, visualization, massage, meditation and more! Colleen Peterson, BS
Wednesday November 23rd 12-1pm Booster Support Group Gain support from and with your peers. Shannon Nolte, MA
Monday November 28th 12-1pm  Fats: The Good, The Not So Bad, and The Ugly The foods we eat contain different types of fats and these fats affect your body in different ways. Learn which ones you need more of, which ones you need less of and which ones to avoid completely. Melanie Perkins, MS
Wednesday November 30th 2:30-3:30pm Strength Training and Aging Loosing muscular strength as we age is not just a muscle issue but a nerve issue as well. Jesus teaches you why strength training is MORE important for mature individuals before leading you through a safe basic exercise split to get you started. *This class has a movement component so please wear comfortable athletic clothes and have at least 1 set of 5lbs weights. Mats and cushions are optional but HELPFUL. Jesus Jacobo, MS
DECEMBER
Day Date Time Topic Description Instructor