The Erlanger schedule of classes and events for the week of Sept. 13-18 includes a variety of HealthLink Plus fitness opportunities, weight management and family planning classes. Call Erlanger HealthLink at 423 778-LINK (5465), Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. HealthLink Plus is a free membership program open to adults 18 and older.

Monday, Sept. 13
Low Impact Exercise
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Northgate Mall
Join us for a free, low-impact exercise class led by an exercise physiologist from Siskin Therapy Services with Erlanger. No registration is necessary. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465) for information.

Diabetes Education Class
1:30-4:30 p.m.
Chattanooga Lifestyle Center
This class, which takes place on Mondays and Thursdays, will explore ways to manage diabetes. Call 778-9400 for more information on physician referral and insurance reimbursement.

Bariatric Support Group
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Chattanooga Lifestyle Center
Bariatric Support Group meetings are for individuals scheduled to have Bariatric surgery or who have already had weight loss surgery. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465) to register.

Surgical Weight Management Seminar
6-8 p.m.
Chattanooga Lifestyle Center
Area residents 100 or more pounds overweight and /or with health problems related to obesity are invited to learn more about The Weight Loss Program at Erlanger. It is a free seminar and registration is required. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465) to register.

Tuesday, Sept. 14
Adaptive Tai Ji (Tai Chi)
10-11 a.m.
The Fitness Center at Siskin Hospital
Tai-Ji (Tai Chi) is a great form of exercise, especially for those with osteoarthritis. It can help you build leg muscles, strengthen posture, and improve balance, flexibility, and mobility. Take advantage of this free class and learn such basic skills as breathing techniques, visualization and body posture. No registration is necessary. Healthlink Plus free membership is required. For more information, call Erlanger's HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465).

Water Aerobics Class
10-11 a.m.
The Fitness Center at Siskin Hospital
Join us for a free exercise class conducted in a swimming pool to help support the joints and encourage free movement. Aquatic exercise also allows you to work out without the jarring and jolting that can be experienced during land exercising. No registration is necessary. Class is available on a first come/first serve basis. Healthlink Plus free membership is required. For more information, call Erlanger's HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465).

Wednesday, Sept. 15
Low Impact Exercise
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Northgate Mall
Join us for a free, low-impact exercise class led by an exercise physiologist from Siskin Therapy Services with Erlanger. No registration is necessary. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465) for information.

Thursday, Sept. 16
Core Training Class
10-11 a.m.
The Fitness Center at Siskin Hospital
The body's core muscles, lying deep within the torso, are the foundation for all movement. They stabilize the spine and provide a solid foundation for movement in the extremities. This free class will introduce several exercises that are the building blocks for core muscle strength and coordination. Training the muscles of the core corrects postural imbalances that can lead to injuries and help develop functional fitness - that is, fitness that is essential to both daily living and regular activities. Healthlink Plus free membership is required. For more information, call Erlanger's HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465).

Water Aerobics Class
10-11 a.m.
The Fitness Center at Siskin Hospital
Join us for a free exercise class conducted in a swimming pool to help support the joints and encourage free movement. Aquatic exercise also allows you to work out without the jarring and jolting that can be experienced during land exercising. No registration is necessary. Class is available on a first come/first serve basis. Healthlink Plus free membership is required. For more information, call Erlanger's HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465).

Diabetes Education Class
1:30-4:30 p.m.
Chattanooga Lifestyle Center
This class, which takes place on Mondays and Thursdays, will explore ways to manage diabetes. Call 778-9400 for more information on physician referral and insurance reimbursement.

Congestive Heart Failure Support Group
6-7 p.m.
Erlanger East– Classroom B (Gunbarrel Road)
For more information or to reserve a seat, please call 778-6516 or 778-6473.

Friday, Sept. 17
Low Impact Exercise
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Northgate Mall
Join us for a free, low-impact exercise class led by an exercise physiologist from Siskin Therapy Services with Erlanger. No registration is necessary. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465) for information.

Saturday, Sept. 18
Boot Camp for Dads
9 a.m. – noon
Erlanger East (Gunbarrel Road)
This session is for first time dads who want to learn more about the upcoming new addition in their family. Topics include diapering, feeding, why babies cry and how to handle it, how you can help the new mom, learn about postpartum depression and general hands-on infant care. A new “veteran” dad is invited (along with his new baby) to the class for question and answer time. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465) to register.