Erlanger Offers Classes And Events For May 29, 31

Monday, May 21, 2012

The Erlanger schedule of classes and events for May 29 & 31 includes a variety of HealthLink Plus fitness opportunities, weight management and family planning classes. Call Erlanger HealthLink at 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. 

Tuesday, May 29
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).

Thursday, May 31
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).


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