Health & Wellness
To register please call 914-606-6830 and press option 1
Fall 2021 & Spring 2022
MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION
Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation
Have you wanted to try meditation but did not think it was for you? During this one-session class, we will explore several types of meditation that you can incorporate in your daily life.
CE-PRSDV 2105VA, 1 Tues., 10:00 am-12:00 noon, $26. E Wind.
Sec. A: Nov. 16. #83537
Sec. B: Nov. 23. #83538
Effortless Meditation for a New Perspective
Learn the mechanics of meditation. If you are a beginner, come see what meditation can do for you. If you are experienced, it will expand your perspectives and refresh your practices. Discover a set of meditation techniques and how to make them a comfortable part of your daily routine. You will find your days increasingly infused with bright new joy and an unshakeable peace.
CE-PRSDV 2178VA, 5 Tues., Oct. 26-Nov. 23, 2:00-3:15 pm, $75. A Rosenberg. #83615
Spring 2022
Stretch and Strengthen at Home or Office
Discover various stretches and resistance training exercises to use at home or in the office to help you maintain flexibility, increase muscle tone, and strengthen your entire core (more than just your abs). Learn to set reasonable fitness goals specific to you and how to use basic equipment such as exercise bands, dumb bells, and an exercise mat OR no equipment at all! Discover how to use everyday items and/or just your body weight to achieve those goals.
CE-FITNS 2103, 1 Tues., Mar. 22, 12:00 noon-2:00 pm, KNC-5, $25. C Gravenese. #18708
Reduce Stress & Lose Belly Fat, Too!
When your stress and cortisol levels are high, not only does your body increase belly fat but it resists weight loss. The good news: you have choices. Learn to navigate through your options and identify what choices are best for you and your lifestyle to reduce your stress and live a happier, healthier life.
CE-HLTH 2076, 1 Sat., Jan. 22, 12:00-2:00 pm, $25 (+ textbook). J Ricks. #18546
Bite Size Thoughts: Conquer Your Relationship with Food
An entirely new approach to weight loss and weight maintenance, offering information, stories and exercises designed to understand the deeper relationship each of us has with food. Once you uncover the long-established habits that are at work, you will learn how to conquer your relationship with food.
CE-NUTR 2020, 6 Wed., Jan. 19-Feb. 23, $135. J Lillis.
Sec. A: 1:30-3:30 pm, KNC-5. #18893
Sec. B: 7:00-9:00 pm. #18894
The Sugar Blues & Gluten Woes!
Do you have food addictions? Are there times when you can have sugar? Which foods should you eliminate to stabilize moods and increase energy & focus? What are gluten’s hidden sources? We are surrounded by foods filled with sugar or made with gluten; and we are hearing a lot of confusing or conflicting info about both. Discuss metabolism building to increase your overall energy, how to balance your digestive system using the right probiotics, and which enzymes to use with specific foods. Learn easy recipe substitutions to help reduce the sugar and fat in your favorite recipes, as well as a simplistic new exercise tool and core strengthening exercises to reduce your weight in less than 1 hour per week.
CE-HLTH 2075, 1 Sat., Jan. 29, 12:00 noon-4:00 pm, $52 (+ textbook). J Ricks. #18545
Boost Your Memory Power
Everyone can benefit from a better memory. Come learn and practice simple and fun memory techniques including acrostics, acronyms, association, storytelling, repetition, rhyming, and chunking, along with some basic improvisation games. All designed to improve one’s memory!
CE-PRSDV 2183, 4 Tues., Mar. 8-29, 2:00-4:00 pm, KNC-4, $99. A Wainer. #18721
Exercise Prescription for Back Pain
Discuss the role exercise plays in the prevention, management, and treatment of chronic back conditions, including degenerative disc disease, osteoarthritis, stenosis, sciatica and scoliosis.
CE-FITNS 2097VA, 1 Sun., May 1, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, KNC-4, $26. A Bonny. #18544
The Art of Self-Care
When we take care of our physical, mental, and emotional needs, we build a practice of self-care by cultivating what already exists within us. The many responsibilities of life often become the focus, while our well-being falls lower on the priority list. Learn what self-care is and the inter-related dimensions of the whole-person approach to well-being. Take action by connecting your values and purpose with well-being goals.
CE-PRSDV 2195VA, 2 Sat., Feb. 5 & 12, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, $50. S Lantero. #18549
Nutrition Myths
Will eating after 8:00 pm cause you to gain weight? Will exercising on an empty stomach help you burn more fat? Is agave better for you than sugar? Are all additives used in food bad for you? Will probiotics make you healthier? Find out the answers to these nutrition questions and many more when we review the science behind commonly believed nutrition habits and information.
CE-NUTR 2016, 1 Tues., Mar. 15, 9:00-11:00 am, KNC-3, $26. C Gravenese. #18707
Facial Yoga
Forget the facelift! This natural method engages muscle activity to improve your looks regardless of your age and gender. Discover easy exercises, done while sitting, to tone muscles in the jaw, mouth, eyes, and forehead; reduce wrinkles and sagging skin; and allow more oxygen and nutrients to reach skin cells, giving the appearance of a fuller and more youthful look. Bring a small standing mirror, metal teaspoon, unsharpened pencil, face moisturizer and bottle of water.
CE-FITNS 2056, 1 Sat., Jan. 22, 12:30-3:30 pm, $52. H Cuevas. #83526
Think Positive
Having trouble feeling positive or optimistic in these most challenging times? You are not alone. Research indicates that having a positive attitude and thinking optimistically can have a significant impact on our physical, mental and emotional health. Learn strategies and techniques that will enable you to increase your ability to achieve your goals, improve communication and relationships, and generally enhance the quality of your life.
CE-PRSDV 2192, 4 Wed., Mar. 9-30, 2:00-3:30 pm, KNC-3, $78. A Wainer. #18723