Erlanger offerings Jan. 9-13

CHATTANOOGA — The Erlanger schedule of classes and events for the week of January 9-13 includes a variety of HealthLink Plus fitness opportunities, sleep disorders screening and weight management information. 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, January 9

Low Impact Exercise

8:45 – 9:45 a.m.

North River Civic Center

Join us for a free, low-impact exercise class led by an exercise physiologist from the Fitness Center at Siskin Hospital. No registration is necessary. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465) for information.

Bariatric Support Group

5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Erlanger 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 (423) 778-LINK (5465) for more information.

Beginning Yoga

5:45 – 6:45 p.m.

Erlanger Chattanooga Lifestyle Center

Yoga creates a keen sense of body awareness, strength and flexibility. Please bring your own mat. The cost is $64 for the eight-week session on Mondays. For more information or to register, call 778-9400.

Surgical Weight Management Seminar

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Erlanger 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 Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Center at Erlanger. It is a free seminar and registration is required. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465) to register. Visit Erlanger’s You Tube Channel at www.youtube.com/erlangerhealth and click The Weight Loss Program under Playlist to watch first-hand accounts from those who have gone through the program.

Tuesday, January 10

Adaptive Tai Ji (Tai Chi)

10:00 - 11:00 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 (423) 778-LINK (5465).

Water Aerobics Class

10:00 – 11:00 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 (423) 778-LINK (5465).

Zumba

5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Erlanger Chattanooga Lifestyle Center

Zumba is an exhilarating, effective, easy to follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance and fitness party. The cost is $48 for the eight-week session on Tuesdays. For more information or to register, call 778-9400.

Wednesday, January 11

Low Impact Exercise

8:45 – 9:45 a.m.

North River Civic Center

Join us for a free, low-impact exercise class led by an exercise physiologist from the Fitness Center at Siskin Hospital. No registration is necessary. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465) for information.

Thursday, January 12

Core Training Class

10:00 - 11:00 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. No registration is necessary. HEALTHLINK PLUS FREE MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. For more information, call Erlanger's HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465).

Water Aerobics Class

10:00 – 11:00 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 (423) 778-LINK (5465).

Sleep Disorders Screening

10:00 a.m. - Noon

Erlanger at Hutcheson (Women’s Conference Room)

Do you always feel tired, even after a good night’s sleep? You may suffer from a sleep disorder. Find out more with this free screening. Registration is required. Call (423) 778-LINK (5465) to register.

Diabetes Education Class

1:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Erlanger Chattanooga Lifestyle Center

This class will explore ways to manage diabetes. Call 778-9400 for more information on physician referral and insurance reimbursement.

Friday, January 13

Low Impact Exercise

8:45 – 9:45 a.m.

North River Civic Center

Join us for a free, low-impact exercise class led by an exercise physiologist from the Fitness Center at Siskin Hospital. No registration is necessary. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465) for information.

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