Published: October 20, 2009 01:33 pm      

Erlanger offers fitness opportunities

Events for the Week October 26-30



Chattanooga, Tenn. – This week, the Erlanger schedule of classes and events includes a variety of HealthLink Plus fitness opportunities. Events are free and registration is required unless otherwise noted. 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, October 26

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



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 (423) 778-LINK (5465) to register.



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.



Tuesday, October 27

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).



Wednesday, October 28

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



Thursday, October 29

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).



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.



Friday October 30

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