Archived Wellness and Work-Life Webinars:
Attendees of live sessions do receive wellness class credit, and recordings of recent sessions will be posted below by wellness topic: healthy living, nutrition, mental well-being, or physical activity. You may view more topic specific webinars by selecting view more at the end of each section or view our YouTube Channel for all previous webinar recordings.
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Healthy Living
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Your Health After 40 (September 20, 2023) – Preparing you for continued health after 40. Topics covered include recommended medical visits, testing, vaccinations, tailored nutrition and exercise for those 40 years and older. All ages are welcome! It is never to early to plan for continued health. Taught by certified health and life coach Dr. Abby Horton.
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Cleaning Living Lifestyle: Part 2 (September 27, 2023) – Find out more about the 5 benefits of clean living, while reaching your goals of a healthy lifestyle and protecting the planet. We will explore how to “ditch and switch” for cleaner, safer household and personal products. Taught by certified health and life coach Dr. Abby Horton.
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Diabetes: The Sweet Truth (November 29, 2023)-Designed to help those currently living with Diabetes those at risk for developing Diabetes. Topics covered include Diabetes Type 1, Type 2, prediabetes, and Gestational Diabetes. Taught by certified health and life coach Dr. Abby Horton.
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Alleviating Everyday Aches and Pains (August 2, 2023) -Introduces common causes for everyday aches and pains, along with simple solutions for promoting pain-free living. Taught by Certified Health and Life Coach Dr. Abby Horton.
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Nutrition
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Fighting Illness with Fermented Foods (November 18, 2022) – Did you know fermented foods like kombucha, sauerkraut, and yogurt can improve your health in many different ways? Join us to dive into what these foods are, how they benefit our health, illnesses that they can defeat, and some delicious ways to incorporate them into your day!
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A Balanced Basket: Smarter Shopping, Healthier Eating (September 22, 2023) – Building a balanced basket doesn’t have to be complicated! In this wellness class, you will learn several practical tips for smarter shopping, including easy, healthy meal and snack ideas that the whole family will love. Follow us step by step from creating the grocery list at home to putting a delicious, balanced meal on the table. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHCohRSs1gI[/embedyt][/ua_col][/ua_row]
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The MIND Diet: Eating for Brain Health (February 9, 2022) – Have you ever thought about eating in a way to prevent cognitive decline? Using elements of both the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet, the MIND diet has been ranked as one of the Top 5 Diets for Overall Health by US News and World Report.
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Nourishing Your Child with Flavors of Health (October 20, 2023) – Learn how to make healthy eating an enjoyable and lifelong habit for your child. Taught by Bailey Brophy who is pursuing a master’s degree in human nutrition and is on track to become a Registered Dietitian.
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Mental Well-Being
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Organize Your Life (Sept. 6, 2023) – Getting and keeping everything organized often feels like it’s an impossible task. This class will cover the fundamentals of how to “organize your life” one step at a time. Taught by certified health and life coach Dr. Abby Horton.
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[ua_col class=”col-md-6″] Overcoming Overwhelm (October 18, 2023) – Feeling Overwhelmed? Let’s take the first steps to overcoming overwhelm at home and work through developing organization, rhythms, and routines. Taught by certified health and life coach Dr. Abby Horton.
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[ua_col class=”col-md-6″] Building an Attitude of Gratitude (November 1, 2023) – Learn more about the practice of gratitude and its positive effects on our mental, emotional, and total wellbeing. Get practical tips on how you can incorporate thankfulness into your daily routine from certified health and life coach Dr. Abby Horton.
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[ua_col class=”col-md-6″] Exploring Mindfulness Practices for Relaxation (November 10, 2023) – Uncover the power of breathwork in this webinar on nervous system regulation and stress management. Learn diverse techniques for relaxation and a balanced, mindful life.
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Physical Activity
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Exercise and Special Populations (April 13, 2023) – Life presents new hurdles and sometimes we have to navigate around those hurdles with thoughtful exercise choices. Join Whitney as she provides insight into exercising safely with osteoporosis, arthritis, and other physical limitations we might encounter as we age. Taught by UREC’s Whitney Pape.
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[ua_col class=”col-md-6″]Fitness Mythbusters: Part 2 (October 28, 2022) – With all the videos, fads, and trends out there, it’s hard to tell fact from fiction when it comes to fitness. The good news is, University Recreation’s Charles Burroughs is here to bust some of those common myths and give you the truth about exercise and how to make it work for you.
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[ua_col class=”col-md-6″]Finding Wellness Outdoors in Alabama (October 3, 2023) – Discover diverse activities that will keep you moving, from hiking trails to kayaking waterways, all while staying right here in Alabama and enriching your well-being. Taught by Clif McIntosh, Assistant Director of Outdoor Recreation.
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[/ua_col][ua_col class=”col-md-6″]Fitness Programming: Move Better (March 25, 2022) – Join UREC’s Charles Burroughs to learn how to move our bodies better so that we can reduce risk of injury, increase balance and awareness and be productive in our tasks of daily living.
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View more physical activity webinars