September 19, 2016
If a chronic condition (blood pressure, anxiety, blood sugar, pain, arthritis, heart disease, depression, or any number of other health issues) has been a concern for you or someone you care for, you may be interested in learning more about the Living Well with Chronic Conditions (LWCC) program. What does ‘chronic condition’ mean? Who has a chronic condition? Do […]
Tags: Blog, lifestyle, living well with chronic conditions, LWCC, program
July 20, 2016
Healthy Aging Exploration Series – Enhance Functional Fitness
By The DAHLC
Topic: Enhance Functional Fitness Presenter: Jason Soyring, DAHLC Health and Wellness Coach When: Thursday, July 28th 10:30-11:30am in DAHLC SL-200 No sign up required, just drop in and learn about strength training and healthy back care. Mayo Clinic employees, retirees, volunteers, students, spouses and Charter House residents are welcome to attend.
Tags: exploration series, fitness, healthy back, program
June 9, 2016
We have information-overload today. Instant access to information is at our fingertips, whether it is valid or not. If we have a question, we google it immediately. Fortunately for my sanity during my first pregnancy I did not have a smart phone. It was still hard to sort through the noise to figure out what […]
Tags: Blog, Inspiration, mom, mom-to-be, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Program, prenatal, prenatal training, program, registration, Registrations, Specialty
June 6, 2016
Healthy Aging Exploration Series: Challenge Your Brain
By The DAHLC
Healthy Aging Exploration Series Topic: Challenge Your Brain Presenter: Angela Lunde, Charter House Cognitive Health and Wellness Director When: Monday, June 13th 7:30-8:30pm in Charter House Edwards Hall No sign up required, just drop in and learn about ways to challenge your brain in healthy ways. Mayo Clinic employees, retirees, volunteers, students, spouses and Charter […]
Tags: brain, challenge your brain, Drop-in, exploration series, health, healthy aging, program, Registrations
May 30, 2016
By nicoleblock
Get ready for the Heritage Classic 5K Run/Walk with a workshop hosted by DAHLC Health & Wellness Coaches Chad Fritsche & Desiree Ahrens! Learn about 5k Training Guides, Strength & Flexibility, and Motivation! Registration opens Tuesday, May 30! Sign- up for this FREE opportunity at the DAHLC Front Desk—50 spots available!
Tags: get fit, Heritage Classic, offerings, participate, program, Registrations
January 13, 2016
By The DAHLC
Let’s be honest, not one of us is getting younger (even if you’re using those “miracle” eye creams)…we are all aging with each passing day. This, however, doesn’t have to be a discouraging thought. Rather, aging can be a wonderful process as we learn and grow wiser, happier and healthier, both physically and mentally. Here at the DAHLC, we […]
Tags: AOA, Blog, fitness, healthy aging, program, Registrations
December 14, 2015
12 Strategies for Healthy Aging
By The DAHLC
In collaboration with Charter House, the DAHLC is excited to offer a spinoff program of the 12 Habits of Highly Healthy People for 2016: 12 Strategies of Healthy Aging! To receive monthly electronic newsletters targeted for healthy aging, please send us an email at RSTWellnessChallenge@mayo.edu indicating your interest for this program.
Tags: 12 habits, program, Registrations
November 24, 2015
Stepping On: Building Confidence, Reducing Falls
By The DAHLC
Stepping On is a program that builds confidence and empowers older adults to carry out health behavior that reduce the risks of falls. In a small group setting, participants will learn about improving strength and balance, home hazards and modifications, safe footwear, vision and falls, community safety, and medicine review. Fee: $20 per participant for the 7 week program Registration required […]
Tags: AOA, balance, program, Registrations
July 21, 2015
New Running Route Added! 3.0 flat course
I love to see so many members joining the new DAHLC Run Club facebook page! Chad recognized a need within the DAHLC community for a place for runners to meet and ask questions. We invite all levels of runners to join the private DAHLC Run Club facebook page. Not on facebook? Join us in person for […]
Tags: Blog, Cardio, DAHLC run club, discover, get fit, Inspiration, Move, Movement Training, program, Registrations, routes, run route
April 23, 2015
That means you, DAHLC members. Yes – all of you who faithfully attend anything I lead! From small group training, cable class, and Active Book Club to Why Weight, Living Well with Chronic Conditions, and Wellness Coaching appointments.
Tags: active book club, Blog, education, get fit, Group Fitness, living well with chronic conditions, Members, Move, program, thank you, Training, wellness coaching