FitRec is happy to offer free\u00a0workshops designed to educate participants on current fitness trends and information about overall health and wellness. The workshops include both classroom time and hands-on learning. Workshops are held multiple times throughout each semester. You’ll find the workshop information, date and time and fees below.<\/p>\n
[callout_box title=”Triathlon 101″]<\/p>\n
Date:<\/strong>\u00a0 Tuesday, September 19\u00a0Time:\u00a0<\/strong>12\u00a0– 1\u00a0pm<\/p>\n Location<\/strong>:\u00a0<\/strong>FitRec, Room 221<\/p>\n Presenter:\u00a0<\/b>Kate Durant and Cliff Merritt<\/p>\n Do you like to run bike or swim? Looking for a (new) activity for lifelong activity? Nervous, Questions- Don\u2019t know where to start? Come learn what you need to know to run and finish your first triathlon!<\/p>\n RSVP here<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/callout_box]<\/span><\/p>\n [callout_box title=”Active Commuting”]<\/p>\n Two sessions:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Date:<\/strong>\u00a0 Tuesday, September 26\u00a0Time:\u00a0<\/strong>12\u00a0– 1\u00a0pm<\/p>\n Location<\/strong>:\u00a0<\/strong>Med Campus, 72 East Concord St, Room R115<\/p>\n Date:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Wednesday<\/span>, October 25\u00a0Time:\u00a0<\/strong>12\u00a0– 1\u00a0pm<\/p>\n Location<\/strong>:\u00a0<\/strong>FitRec, Room 221<\/p>\n Presenter:\u00a0<\/b>Carl Larson<\/p>\n Getting a workout on your way to work might be easier than you think. Plus, it\u2019s fun, good for the environment, and can even save you money! Learn tips for integrating physical activity, particularly walking and biking, into your everyday commute. Good news for folks who commute from far away: there are options for you too!<\/p>\n RSVP here<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/callout_box]<\/span><\/p>\n [callout_box title=”Release your neck and shoulders”]<\/p>\n Date:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Thursday, October 19\u00a0Time:\u00a0<\/strong>12\u00a0– 1\u00a0pm<\/p>\n Location<\/strong>:\u00a0<\/strong>Fitrec, Room 122<\/p>\n Presenter:\u00a0<\/b>Rachel Prabhakar<\/p>\n Come explore methods for releasing excess tension in your neck and shoulders. We’ll draw from the Alexander Technique as well as self-massage methods.<\/p>\n RSVP here<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/callout_box]<\/span><\/p>\n [callout_box title=”Essential steps to really achieving your nutrition goals”]<\/p>\n Date:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Wednesday, November 8<\/span>\u00a0Time:\u00a0<\/strong>12\u00a0– 1\u00a0pm<\/p>\n Location<\/strong>:\u00a0<\/strong>Fitrec, Room\u00a0221<\/p>\n Presenter:\u00a0<\/b>Rachel Reynolds<\/p>\n Have you ever thought to yourself, \u201cI know what to do, I just have to do it,\u201d yet months (and maybe even years) go by without lasting changes? In fact, most people KNOW the principles of healthy eating and are genuinely MOTIVATED to eat healthier. So why is it so hard to DO? The answer is in our habits and the power of these habits are rarely considered in behavior change interventions. This workshop offers an introduction to the science of habit formation, tools to build awareness of habits that undermine your goals, and the essential steps to actually achieving your nutrition goals.<\/p>\n RSVP here<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/callout_box]<\/span><\/p>\n [callout_box title=”Mindfulness and Mindsets”]<\/p>\n Date:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Tuesday, November 14<\/span>\u00a0Time:\u00a0<\/strong>12\u00a0– 1\u00a0pm<\/p>\n Location<\/strong>: <\/strong>Med Campus, 72 East Concord St, Room R115<\/p>\n Presenter:\u00a0<\/b>Karen Brouhard<\/p>\n Research has shown that altering our mindsets can positively affect our health, performance and wellbeing. This workshop will introduce the science of mindsets and the pioneering work of Harvard psychology professor, Ellen Langer, in using mindfulness to alter mindsets.<\/p>\n