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Fall 2009 Series
Wednesday, September 30
Small Changes = BIG Results
Learn how to slip in little changes to your diet and activity level that elicit noticeable results.
The growing obesity epidemic in the U.S. and around the world is a clear indication that calorie balance is out of whack. The fact that most individuals who lose weight gain it back, also indicates that it is extremely difficult for people to sustain major changes to their calorie (food) intake or energy expenditure (e.g. physical activity). In an effort to prevent further weight gain, obesity researchers are reaching out to everyone – lean and overweight – through the promotion of making small changes in our diet and physical activity. Join the NU Fitness staff and discover the many ways you can prevent weight gain by cutting calories and increasing your physical activity –even by small amounts. A not-to-miss presentation for all ages!
Wednesday, October 7
Boosting Your Immunity
Learn what helps and what harms your body’s ability to defend itself.
Our bodies are under constant attack from infection-causing bacteria and viruses. A healthy immune system – well-armed with white blood cells, antibodies, proteins and other substances – can destroy or inactivate foreign invaders and might also spot or eliminate newly formed cancer cells from within your body. But a number of forces, including advancing age, can weaken those defenses, increasing your risk of infection and possibly cancer, and slowing your recover from illness. Fortunately there are steps to take to fortify your immune system; including eating and exercising wisely, reducing stress, and practicing other healthy behaviors. Join
Sherrie Ballantine, M.D., Northwestern University Health Services, and find out what you can do to toughen your body’s armor against disease.
Wednesday, October 21
American Fitness Index – How Does NU Compare?
A comparison of healthy lifestyles amongst universities across the nation.
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) American Fitness Index (AFI) has been created to help communities understand how the health of its community, residents and community assets that support healthy lifestyles, compare to other communities nationwide. The AFI data includes health indicators such as the percentage of people who exercise regularly, maintain a healthy weight, eat the recommended daily servings of fruits and vegetables, have access to health care, have health insurance and don’t smoke. Environmental factors include the availability of parks, walking/bike trails, and public transportation. Join Carrie Jaworski, M.D., Northwestern’s Head Team Physician, to learn more about the American Fitness Index and how Northwestern measures up to other universities across the nation.
Wednesday, November 11
The Pre-Diabetes Epidemic . . . A Gathering Storm
Learn how to cut your risk of being part of this national epidemic!
An estimated 10 million Americans have diabetes. A third of them don’t know it. These numbers are expected to climb as the nation gets older, fatter and more sedentary. Researchers also know that diabetes doesn’t just appear out of nowhere. According to experts, another 41 million people in the country have “pre-diabetes”, and most of them don’t know it. The good news is, people with pre-diabetes can turn back the clock – through diet, weight loss and exercise. Join Mary Bennett, RD,LDN,CDE with NorthShore University HealthSystem and find out how this devastating disease can be both delayed and prevented all together!
Wednesday, December 9
Happy Healthy Holidays
Learn terrific strategies on how to survive the season without gaining weight!
The holiday season, now upon us, is a time of celebration and abundance. Teeming with tasty temptations (not to mention tons of stress!), the holidays can present challenges to anyone trying to maintain healthy habits. Each festivity or social function can create anxiety for the calorie-conscious struggling to maintain weight as co-workers serve sugary treats at the office and hectic schedules make it difficult for clients to uphold physical activity routines. Join Northwestern University’s dietitian, Megan Campbell, M.S. R.D., LDN and learn easy strategies and terrific tips on how to maintain weight throughout the holidays in the face of such temptations!
Winter 2010 Series
Wednesday, January 13
Slim Chance in a Fat World
Beating the odds on weight control.
With more than one out of two adults overweight and one out of five adults (and one out of seven children) obese, lean Americans are sadly in the minority. In addition to the health concerns associated with obesity, there is a substantial economic burden as well. It is estimated $100+ billion will be spent annually to treat obesity-related diseases. It’s really no wonder we’re in this situation. Opportunities to eat tempt us 24/7 – we can’t go to the shopping mall, movie theater, airport, ballpark, gas station, or amusement park without running the gauntlet of at least half a dozen food kiosks and counters. Join us and learn the best strategies for weight loss and the prevention of weight regain in adults.
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Wednesday, January 20
You Must Remember This!
Learn how to keep your brain young.
You used to have no trouble remembering that word, that actor, that acquaintance, the words to that song. You didn’t have to remember where you left your keys, what you meant to pick up at the store, or why you came into a room. Just as there’s a decline in muscle mass as we age, our grey matter and brain function also drops as we get older. Join Dr. Jonathan H. Maks, MD, from North Shore Physicians Group and learn the latest research and strategies on how to keep your brain young as you get older!
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Wednesday, February 10
The Metabolic Syndrome
Learn the crucial role exercise and diet play in preventing and combating this highly prevalent syndrome.
Many have heard of “metabolic syndrome”; but few understand the condition it stands for. Metabolic syndrome represents a group of risk factors linked to overweight and obesity that increase your risk for heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Approximately 47 million (25%) adults in the U.S. have metabolic syndrome. Someone who has metabolic syndrome is twice as likely to develop heart disease and five times as likely to develop diabetes as someone without metabolic syndrome. Join us and find out the causes, symptoms and treatment of this highly prevalent condition!
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Wednesday, March 2
SUPERFOODS, FUNCTIONAL FOODS . . . are they as great as their claims?
“Functional” or “super” foods have been defined as foods that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition (IFIC – International Food Information Council). This concept of “super” food has captured the interest and imagination of many American consumers. Is it possible to eat foods for bone health, cardiovascular disease prevention and cancer prevention? Do fruits, vegetables, seafood, milk and dairy foods, whole grains, fiber, green tea . . . . really have “health” benefits? Join Northwestern University’s dietitian, Megan Campbell, M.S. R.D., LDN who will further define what qualifies a food as “functional” or “super”, review the various claims made by manufacturers, and unmask the confusion and controversy behind functional and super foods.
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Spring 2010 Series
Wednesday, April 13
From the Zone and Atkins to South Beach – making sense of popular diets.
Learn the facts, effectiveness and concerns with today’s popular diets!
With all the diets on the market today, it’s difficult to know which ones are safe, effective and right for you. Join Northwestern University’s dietitian, Megan Campbell, M.S. R.D., LDN and learn about commercial weight loss programs available, the pros and cons of the top diet programs feature in the news, as well as practical tips on eating healthfully for increased energy and a healthy body weight. You won’t want to miss this informative presentation!
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Wednesday, May 12
NO More Excuses!
Learn the top 6 barriers to exercise and 9 easy solutions!
We all have good intentions to exercise, but when push comes to shove, it seems like physical activity frequently gets bumped! It’s often much easier to just sit and snack on the couch while watching TV than it is to work up a sweat. For the sake of your health and well-being, it’s time to break down the barriers that stop you from exercising – for good! Join Sherrie Ballantine, M.D., Northwestern University Health Services to learn the most common barriers to exercise, as well as the best strategies for making exercise an easy – but essential – part of your routine. Discover how exercise can become as automatic as brushing your teeth!
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Wednesday, May 26
Make Every Exercise Minute Count
Learn how to make your routine as efficient and productive as possible!
Not enough time is the #1 reason people give for not getting the recommended half-hour a day of exercise at least five times a week. While you can cut that weekly requirement almost in half, by opting for vigorous exercise, many people find that approach too exhausting or unpleasant. Join the NU Fitness staff to learn how to make your exercise routine as efficient and productive as possible. Discover practical ways to minimize not only the time involved, but the efforts needed to reach your exercise goals!
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Alternative Medicine Update: Panel and Roundtable
Learn the latest from a variety of alternative therapy specialists!
Each year, the number of Americans visiting alternative therapy practitioners continues to increase. In response to the growing interest in alternative care, a panel of specialists (acupuncture, massage therapy, holistic nutrition) will further define the definition of complementary medicine, review examples and benefits of a variety of treatments, and offer recommendations on how to identify qualified practitioners.
A not-to-miss presentation for all ages.
Weight Loss Basics
Learn the most effective way to lose weight once and for all!
Despite years of talk about the obesity epidemic and the emergence of countless
government programs and weight loss crusades, only a select few people
manage to lose signifi cant amounts of weight and maintain the weight loss. At
any given time, approximately 40% of women and 25% of men in the U.S. are
trying to lose weight. Sadly, most of their efforts will go un-rewarded; especially
in terms of permanently keeping any weight off. Yet some individuals do
succeed in achieving their weight loss and weight maintenance goals. How do
they do it? Join Marisa Spiegel of NorthShore Healthcare Systems to learn the
skinny on losing weight and keeping it off!
Find Your Exercise Personality
When you love what you're doing, who needs motivation?
Do you struggle with your current exercise program? Have a hard time staying focused
or motivated? Frustrated with the lack of results you’re seeing? The problem might be
the activity you’re doing. Individuals should strive to fi nd an activity that they love, if
they wish to stick with it on a permanent basis. Research on exercise and personality
has identified seven personality traits that predict how likely you and a particular form of
exercise will click. Join us and discover what activity(ies) you’re most suited for!
Staying on Track during Vacation
Learn how to maintain healthy habits while on the road!
Travel has a way of foiling the best of fi tness intentions. Tight scheduling, unfamiliar surroundings,
and fatigue from jetlag, make it all too easy to lose interest in our fitness regimens.
You may find yourself thinking, “I don’t have the time or energy to concern myself
with staying fi t on the road,” or you may be wondering, “Do I really need to worry about
my fitness while traveling?” The answer is YES! Join Marla Richmond and learn many
exercises and invaluable tips on how you can easily take your (fitness) show on the road.
You won’t want to miss this enlightening and informative presentation!
Exercise in Disguise
Learn how to slip workouts into your daily routine!
You don't necessarily have to go to the gym or sweat at dawn to enjoy the health benefits from exercise. Opportunities for physical activity abound wherever you are. The time to take advantage of them is whenever you have the time. Got 10 minutes before class or a meeting? Then take a brisk walk outside or through the halls. Have an appointment upstairs? Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Join Carrie Jaworski, M.D., Northwestern's Head Team Physician, to learn how to creatively slip exercise into your daily routine. Exercise will no longer become a chore, but an extension of what you're already doing. A not-to-miss presentation for all ages!
Staying Sharp
How to prevent brain drain as you age!
Can't remember your new neighbor's name? Not sure why you came into a room or what you planned to say? Can't find your keys? Odds are, these are very normal signs of aging. Many adults lose some mental sharpness as they grow older, even if they avoid Alzheimer's disease or another pathological condition. Join Dr. Jonathan H. Maks, MD, from North Shore Physicians Group and learn why some brains stay sharp, while others get fuzzy as they age. Discover if brain games can actually improve memory and cognition, and whether it's possible to reverse normal age-related cognitive decline. You won't want to miss this informative, enlightening presentation!
The 7 BEST Ways to Take Care of Your Heart
Ask the average American to name the risk factors for heart disease and most will answer high cholesterol. Though it gets a lot of attention, it's not the only culprit. There are several factors that contribute to coronary artery disease, which can put you at risk for heart attack or stroke. Join Jon Englund, M.D., Northwestern University Health Services, and discover how some of the most deadly factors for heart disease are not only correctable, but avoidable. Discover how you can significantly lower the odds of having a heart attack or stroke some day.
Workstation Ergonomics
Terrific tips to ensure you're working well!!
A career spent in the office can take its toll on one's health. Millions of dollars in lost work time, decreased productivity, training new people and the cost of medical treatment is directly due to ergonomic causes. Ergonomics - the study of the relationship between people and their environment - can positively be used to design work environments for maximum safety, quality and efficiency. Ergonomic interventions can also be useful for improving productivity, lowering physical demands of work tasks and lowering incidence and severity of injury. Join Stephanie Kusmierski, Ergonomics and Job Analysis Program Manger at AthletiCo, and learn how to implement simple changes in your work environment that will work with the body rather than against it.
Nutrition Myths, Fads and Quackery
Learn how to NOT get taken in by phony claims.
Is it necessary to consume large quantities of protein to build muscle? Does Aspartame really cause brain tumors? If a food is "all natural" can one assume it's good for you? Are pesticides and additives in foods slowly killing us? How nutritious are energy bars and energy drinks? Is there any truth to anti-aging therapies? Such myths, fad diets and quack products come on the market with a dizzying frequency and variety. In most cases, a little common sense will help you to avoid falling prey to many such schemes.
Join Northwestern University’s dietitian, Megan Campbell, M.S. R.D., LDN to learn about the current myths, fads and quackery and how to prevent getting taken in by their associated phony claims. A not-to-miss presentation for all ages!
Sports and Nutrition:
The Winning Combination
Participation in sports places extra demands on your body - you use more energy, lose more fluids, and put more stress on your muscles, joints and bones. Proper nutrition not only plays a major role in helping you perform your best, it can also help prevent fatigue and injury. Join Carrie Jaworski, M.D., Northwestern's Head Team Physician, to learn what you should eat while in training, before competitions and during the event. Recommendations on nutrient timing and fluid replacement with the right amount and kind of fluids will also be discussed. Discover how good nutrition is the key to performance!
Meal Solutions for Busy People
Learn how to combine healthy eating with fast-paced living.
You want to eat right. You really do. And yes, you know what you should be eating. But . . . eating properly takes a lot of time and effort. Or does it? Join, , and learn how to combine healthy eating and fast-paced living into a eating plan designed for people on-the-go like you. You will also learn how to use the key elements of variety, balance, and moderation to develop healthy and practice eating habits that fit your hectic lifestyle. Discover how easy and nutritious eating on the run can be!
Mastering Holiday Stress Through Exercise
Learn how to manage the whirlwind of holiday activities surrounding
Thanksgiving, Hannukkah and Christmas.
It's hard to believe it's that time of year again - when our schedules get turned upside-down by celebrations, travel and all the other obligations and expectations of the holiday season. Shopping in crowded malls, buying endless gifts, dealing with changes in routine, entertaining and hopping from one party to the next, traveling to celebrate with family . . . can all take its toll. Join Kerri Noto, certified yoga instructor, and receive terrific tips on how to take the hassle out of the holidays. Learn how to positively respond to stress through yoga and deep breathing. Receive practical and easy breathing and meditation exercises you can use everyday. Celebrate the season with less stress this year!
Arming the Immune System through Diet
Learn how certain nutrients can help fortify immune function to fight the war against infection and disease.
The immune system is a complex system of highly skilled warriors working to rid the body of foreign offenders. Although the immune system is influenced by many factors - many of which are outside of our control - nutrition isn't one of them. Join Jon Englund, M.D., Northwestern University Health Services, to learn more about the immune system and how nutrition affects immune function. Learn what foods are considered "immune function boosters" and how you can reinforce your system by eating a variety of wholesome foods and maintaining a well-balanced diet. A not-to-miss presentation for all ages!
Exercise is Medicine
Invaluable information on the crucial role of exercise and the unfortunate cost of inactivity.
How to Put the Breaks on STRESS
Expert advice on how to handle stress at work and in the classroom!
From the Couch to the Finish Line ?
ANYONE can do a triathlon. Whether you are a novice or an experienced athlete, get the facts on how YOU can train for and compete in a triathlon. Join Marla Richmond, M.S., exercise physiologist/author, and the NU Fitness staff and learn the basic guidelines and training recommendations for training and preparing for a triathlon. Come find the triathlete within you!
Living Well with Allergies
The allergy season is upon us - frequent sneezing, runny noses, itchy eyes, wheezing - affecting more and more people every year. Allergies of all kinds can not only make a person uncomfortable, but can actually prevent some from pursuing an active lifestyle. Join Dr. Ashlin Gasiorowski, D.C. of Chiro One Wellness Centers and learn the signs, symptoms and causes for allergies, the various types of allergic diseases, tips for controlling allergens and irritants, and medical treatments available. Learn the latest on this annual nuisance!
Shape Up for Your Sport
Receive expert advice on how to get in the best shape for your sport!
No matter what your sport . . . you'll enjoy it more, be a better player, and be less like to experience an injury if you spend a little time getting into shape for it. Join the NU Personal Training staff and received expert advice on how to get into shape for golf, racquet sports, biking and baseball. Why not make the most of your skills this season and enhance your overall fitness while you're at it!
Mind-Body Fitness
Get ready for a fitness program that works more than just your body!
Did you know you can reduce stress, increase flexibility and improve your
energy level with a mind-body fitness program?
Join Darryl Aiken-Afam, C.P.T., C.C.E.S., and NU Mind/Body staff member, and discover why mind-body type exercises (like yoga and Pilates) are the buzz word on everyone's lips. Learn how movement, breath, and mental attitude can dramatically benefit individuals of all ages and levels of fitness who desire total body wellness.
You'll also learn ways to "read" your body based on Oriental Medicine Philosophy and to understand yourself on a deeper level than just your appearance. Participants will receive FREE class passes to the NU Mind/Body Program. A not-to-miss presentation for all ages!
Men's Health & Wellness: Your game plan for a healthy life.
Through the years, researchers have made great strides in men's health. Through the years, men have closed to gap with women in life expectancy. Experts believe this is because men are simply taking better care of themselves. Men are also becoming more conscientious about getting regular screening checkups. Join professional staff from Evanston Northwestern Healthcare , and the NU Fitness staff to learn how healthy lifestyle choices, self-care skills and preventative care can significantly improve the quality of a man's life. Get the latest on men's health and fitness.
"NORMAL" AGING: IS IT POSSIBLE TO STOP?
The way an individual ages is often thought to be based on lifestyle choices made throughout their life. From our body's point of view, however, "normal" aging isn't necessarily normal at all. Experts now believe that most aging is due to what we program into our cells through sedentary living, poor diets and stress. Research shows our bodies are actually designed to age slowly and remarkably well. Join Dr. Jonathan H. Maks, M.D. with North Shore Physician Group and learn how exercise and healthy lifestyle habits can significantly help slow or stop the "normal" aging process. A not-to-miss presentation for all ages!
CHANGE 1 THING
The NEW YEAR is a wonderful time to set self-improvement goals. But each year millions of Americans make diet, health and fitness resolutions that go unfulfilled. With resolutions, we often think that something magical will happen that will enable us to change our behavior. Join Carol Moss, LCSW, Life Coach, and learn what to do when the "high" of making a change--the new diet, new workout regime, the pledge to fit into last year's swimsuit--fades and the reality of life steps in. Receive tips on how to commit to changing just one thing. Discover how to make this year's resolutions last--by changing one thing at a time.
HEALTHY HEART
Some of the most deadly risk factors for heart disease are correctable. Any one of the risk factors for heart disease more than doubles your chance of developing coronary heart disease. Throughout our lives, every day we've made choices that impact our hearts. It's never too late to begin making new choices for a healthier heart. Whether it's eating low-fat foods, giving up cigarettes, exercising every day, or losing those extra pounds, you can take steps today to prevent a heart attack in the future. Join and learn how a healthy heart works, how coronary heart disease develops, and how to help reduce your risks. Make a change of heart for a healthier life.
BATTLING EXERCISE BURNOUT
Are you fed up with your current exercise routine...frustrated with the lack of results you're seeing? Do you lack motivation...dread coming to the gym and doing the same old routine? Join the NU Fitness and Personal Training staff to receive fun, practical strategies for your current routine that will get you back on track, produce the results you desire and continue to keep you motivated for months to come. Find out how to get past the excuses, stay motivated and successfully enjoy the many benefits of being physically fit!
DESKTOP DINING MADE SIMPLE
Chances are you're not the only one in your office glued to your chair during the lunchtime--so you can multi-task while you munch. It's estimated, as many as 2/3 of employees eat lunch on the job more than once a week. The practice has its perks; not only do you save time and money when you dine at your desk, but preparing your own lunch can also be the best way to stay in control of what (and how much) you eat. Join university nutritionist and certified health education specialist, Rebecca Berman R.D., M.Ed., C.H.E.S., and learn how to assemble a supply of healthy food choices to have at home or keep in your office. Discover how easy it is to throw together a delicious meal at a moment's notice. Find out how lunch can be a walk in the park even if you never leave the building.
HOW TO HAVE A STRESS-FREE HOLIDAY SEASON
Join Dr. Ashlin Gasiorowski, D.C. of Chiro One Wellness Centers and learn how to stay
happy, healthy and stress-free during the holiday season -- without gaining weight!
The same workshop is provided each day.
Location:Combe Tennis Center Balcony
HOLIDAY COOKING & ENTERTAINING
THE HEALTHY WAY
Don’t let the holidays undermine your healthy intentions!
The holiday season, now upon us, is a time of celebration and abundance. Faced with tasty
temptations (not to mention high levels of stress), the holidays can present a wide range of
challenges to those trying to maintain healthy habits. Join university dietitian and certified
health education specialist, Rebecca Berman M.Ed., R.D., CHES, and learn how to survive
the holiday eating season without throwing your healthy intentions and habits aside!
Participants will receive fresh ideas, practical strategies, easy substitutions and recipe
modifications that will allow them to enjoy and entertain with their favorite holiday foods
without packing on the pounds. Find out how holiday foods and entertaining can fit into a
healthy diet.
Women's Health and Wellness
Lifestyle advice for women of all ages!
Through the years, researchers have made great strides in women’s health. Life
expectancy for women is now close to 80 years of age. In the last decade, however,
obesity and sedentary lifestyles have resulted, with major health problems in both
women and men alike. Join Marla Richmond, M.S., exercise physiologist/author to
learn how healthy lifestyle choices, self-care skills and preventative care can
significantly improve the quality of a woman’s life. Get the latest on women’s
health and fitness.
How to Stay Healthy During the Cold and Flu Season
When the cold and flu season arrives, is it a given that you’ll catch whatever bug is making
its rounds? It doesn’t have to be that way. There are a number of ways you can say NO to
colds and flu this season. Staying healthy requires an active commitment to making healthy
choices . . . good nutrition, regular exercise, adequate sleep, regular health checks,
immunizations and managing stress are just a few. Something as simple as washing your
hands several times a day can be effective too. Join Dr. Jonathan H. Maks, MD with North
Shore Physicians Group and discover how you can maximize your physical and mental
well-being to outsmart this year’s bugs!
ROADBLOCKS TO EXERCISE
Discover the best ways to overcome the most common exercise obstacles!
Exercise is boring! . . . I’m too tired! . . . I don’t see results! . . . I’m too busy! . . . I have a
sore knee! . . . I can’t stay motivated! . . . I have small children! . . . are some of today’s
most common excuses for not exercising. What’s your favorite excuse? Join the NU
Fitness and Personal Training staff to learn how to overcome these all to familiar excuses.
By being mindful of all the great things that exercise can do for you and keeping these
reasons in mind to help motivate you to keep it up are just a few of the practical tips and
solutions participants will receive. Learn how to whittle away your most common exercise
obstacle(s).
Quite Smoking for GOOD!
Learn the strategies, encouragement and information needed to make it happen!
Approximately three million Americans quit smoking every year. Some quit cold turkey.
Others get help for their physical cravings (e.g. nicotine gum and patches) and their
psychological cravings (e.g. attending stop-smoking classes). Join to learn the reasons for
quitting, how to overcome excuses, and how to prepare to quit. Participants will receive
information on the various methods and support systems available, as well as how to manage
withdrawal and high-risk situations. If you’re serious about quitting, you won’t want to
miss this presentation!
DIABETES . . .WHAT EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW
Diabetes is a serious disease that affects one in every 20 Americans. This risk climbs
with age – among people 65 or older, nearly one out of five have the disease. It can lead
to kidney disease, amputations, blindness, high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke,
impotence and birth defects. One-third of the 16 million Americans who have it, don’t
know it. Join professional staff from Evanston Northwestern Healthcare and learn the
basics about diabetes, determine if you are at risk, and discover easy preventative measures
you can do to cut your risk. Don’t miss this opportunity to assess – and lower – your
risk of diabetes!
Depression: What it is and what to do
Henry Crown Sports Pavilion, Meeting Room
Did you know . . . 17 million American adults are affected by depression each year; many don't even know it. Depression is twice as common in women, but men and children are also at risk. Nearly 2/3 of depressed people do not seek the treatment they need. Untreated, depression is likely to persist, worsen, and can last a lifetime. Join Dr. Jonathan H. Maks, MD, from North Shore Physicians Group and learn the signs and symptoms of depression, classic causes, as well as the treatments available.
How to win the great weight race
Learn the top 10 rules for a healthy weight!
The foods we eat and the amount of exercise we get play a big role in weight management and our overall health. To reach and maintain a weight that's right for you, you need to make healthy choices, day in and day out. Join Marla Richmond, M.S. exercise physiologist/author, and receive strategies and terrific tips on how to make proper eating and daily exercise a way of life. You won't want to miss this informative, enlightening presentation!
Achieving Balance: Strategies for a Healthy Lifestyle
Learn how to create a workable, healthy balance in today's fast-paced world!
For many people, the pressures and demands of today's fast-paced world often lead to neglect in self-care and eventually to more serious health problems. Aside from health problems, stress can often leave us feeling overwhelmed with life's demands; able to find relief only by running away from it all! Join professional staff members from Perspectives, Ltd., to learn effective strategies on how to handle the endless demands and overwhelming situations, achieve a healthy balance, AND retain your sanity in the process.
Athletes with Asthma
Learn how to stay active with asthma!
Asthma affects more than 20 million persons in the United States; many of them athletes. Elite athletes have been found to have a high prevalence of asthma, and presence of exercise induced symptoms. Furthermore, over 75% of individuals who are diagnosed with asthma, report symptoms during exercise. Join Dr. Kelly Newhall, M.D., Medical Advisor and Co-Director of Asthma Cares Network, and learn more about the athlete with asthma. Participants will receive invaluable information on asthma and the recognition, treatment and prevention of symptoms to ensure optimal health and athletic performance.
Time Management: Strategies for Managing Your Life
Learn the tools and techniques needed to manage time in today's fast-paced world!
Feeling pressured? Over-committed? So busy that you feel constantly behind, with never any time for yourself? Time management is life management. There are no magic formulas or pat solutions to squeeze more hours out of the day. Yet there are general strategies that can make you feel more in control of your life, whether you are a college student, mother of four, or a corporate executive. Join professional staff from Perspectives, Ltd., and learn effective strategies that will help you get a handle on where the time goes and how to make the most of it!
Understanding Cancer
Prevention and detection basics everyone should know!
Most cancers are preventable. Just a few years ago, this fact was hard to imagine. Research is now confirming that the choices we make each day have an important impact on our cancer risk. What we eat, how we prepare it, whether or not we exercise, manage our weight, drink alcohol or smoke . . . simple decisions that make an important difference. Join professionals from Evanston Northwestern Hospital and learn the necessary changes we should all make in our daily lifestyle to help prevent cancer from developing, as well as the medical screening technology available to detect cancer early ~ when it's often very curable. Join us for this very important presentation.
Learning to live with Arthritis
Arthritis is a health problem that affects over 42 million Americans. Projections estimate that 60 million people will be diagnosed with arthritis by the year 2020. Commonly characterized by stiffness, pain and decreased joint function, arthritis can inhibit the physical, psychological, social and economic well-being of individuals; often depriving them of their freedom and independence. Join professionals from Evanston Northwestern Hospital and learn the most common kinds of arthritis, typical symptoms of each, as well as the myths and misunderstandings. Receive tips and suggestions on what is important for those with arthritis to do (e.g. exercise) to improve the health, functional capacity, well-being and quality of life.
Don't Let it Happen to YOU
Preventing Obesity in Adulthood
Health experts recommend ALL individuals should take the necessary steps to avoid becoming underweight and overweight. Maintaining a healthy weight, just like avoiding heart disease, stroke, or cancer, involves taking preventative steps. We live in fattening times. Everything in our environment conspires to make us gain weight. Food is abundant and relatively inexpensive, so we tend to eat a little more. With oversized meals, processed foods, and modern conveniences, we take in more calories each day than we use up through physical activity. A sure prescription for steady weight gain. Join Dr. Jonathan H. Maks, MD with North Shore Physicians Group and members of the NU Fitness staff, and learn the necessary steps we should all take to maintain a healthy weight. You won't want to miss this fun, enlightening, and very important presentation!
Keep Your Biking and Running Workouts Fun and Injury-free
Henry Crown Sports Pavilion, Meeting Room
Running and biking are two of the most common forms of exercise and competition ~ from the beginner to the elite athlete. Interested in becoming a runner/cyclist or improving your running/biking speed? Join physical therapists, from AthletiCo to learn the rules of running and biking. Receive terrific tips on how to train, increase flexibility, and strength as a way of injury prevention. Become familiar with common running and biking injuries and how to avoid them through proper training and injury prevention.
Osteoporosis
Henry Crown Sports Pavilion, Meeting Room
Osteoporosis is a painful, disfiguring, debilitating disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It develops slowly. So slowly that it often takes years before you or even your doctor realize that you have it. The good news is, osteoporosis is very preventable and treatable ~ if you know what it is, how it develops, what you can do to prevent it, as well as treat it. Join Michael DiMuzio, Ph.D., Executive Director, The North Shore Osteoporosis Center, and learn how to make the right choices that will help build, strengthen and protect your bones. Participants will also learn information that will help them access their risks and get them on the road to prevention. Osteoporosis is truly a "bone of contention" for everyone. Join us to learn what you can do to prevent it.
