Wellness Events
Move More Challenge
August 1-28
Join WFHTN as we try to reach weekly cardio, strength training and stretching goals! Register for this all-agency challenge by July 27.
Prizes are up for grabs!
How to Manage Your Finances
Tuesday, Aug. 16
from 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. CT
Participants will learn the importance of setting up and maintaining a budget. This webinar will also explore information about establishing credit and the value of maintaining a good credit rating. While some saving choices may be reviewed, this class does not address long-term financial planning. Participants will:
· Redesign spending habits
· Evaluate their current financial situation
· Write an action plan to manage finances
· Identify the components of financial planning
· Explore ways to manage money more effectively
How to Keep Up the Momentum
Tuesday, Aug. 30
from 12-12:30 p.m.
With the transition from summer to fall, routines change and it’s easy to fall off the exercise wagon. In this session, we’ll discover ways to tap into our inner motivation to get us back on track. Participants will:
· Determine the characteristics of motivation
· Create a personal values list
· Explore strengths to stay focused on meeting your goals
You can try our free virtual workouts without any commitment. Just pop in, see if it interests you and stay if you want to give it a try! You don't need a webcam or anything special, and you can adjust the workout to your fitness level.
Please sign this digital waiver prior to live workouts.
Every Monday: Yoga for All with Sophia
Monday, Aug. 15, 22 and 29
from 12-12:15 p.m. CT
Join us for this 15-minute live, virtual, seated yoga class each week that’s suitable for beginners and relaxing for all fitness levels.
This class is brought to you by volunteer certified yoga teacher and state employee Sophia DeMarse in partnership with Working for a Healthier Tennessee.
Attire: Anything you can move in
Equipment Needed: Chair or mat
Every Wednesday: Department of Human Services 10-minute Fitness Break
Wednesday, Aug. 17, 24 and 31
from 11-11:10 a.m. CT
This class is brought to you by the Department of Human Services.
Attire: Anything you can move in
Equipment Needed: Varies
Every Wednesday: Yoga for All
Wednesday, Aug. 17, 24 and 31
from 12-12:15 p.m. CT
Join us for a 15-minute live, virtual, seated yoga class each week that’s suitable for beginners and relaxing for all fitness levels.
This class is brought to you by volunteer certified yoga teachers and state employees in partnership with Working for a Healthier Tennessee. Each class will be led by a different yoga instructor: Denise Galben, Kristina Giard-Bradford, Lara Gill or Sophia DeMarse.
Attire: Anything you can move in
Equipment Needed: Chair
Every Thursday: Department of Children’s Services Fitness Break
Thursday, Aug. 18 and 25
from 11-11:15 a.m. CT
Give your body a break with the Department of Children’s Services Wellness Council every Thursday on Microsoft Teams! You can expect a livestream workout video handpicked by DCS Wellness Council members.
Attire: Anything you can move in
Equipment Needed: Varies (None to light/medium hand weights.)
Every Friday: Yoga: Core & More
Friday, Aug. 19 and 26
from 12:15-12:45 p.m. CT
Join us for this weekly 30-minute live, virtual yoga class that has extra emphasis on your core! It’s suitable for all fitness levels. The only equipment recommended is a mat.
This class is brought to you by volunteer certified yoga teachers and state employees in partnership with Working for a Healthier Tennessee. Each class will be led by a different instructor: Denise Galben or Lara Gill.
Attire: Anything you can move in
Equipment Needed: Mat
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