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This January, Kingsport Public Library is helping people start their new year with a renewed sense of well-being as they offer weekly mindfulness classes. These classes are intended to teach helpful strategies for coping with the stresses of everyday life. Topics discussed will range from meditation exercises to physical wellness tips.
On January 3rd, class will focus on the benefits of mindful journaling, and how to get started processing emotions via writing.
On January 10th, class will demonstrate the basics of chair yoga: a great, at-work exercise for those who feel body stiffness and can’t quite seem to work the kinks out.
The class on January 24th is entitled “New Year, New Me!” and will discuss healthy nutritious eating habits.
On January 31st, the MedFit team from Great Body Company will join the class to demonstrate myofascial release therapy. Myofascial release therapy is an exercise that works specifically with connective tissues to relieve tightness that causes restrictions.
“After the last several years, learning about tools and strategies to help us control and reduce stress feels like a great way to start this new year!” says Kingsport Public Library Manager Chris Markley.
Mindfulness Mondays will take place each week from 5:30- 6:30 p.m in the library auditorium.
There is no cost for entry, and all necessary materials will be provided. Masks are recommended for this indoor event.
For more information, please visit www.kingsportlibrary.org or call (423) 229-9488.
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The Kingsport Aquatic Center has partnered with the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA to host Parkinson’s Aquatic Classes this January.
This program is being offered as a continuation of the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA’s Parkinson’s group exercise classes. The class is $6 and personal aides and caregivers are welcome at no charge to assist participants during the class.
“We are excited to have the opportunity to partner with the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA to offer a great program to the Parkinson’s community in 2022,” said Madison Gump, KAC’s Operations Supervisor of Programming. “We will be hosting the Parkinson’s Aquatic water aerobics class in January on Tuesdays from 11 – 11:30 a.m. As the year continues we hope to continue partnering with the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA to expand programs and services to the Parkinson’s community.”
According to the American Parkinson’s Disease Association, “1 million people are living with Parkinson’s disease and a new diagnosis is given every nine minutes. Once you are diagnosed with PD, your focus should be on improving your symptoms and maintaining an active and positive lifestyle.”
It is also reported that aquatic exercise improves motor impairments in people with PD significantly more than no intervention. It has slightly to moderately greater benefits than land-based exercise on balance capacity, fear of falling, and health-related quality of life.
To register see the Kingsport Aquatic Center front desk staff.
To see other fun events, programs and classes coming up, visit swimkingsport.com.
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