InspireHealth

Inspired Conversations: Cultivating Gratitude
2022-11-30 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual
Join us for this meaningful workshop where we will explore, practice and discuss the power of cultivating a grateful heart. A growing body of research indicates there are very real benefits to cultivating this attitude for those with chronic health conditions. In this meaningful workshop we will explore gratitude through creative and mindful practices. You will leave the workshop with practices that can be used to benefit your physical, mental and emotional health.
*Please have on hand paper and pens, pencil crayons and felt pens may be helpful but not necessary.
**Designed for those diagnosed with cancer and supporters too.
We recommend you participate in this class in a private/quiet room and/or use headphones, when possible, to keep the conversation for your ears only.
Registration is now closed.

Gentle Yoga
2022-11-30 13:30 - 14:45
Explore the connection between breath and movement while taking time to relax and gently stretch the body. Move through seated, standing, and balance postures, and finish with a restorative relaxation. Modifiable for all levels.
Registration is now closed.

Strength & Stretch
2022-12-01 09:30 - 10:30, 2022-12-08 09:30 - 10:30
Build strength, endurance, and flexibility. This class includes a combination of resistance, balance, and aerobic movements to provide a full body workout. Modifiable for all levels.
Please have a chair, wall, and weights or alternatives (e.g. water bottles, soup cans) close by.
Registration is now closed.

Cooking Class: Cooking With Anti-inflammatory Foods
2022-12-01 13:00 - 14:30
We hear lots of chatter these days around “anti-inflammatory foods”, but what does this actually look like when we are cooking? Join us in exploring how to create simple and delicious meals that are full of anti-inflammatory foods.

Cozy Turmeric Oatmeal – Cozy Turmeric Oatmeal (Anti-Inflammatory Recipe) | Alena Menko
Turmeric Ginger Smoothie – Turmeric Ginger Smoothie with Greens – Desiree Nielsen (desireerd.com)
Mediterranean Hummus Toast – Mediterranean Hummus Toast – Desiree Nielsen (desireerd.com)

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Orientation Session
2022-12-01 17:00 - 17:30, 2022-12-02 11:00 - 11:30, 2022-12-05 15:00 - 15:30, 2022-12-08 17:00 - 17:30, 2022-12-09 11:00 - 11:30, 2022-12-12 15:00 - 15:30
Join us to learn more about our programs and services and how you can access them. This session is open to people with a diagnosis of cancer and their support people.
Registration is now closed.

Guided Meditation
2022-12-01 19:00 - 19:45, 2022-12-08 19:00 - 19:45
Soothe the heart, body, mind, and spirit with this guided meditation class that incorporates various mindfulness techniques, such as intention setting, body scans, breath work, and thought watching practices combined with the sweetness of silence.
Registration is now closed.

Gentle Yoga
2022-12-02 09:30 - 10:45, 2022-12-07 13:30 - 14:45, 2022-12-09 09:30 - 10:45
Explore the connection between breath and movement while taking the time to relax and gently stretch the body. Move through seated, standing, and balance postures, and finish with a restorative relaxation time. Modifiable for all levels.
Registration is now closed.

Strength & Cardio
2022-12-05 09:30 - 10:30, 2022-12-12 09:30 - 10:30
Elevate the heart rate and get your body moving! This class focuses on aerobic movements while incorporating strength exercises to provide a full body conditioning workout. Modifiable for all levels.
* Please have a chair, wall, and weights or alternatives (e.g. water bottles, soup cans) close by.
Registration is now closed.

Monday Morning Mindfulness Meditation
2022-12-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-12-12 11:00 - 12:00
Increase connection through breath and mindfulness. This guided meditation class begins with intention setting, followed by a body scan, breathwork, and thought observation practice.
Registration is now closed.

Restorative Yoga
2022-12-05 13:30 - 14:30, 2022-12-12 13:30 - 14:30
Progress the body and mind to a place of relaxation, rest, and gentle opening. This class moves through a series of seated and lying down yoga postures to provide participants with a renewed sense of vitality and wellness. Modifiable for all levels.
* Please have a pillow, blanket, chair, and two bath towels nearby
Registration is now closed.

Strength & Stretch
2022-12-06 09:30 - 10:30
Build strength, endurance, and flexibility. This class includes a combination of resistance, balance, and aerobic movements to provide a full body workout. Modifiable for all levels.
* Please have a chair, wall, and weights or alternatives (e.g. water bottles, soup cans) close by.
Registration is now closed.

Balancing Blood Sugars
2022-12-06 11:00 - 12:00
In this workshop we will explore what blood sugar is and how different kinds of foods affect our blood sugar levels. We will explore how to find balance with our macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins and fats) and how to put this information into practice.
Registration is now closed.

Beginner’s Strength & Stretch
2022-12-06 13:30 - 14:30
Adapted for beginner’s, this class serves as an introduction to strength training by leading participants through a series of low impact, full body exercises while participants are encouraged to work at their own pace. Modifiable for all levels.
* Please have a chair, wall, and weights or alternatives (e.g. water bottles, soup cans) close by.
* Please only register for one of Tuesday’s Strength & Stretch classes (i.e. ‘all levels’ at 9:30 am or ‘beginners’ at 1:30 pm.) If you are unsure which to choose, please request an appointment with an Exercise Therapist at InspireHealth.
Registration is now closed.

Gratitude Meditation
2022-12-06 17:00 - 17:30
Designed to promote wellness through gratitude, this class provides participants an opportunity to breathe together and take a moment of pause to be thankful. Gratitude habits can be difficult to form alone, so join us in community to end your day with an attitude of gratitude.
Registration is now closed.

Qigong for Sleep & Relaxation
2022-12-06 19:00 - 20:00
Prepare the body for rest and sleep through gentle movement and relaxation. This class uses Qigong, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, to promote wellness at all levels of mind, body, and spirit. Modifiable for all levels.
Registration is now closed.

Chair Yoga
2022-12-07 09:30 - 10:30
Aimed at optimizing accessibility, this class aims to accommodate all participants by removing the physical challenges of getting up and down from the floor. The gentle, yet deep practice provides a series of modifiable poses focused on improving strength, flexibility and balance while using breath awareness to calm body and mind. Modifiable for all levels.
Registration is now closed.

Inspired Conversations: Introduction to Mindfulness
2022-12-07 10:30 - 12:00
This workshop will introduce you to the concept and benefits of mindfulness, including stress reduction, self-awareness, the ability to relax at will, deep relaxed sleep and enjoyment of life/satisfaction. This workshop is a great opportunity to practice and learn what mindfulness is all about. You will be guided through some practices of meditation including ones that can be brought into your everyday life.
*Please have on hand paper and pens, pencil crayons and felt pens may be helpful but not necessary.
**Designed for those diagnosed with cancer and supporters too.
***We recommend you participate in this class in a private/quiet room and/or use headphones, when possible, to keep the conversation for your ears only.
Registration is now closed.

Plant-Filled Treats & Drinks
2022-12-08 13:00 - 14:30
Join this class to explore colourful plant-filled treats with minimal added sweeteners but ripe with bold, warming, and bright flavours from simple whole foods and spices.

Vegan chocolate peppermint tart – https://evergreenkitchen.ca/chocolate-peppermint-tart/#recipe
Black Rice pudding with Cardamom Oranges – https://evergreenkitchen.ca/black-rice-pudding/#recipe
Warming Apple Cider Tonic with Turmeric – https://desireerd.com/warming-apple-cider-tonic/
Ginger Pink Lemonade – https://www.cookforyourlife.org/recipes/ginger-pink-lemonade/

Registration is now closed.
