InspireHealth

Strength & Stretch
2022-12-06 09:30 - 10:30, 2022-12-13 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual
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, 2022-12-13 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, 2022-12-13 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, 2022-12-13 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.
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Chair Yoga
2022-12-07 09:30 - 10:30, 2022-12-14 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.

Gentle Yoga
2022-12-07 13:30 - 14:45, 2022-12-09 09:30 - 10:45, 2022-12-14 13:30 - 14:45
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 & Stretch
2022-12-08 09:30 - 10:30, 2022-12-15 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.

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.

Orientation Session
2022-12-08 17:00 - 17:30, 2022-12-09 11:00 - 11:30, 2022-12-12 15:00 - 15:30, 2022-12-15 17:00 - 17:30
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
2022-12-08 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.

Strength & Cardio
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
2022-12-12 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
2022-12-12 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.

Supporting Your Immune System with Nutrition
2022-12-13 11:00 - 12:00
This workshop will discuss the immune system: what it is, how it functions and how we can support it with nutrition and lifestyle approaches.
Registration is now closed.

Inspired Conversations: Creativity for Self-Care
2022-12-14 10:30 - 12:00
In this workshop we will explore how creativity can help us revise, reframe, and reimagine ourselves in difficult times. We will explore research about creativity and wellness, and at the end, guide you through a simple creative exercise. Absolutely no art experience necessary! Designed for both patients and supporters, too.
*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.

Sexual Well-Being & Cancer
2022-12-15 11:00 - 12:30
This educational session will speak to the impacts that cancer and treatment can have on sexual health and well-being. Physical impacts, including vaginal dryness and changes in erectile function, will be discussed, as well as changes in desire, communication with partners, and exploring sexual identity where you are now. This session is open to patients and their support people. This session will be 1.5 hours followed by a question period.
Registration is now closed.

A Plant-Based Holiday Menu
2022-12-15 13:00 - 14:30
Looking to add more plant-based recipes to your holiday menu this year? Join us to try some delicious and alternative vegetarian holiday recipes.

Mushroom Wellington- Jillian Harris’s and Tori Wesszer’s mushroom Wellington | Eat North
Cranberry Sauce – Refined Sugar-free Cranberry Chia Sauce, Ready in 15 Minutes (carrotsandflowers.com)
Winter Vegetable Salad – Winter Vegetable Salad with Butternut Squash, Brussels Sprouts, and Beets – Julia’s Album (juliasalbum.com)
Gingerbread energy balls – Gingerbread Energy Balls | Natalie’s Health (natalieshealth.com)

Registration is now closed.
