Health calendar: April 9-15
Get out and do yoga this week. Credit: iStock
TODAY
Sitting Chi Breath and Stretch: Learn basic chi (energy) movements that help reduce stress and promote relaxation, including stretches, breathing techniques and energy meditation. 5:30-6:30 p.m., FREE. EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care, 215 W. 125th St. Info and RSVP: 866-469-0999EmblemHealth Live Healthy -- Zumba: This Latin-inspired, total-body workout combines aerobics and popular dance moves. 6-7 p.m., FREE. Holy Trinity Church, 20 Cumming St. Info and RSVP: 866-444-3674TOMORROW
EmblemHealth Live Healthy -- Acutherapy: Learn acutheraphy techniques to use pressure points and breathing to improve circulation, alleviate stress and pain and increase relaxation and stamina. 5:30-7:30 p.m., FREE. Houston Street Center, 273 Bowery. Info and RSVP: 866-653-1904EmblemHealth Live Healthy -- Zumba: This Latin-inspired, total-body workout combines aerobics and popular dance moves. 7-8 p.m., FREE. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 157 Saint Paul's Pl. in Flatbush. Info and RSVP: 866-205-7806FRIDAY
Health and Wellness Expo: Featuring health screenings, fitness seminars, product sampling, shopping and more. Hosted by More Magazine/Fitness Magazine. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., FREE. Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W. 18th St. Also April 12 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.EmblemHealth Live Healthy -- Community Yoga: Learn sequences of yoga movements and poses to improve balance and flexibility. All levels of yoga practice welcome, ages 15 years and older. 7-8 p.m.., FREE. Holy Trinity Church, 20 Cumming St. Info and RSVP: 866-444-3674SATURDAY
Link Fitness Workout: Circuit training led by instructor Kimora Link. 10-10:45 a.m., FREE. Riverbank State Park outdoor track area, enter at 138th Street and Riverside Drive. Info and RSVP: 914-602-6990Afrofusion Fitness Class: Holistic journey through dance movement, music and exercise. 3:30-4:30 p.m., FREE. EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care, 215 W. 125th St. Info and RSVP: 866-469-0999SUNDAY
More Magazine/Fitness Magazine Women's Half Marathon: The largest women's-only half-marathon in the country will race through Central Park. Live music, samples, sweepstakes and mini-massages will also be at the Sponsor Pavilion. 8 a.m.-noon, $90. Sponsor Pavilion at the Naumberg Bandshell of the 72nd Street Transverse. Info and registration: morefitnesshalf.comMONDAY
Introduction to Yoga: Both beginners and experienced yogis alike can practice meditation, breathing practices and basic yoga poses. 5:45-6:45 p.m., FREE. EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care, 215 W. 125th St. Info and RSVP: 866-469-0999Walk Away the Pounds: Walk-in-place DVD workout that's safe for all ages and fitness levels. 11 a.m.-noon, FREE. EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care, 215 W. 125th St. Info and RSVP: 866-469-0999TUESDAY
Arthritis Lecture: Learn about natural solutions for debilitating pain. 1-2 p.m., FREE. McBurney YMCA, 125 W. 14th St. Info and RSVP: 212-344-0740Meditation Made Easy: Learn how to meditate in a few simple steps to help experience a sense of calmness and ease. 1-2 p.m., FREE. EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care, 215 W. 125th St. Info and RSVP: 866-469-
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Sarra Sounds Off Ep. 35: EI baseball, girls lacrosse and plays of the week On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," we look at East Islip baseball's inspirational comeback story, Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week and Tess Ferguson breaks down the top defensive players in girls lacrosse.
Sarra Sounds Off Ep. 35: EI baseball, girls lacrosse and plays of the week On the latest episode of "Sarra Sounds Off," we look at East Islip baseball's inspirational comeback story, Jared Valluzzi has the plays of the week and Tess Ferguson breaks down the top defensive players in girls lacrosse.
