Virtual Wellness Fair

January 30 - February 2, 2024

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

About Your Wellness Fair!

Welcome to the ARUP Virtual Wellness Fair!  Below is important information and dates you need to know.

Starting on January 11, 2024,You will have the opportunity to register for a variety of live presentations given by some of the best wellness professionals in their fields. We also have a great selection of pre-recorded wellness classes you can watch at your own convenience. From fitness to cooking demonstrations, we have something for everyone.

January 30 to February 2, 2024: During this week, you can attend all the ongoing live presentations you signed up for! After each live presentation there will be a Q&A session where you can ask questions and interact with the presenter. Don’t worry if you miss a class, each presentation will be recorded and will be available to watch through February 29, 2024.

PRIZES! It wouldn’t be a fair without PRIZES! We will be giving away prizes during each of the live presentations so make sure to attend as many presentations as possible for more chances to win!

GRAND PRIZE is a $50.00 Amazon Gift Card. To enter, all you have to do is fill out the short survey emailed to you after each live presentation. Good Luck! 

 

Calendar of events

  • Below is the calendar where you can sign-up to attend the live presentations and workshops.
  • Once you register, you will receive a link to log into the presentation on the day of event. Make sure to save this to your calendar.   
  • Good news! All sessions will be recorded and will be available until Feb 29th, so you can watch them at any time.
  • All participants will be able to ask questions and interact using the Zoom Q&A or Chat feature. 
  • Prizes will be given away during each session so make sure to attend as many presentations as possible for more chances to win.

Tuesday, January 30

10:00 AM PT / 1:00 PM ET

Watch Recording Here

Brysen French                       
Fitness Coach                     
Duration: 45 Minutes

                                                                                                                 
Yoga with a HITT Workout                         

Challenge yourself in this heart pumping yoga class. 45 minutes of strength, flexibility, balance and focus. 5 rounds, 5 postures each round, 30-60 second holds for each posture. 60 seconds Shavasana between rounds. Put your mind and muscle to the test. See you there. 

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Brysen French is an online personal trainer for work-from-home professionals, stay at home parents, retired folks, and seniors. He is a NASM certified personal trainer, 200 hour registered yoga teacher, D-1 wrestler, and International Jiu Jitsu Competitor. In 2020, Brysen took his business, Fitness&Mind LLC. online and saw the powerful impact he had on his clients, from the comfort of their home. 

Brysen offers private personal training, group fitness classes, yoga classes, and corporate fitness. He has a niche for understanding what is holding a client back both physically and mentally, and will help them find effective pathways to overcome even life-long hurdles. 

Connect with Brysen on Instagram@BrysenFrench       

                                                                                                           REGISTER HERE

1:00 PM PT / 4:00 PM ET

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Chef Steven Hazell              
Duration: 30 Minutes                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Healthy Cooking Demo : Butternut Squash Enchilada Skillet                                                                                                                     In this class Chef Steven will be showing you how to make one of his favorite Vegetarian / Vegan dishes. The Butternut Squash Enchilada Skillet is full of flavor and deliciously comforting. Plus it is high in fiber, protein, low in fat, gluten free, and comes together in just 30 minutes. Show up with your curiosity and your questions!” Below is the recipe and cooking instructions. Feel free to print them out and cook along or just watch and cook later. 

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Chef Hazell graduated with honors from the California Culinary Academy in SF, attend the The Culinary Institute of America in Napa, taught at the Paso Robles Culinary & Wine Academy, was the Executive Chef at Justin Vineyards and Hawks View Vineyards. His restaurant Mosaics was awarded best California Central Coast restaurant by Gourmet Magazine. For over 30 years he has been passionate about global flavors and the marriage of unexpected ingredients. His plates are flavorful and creative, drawing upon seasonal, healthy and regional ingredients.

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Wednesday, January 31

9:00 AM PT / 12:00 PM ET

Watch Recording Here

Krystal Conniry                         
Yoga Instructor                             
Duration: 45 Minutes                                                                                                                                                                                                    
Breath work for reduced stress and reenergize the mind

Join yoga teacher and sound therapist Krystal Conniry for an accessible and empowering 45-minute Breathwork class designed to guide you through traditional yogic breathing techniques that foster a deep sense of calm and relaxation. In this rejuvenating session, we will explore time-honored pranayama practices aimed at harmonizing the mind, body, and spirit. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, this class welcomes all levels of experience. Leave feeling refreshed, centered, and equipped with valuable tools to incorporate conscious breathing into your daily life, promoting sustained well-being and resilience.

Krystal is a fun-loving, down-to-earth yoga teacher and sound therapist who believes in a future that is kindness-rich, inclusive, and more just. Her classes are approachable and designed to guide students into a deeper connection with their bodies and a more present state of awareness. She considers yoga an amazing path towards acquiring optimum wellness of mind, body, and spirit. Her desire is to see people live more happy and peaceful lives that are in alignment with their purpose. It is always her intention to create an uplifting and safe environment, in which students can gain knowledge, create stronger and more balanced bodies, and develop peace-building tools that they can take off their mats and into their daily lives. 

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12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ET

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Dr. Daivati Bharadvaj
Naturopathic Physician
Duration: 30 Minutes

5 Tips for Boosting Your Immunity

Interested in long-term resolution for your illness? Are you curious, proactive, and dedicated to improving your health – body, mind, and spirit? Dr. Daivati is not your typical doctor! In this presentation, she will outline 5 easy yet necessary steps you can take to improve self-care and help boost your immunity.

Daivati Bharadvaj, ND earned her doctorate degree from the National College of Natural Medicine in 2003. She is the author of Natural Treatments for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, an excellent resource for health care providers. www.sunsethealing.com

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Thursday, February 1

10:00 AM PT / 1:00 PM ET

See Slide Presentation Here
Watch Recording Here

Jamie Dimond
Functional & Holistic Nutritionist
Duration: 30 Minutes


                                                                    Eating for a Healthy Heart

Uncover the power of food in ‘Eating for a Healthy Heart.’ Learn why and how your diet directly impacts cardiovascular health. Discover natural strategies to support blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. Explore easy food swaps and additions, and understand why caring for your heart is essential. Join us for practical insights that can transform your well-being.

Jamie Dimond is a functional nutritionist based in Portland, OR. She offers virtual guidance on cultivating sustainable, lifelong healthy habits. With a compassionate ethos, she empowers individuals to liberate themselves from the constraints of toxic diet culture. Jamie’s expertise lies in the realms of mineral balancing (HTMA) and effective blood sugar control, enriching her clients’ journeys toward optimal well-being.

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1:00 PM PT / 4:00 PM ET

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Watch Recording Here

Haeli Harris
Director of Clinical Operations, Nivati
Website: www.nivati.com
Duration: 30 Minutes                                                                         

Anxiety & Stress Response

Where does anxiety come from? Learn about the areas of your brain that trigger symptoms of anxiety in your body and anxious thoughts in your mind and explore ways to silence false alarms. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of their stressors and responses to stress to develop more effective coping skills.

Haeli Harris is a licensed mental health therapist, yoga instructor, health and wellness coach, and mindfulness practitioner dedicated to helping others through holistic health and healing. She takes a client-based, solution-focused approach helping the client to find their own solutions that are within them and building on their own strengths. Haeli has specialized training in combining yoga and mental health including using a trauma-informed lens when working with her clients. 

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Friday, February 2

9:00 AM PT / 12:00 PM ET

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Dr. Lonna Denny D.C.
Chiropractor
Duration: 30 Minutes

                                                                                                                             Radical Self Preservation, Better Ergonomics for a New You

What is the cost to you of having poor ergonomics at your work station? How exactly should your chair, work surface, and computer fit for the most comfort and least amount of strain? How long should I be sitting or standing for? Get these questions answered and much more. You will learn how to set your work station to fit you for optimal comfort.

Dr. Lonna Denny D.C. is a licensed chiropractor, Certified Office Ergonomic Evaluator, and Certified Therapeutic Laser Practitioner. She has owned the San Francisco Spine Pain Relief Center for over 22 years and has treated thousands of patients. Her passion in life is to help people be pain free so they can live their best lives. “Knowledge is power, and it’s my job to educate people on the health issues that affect the quality of their lives so they are empowered to make informed choices.”

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12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ET

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Kazuyo L.E. Shimokwabe
Oasis In The City                      Duration: 45 Minutes                                                                                             

                                                           Integrative Laughter Yoga Wellness Method

What is Laughter Yoga, you ask?  Simply put, we laugh for no reason as a unique form of exercise combining yogic breathing (pranayama-prana mean Life Force Energy) and celebrate “child-like” playfulness in us (remember we were all once a “kid”!).  We tap into Cosmic Energy and immerse ourselves in a bigger picture from Head-Centered to Heart-Centered to activate our innate power with unconditional laughter and deep breathing exercise.  It is a participation workshop in a short version to get your afternoon boredom to a vibrating and fun state. Learn how to release your stress with simple exercises. We will end with Laughter Meditation which you have never experienced before!  In this unprecedented time in our recent history, come join and learn how to create peaceful moments and tips for new energetic mindsets with vibrational awareness.

Kazuyo made a big career change from the bi-lingual work field to the Health & Wellness Field after her life-changing health recovery journey between 2008-2010.  She is committed to keep herself well, joyful and in alignment with her life mission.  After having been educated, trained in wellness professional fields and practiced in health and wellness coaching, she has chosen Laughter Yoga as a main tool to create awareness and shifts in people’s well-being.  As she continues her passion in Well-being, she has been integrating Energetic and Vibrational elements to Laughter Yoga. She has taught and led classes, workshop and sessions at various venues such as UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, Kaiser, Non-profits, workplaces, conference, senior center to name a few.

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Pre-Recorded Presentations

Laura Amiton

5 Tips To Optimize Pet's Health

We love our dogs and cats and only want what’s best for them so they can live long, healthy lives. But, what is best for yours? With the ever expanding brands and types of foods growing, it can be confusing to find just the “right” food. I will break it down to help you make informed decisions for your pets.

Duration: 45 Minutes

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Haeli Harris
Haeli Harris

Mindfulness For Mental Health

Mindfulness is a key skill in improving your mental health. It’s used in many therapeutic techniques to help with various mental health struggles like stress, overwhelm, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and more. Mindfulness helps you to become more aware of your thoughts and feelings to have better control over them and your behaviors. You’ll learn more about mindfulness and ways to make it a part of your life to help you better your mental health. 

Duration: 30 Minutes

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Brysen French

30 Minute Stretch Reset

Breathe-work, Yoga & Strength Training. All you need is your body, space, and an open mind. Let’s breathe & move! Brysen French is an online personal trainer for work-from-home professionals, stay at home parents, retired folks, and seniors. Competitor. 

Duration: 40 Minutes

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Chef Steven Hazell

Healthy Smoothie Demo

    “Let’s talk smoothies! This class is set up as an interactive cooking show where you’ll watch and learn how to build the perfect healthy smoothie. Tips for how to choose the best ingredients to fill your belly, satisfy your taste buds, and elevate your health will be shared. Show up with your curiosity and your questions!”

             Duration: 20 Minutes

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Keith Fretz

Intro To Meditation To Reduce Stress

Learn what mindfulness meditation is, why it works, and how it can help you lead a happier and healthier life.
Duration: 45 Minutes

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Dr. Jeffrey Devine DC.

Tips To A Better Night Sleep

This talk topic surrounds insomnia, its contributing factors, and how chronic sleepless nights ruin the body. Learn quick and easy tricks to help you maximize your sleep cycle and create more energy.
Duration: 30 Minutes

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