Looking to treat yourself, connect with new friends, enter a contest or giveaway, explore cultural and entertainment events, try something different, play a fun game or freshen up your fitness routine? Check this space or your inbox each week (a new e-newsletter issue arrives each Tuesday) for free opportunities and offerings that we think Sisters readers will enjoy.
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Here's what's happening between March 26, 2024 and April 1, 2024.
Sisters From AARP Soul Sanctuary: Visit Our Members-Only Facebook Group Anytime!
You are cordially invited to join the Sisters From AARP Soul Sanctuary private Facebook group! It’s the ultimate online social media space designed exclusively for Sisters to get together and share our journeys of health, wellness and happiness in a safe, supportive, members-only environment. No drama, just a healthy daily dose of laughter, love, support and celebration created just for you by Sisters From AARP. Welcome! We look forward to meeting you!
Sisters From AARP Cultural Cues Word Search on AARP Games—Play Anytime!
This unique version of the Daily Word Search, created by the Sisters From AARP team, invites you to explore African-American culture and history in your world with featured and weekly puzzles. Become a master word searcher by discovering clues about fascinating people, places and things. Up, down, backwards and diagonal – words are hidden everywhere! How fast can you find them?
AARP Virtual Community Center
These scheduled events are online. Join from anywhere!
Fitness: A Gentle Nia Workout
Tuesday, Mar 26, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
This “Nia Moving to Heal” home workout incorporates gentle movements from expressive dance and the martial arts. It’s an entry-level exercise routine that can be done barefoot, part of a weekly series led by Jule Aguirre, a member of the international Nia training faculty.
The mind/body workout is aimed at helping you feel better both physically and emotionally. No special equipment or training is required. Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
Chair Yoga: A Gentle Workout for Everyone
Tuesday, Mar 26, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Whether you're looking to increase flexibility, reduce stress or enhance overall well-being, this virtual seated yoga class is tailored for you.
This class combines gentle yoga poses and stretches with the comfort of seated exercises, making the benefits of yoga - increased flexibility, reduced stress and a sense of overall well-being - accessible to people at all fitness levels.
Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
Try a Calming 10-Minute ‘Meditation Moment’
Tuesday, Mar 27, 2024
9:00 a.m. ET • 8:00 a.m. CT • 7:00 a.m. MT • 6:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 10 Minutes
Take 10 minutes to clear your mind and settle into whatever lies in front of you. This simple guided meditation with Dr. Louisa Slowiaczek, professor of psychology emerita at Bowdoin College, offers a few moments of peace to refocus and recharge!
Explore other free online Exercise & Wellness classes and check out AARP Local for events in your state.
Wellness Workshop: Nourish Your Brain and Body
Wednesday, Mar 27, 2024
1:30 p.m. ET • 12:30 p.m. CT • 11:30 a.m. MT • 10:30 a.m. PT
Duration: 90 Minutes
Join master-certified yoga educator Diane Butera for an interactive virtual workshop that will explore how clean, unprocessed foods rich in vitamins, minerals, high-quality proteins and healthy fats can boost heart and brain health, aid in weight management, strengthen your immune system, and elevate your energy levels. Learn about the vital role of fiber in supporting gut health and optimizing your microbiome.
Zumba to the Rhythm
Wednesday, Mar 28, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Get fit and have fun in this home Zumba workout! Zumba mixes low-intensity and high-intensity dance moves set to Latin and World rhythms for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. This total workout class combines cardio, muscle conditioning and balance and flexibility moves. Let the rhythms take over and dare to get fit!
Yoga and Mindfulness for Relaxation
Thursday, Mar 28, 2024
1:00 p.m. ET • 12:00 p.m. CT • 11:00 a.m. MT • 10:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 45 Minutes
Follow along as your instructors in this virtual yoga class demonstrate gentle movements and yoga postures appropriate for attendees at all skill levels. They’ll also offer a toolkit of mindfulness techniques you can use to find calm off the mat in your daily life.
The workout is aimed at improving flexibility, strength and mobility of both body and mind. It’s led by Open Up, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to share mindfulness tools and movement practices that are accessible to all. Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
A Virtual Class in Gentle Chair Yoga
Friday, Mar 29, 2024
8:30 a.m. ET • 7:30 a.m. CT • 6:30 a.m. MT • 5:30 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
Ease your way into a new and improved you with gentle seated yoga movements and guided breathing to bring awareness to the body, soothe a stressed mind and nervous system and help reduce anxiety, promote respiratory health and allow us to find our way back to ourselves. We will also share resources to help you make changes on your healthy living journey.
Instructor Anne Esguerra will lead the class from a chair and provide modifications for those who choose to practice on a mat. Beginner yogis are welcome! Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
Living Black History: A Talk With Reverend Tiney Walker
Friday, Mar 29, 2024
1:30 p.m. ET • 12:30 p.m. CT • 11:30 a.m. MT • 10:30 a.m. PT
Duration: 30 Minutes
This special online discussion features Frank W. McNeil of Illinois and his dedication to public service. Enjoy a captivating conversation centered around leadership, equality, and having a positive impact within the community.
Don't miss the chance to hear from a true community leader! Gain insights on how to effect change and participate in a dialogue about forging a better future.
Enhance Your Workout With Yoga Fusion
Monday, Apr 1, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 45 Minutes
This online yoga class is great for beginners, and fuses yoga poses, stretches and breathing techniques with other fitness moves. It also incorporates yoga straps and light weights (optional). Self-care techniques such as hand and foot massages are part of the fun.
The fusion between yoga and other fitness exercises helps develop upper- and lower-body muscle strength and eye and hand coordination and can result in more vitality, improved posture, and a sense of well-being. Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.
Mindful Movement for Healthy Aging
Monday, Apr 1, 2024
12:00 p.m. ET • 11:00 a.m. CT • 10:00 a.m. MT • 9:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 Minutes
This online class, taught by master certified yoga educator Diane Butera, is focused on enhancing vitality and mental clarity and helping you get more fit while fostering a great attitude toward aging.
Enjoy mindful movements from yoga, Pilates and functional medicine, performed both seated and standing, to improve your core strength, ease of movement and balance and help with achy feet, tight hips, low back pain, restrictions in mobility and more. You may also find you’re feeling less stressed and sleeping better! A 15-minute Q&A follows the 45-minute class.