Florida Hospital Waterman | Waterman Wellness | Winter 2019

2 AdventHealthWaterman.com | Winter 2019 Find out how AdventHealth Waterman is helping improve the health and well-being of Lake County. Don’t miss the latest episodes of: Connect With Waterman Waterman Wellness TV Go to WatermanWellness .com f or the Lake Sumter TV schedule and channels. VISIT CONRYCREATIONHEALTH.COM for more healthy living tips and classes. It’s time to feel your best. Physically. Mentally. Spiritually. To be centered. And supported. To feel the power of a world- class health care network coming together to help you take control of your health. It’s time to feel whole. Feel the freedom of whole-person care. Feel whole. WATERMAN WELLNESS is published four times a year (this is issue 1 of 4) as a community service for the friends and patrons of AdventHealth Waterman, 1000 Waterman Way, Tavares, FL 32778, telephone 352-252-3388. Not limited to physical exercise, activity also includes mental conditioning. When you exercise regularly, you expect to see changes in your physical condition. Strength training builds muscle, and cardio workouts improve heart health and stamina. Similarly, stimulating the brain with thought-provoking books, puzzles and memory challenges will help you keep your mind sharp. Make this work for you: Join an exercise group like a spinning or dance class. Find a workout partner to help motivate you and keep you accountable. Pick a topic you’ve always wanted to learn more about and sign up for night class. Whatever activities you choose, make sure they’re fun and enjoyable. You may have to try several types of groups before you find what works for you. Set both mental and physical goals for yourself to keep track of your progress. Diabetes Self-Management Class This five-session course will teach you how to manage your blood sugar, medications, exercise, meals and sick days. Taught by certified diabetes and health educators, this class will help you learn everyday strategies focused on nutrition, exercise and disease management. • Mondays, Feb. 18 through March 18, 10 a.m. to noon or 5 to 7 p.m.; April 1 through 29, 5 to 7 p.m. • Cost: $45 for five sessions • Registration required. Call 352-253-3539. Diabetes Support Group Sessions are led by our certified diabetes educator and a registered dietitian. There is no fee—all with a diagnosis of diabetes or pre-diabetes are welcome to attend, learn and discuss for improved self-management. • Third Wednesday of every month, 5 to 6 p.m. • FREE OF CHARGE. Call 352-253-3539. Super Noggin Can you remember where you put your keys? This eight-session brain fitness program is designed to share the research strategies to maintain and improve memory and cognitive function in adults. • Tuesdays, Jan. 29 through March 19 10 a.m. to noon • Cost: $50 for eight classes. Call 352-253-3685. Yum-Yum Club Learn to cook delicious and nutritious recipes using farm-fresh, plant-based ingredients! Be engaged, watch a live demonstration by our executive chef, receive instruction from our registered dietitian, and sample each recipe. • Wednesdays, Feb. 13, 27, March 13, 27 6 to 8 p.m. • Cost: $30/each, or come to all four and only pay $90. Call 352-253-3685. Stay active physically—and mentally too CREATION HEALTH CLASSES AND EVENTS