Spring 2009 Lectures
"Making It Happen For Me - Sharing Weighty Issues"
January 26, 396 Statler Hall, noon-1:00 p.m.
Join CU Wellness Program's Beth McKinney, and staffers Mary Mulvanerton and Cynthia Rich for a follow up to last month's "Losing 100 Pounds" session. Hear another different story about how losing 100 pounds is possible. At this session, the whole group will brainstorm ideas for follow up meetings including suggested facilitators, topics, activities, time, dates and locations.
“Asthma: The Basics For Children And Adults”
March 19, 423 ILR Conference Center, noon-1:00 p.m.
Join Reilly Coch, MD, a pediatrician from Guthrie Healthcare, for a discussion about asthma. This overview will touch upon causes and symptoms of asthma, treatment and prevention options, and when to seek medical care.
"Weight Loss: Al And Shayne Share Their Successful Experience"
Thursday, April 30, noon-1:00, 226 Weill Hall
Last Fall, Shayne, an extremely overweight 19 year old, found the courage to ask for help in the fitness center from a nearby body builder. Find out how the story unfolds - join CU employees, Al Gonzalez and Shayne Miller, along with the Wellness Program's Beth McKinney, for another follow up to our recent "Losing 100 Pounds" session. Hear how these two unlikely people teamed up to ultimately change forever Shayne's relationship with food. Al and Shayne will give a different perspective about how they worked together - right here at Cornell's Fitness Centers. Questions about this workshop, email Beth at bm20@cornell.edu.
"How Do I Know Which Running Or Walking Shoe Is Right For Me?"
Looking for the perfect pair of running or walking shoes and just don't know where to start? Join Ian Golden, proprietor of the Finger Lakes Running Company, avid runner and occasional walker, for a workshop that will help you find the most appropriate pair of sneakers. Ian will touch on various topics including understanding your foot type and the biomechanics of running and walking. Join us on Wednesday, April 29 at noon at LOCATION TBA. If you have any questions about this workshop, contact Ruth at rem64@cornell.edu or 255-5060. If you know in advance that you will be attending, please let us know by sending an RSVP to Ruth.
Know Your Numbers 4-Part Lecture Series - Come to one or all, it's up to you.
- “Blood Pressure - What’s Important To You?”
Presented by Ruth Merle-Doyle, CU Wellness staff
January 29, G01 Biotech, noon-1:00 p.m.
This workshop is designed to help you understand what you can do to address your blood pressure concerns. Specifically, we will focus our discussion on certain controllable factors (such as diet and exercise) that affect BP. Bring your questions and thoughts and come prepared to share ideas.
- “Diabetes Basics”
Presented by Beth McKinney, CU Wellness staff
February 12, G01 Biotech, noon-1:00 p.m.
What is diabetes? Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Beth McKinney, RD, will talk in simple terms so that you can easily understand more about this complex disease. There will be time to answer your specific questions.
- “The Skinny On Body Mass Index”
Presented by Kerry Howell, CU Wellness staff
February 19, G01 Biotech, noon-1:00 p.m.
What does it mean when you have a BMI of 30? What about a BMI of 20? Is higher better or worse? This lecture will unravel the mystery of body mass index and other common weight measurements used to assess health risk. In addition we will discuss the pros and cons of dieting, weight loss pills, and physical activity.
- “The Clear Path To Improved Cholesterol”
Presented by Ruth Merle-Doyle and Kerry Howell, CU Wellness staff
March 26, G01 Biotech, noon-1:00 p.m.
Have you been told to lower your cholesterol, but feel like the pathway is a bit cloudy? Come to this interactive workshop to discuss how you can reduce your LDL and raise your HDL. Bring your questions and thoughts and come prepared to share ideas.