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June 13 – Dinner With Dr. Nick
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Learn about the Maximized Living approach to health from Nick Barnes, the chiropractor behind Health From Within family chiropractic in Rock Hill. Barnes will discuss his secrets to weight loss over a healthy meal from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Llywelyn’s Pub in Webster. Tickets are $25, and space is limited.
June 14 – Yoga + Beer Tasting
Bring your own mat for some boozy weeknight yoga from YogaBuzz. For only $20, enjoy an all-levels yoga class, brewery tour, beer sampling, and a glass of your choice of beer from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Perennial Artisan Ales.
June 15 – Free Sahaja Meditation
Sahaja Meditation is a simple technique that reduces stress and increases wellness. No mat is needed for this hour long escape from the real world. Expert instructors lead the class every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. at the St. Louis County Library. And it’s free!
June 16-17 – Big Bend Yoga Center Annual Retreat
All are invited for this one night stay at the Wildwood Springs Lodge in Steelville, Missouri, where participants are offered one yoga class, two meals, some refreshing relaxation, and possibly a group canoe trip on the Meramec River. The Big Bend Yoga Center doesn’t charge for this event, so all you have to pay for is the cost to stay at the lodge, which ranges from $69 to $89.
June 17 – Healthy Hun”knees” 30 Day Health and Fitness Challenge
This challenge is designed to give you the motivational makeover you need. Friday’s $30 kick-off event will include a zumba class, health and fitness education, confidential weigh-in (to track progress), healthy snacks, health and fitness trivia, a surprise gift, and more. It includes everything you need to make the next 30 days the start of a healthier you. Mark your calendar for 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Executive Financial Group building in Maryland Heights.
June 18 – Father’s Day Fun Run & Pancake Breakfast with Saucony
So all I have to do is try out a pair of shoes to get a free breakfast at Chris’ Cakes? ‘Nuff said. This Father’s Day Fun Run & Pancake Breakfast is hosted by Saucony and gives participants the chance test out Saucony’s new Zealot ISO 2 shoes for a 1-2 mile run through Forest Park. Meet at picnic area #13 behind the Saint Louis Art Museum. The run goes from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Emily Eckley is a NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) and NCCPT (National Council for Certified Personal Trainers) certified personal trainer.
