Movetober – SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium – SEARHC (original) (raw)

Throughout the month of October, SEARHC invites you to take part in Movetober, a physical activity campaign designed to make staying active easy and accessible for everyone in Southeast Alaska. Movetober is a free, all-ages program that encourages you to find joy in movement. Whether it’s gardening, walking, dancing, playing with your kids, or some other activity that gets you moving, every movement counts! The goal of Movetober is simple: to help you set and achieve personal movement goals that fit into your daily lifestyle.

How It Works

• When: October 1 – October 31, 2024

• Who: Everyone in Southeast Alaska

• How: Register and get moving! (details below)

Each week, set a personal fitness goal that’s right for you and track your progress. Every Tuesday, you’ll receive an email with a link to submit your active minutes. Each submission enters you into a weekly prize drawing for items that support healthy living and help you stay safe and seen as the days grow shorter. The more weeks you participate, the greater your chances of winning the grand prize — a reflective jacket!

How to Participate

1. Register: Click here to sign up and join the Movetober community.

2. Track: Set a weekly movement goal and keep track of your active minutes each day. Download our Tracker to stay organized. This tracking sheet is for personal use only, it does not need to be submitted each week.

3. Submit: Enter your weekly minutes by each Tuesday to be eligible for weekly prizes. Complete all four weeks to boost your chances of winning the grand prize. Click here to submit your active minutes.

Lunch & Move Mini-Sessions

Join us online every Wednesday at noon for our “Lunch & Move” mini-sessions, where we’ll introduce easy-to-implement exercises you can do anywhere. Expect to learn, move and have fun!

• Oct. 2, 12:15-12:45 p.m.: Goal Setting & Habit Formation
  • Learn the essentials of setting effective goals and building lasting habits. This session will explore different ways to stay active and keep your body moving. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to maintain momentum, this workshop will set you on the path to success!
  • Watch the recording. Passcode: qQY^s9P?
• Oct. 9, 12:15-12:45 p.m: Breathwork with Sara Settimi
  • Focus on your breath and well-being! Join Occupational Therapist Sara Settimi as she guides participants through a breathwork session. You’ll learn techniques to enhance your breathing awareness, energize your body, and release negative emotions, helping you feel refreshed and recharged.
  • Watch the recording. Passcode: tB@7F6XC
• Oct. 16, 12:15-12:45 p.m.: Tai Chi with Cherri Price
  • Nurture both your physical and emotional balance. This gentle, flowing practice is the perfect way to take a mindful break during your day, offering benefits for both body and mind. No prior experience is needed—come ready to move and flow!
  • Recording coming soon…
• Oct. 23, 12:15-12:45 p.m.: Benefits of Aquafun with Stephanie Smith
  • What can you do to keep your spirits high as you pursue your health goal? Join us to explore the benefits of Aquafun and learn ways to improve your stamina, flexibility, balance, strength training and coordination.
  • Watch the recording. Passcode: 8L?5DUC#
• Oct. 30, 12:15-12:45 p.m.: Activities for Brain Health
  • Join retired Research Scientist and long-time water aerobics instructor, Dr. Linda Kruger, to learn what activities you can do to maintain a healthy brain. Dr. Kruger is an AARP Juneau leader focused on learning about and sharing information on brain health with our community. Don’t miss this chance to link your physical health and brain health in this fun and engaging Lunch & Move session.
  • Watch the recording. Passcode: CZj=#uq3

For more information, contact our team at communitywellness@searhc.org.