Blue Zones: The Power 9

What do the world’s longest-living communities have in common?

The Power 9! These are nine lifestyle principles practiced in Blue Zones that support longevity, heart health, and overall well-being.

Through simple, daily habits such as mindful movement, purposeful living, nourishing foods, and strong social connections, the Power 9 offers a practical framework for living well at every stage of life.

Gallo Pinto

Gallo Pinto, a cherished staple in Costa Rica and Nicaragua, reflects rich African and Indigenous culinary roots. Built on simple ingredients like rice and beans, this plant powered dish is packed with fiber and nutrients that support heart health and longevity.

Blue Zones: What Are They?

What if the secret to a longer, healthier life is already being lived around the world? Our dietitian, Julie Kay, MS, RDN, CDN, explains why understanding Blue Zones matters and how their lifestyle and nutrition principles support longevity, heart health, and overall well-being.

Find Your Breath, Reset Your Purpose – Guided Breathing Technique

Take a moment to pause and reconnect with your breath. Our wellness instructor, Lateefah, guides you through a calming breathing exercise designed to reduce stress and restore balance. This simple practice can be done anywhere and takes just a few minutes. Make space for stillness and carry a sense of calm with you throughout your day.

Stretch Into the New Year – Guided Stretch Routine

Join our wellness instructor, Lateefah, for a calming full-body stretch designed to reset your mind and body. This gentle routine takes just three minutes and is a simple way to care for yourself each day. Carry this grounded energy into the year ahead. Small daily moments like this can lead to meaningful, lasting change.

Color Breathing – Guided Exercise

Learn how to reduce stress and promote relaxation with the Color Breathing Technique, guided by Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW. This simple mindfulness exercise encourages you to visualize calming colors as you breathe, helping to ease anxiety, improve focus, and bring your attention back to the present moment. Follow along to create a sense of calm and support your overall emotional well-being anytime you need it.

5-Finger Breathing – Guided Exercise

Learn how to calm your mind and manage stress with the 5-Finger Breathing technique, guided by Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW. This simple, mindful exercise uses slow, intentional breathing paired with finger tracing to help increase awareness, reduce anxiety, and promote relaxation. Follow along to bring your focus back to the present moment and support your emotional well-being anytime you need it.

3-2-1 Grounding Technique – Guided Exercise

Learn how to use the 3-2-1 Grounding Technique with guidance from Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW, a simple and effective exercise designed to help you manage stress, reduce anxiety, and bring your focus back to the present moment. This guided practice walks you through identifying what you see, feel, and notice around you, helping you feel more centered and in control during moments of overwhelm.

How GLP-1 and Other Medications are Transforming Diabetes Management

Join Diabetes Educator and Registered Nurse, Mary O’Connor, MSN, RN, CDCES in this session to learn about weight loss medications, including the GLP-1 category, and their role in diabetes management. Explore how these treatments can support blood sugar control, aid in achieving healthy weight goals, and complement lifestyle changes for better overall health.

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