Seminars and Workshops

Seminars and workshops provide an opportunity to introduce a wide range of topics to your employees. The following information provides a sample of the on site programming possibilities that can be brought to your work environment.

Contact Strength Tek for information on other topics that may be suitable for your worksite.

Active Sitting for Better Backs - This interactive workshop is designed to teach participants the fundamentals of developing a stronger, more functional back with the use of an exercise ball. The concept of "active sitting" will bring new meaning to decreasing upper and lower back pain right at their desk.

Office Ergonomics - Achieving proper posture is the key to relieving discomfort and fatigue. This session provides information increasing the employee's awareness of ergonomics. Led by a certified ergonomist, this workshop helps the participant improve the basic ergonomics of their workstation.

Nutrition - Just the Basics - Explore the Food Pyramid in this session - including the major groups, why they are important and unlocking the mystery of portion sizes. This program can also be delivered in an extended format, or in a food challenge format.

Fitness 101 - This workshop explores the basic principles of exercise and fitness. Participants learn basic anatomy and physiology of cardiovascular and muscle systems, and investigate how to increase their level of muscular fitness, aerobic fitness, and flexibility. A practical component is included.

Stress: Taking Control - Stress is a reality of life for everyone. Sometimes we feel energized by the challenges and satisfied when we accomplish our goals. But there are times when we believe that just one more issue or task will overwhelm us. This session is designed to help participants identify ways of dealing with stress, and build resiliency and work-life balance into daily living. Topics include: What is stress, where does it come from, what does it do to us and tips and techniques to develop coping strategies and build resiliency.

Active Living for a Healthy Lifestyle- Educate and motivate employees to start or become more active. Join Strength Tek's fitness professionals as they discuss how to get started in a more active lifestyle. The session will include information on establishing a fitness routine and developing strategies to assist participants in sticking to their plan and achieving their goals. Help your employees take their first step toward a more active and healthier lifestyle!

Living with Arthritis - Arthritis affects more adults than cancer, heart disease and respiratory conditions. During this information session, participants will learn about arthritis and how it impacts the body (joints), common forms of arthritis, the importance of working with a treatment team, nutrition and exercise and tips for living well. A question and answer period will also be included in this session and each participant will receive resource material.