Health Calendar
Freedom Run/Walk and Bill Emerson Memorial Race, 5K run and 1- mile walk to benefit the Epilepsy Foundation of Hawaii, 7 a.m. Sunday, starting at Kailua High School gym; entry fees is $10, or $18 with a T-shirt. 528-3058.
Tai Chi and Self-Healing Qigong, three-meeting class led by Robert Fong teaches students to improve health and refine the quality of their movements, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, UH-Manoa Physical Education Complex 245, studio 3; $70. Register for course S06942: 956-8400.
Osteo Blast, exercise and information for women with, or at high risk for, osteoporosis, led by physical therapist Ann Frost, 4-5 p.m. or 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, The Queen's Medical Center; free. 537-7117.
Avoiding and Reversing Heart Disease, learn the role that diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and metabolic syndrome play in heart disease, 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Unity Church at Diamond Head, Heartuary room; free. 942-9018.
Arm Reflexology, workshop led by Marie Riley on applying pressure to for relief of pain in the elbow, wrist and arms, for seniors ages 55 and older, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 112; $9 per class. Registration required: 235-7433.
2004 Tools for Life, workshops for people with disabilities and expo on assistive living technology, civil-rights law and available services, sponsored by the Department of Health and the Disabilities and Communication Access Board, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and July 10, Blaisdell Exhibition Center; free. 586-8121.
Jamba BananaMan Chase, participants chase runners dressed in BananaMan costumes on a 5K course for prizes, 7 a.m. July 10, Ala Moana Beach park near McCoy Pavilion; $25 entry fee benefits the Muscular Dystrophy Association; 545-1149.
Chi Kung for Health and Healing, two-session class led by Marie Riley on improving flexibility, relaxation and peace of mind through gentle movements and breath control, 10 a.m.-noon, July 10 and 17, University of Hawai'i-Manoa, Krauss 012, Yukiyoshi Room; $39. Register for course S06938: 956-8400.
Open House for those considering careers in occupational, physical, speech or therapeutic recreation, and those already in those fields interested in working at the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific, 10-11:30 a.m. July 10, at the hospital; free. 544-3334.
Relay for Life, participants walk, run, jog or stroll during a 12-hour relay, 7 p.m. July 10 to 7 a.m. July 11, at: Kailua Beach Park, Kalama Park, Waimea Park and Moanalua High School; donations to benefit the American Cancer Society. 595-7500.
Eat More, Weigh Less on a Good Carbohydrate Diet, a talk by Dr. Terry Shintani on his diet program, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. July 12, UH-Manoa Student Services Center room 412; free. Register by Thursday at 967-7927 or michi@hawaii.edu.
ONGOING
Qigong Class, practice slow, gentle movements to enhance life-force flow with instructor-master Qing Chuan Wang, 10:30-11:45 a.m. Saturdays, Aloha Tower Marketplace, second- floor observation deck; $13 per class or $50 per month. 234-5508.
Kripalu Yoga Class, poses for relaxation and rejuvenation taught by Walleska Tepping, 9-10:30 a.m. Saturdays and Mondays through Thursdays, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa; $15 per class. Reservations required: 921-5240.
Butoh Movement Workshop, exercises to develop sensory and spatial awareness, 3-5 p.m. Sundays, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, Kenshikan Dojo; $30 per month. 387-4861.
Baby Boot Camp, strength training for moms with stroller-age babies, summer classes starting at Aloha Tower Marketplace, 'Ewa Beach, Kahala Mall, Mililani and Waipio Gentry; first class is free, subsequent classes $12 each; discounts available. Call 754-6169 or visit www.babyboot camp.com.
Body Works Hawaii offers low-impact aerobics and more than 50 workouts and cardio kickboxing, 6-6:45 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Kuhio School cafeteria; $1 per class. 735-5755, 377-5132.
40 Minutes to Health, workshop on maintaining your health, presented by Dr. Mark Hoffman, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Island Family Chiropractic; free. 596-0599.
Taiji Class, yang-style taiji led by Limin Song focuses on energy and healing instead of the martial arts, 7-8 a.m. Thursdays, Aloha Tower Marketplace, observation deck; $25 per month. 941-9707.
Chi-Lel Qigong, with instructor Ginny Walden of Blue Sky Healing Arts, 8-9 a.m. Thursdays, Kapahulu Center; $5. 396-9080.
Freedom From Pain, presented by Brett A. Sloan on how to reduce pain from inflammation and injury through nutrition, 6 p.m. Fridays, Airport Center Chiropractic Clinic; free. 834-8662.
Hearing Tests for Seniors, Ohana Hearing Care Hawaii offers free comprehensive audiometric hearing tests for those older than 55. By appointment only: 593-2137.
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