Abdominal muscles weaken and lose shape due to past pregnancies, surgeries, sitting at a desk all day, being sedentary and poor posture. Learn a series of extremely effective exercises to quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal, WITHOUT stressing back or neck joints and WITHOUT getting on the floor. Common abdominal exercises like crunches can place too much stress on back and neck joints. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

Instructor: Janice Novak Here’s a facelift you can do at home. Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healing method that works with the energy that flows through your body. Stimulating facial acupressure points can help erase years from your face naturally, bring a healthy glow to your skin; increase forming; even decrease headaches, relieve eye strain, soothe nerves, and increase relaxation. Learn how to make your skin healthy from the inside out.

Instructor: Janice Novak Acupressure is an ancient, Eastern healing technique that involves pressing or kneading key points on the body to release energy blockages and simulate energy flow through pathways called meridians. Continual sinus problems have become epidemic in both children and adults. You can find relief by stimulating the many points that relieve sinus blockages, headaches and more.

Acupressure is an Eastern healing technique that involves pressing or massaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow through pathways called meridians. When the points that regulate metabolism, digestion and thyroid function are blocked or out of balance, losing weight will seem like an impossible task. In this workshop, you will learn the main pressure points that help strengthen thyroid function, boost metabolism, control appetite, decrease food cravings, reduce stress eating and strengthen the entire digestive system. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

Acupressure is a healing technique that works with how energy flows through your body. Just as you have blood that flows through vessels, you have energy that flows through pathways called meridians. Acupressure involves pressing or massaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow which can offer great relief with no side effects. We will focus on the points that relieve and prevent migraines and headaches as well as nausea and vertigo. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

Acupressure is an ancient healing art and self-help tool. It can offer great relief with no side effects and help you feel your best. Along with the specific points to help relieve stress, insomnia, anxiety, irritability and even weight gain, learn the Nine Master Pressure Points which are the most helpful and most frequently prescribed to help and assist every system in your body. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

Adults, join us for a Friday midday pick-up hockey game! Fridays, November 7-February 27(none 1/9 & 1/16)12:00-1:00 pm Please note time change from previous year!

Instructor: Janice Novak Current research shows lifestyle and diet have a big effect on HOW the brain ages. Cognitive function, which covers all aspects of perceiving, thinking and reasoning, CAN improve. And the very good news is no matter what your age there are things you can begin to do today to improve how quickly and effectively brain cells communicate with each other. We’ll discuss which ‘superfoods’ reduce the damaging effects of toxins and inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for memory, attention, processing information and reducing stress. You’ll learn simple, easy strategies to help your brain stay healthy and alert.

Have you taken a good look at your feet, ankles or knees lately? They support the weight of your entire body. Take off your shoes and socks, roll up your pants and look in a mirror. Do your ankles roll in? Are your arches flat? Do you have bunions or calluses? Are your toes straight or do they bend in? Does your big toe pull in towards the other toes? Do your knees lock back? Do your kneecaps turn in or pull outward? In this workshop, you will learn simple things to help correct these common problems. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

There are over 30 individual muscles on each side of your face, all of which can be strengthened and toned, just like arm or leg muscles. Facial exercises can take years off your appearance by reducing frown and forehead lines, reducing ‘puppet mouth’ lines, lifting and firming neckline, making upper and lower cheeks fuller, reduce puffiness and sagging around eyes, improve circulation and nutrient flow into cells and improve lymph circulation. Learn simple exercises that will rejuvenate your face. You will need a regular teaspoon for a few of the exercises and a little of your favorite facial moisturizer. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

Hall Walking at the Dassel-Cokato High School/Middle School Complexhall walking map 2025.pdf.jpg2025-2026 School Year - School Days only.Please refer to the district calendar: isd466.org/our-district/calendarsMonday-Friday • 6:45-7:45 am & 3:30-8:00 pmMorning Walking: Enter south High School Door GEvenings: Enter east Performing Arts Center door. Fee: $2 for the entire school year

If you’ve noticed hip/thigh/butt spread, you are not alone. We have become a nation of professional sitters, causing lower body muscles to weaken and sag. In this workshop, you will learn: my famous ‘10 Minute Miracle Exercise’ series to strengthen lower body muscles quickly and, in the process, increase metabolism and bone density; decrease 2 inches off saddlebag area in 2 weeks; trim inches off lower body by getting rid of excess water weight; breathing technique to stimulate fat metabolism; acupressure points for lymph circulation and drainage. If you don’t have time, money, or inclination to haul yourself to a gym, you will love these powerful and effective techniques. You will need a resistance band, tied in a loop for some of the exercises. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

Have you ever found that in the a.m. your waistband fits fine but by mid-afternoon, it’s squeezing you like a tourniquet? Or, no matter how many crunches you do, your stomach still hangs out? Getting rid of a potbelly is much more than just doing abdominal exercises. In this workshop, you will learn the main causes and 6 strategies for getting rid of belly bloat. We will do a few exercises designed to strengthen the deepest layer of abdominal muscle – the layer that is responsible for flattening your stomach, shaping your waistline, and supporting your lower back. And we will do this without getting on the floor. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

Breathing in specific ways can have amazing and powerful healing benefits on mind and body. Breath work is the single most powerful thing you can practice to improve energy levels, health, and well- being. In this workshop, you will learn ancient breathing exercises that will: neutralize stress by reprogramming your nervous system; increase energy and vitality; increase brain function; improve immune response and decrease depression and anxiety. Breathing exercises are powerful, free and literally right under your nose. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

The wellness space has never been louder or more confusing - especially for women in perimenopause and menopause. With influencers, programs, coaches, and practitioners everywhere, it can be hard to know who to trust and what kind of support you actually need. In this 60-minute workshop, women will learn how to become savvy, empowered consumers when choosing a coach, a program, or working with your medical provider. We’ll explore why midlife women often need a different approach, how coaching differs from other forms of support, and the red flags to watch for in a space full of bold promises. Participants will leave with clarity, confidence, and practical tools to make informed decisions - without pressure, shame, or fear-based marketing Participants should bring along pen & paper. Janice Pedersen, a native of Minnesota, is well-acquainted with the state's hot summers and frigid winters. She values the warmth and generosity of her fellow Minnesotans and takes pleasure in both living and working within her community. Janice has a passion for coffee, engaging conversations, meeting new people, traveling, and hiking. Naturally inclined to help others, she finds fulfillment in supporting her clients on their journey to health and vitality. Janice is a certified Functional Health Coach, with a focus on supporting women in perimenopause and beyond.

Peptide therapy is gaining momentum—and for good reason. These naturally occurring compounds play powerful roles in healing, metabolism, recovery, and overall wellness. However, peptides are often misunderstood as a “quick fix.” The truth is, peptides are most effective when paired with the right daily behaviors and foundational wellness habits. This educational workshop breaks down what peptides actually are, how they work in the body, and why lifestyle factors such as nutrition, sleep, movement, stress management, and consistency dramatically influence results. Participants will gain a realistic, science-backed understanding of peptide therapy and how to use it as a tool—not a replacement—for sustainable health. Topics include: What peptides are and how they function in the body Why peptides are not new or experimental (20+ years of use and research) Common misconceptions and unrealistic expectations Daily behaviors that significantly enhance peptide effectiveness Building routines that support long-term results, not temporary fixes This workshop is practical, empowering, and designed for anyone curious about peptide therapy—whether they are currently using peptides, considering them, or simply want to better understand how lifestyle choices amplify modern wellness tools. Participants will leave with clarity, realistic expectations, and actionable strategies to support lasting health improvements.

Have you ever caught sight of your reflection in a window or mirror to see that your head leads the way? Or noticed that your shoulders and upper back are too rounded forward? You’ll learn simple techniques to improve posture and stand straighter. We’ll do exercises to help flatten the upper back, un-round shoulders and flatten your midsection. Learn how to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and how to re-gain bone mass. We’ll discuss the latest research findings on nutrition, minerals and trace minerals needed for bone health; foods that help and/or harm your bones and more. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. You will need a resistance band or tube for some of the exercises. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

Instructor: Janice Novak Diabesity is a condition in which too much belly fat leads a person to symptoms ranging from mild blood sugar imbalance to full blown diabetes. Whether you have a little extra weight around the middle, insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes, the root cause of ALL these conditions are the same - problems with our diet, lifestyle and exposure to environmental toxins. Most treatments focus on the downstream symptoms (elevated levels of glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, triglycerides) and never get to WHY your levels are too high and how to change it. The good news is all of this can be reversed. Learn how to work with your doctor to help restore your body to health.

Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can make food feel confusing and frustrating - even when you’re trying to eat “healthy.” The good news? Supporting your hormones doesn’t require extreme diets or perfection. Small, intentional food shifts can make a meaningful difference in energy, mood, and overall well-being. In this 60-minute workshop, we’ll explore how simple adjustments to everyday meals can help better support hormones in midlife. You’ll learn which foods are especially helpful, common habits that may be working against you, and practical strategies that fit real life. Participants will walk away with easy recipes, realistic food strategies, and renewed confidence around eating in midlife - along with the opportunity to connect with other women navigating the same season of life. Participants should bring along pen & paper. Janice Pedersen, a native of Minnesota, is well-acquainted with the state's hot summers and frigid winters. She values the warmth and generosity of her fellow Minnesotans and takes pleasure in both living and working within her community. Janice has a passion for coffee, engaging conversations, meeting new people, traveling, and hiking. Naturally inclined to help others, she finds fulfillment in supporting her clients on their journey to health and vitality. Janice is a certified Functional Health Coach, with a focus on supporting women in perimenopause and beyond.

Do you have joints that ache – a knee or hip or back? Whether you have arthritis, bursitis or just creaky joints, this workshop is for you. Joint lubrication exercises are quite simple and easy to do yet produce rather remarkable results by helping to free your joints of pain. We’ll also discuss which nutrients are needed to help keep your joints healthy. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

Instructor: Janice Novak Not everyone can be skinny, but EVERYONE can be stronger - even if you don’t get to the gym several times/week. Learn how to strengthen your arms, back, shoulders, chest, hips, butt and thighs using resistance bands while watching your favorite TV or radio show. There are many benefits to having stronger muscles – they boost metabolism; maintain/increase bone density, make daily tasks easier and help you age with quality and grace. These multi-tasking exercises can fit easily into even the busiest schedules. It is a wonderful thing to be strong, fit and functional. You’ll learn lots of tips and techniques to improve overall health and wellness. You will need a resistance band for class.

Your chronological age is the number of years you have been alive. It is a fixed number and cannot be changed. Your biological or bio age, however, is measured by how well your organs and body systems work. And there are many things you can do to affect your biological age. You have more control over how your body ages than you may think. Research has shown us that you can peel years off your bio age. In this workshop, you will learn simple, scientifically proven things you can do right now to decrease your body age. Also, you will learn facial acupressure points to help erase years from your face naturally. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".

Confusion abounds about vitamin supplements. Do you need them? Which ones are best? How do you choose? In this workshop, you will learn the 7 guidelines that determine if a supplement is well balanced or a waste of money. (The instructor DOES NOT sell any supplements). Also, we’ll discuss what current research says about: antioxidants, phytochemicals, anti-aging nutrients, colloidal minerals, chelated minerals, sustained release formulas, as well as Collagen, Glucosamine Chondroitin, Melatonin, Ginkgo, Ginseng & Echinacea. INSTRUCTOR BIO Janice Novak developed her unique posture program over twenty years of working with individual clients and teaching thousands of workshops. She has been quoted as the country's premier expert on posture in national and regional publications and broadcasts. Janice has a Masters Degree in Health & Physical Education. She is an internationally acclaimed, best selling author, speaker and wellness consultant who teaches workshops and seminars for hospitals, corporations and professional organizations. She presents up-to-date info on pertinent health/wellness topics that can improve employee health, decrease sick days, improve productivity, alertness, energy and motivation. She teaches simple steps that lead to powerful changes in how you look and feel. Janice regularly presents health segments on television and radio, including a guest spot on the Oprah Winfrey Show discussing her best selling book, "Posture, Get It Straight!".