Free Health & Fitness Topics in Chicago
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3: Browse for a topic, Click the orange request button, Fill out the contact form.
Now the speaker will contact you in the next few days to coordinate details.
-
Protected: Taoist Tai Chi Demo
Stella "Sally" Bryant, Taoist Tai Chi Society
Request This Free Speech<form action="https://chicago.freespeakers.org/wp-login.php?action=postpass&wpe-login=true" class="post-password-form" method="post">
<p>This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below:</p>
<p><label for="pwbox-1480">Password: <input name="post_password" id="pwbox-1480" type="password" spellcheck="false" size="20" /></label> <input type="submit" name="Submit" value="Enter" /></p></form>
MORE > -
How to Set Boundaries for Better Self-Worth, Well-Being and Work-Life Balance
Ron Martin, Principal, Founder, Executive Coach, Ocean Park Strategic Advisors
Request This Free SpeechEver find yourself feeling overwhelmed or drained by others' expectations or behaviors? Wondering how to establish boundaries that preserve your well-being while maintaining healthy relationships? Look no further. As a seasoned speaker and expert in personal boundary setting, I'll share insights that will help you navigate life's complexities with confidence. MORE >
In today's fast-paced, hectic world, establishing and maintaining personal boundaries is crucial for navigating both professional environments and personal relationships. My approach to personal boundary setting is grounded in understanding the fundamental importance of boundaries in fostering healthy interactions and maintaining self-respect. In my sessions, I offer practical tips and guidance to help you begin to define boundaries that align with your values.Using a structured approach, I introduce participants to a structured approach to boundary setting. We delve into triggers, values, needs, and desires, while also addressing internal barriers and obstacles that may hinder boundary establishment. By incorporating techniques from different disciplines, participants will be introduced to practical skills that can lead to an improved ability to confidently assert their boundaries in various situations.
Throughout the journey, emphasis is placed on self-awareness, self-validation, and self-compassion. Celebrating successes and making adjustments along the way are integral parts of the process, fostering a sense of empowerment and resilience.
Ultimately, my goal is to empower individuals to set and maintain boundaries that honor their own needs and desires while fostering healthy and fulfilling relationships in both their professional and personal lives. By introducing you to practical tools and compassionate support, I help individuals cultivate a life filled with authenticity, confidence, and meaningful connections. -
Medicare 101
Thomas Perrucci, Medicare Benefits Advisor, Premier Medicare Benefits
Request This Free SpeechTom Perrucci is a seasoned professional in the health insurance industry, specializing in helping clients navigate the complexities of Medicare. With a focus on building trust and prioritizing client needs, Tom goes above and beyond to ensure his clients receive the best possible Medicare options tailored to their specific requirements, financial situation, and eligibility criteria. By treating his clients with the same care and dedication as he would his own parents, Tom guarantees a personalized and reliable service that puts client well-being first.
Tom, a 34+ year resident of the NW Suburbs, is a dedicated business owner, husband, father, and grandfather. Tom and his wife Jackie are seniors and have had personal experiences with a variety of different plans, so Tom can also provide a unique consumer perspective; something which is usually hard to find among agents.
Apart from helping seniors with insurance needs, Tom also doubles as the Chicago Wedding Guy, providing heartfelt wedding officiant services on weekends. MORE > -
Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement?
Thomas Perrucci, Medicare Benefits Advisor, Premier Medicare Benefits
Request This Free SpeechIf you're on Medicare and seeking additional coverage beyond what Medicare offers, you may be considering whether to opt for a Medicare Advantage plan or a Medicare Supplement plan. Understanding the differences between these two options, their costs, and which one may be better suited for your needs can be overwhelming. Premier Medicare Benefits, led by Tom Perrucci, is here to assist you in comparing these two plans, comprehending how they function, identifying their distinctions, and ultimately guiding you to select the most suitable plan based on your needs, risk personality and budget.
Tom Perrucci is a seasoned professional in the health insurance industry, specializing in helping clients navigate the complexities of Medicare. With a focus on building trust and prioritizing client needs, Tom goes above and beyond to ensure his clients receive the best possible Medicare options tailored to their specific requirements, financial situation, and eligibility criteria. By treating his clients with the same care and dedication as he would his own parents, Tom guarantees a personalized and reliable service that puts client well-being first.
Tom, a 34+ year resident of the NW Suburbs, is a dedicated business owner, husband, father, and grandfather. Tom and his wife Jackie are seniors and have had personal experiences with a variety of different plans, so Tom can also provide a unique consumer perspective; something which is usually hard to find among agents.
Apart from helping seniors with insurance needs, Tom also doubles as the Chicago Wedding Guy, providing heartfelt wedding officiant services on weekends. MORE > -
Stress Management and Anxiety Reduction
Ron Martin, Principal, Founder, Executive Coach, Ocean Park Strategic Advisors
Request This Free SpeechIn today's fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become all too common, affecting entrepreneurs, leaders, and individuals from all walks of life. As a seasoned speaker and expert in stress management and anxiety reduction, I provide practical strategies and actionable insights to help individuals reclaim control over their mental well-being and unlock their full potential. MORE >
My approach is rooted in empowering individuals to cultivate resilience and emotional intelligence, enabling them to navigate challenges with grace and confidence. By equipping them with effective tools and techniques, I empower them to tackle stressors head-on and build a solid foundation for lasting well-being.For entrepreneurs and leaders, the benefits of stress management and anxiety reduction are particularly profound. By learning to effectively manage stress and anxiety, they can optimize their performance, enhance decision-making, and foster a more positive and productive work environment. This not only boosts their own success but also has ripple effects throughout their teams and organizations.
Moreover, reducing stress and anxiety is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being. Chronic stress has been linked to a host of health problems, including heart disease, obesity, and mental health disorders. By prioritizing stress management and anxiety reduction, individuals can safeguard their physical and mental health, leading to a happier, more fulfilling life.
In essence, my approach to stress management and anxiety reduction is about empowering individuals to take control of their mental well-being and thrive in every aspect of their lives. By providing practical guidance and support, I help them build resilience, unlock their full potential, and create a life filled with purpose, passion, and vitality.
-
McCarty Method: Body, Mind, Heart and Breath for Peace, Resilience and Clarity in an Unstable World
Jacqueline McCarty, Owner Certified Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher, Om At Work
Request This Free SpeechIn a world full of tension and uncertainty how do we keep our focus, compassion, and find steadiness and meaning in our lives? Science, neuroscience , and psychology agree the body can be the key to our inner sense of calm and clarity so we can stay strong and choose our direction. MORE >
Jaci McCarty of the Mccarty Method will teach you tools and practices that access the nervous system, vagal nerve, brain and energy body so you can learn what works for you. This is an experiential practice which will include, mindful movement, breath work, mindfulness practices, and meditation. This class is appropriate for all levels and can be done from a chair. -
Self-Defense for Seniors
Peter Honigmann, Founder and Head Instructor, Best Defense Concepts, LLC
Request This Free SpeechI've been teaching teaching self-defense to seniors at libraries, senior centers, park districts and retirement centers throughout Northern Illinois since 2012. My presentations to seniors focus on being observant, using verbal skills to de-escalate a situation, complying with demands for property, and then only as a last resort using very simple self-defense techniques to disable an attacker, including: the use of a cane or walking stick, improvised weapons such as pens, flashlights, and magazines, and the use of pepper spray. MORE >
I include inspiring stories of other seniors who have successfully defended themselves against various attacks.I am only available to give presentations weekday evenings and weekends, and limit my travel to suburbs north of Chicago.
-
Self-Defense
Peter Honigmann, Founder and Head Instructor, Best Defense Concepts, LLC
Request This Free SpeechOffering presentations, seminars or hands-on classes in basic self-defense. The presentation can cover the following topics: law of self-defense, situational awareness and de-escalation, simple and effective strikes and techniques for dealing with the most common street attacks, how to defend against attacker's with weapons, the use of improvised weapons/pepper spray, or any other self-defense related topics of interest to the group. MORE >
Presentations will be tailored to the group and the topic.I am only available to give presentations weekday evenings and weekends, and limit my travel to suburbs north of Chicago.
-
Take Control of Your Parkinson’s Disease Journey
Rosemary Gerstner, Marketing and Sales Director, Senior Helpers
Request This Free SpeechUnderstand the Parkinson's Disease process and learn how to implement a Patient-Centered care approach to PD.
-
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia: a Positive and Effective Approach
Rosemary Gerstner, Marketing and Sales Director, Senior Helpers
Request This Free SpeechAlzheimer's/Dementia affects both the patient and the caregiver. Learn how to provide care for people living with Dementia with a focus on what they CAN do.