Healthy & Fit Lecture Series

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 @ 6pm

Dementia Is Not Inevitable: The Brain-Saving Blueprint Backed by Science with Court Vreeland

Many people believe dementia is an unavoidable part of aging—but science tells a different story. In this lecture, Dr. Court Vreeland will share the latest research on how lifestyle, nutrition, exercise, and targeted lab testing can dramatically reduce the risk of cognitive decline. You’ll learn which habits protect the brain, which hidden risk factors are often overlooked, and what practical steps you can take right now to preserve memory and mental sharpness. This evidence-based presentation is designed to give you hope, clarity, and a clear blueprint for keeping your brain healthy for years to come.
 

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 @ 6pm 

Training for Skiing Injury Prevention with BE Fit Physical Therapy

Come learn preseason strength and conditioning exercises, as well as skiing form and training tips to try and errors to avoid in order to reduce your risk of injury this winter. Exercises targeting downhill and nordic skiing will be included. Participation encouraged.  

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 @  6pm

Anti-inflammatory Eating with Sarah Lange of Whole Health Nutrition

In this session, Sarah Lange, a Registered Dietitian from Whole Health Nutrition, will discuss how the types of foods we eat can help reduce inflammation in our bodies. Inflammation can be caused by a variety of factors- whether it is a medical condition, genetic predisposition, stress, lack of exercise, or food allergies. While we can’t control all the factors that result in inflammation, we can manage certain conditions by focusing on what we eat, our activity level, and maintaining mindfulness about stressors in our lives.

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 @  6pm

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Labs - Even If They're 'Normal' with Court Vreeland

Too often, patients are told their bloodwork is "normal," yet they still struggle with fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, or other health issues. In this lecture, Dr. Court Vreeland will show you how to look beyond the basic reference ranges and uncover what your lab results may really be saying about your health. You’ll learn which tests provide the most meaningful insights, how to interpret them in the context of prevention—not just disease, and what steps you can take to optimize your health based on your numbers. Whether you’re dealing with symptoms or simply want to be proactive, this talk will give you the tools to better understand your labs and use them to guide smarter lifestyle and healthcare decisions.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 @ 6pm 

Gut Health Essentials with Sarah Lange of Whole Health Nutrition

In this session, Sarah Lange, a Registered Dietitian from Whole Health Nutrition, will discuss the role that our digestive system plays in living a healthy life. Our digestive systems are complex and what we eat not only impacts our gut health, but our gut health can, in turn, impact all of our other body systems. Come learn the latest science in feeding our gut microbiome, what role pre and probiotic foods play in our gut health, and how to examine if a supplement is right for you.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 @ 6pm

Running Injury Free with BE Fit Physical Therapy 
 

Come learn preseason strength and conditioning exercises, as well as running form and training tips to try, errors to avoid in order to reduce your risk of common running injuries this summer. Participation encouraged, racers and recreational runners welcome.  

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 @ 6pm

Hormones and Health: Unlocking the Keys to Energy, Vitality, and Longevity with Court Vreeland

Hormones play a central role in how we feel, function, and age—but too often they’re overlooked until problems become severe. In this lecture, Dr. Court Vreeland will explore the essential hormones that impact everyday health: insulin, thyroid, cortisol, estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. You’ll learn what each of these hormones does in the body, how imbalances can affect energy, mood, metabolism, and overall vitality, and why the right testing can reveal hidden issues long before they become major problems. Most importantly, you’ll discover how understanding your hormones can help you take proactive steps toward better health, resilience, and longevity.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 @6pm 

Taking Action for Whole Health & Well Being with Lindsay Dean of Upper Valley Aquatic Center
 

Discover a new kind of wellness workshop at UVAC! Taking Action for Whole Health & Well-Being helps you create a personalized plan for thriving through life’s changes—retirement, grief, winter blues, and more. Attend this informative session to hear how it changed facilitator Lindsay Dean’s life and get a sneak peek at the June 2025 class series.

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 @ 6pm

Stretch and Flex with Morganne Young of Upper Valley Aquatic Center

Come learn what all the buzz is about! Are you looking to improve your athletic performance, perhaps participate at a higher level in team sports or just improve your golf game? Maybe you have pain that is debilitating, stretching could help to improve conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, lower back pain, joint pain and or post op. Our Stretch Coach will show you how you can help to prevent muscle imbalances that lead to injury.  Join us for this hands-on session, using tools such as foam rollers, lacrosse balls and thera guns.

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 @ 6pm

Fitness Technology with Garrett Wilson of Upper Valley Aquatic Center

Come and learn about the latest Fitness Technology from UVAC’s IT Director, Garrett! Find out the role of fitness trackers and apps in monitoring progress as well as goal setting. These sessions will highlight virtual training and online fitness communities as well as share advances in wearable technology and their benefits.