This TOPS Chapter is open to the general public (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)  The main focus of this chapter is for MEN and WOMEN who are Post-Op Weight Loss Surgery Recipients, Past the Honeymoon Period. If you are a Veteran Weight Loss Surgery Patient who is struggling to maintain your weight loss or have watched the poinds creep up and feel devastated, alone,  with no place to turn . Then this your way back HOME This is open to any procedure ( RNY, Lap-band or Sleeve etc.), any length of time o …

Group fitness is a great way to stay motivated and lose weight! I wanted to start this meetup to help Fairfield county residents lose weight with our bootcamp classes! It's easy to join, the workouts will be tough but you'll feel great after and you'll lose weight and tone up! I'll also provide you with the nutritional/meal plan tools you'll need to accelerate your weight loss!

Attention Frustrated Fitness Fan! This group is for You! Are you a health and fitness enthusiast excited to take it to the next level or have you tried every fitness or diet trend without getting the results you want and deserve? Ari Friedman, Newtown and Southbury Connecticut's premier Healthy Lifestyle Coach, Personal Trainer, Nutrition expert and Owner of Sunshine Health and Fitness will be putting together fun, informative and most importantly, effective seminars specifically designed to ed …

This meetup group is based on the book by Donna Gates, The Body Ecology, recovering your health and rebuilding your immunity. In this group we will learn about food combining, how to rebuild a healthy gut and to eliminate inflammation in your system. To once and for all get healthy, but losing weight is not just about food, we will also cover the emotional aspects that contribute to ill health. Balance of body, mind and spirit brings vibrant health to the whole being.

I decided to start this group as many of the wellness groups in the area do not have regular meetups and I would love to encourage the growth of the natural/holistic community through discussions, workshops, and other events. I encourage everybody to join who is passionate about their health, looking for health and wellness related events, curious about what natural health/wellness/holistic lifestyle is all about, or seeking natural health and wellness or alternative healing for yourself or a f …

Hi, I'm Charlie Hubert and I'm very passionate about achieving the best in health and fitness for myself and others. I want to feel the very best I can and help others to do the same. I started this walking group to get people in the Berlin, New Britain, Meriden, Newington, Farmington, West Hartford and surrounding areas to come outside and experience the great parks and beautiful countryside that we sometimes forget we have. Although getting inspired to begin a diet and exercise routine can be …

This group is for women who want to get fit, push themselves, learn self defense, and have a kick ass time doing it! More than just a work out, kickboxing is a way to feel empowered and strong, all while getting in shape, meeting other people, embracing inner power, and having fun. Everyone trains at their own pace, so this group is perfect for people who are just trying to get into shape and for total workout fanatics. Try something different! Classes incorporate real Muay Thai fighting techniq …

Welcome to the CT Sports Social Club – with the perfect combination of Sports and Sporting events combined with Social and Party Events – so you can stay active and healthy, have a great time, meet new people and make new friends who enjoy exercise and being healthy and active – just like you! There is no better feeling than being a member of the winning team – except for you victory celebration party after the event. Keep your body in optimal shape, pump up your adrenaline and metabolism. Lose …

"This is a group interested in exercise, working out, weight loss, strength training, adding lean muscle and cardiovascular exercise, etc . I started this group to teach people the positive roll working out and being active has on your life. You can feel years younger and be full of energy, while becoming a much healthier person. Looking forward to meeting beginners and busy professionals who want to find out more on fitness and nutrition."

Starting April 2nd from 6:30 - 7:30pm we will be meeting on Monday's and Wednesday's at the Bethany Lutheran Church for 8 weeks to get our Body's Back!!!! 16 Boot Camp type classes, nutritional guidance and personal coaching. This is for women only!!! Leave feeling stronger than ever!!!

Are you in your fifties plus and want to get together for socializing, light to moderate health and fitness? Then lets get together and share ideas as to what we might want to do. If you're tired of doing things alone and would like others to accompany you to events, movies, dinner, walks, any activity then lets get out there and enjoy ourselves!! Open to any and all suggestions. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Are you interested in transforming your health and weight through a nutritious eating plan and healthy lifestyle? The Processed-Free Living support group can greatly increase your chances for success. Dee McCaffrey, founder of Processed-Free America and author of The Science of Skinny, lost 100 pounds and has kept the weight off for over 20 years by staying away from processed foods—and through giving and receiving support to others who are on the same path. The Science of Skinny details her jou …

Joining is simple and membership is free!  We are a friendly group of bike enthusiasts! Casual, relaxed rides for fun and recreation all over the Farmington Valley/Hartford/Manchester area. See great neighborhoods, beautiful scenery and meet great people too! So if you feel it is more than just the bike ride that matters, then this group is for you. This group is for cyclists who are least 18 years of age, looking for fun, fellowship and fitness. It's not about cool gear or speed - this is all …

This club is intended for people who desire fast-paced walks to music (personal IPods), that will range from 3-10 miles in length. At about 16-18 minutes per mile, the walks will take place in various areas of Longmeadow as well as at Skinner Mountain in South Hadley. I am also planning overnight camping trips in Cape Cod (Nickerson State Park), where we will continue our fast-paced walks on the seemingly endless shores of Nauset Beach. Of interest, is that on selected walks, we will do very sho …

Calling all young professionals and recent college graduates! You've spent a decade exercising your mind to attend a great university, land that great corporate job, or build your business...(and the list goes on!). NOW is the time for a FULL BODY MAKEOVER! Let your outward appearance reflect your inner beauty thru fitness and proper nutrition. FBM is a group designed for 20-something New Haven residents who are ready to embrace CHANGE! Let's work together and support one another on fitness, wei …

Health 2.0 Hartford is a non-profit local chapter of the national Health 2.0 organization.  The focus of this chapter is to provide a forum for discussing ways of improving Healthcare using Web 2.0 technologies.  At our meetings we will discuss innovations within the Healthcare space and showcase Healthcare technology companies.  Furthermore, we will explore mhealth, PMR/EMR (Personal Health Records/Electronic Medical Records), and the role Social media plays in improving Patient experience. All …

Local Co-ed biking group ages 21 and up to ride bikes in a group setting. This is a non competitive group that is created to build social networks of bike riders. The idea is to get people out and form a "Trail Riding Community" statewide.  We are related to the other social bike riding group, Casual Bikers based out of Simsbury. http://www.meetup.com/Casual-Bikers/ You will find many members here on there and rides shared between the two groups. L.T.R.A offers rail trail and mountain biking rid …

THIS A GROUP FOR THE COUCH POTATOES WHO WANT TO GO OUT ON SATURDAY AFTERNOON FOR 1 HOUR OR TWO. THIS A NATURE WALK A EASY PACE FOR EVERBODY. WE WILL MEET ONCE A MONTH.STEADY RAIN CANCELS EVENT. EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Children laugh often and easily. But as we grow up, we tend to laugh less and feel more stressed. If you want to feel like a kid again, try our Laughter Club. You’ll experience deeper joy and relaxation. You’ll meet other people who want more fun and laughter in their lives.  And you will feel blissful and excited to be alive! We practice Laughter Yoga, which involves intentional laughter, simple games, and deep breathing. Don't worry -- no special flexibility required. Laughter Yoga is a very s …

These are interesting times to be alive with and we have the opportunity today, right now, to change what occurs by the choices we are making and the questions we are asking. What is your target? My name is Susan Lazar Hart, Relationship Counselor, Personal Coach and Licensed Access Facilitator, and as I continue to teach classes, travel the globe and work with clients to create more ease and joy in their lives, I ask this question: What else is possible? My target is to spread consciousness to …

Sometimes it is easier to go for a run or walk if someone does it with you. The trouble is that it can be hard to find that someone. So, we here at Fleet Feet Sports decided to formally host meet-up runs at various times during the week including: Mon & Wed @ 6am: about 10-15 runners, mostly women - paces from 9-11 min/mile Wed @ 6:30pm: about 20-30 runners - all ages and paces Thurs @ 6:30pm: Track Workout at St. Joseph College (40-60 people, all ages and abilities) Sat mornings - several group …

This running group is open to everyone, newbies who have never run before and looking to start, weekend joggers, or seasoned marathoners looking for the renewed inspiration that comes from the companionship of other runners sharing their passion for this sport. It's all about making friends who run and running with friends we make. We'll share our knowledge on exercise, weight loss, gear, training tips and techniques, racing, injury prevention and recovery, all while sharing a good run. Distan …

Are you a mom looking to get back in shape after having a baby but don't want to pay for a babysitter? Baby Boot Camp is for you! Baby Boot Camp classes combine strength-training exercises with cardiovascular drills in 60-minute sessions. Pilates, yoga and abdominal exercises help improve core strength. Classes are taught by a nationally certified personal trainer with a specialty in pre- and post- natal fitness. Classes will be held Monday, Wednesday and Friday at The Shoppes at Farmington Vall …

As society moves toward a holistic approach to healing, balancing the energy of the human body is becoming more widely accepted as a viable and necessary way to maintain health. The goal of this group's meetups will be to provide opportunities to experience a variety of energy healing modalities for self and group healing. If you are a healing practioner and would like to have your event posted on this site, please contact me via email with pertinent information about the event. Together, we can …

Are you interested in walking for exercise? Are you located in Eastern Connecticut? This group is designed for all of us "East of the River" looking for cool places to walk throughout the year. Everyone is welcome!

If you are interested in an active lifestyle and want to continue and protect your health you may want to check out our group. We offer: WELL Read: Our monthly book club related to health and fitness. WELL Said: Expert presentations on specific health topics i.e.,  Optimized Structure For Optimal Performance:How Optimized Structure Can Help You Be The Very Best Runner With The Least Amount Of Injuries. WELL Informed: Expert panel discusses on topical and controversial health topics i.e., Pal …

This group is for anyone interested in getting into the best shape of your life at any age through fitness and dance! Looking forward to sharing my experience and passion of both with you!

We choose to take control of our lives and live a healthy lifestyle!  We are here to support each other in our efforts to improve ourselves, through healthy eating, exercise and a positive attitude. Let's use this site to post recipes, exercise tips, track our progress and support each other.