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torrancememorial.org PULSE | 21 CA L E N DA R NOVEMBER 19 INNER CORE FITNESS 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Classes focus on awareness, imagery and relaxation exercises. This revolutionary program uses neuromuscular retraining (imagery and visualization techniques) coupled with anatomy awareness to trigger an involuntary activation of your inner core. You will learn how to relieve tension and stress by moving the right part of your body and to strengthen your inner corset, which is responsible for the peeing, the pain and the pooch. Minimal movement, so it's perfect for those women who are unable to do regular exercise due to: back, knee, hip or shoulder pain; leaking urine; prolapse; hernias; or those who simply want flatter abs and better sex without pills, pads, surgery or Kegels. Fee is $30. WHERE: Health Education Center, 3105 Lomita Blvd., Torrance INFO/REGISTER: torrancememorial.org/classes; 310-517-4711 DECEMBER 4 HOLIDAY STROLL 5 to 9 p.m. Get a jump on your holiday shopping to support local South Bay businesses, starting with this Redondo Beach event. Highlights include a parade (complete with marching bands), lights, decorations and a visit from Santa Claus. WHERE: Riviera Village South Catalina Ave., Avenue 1 and Elena Street, Redondo Beach INFO: rivieravillageredondo.org NOVEMBER 24 37TH ANNUAL HARRY SUTTER MEMORIAL TURKEY TROT 3-MILE FUN RUN. 8 a.m. The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the entire family to participate in our Annual Harry Sutter Memorial Turkey Trot Fun Run. This 3-mile fun run will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving morning. Aer the fun run, there will be a spectacular post- run prize drawing for mountain bikes, dinner vouchers, gym memberships and many other outstanding prizes. $25 early registration includes commemorative Turkey Trot shirt. WHERE: Sam's Club parking lot, 2601 Skypark Dr., Torrance INFO: torranceca.gov/Parks/20996.htm or call 310-618-2930 NOVEMBER 30, DECEMBER 7, 14 MANAGING HOLIDAY STRESS 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy gentle stretching, breathing and movement to music to diminish holiday stress. Add in scents of the season for relaxation. We'll finish with a cup of herbal tea to send us on our merry way! $25 for the three-week series. WHERE: Health Education Center, 3105 Lomita Blvd., Torrance INFO/REGISTER: torrancememorial.org/classes; 310-517-4711 FEBRUARY 8, 15, 22 MARCH 1, 8, 15 CAREGIVER TRAINING: PART I 6:15 to 8:45 p.m. This class will explore: understanding the how-tos of housing options, stress connected to caregiving, medication management, advocacy, transfers, mobility and more. Certificate awarded. $50 for the six-week series. WHERE: Health Education Center, 3105 Lomita Blvd., Torrance INFO/REGISTER: torrancememorial.org/classes; 310-517-4711 JANUARY 6, 13, 20, 27 FEBRUARY 3, 10, 17, 24 YOGA FOR FIBROMYALGIA 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fibromyalgia is a disorder of chronic widespread pain and muscle tenderness. Patients suffer from fatigue, non-restorative sleep, thinking difficulty, stiffness and mood disturbances. This is a very gentle restorative series of classes with slow, calming movements to help relax the body and mind. Emphasis will be on increasing your range of motion, slowly loosening cramped muscles and decreasing pain. We also use breathing techniques, guided visualization and relaxing poses to help release endorphins, which are the body's natural painkillers. All levels welcome. Fee $72. WHERE: Health Education Center, 3105 Lomita Blvd., Torrance INFO/REGISTER: torrancememorial.org/classes; 310-517-4711