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SUMMARY:"Fierce in the Forest" Outdoor Physical Movement\, Nature\, Music and Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Please join me for a fun\, free outdoor workout on Saturday mornings at 9 am in the wooded park behind Haycock Elementary School in Falls Church VA! \nTime in nature\, moving our bodies\, with music and a friendly\, supportive group — YES!! \nIf it’s your first time\, please RSVP to patricia@fierceafter45.com and I’ll meet you in the parking lot at 8:50. \nYou don’t have to bring anything except layers for the weather and a water bottle. We invigorate the whole body with modifications for everyone’s level and creative activities like battling each other with foam noodles :)\, and I play fun world music and seasonal music\, requests VERY welcome! \nThe activity is about an hour including warmup and stretching\, and it’s a lovely group! \nThere is no cost for this workout; it is not an official activity\, but just an informal fun gathering to keep everyone moving and enjoy time in nature together!
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/fierce-in-the-forest-outdoor-physical-movement-nature-music-and-fun/
LOCATION:Haycock-Longfellow Park\, Falls Church\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Linderman":MAILTO:patricia@fierceafter45.com
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SUMMARY:Hike from Riverbend Park to Great Falls\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Spring is here\, let’s hike!!  And we should see bluebells in bloom! \nI co-organized this event through the Washington DC chapter of Finding Female Friends > 50. \nJoin us at 10:30 am on Sunday\, April 12 at Riverbend Park\, 8700 Potomac Hills Street\, Great Falls\, Virginia. If you’d like a ride from the East Falls Church metro station please email me at patricia@fierceafter45.com\, thank you! \nNote that if it’s a gorgeous day\, the parking lot could be full. In that case we will pivot to a different hiking plan. Please be sure we have your cell number to coordinate in that case! \nWe will hike along the beautiful Potomac River to Great Falls and back (about 3 miles total). Difficulty is easy/moderate (a few places where we need to walk on rocks and up and down small hills). \nThe hike is about an hour\, and there is time built in for anyone who wants to bring their own picnic for further socializing. \nIf rain is falling or there are high winds\, we will postpone — again\, please include your cell number when you sign up so we can reach you. \nBring: Layers\, water bottle\, sturdy hiking shoes that can handle some rocks and muddy areas\, picnic if you choose! \nNote: if you want to invite other female guests over 50 (or thereabouts)\, that would be welcome\, let us know! \nSign up on Meetup here or just message me to join\, hope to see you!
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/hike-from-riverbend-park-to-great-falls-va/
LOCATION:Riverbend Park\, 8700 Potomac Hills Street\, Great Falls\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
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CREATED:20241228T201824Z
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SUMMARY:"Fierce in the Forest" Outdoor Physical Activity\, Music\, Nature and Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Please join me for a fun\, free outdoor workout on Saturday mornings at 9 am in the wooded park behind Haycock Elementary School in Falls Church VA! \nTime in nature\, moving our bodies\, with music and a friendly\, supportive group — YES!! \nIf it’s your first time\, please RSVP to patricia@fierceafter45.com and I’ll meet you in the parking lot at 8:50. \nYou don’t have to bring anything except layers for the weather and a water bottle. We invigorate the whole body with modifications for everyone’s level and creative activities like battling each other with foam noodles :)\, and I play fun world music and seasonal music\, requests VERY welcome! \nThe activity is about an hour including warmup and stretching\, and it’s a lovely group! \nThere is no cost for this workout; it is not an official activity\, but just an informal fun gathering to keep everyone moving and enjoy time in nature together! \n 
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/fierce-in-the-forest-outdoor-physical-activity-music-nature-and-fun-2/
LOCATION:Haycock-Longfellow Park\, Falls Church\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T140000
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SUMMARY:Mindful Stretching and Laughter at Breathe Body&Mind Studio (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Please join me for a restorative hour of stretching … and laughter? Yes! \nResearch shows that gentle\, intentional laughter\, especially in a supportive group setting\, is a powerful tool for stress relief and recovery. \nYou’ll enjoy delicious\, relaxing stretches mainly lying down on the mat\, using a yoga strap\, along with mindful breathing and simple prompts for gentle laughter. \nI’m a certified Laughter Yoga leader as well as a “Pure Stretch” instructor\, and I’m looking forward to combining the two for a unique\, refreshing and cleansing modality! \nYou can join at the studio in West Springfield or online in the comfort of your own home. Cost is $25\, sign up here!  \n 
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/mindful-stretching-and-laughter-at-breathe-bodymind-studio-hybrid/
LOCATION:Breathe Body&Mind Studio\, 6350 Rolling Mill Place\, Suite 103\, West Springfield\, VA\, 22152\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Linderman":MAILTO:patricia@fierceafter45.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T150000
DTSTAMP:20260524T014655
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SUMMARY:In-Person Laughter Yoga at Nottoway Park in Vienna!
DESCRIPTION:Come experience the simple joy of Laughter Yoga with me! \nLaughter Yoga has no yoga poses and no jokes — it’s just a simple\, beneficial practice of “laughing on purpose” that gives us a long list of benefits: \n\nImproves our breathing and circulation\nReduces feelings of stress and promotes more lightness and relaxation\nCan help reduce pain and aid recovery\nHelps us feel more connected to each other\nand much more!\n\nJoin me at Nottoway Park in Vienna with a group from Finding Female Friends >50 (guests from other demographics are also welcome!). \nThere are no poses or equipment. No previous experience is necessary. The yoga part is simply deep breathing and a little mindful movement.  \nI became certified as a Laughter Yoga leader in 2022 and now lead sessions both professionally and as a volunteer. Find out more at www.laughteryoga.org. \nThere is no cost for this event\, but please email me at patricia@fierceafter45.com to join (and for details on where to meet up).  Hope to see you! \n 
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/in-person-laughter-yoga/
LOCATION:Nottoway Park\, 9537 Courthouse Road\, Vienna\, 22181\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T150000
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SUMMARY:(Free) Laughter Yoga Outdoors in Nottoway Park!
DESCRIPTION:Laughter Yoga has no yoga poses and no jokes — just gentle inspiration to “laugh on purpose” or “laugh for no reason.” \nLaughter brings us the benefits of exercise and even some more — stress relief and a sense of connection. If you don’t “feel like laughing\,” that’s when you can often benefit the most! \nIt’s a super-healthful (research-backed) practice which is also fun\, and you can participate according to your own comfort zone! (you are welcome to get a bit zany\, or not at all!) \nIt also includes some deep breathing and gentle movement. Find out more at www.laughteryoga.org . \nI’m a certified Laughter Yoga leader\, and I do it both professionally and as a volunteer. (I’ll be leading laughter at a marathon warmup the day before!) \nJoin me from 2 – 3 pm on Sunday\, May 3 in Nottoway Park to try this practice and feel the benefits! The park is just 1 mile from the Vienna metro station.\nI’ll bring large blankets so we can sit on the ground if desired (or use a picnic table). All you need is a water bottle. \nThis is event is posted on Finding Female Friends >50 group (of which I’m the local volunteer chapter leader)\, but guests outside that demographic are very welcome too! \nSign up on Meetup here or email me to join! Hope to see you!
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/free-laughter-yoga-outdoors-in-nottoway-park/
LOCATION:Nottoway Park\, 9537 Courthouse Road\, Vienna\, 22181\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T190409Z
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SUMMARY:Falling more safely? Yes! Here's how! Free Zoom workshop
DESCRIPTION:Fall prevention is so important — but sometimes we do fall. When that happens\, people will fall resilience skills (like martial artists\, parachute jumpers\, skateboarders\, etc.) are more likely to emerge with fewer injuries\, or even catch themselves as they stumble and prevent the fall. \nLet’s learn some of these skills\, at whatever level is comfortable for each of us! \nNO need to fall on the floor in this workshop — you can gently crumple into a seated position on your chair\, or you might set up your phone/computer screen near a bed or sofa for careful practice if that works for you! \nWe’ll practice catching ourselves as we stumble\, and falling more gently by crumpling\, tucking and rolling into the fall (even practicing in a chair can build important reflexes that can help us in case of a fall!). \nNotes: \n\n\nOf course there is no way to prevent all injuries\, but these techniques can contribute to reducing our risk of serious injuries like concussion and broken bones. \n\n\nThese are not ideas that we learn once and “remember\,” but skills that we can intentionally practice to create helpful reflexes in the case of an unexpected fall. \n\n\nIf you have osteoporosis or orthopedic limitations\, you’ll stick to slow\, very low-impact demonstrations\, but these can still be helpful! \n\n\nLet me know if you have any questions! I’m a personal trainer and Functional Aging Specialist\, and along with several colleagues\, I’m excited to bring these cutting-edge skills to FFF>50 and the world! \nI’ve led this workshop in person numerous times at my county rec center\, a yoga studio and a Power Over Parkinson’s group\, and it has been very well-received. This is my first time on Zoom\, so we will see how it goes! Looking forward to sharing this with you! \nSign up on Meetup here or email me to join\, hope to see you! Will be recorded — just email me for the replay!
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/falling-more-safely-yes-heres-how-free-zoom-workshop/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Linderman":MAILTO:patricia@fierceafter45.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T122500
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CREATED:20241228T233312Z
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SUMMARY:In-Person Workshop: Do More For Your Core!
DESCRIPTION:Core strength and stability are so important for ease of movement\, balance\,  and avoiding back pain. But most people aren’t sure how to train their core comfortably and effectively. In this workshop\, we’ll “explore the core” and practice a wide range of simple activities (with modifications) that you can do every day at home to strengthen and stabilize your body’s powerhouse and feel great. \nThis is a drop-in workshop; you just need admission to the rec center. It is suitable for both men and women of all ages. \n 
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/in-person-workshop-introduction-to-simple-at-home-pelvic-floor-training/
LOCATION:Providence Rec Center\, 7525 Marc Drive\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22042\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Linderman":MAILTO:patricia@fierceafter45.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T090000
DTSTAMP:20260524T014655
CREATED:20241128T112525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T175220Z
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SUMMARY:Fierce in the Forest: Nature\, Movement\, Connection and Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Join me for this fun\, free outdoor workout on Saturday mornings at 9 am in the wooded park behind Haycock Elementary School in Falls Church VA! \nTime in nature\, moving our bodies (at our own leve)\, with music and a friendly\, supportive group — YES!! \nIf it’s your first time\, please RSVP to patricia@fierceafter45.com and I’ll meet you in the parking lot at 8:50. \nYou don’t have to bring anything except layers for the weather and a water bottle. We invigorate the whole body with modifications for everyone’s level and creative activities like battling each other with foam noodles :)\, and I play fun world music and seasonal music\, requests VERY welcome! \nThe activity is about an hour including warmup and stretching\, and it’s a lovely group! \nThere is no cost for this workout; this is an informal activity\, just for fun and to keep us all moving. Please email me to join\, so I know how many are coming\, thank you and hope to see you!
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/fierce-in-the-forest-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Haycock-Longfellow Park\, Falls Church\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Linderman":MAILTO:patricia@fierceafter45.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T113000
DTSTAMP:20260524T014655
CREATED:20260408T151407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T182533Z
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SUMMARY:"Pure Stretch" drop-in class at Providence Rec Center in Falls Church
DESCRIPTION:Stretching! We benefit from it so much\, but we often skip it — I know I do! \nIn this drop-in class (no registration needed\, just admission to the rec center)\, we stretch the whole body to calm music\, breathe deeply and relax. You’ll listen to your body and what it needs today — no pressure\, just tuning in and finding your own “yes\, I needed that!!” \nWe start standing and moving gently on the mat\, transition to seated\, and then spend the entire second half of the class lying down\, using a yoga strap to help stretch our hamstrings\, hips and more. \nYou’ll feel more lightness and ease in your body and mind after this 55-minute Pure Stretch session. Hope to see you! \nThe class meets regularly at 10:30 on Tuesdays\, and there is also a great session at 10:30 on Thursdays led by another instructor. \n 
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/pure-stretch-drop-in-class-at-providence-rec-center-in-falls-church/
LOCATION:Providence Rec Center\, 7525 Marc Drive\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22042\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Linderman":MAILTO:patricia@fierceafter45.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T113000
DTSTAMP:20260524T014655
CREATED:20260520T183104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T183104Z
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SUMMARY:"Pure Stretch" drop-in class at Providence Rec Center (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Stretching! We benefit from it so much\, but we often skip it — I know I do! \nIn this drop-in class (no registration needed\, just admission to the rec center)\, we stretch the whole body to calm music\, breathe deeply and relax. You’ll listen to your body and what it needs today — no pressure\, just tuning in and finding your own “yes\, I needed that!!” \nWe start standing and moving gently on the mat\, transition to seated\, and then spend the entire second half of the class lying down\, using a yoga strap to help stretch our hamstrings\, hips and more. \nYou’ll feel more lightness and ease in your body and mind after this 55-minute Pure Stretch session. Hope to see you! \nThe class meets regularly at 10:30 on Tuesdays\, and there is also a great session at 10:30 on Thursdays led by another instructor. \n 
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/pure-stretch-drop-in-class-at-providence-rec-center-in-person/
LOCATION:Providence Rec Center\, 7525 Marc Drive\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22042\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T122500
DTSTAMP:20260524T014655
CREATED:20241122T155534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T182652Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Workshop: Breathe Better\, Move Better\, Feel Better (in person)
DESCRIPTION:With our modern posture habits and stress\, we’re often breathing in a shallow\, strained way without knowing it. \nIn this workshop you’ll learn and practice “three-dimensional” breathing that can increase our energy\, improve posture\, and even reduce back pain. We’ll also practice other special techniques we can use when you’re feeling especially stressed or need to get back to sleep. \nThis is a drop-in workshop at Providence Rec Center in Falls Church. There is no need to register\, you just pay admission to the rec center. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/breathe-your-way-to-better-health-in-person/
LOCATION:Providence Rec Center\, 7525 Marc Drive\, Falls Church\, VA\, 22042\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Linderman":MAILTO:patricia@fierceafter45.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T140000
DTSTAMP:20260524T014655
CREATED:20241121T164449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T185453Z
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SUMMARY:Free Zoom Workshop: Pelvic Floor Strength Training!
DESCRIPTION:It’s hidden away in a private area of the body\, and it’s often neglected. But the pelvic floor actually forms the base of our core\, and it is key to our quality of life! \nJoin me for a 1-hour workshop where we’ll learn and practice simple pelvic floor strength training techniques that are easy to incorporate in your daily routine\, and can help reverse or prevent problems like leaks\, urgency\, excessive frequency\, tightness\, and getting up more than once at night. \nWhat to bring: Please have a squishy ball or cushion that you can squeeze between your thighs. \nThis online workshop is aimed at women of all ages\, and it’s free with truly optional donations. \nSign up here and please share with other women! Hope to see you!
URL:https://fierceafter45.com/event/introduction-to-simple-at-home-pelvic-floor-training/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Patricia Linderman":MAILTO:patricia@fierceafter45.com
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