Growing Healthier – Mind, Body and Soul

Published June 25th 2019


8th Annual Health Wellness & Lifestyle Expo 2019
Presented by WABC-TV
 Special Thanks to Stamford Health, Exclusive Healthcare Partner
HARBOR POINT BOARDWALK, STAMFORD, CT, SEPTEMBER 14-15
 
Experience an extraordinary, life-changing two-day event at the 8th Annual Health Wellness & Lifestyle Expo 2019 presented by WABC-TV with special thanks to Stamford Health, Exclusive Healthcare Partner at its NEW location – the Harbor Point Boardwalk in Stamford, CT.  Expo 2019 will feature over 150 exhibitors in addition to Stamford Health, group yoga, dance and fitness classes featuring top fitness instructors from throughout the area, 11 different zones showcasing pet wellness, healthy restaurants, food and beverages, activewear, organic craft beer, wine, and spirits, live music, and a kids zone featuring interactive and educational activities.  Admission and parking are FREE. 
 
 “Stamford Health will offer fun health-related activities for people of all ages,” said Audrey Wise, Executive Director, Marketing and Communications, Stamford Health. “Our doctors, nurses and other team members are looking forward to engaging with the community in new and exciting ways.” 
 
The official event beneficiary is Stamford Health’s KIDS’ FANS (Fitness and Nutrition Services) program which promotes childhood wellness, obesity prevention, and physical activity using a hands-on curriculum taught at area public schools, summer camps, after-school programs. KIDS’ FANS is designed to make learning about healthy eating and regular exercise engaging and interactive for children pre-K to high school age. Purchase $5 Raffle Tickets to support Stamford Health’s KIDS’ FANS at the Welcome Tents.
 
Throughout the weekend, attendees can look forward to a live, exciting, and interactive experience with Billy Blanks of Tae Bo® fame and Billy Blanks Jr of Dance It Out®, as seen on ABC TV’S Shark Tank. The father-son dynamic fitness duo, presenting together for the first time in over 20 years, will bring their energy of movement, healing, and transformation to Expo 2019. Adding to this year’s event is the Yoga & Stretching Zone and Dance & Fitness Zone which features a schedule of exhilarating and motivating fitness classes led by top instructors from Support Sponsor Equinox, as well as classes with Dr. Tanvi Yoga, Samurai Fit, Belly and Body, Edge Fitness, Club Sweat, Title Boxing, Enjoy Community Wellness, Exhale, and more!
Sign-up or just show-up – visit www.hwl-expos.com/schedule
 
Also joining this year’s exciting line-up of talent is Sam Ryan, Emmy-award winning Sports Anchor and Reporter for ABC 7 New York. Meet Sam on Saturday, September 14.  
 
Weekend highlights include; Stamford Health, Exclusive Healthcare Partner, will be on site with their team from the Health & Fitness Institute, and provide Stop the Bleed and hands-free CPR education, Sports Rehab activities, women’s health information and more; Pet Wellness Zone sponsored by Cornell University Veterinary Specialists featuring Pets on Parade presented by Adopt-A-Dog; creative and interactive activities in the Kids Zone sponsored by Stepping Stones Museum for Children, which includes Code Ninja games and fun with StamfordMoms.com and GreenwichMoms.com; learn about free nutritional services with registered dieticians from Support Sponsor Grade A ShopRite; and unlock the KEY to Financial Wellness at the Red Key promotion with Official Bank Sponsor Key Bank. Pick up a key at any Expo Welcome tent and see if it unlocks the Financial Wellness Trunk of prizes at Key Bank's exhibitor space.  
 
Visit with Support Sponsors Fairfield University Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies’ nursing students and faculty and learn about Cassena Care at Stamford and their short and long term rehabilitation programs to promote holistic wellness.
 
Stop by the Eco-Friendly Wine and Spirits Zone and enjoy samples from Harbor Point Wine & Spirits and Val's Putnam Wines & Liquors. Enjoy activewear fashions and sales from Athleta, Vineyard Vines, Daisy-Bella.com, Fjallraven, Peach, Runner’s Roost and Skube.me.  The first 100 attendees on both Saturday and Sunday to visit the Expo will receive a free pass from Community Partner RPM Raceway!
 
For the most up to date exhibitor list, fitness schedule, music schedule, food offerings, and expo highlights visit: www.HWL-EXPOS.com
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The Boardwalk at Harbor Point: 1 Harbor Point Road, Stamford, CT
FREE ADMISSION AND PARKING