Join a motivational talk by TV presenter and breast-cancer patients ambassador Fadia Al Taweel in honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Following the talk, there will be a session offering health tips, a Walk in Pink from 11am to noon and then free consultations and screening sessions at Mediclinic throughout the day. Thursday, from 9am to 10am for the talk at Courtyard by Marriott; 10am to 11pm for health tips at Courtyard by Marriott; 11am to noon for Walk in Pink through The Mall at World Trade Center Abu Dhabi; noon to 9pm for free consultations and screening sessions at Mediclinic, The Mall at World Trade Center Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, www.facebook.com/WTCAD
Get running with the Nike+ Run Club. The Friday morning Ready, Set, Go sessions are specifically geared toward novice runners, and focus on the fundamentals for running the first mile. The programme is led by Nike Head Coaches and the club allows runners to unlock their full potential and share the experience with a supportive collective. Friday, 8.04am, Burj Park, Dubai, register at www.gonike.me/NRCdubai
Take part in Morning Pop Up: Stretch It Out Yoga Flow at Bodytree Studio and start the weekend off with a good stretch session. Led by Michelle Alistoun, the class is set to find the level of stretch that is just right, giving emphasis to tighter areas of the body prone to tension, especially the shoulders, spine and hips. Friday, 9am to 10.30am, Dh95 per person, includes a juice from Nectar, Bodytree Studio, Abu Dhabi, 02 443 4448, info@bodytreestudio.com
Attend Unleash & Unwind as #theADmovement and The Mama Bear Club host a free healthy funfair for woman, mothers and children, where attendees can unleash their inner child through fun fitness activities, including jump fit, football drills, mat Pilates, functional mobility and more. Or unwind with complimentary massages, colour therapy, meditative yoga and more. Plus enjoy pop-up shops and healthy food and beverage vendors showcasing local brands. Saturday, 10am to 2pm, free, open to all females and boys up to age 8, The Domes, Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi, www.facebook.com/theadmovement.ae
Register now for the Beat Diabetes Walk. This 3km event aims to raise awareness about diabetes in the region and includes free blood glucose tests, fitness challenges, Zumba, and yoga and dance routines, in addition to a DJ, live entertainment and healthy snacks. November 18, gates open at 7am, walk begins at 8am, Dh20 for ages 14 and older; Dh10 for ages 8-14; free for ages 7 and under, Zabeel Park, Dubai, register by November 15 at www.beatdiabetes.me