Wellness countdown to 2022 — 4. Take advantage of ClassPass on-demand audio, video workouts

Editor’s note: Here’s to a healthier 2022!

Let’s face it…it hasn’t been an easy year, with the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to impact day-to-day lives.

In August 2020, an ADA Health Policy Institute survey on the impact of COVID-19 on dentists under the age of 35 found that 87% reported experiencing anxiety and 55% reported experiencing depression. In the same survey, 55% were not familiar with mental health and other supportive services; and over 30% were not comfortable seeking out mental health services for themselves or team members. Early indications from the 2021 health survey show continued mental health concerns for dentists, including anxiety and depression.

Let’s count down the last busy days of 2021 by highlighting wellness resources and tips the ADA has to offer — from toolkits on workplace wellness and videos on ergonomics to webinars and fact sheets on mental health.

4. Take advantage of ClassPass on-demand audio, video workouts

ADA Member Advantage announced May 14 it endorsed ClassPass, which allows Association members free access to over 4,000 hours of on-demand audio and video workouts.
   
The endorsement of ClassPass, a monthly subscription service that provides access to tens of thousands of different studios, gyms and wellness offerings in over 2,500 cities worldwide, also allows ADA members to receive 10% off on in-person class packages.
   
By signing up for a ClassPass membership, ADA members will have free access to its digital library which includes on-demand classes focused on strength, cardio, barre, Pilates, yoga, meditation and more.
   
Members also have the option to sign up for an exclusive 10% discount to receive credits each month that can be used for live-streamed or in person classes and wellness experiences like meditation, sauna, acupuncture, massages, facials, manicures and more. The amount of credits needed to book a live class or wellness experience will vary depending on location and membership plan, according to ADA Member Advantage. Some examples of live classes at participating studios and gyms include yoga, cycling, and martial arts.
   
For more information on the ClassPass network, visit classpass.com . To sign up and take advantage of the program, ADA members can visit ADA.org/classpass and enter the code “ADA2021” in the field that requests a company code.