The municipality of Arona hosts this course, which is part of the University Extension Courses program.  «"Arona Winter University 2026"», which will be held on January 28, 29 and 30, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Los Cristianos Cultural Center.

Goals:

• Understanding how human metabolism works and how it can be optimized through diet, movement, rest, and other daily habits.
• Identify and modify habits that negatively affect metabolic health, such as the consumption of ultra-processed foods, sedentary lifestyle, or disruption of circadian rhythms.
• To understand the impact of food on health and learn to select options that promote an efficient and balanced metabolism.
• Explore the relationship between sleep, stress, and metabolism, applying practical strategies to improve the quality of rest and reduce the impact of stress on the body.
• Promote physical activity in a sustainable way, integrating movement into daily life without the need for complex routines.
• To promote autonomy and critical thinking, providing tools based on scientific evidence for making informed decisions about one's own health.
• Design a personalized action plan that allows for gradual, sustainable changes adapted to each participant to improve their long-term well-being.

This course is for you if you want to feel more energetic, take care of your metabolism, and understand how your daily habits—what you eat, how you move, and how you sleep—can transform your health. It's designed for anyone, regardless of age or prior experience, who wants to improve their well-being through simple, science-based tools.

Academic Director: Javier Rafael Castro Hernández. Contracted Professor with a PhD. Department of Physical Medicine and Pharmacology, University of La Laguna.

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE, COMPETENCE AND RECOGNITION BY ECTS CREDIT

The University of La Laguna, through the Vice-Rectorate for Culture and University Extension, will issue a certificate of attendance to all those who attend a minimum of 80% of the scheduled in-person class hours. Likewise, those who successfully complete the independent student work will receive a certificate of attendance and achievement, which is also recognized as an ECTS credit.

Check out the program and register here.

Contact: extuni@ull.es