Healthy for Life Update


2017 Wellness Incentive Tier 2 Activities
In Tier 2, you'll find even more ways to get healthy as you explore the expanded set of activities that now include easy actions to empower yourself and appreciate others, like diversity and inclusion and community service opportunities. Download a full list of 2017 activities (PDF, 2.2MB) that can earn you points and help you define what wellness means to you. This document has a list of all point eligible activities along with the description, point value and direct links to the activity or location to record the activity.


Financial Wellness Seminar
Cultivating financial wellness can be as easy as completing a few steps annually. Check out the financial wellness webpage to register for a workshop and access your one-stop-shop for financial information, tools, and events.

Invest Confidently in your Future
When: May 9, 2017
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm            
Location: Ellis Library 106A and UM University Hall (Telepresence)
Registration: Online

Turn your Savings into Retirement Income
When: May 15, 2017
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm            
Location: Ellis Library 106A and UM University Hall (Telepresence)
Registration: Online

As a Healthy for Life sponsored workshop, eligible employees may earn 25 points for participation in the Financial Wellness Workshops. There are a maximum of 100 points possible for this category.


Classes on Campus

Did you know a variety of low-cost and free physical activity and stress management classes are offered on campus? View the calendar of events to find a class near you or check out a few opportunities below:

ZUMBA
Zumba!  Let it move you. You will sweat and rock yourself through salsa, cha cha, and many other world  rhythms.   You may drop some weight; but not the fun. Don't let your exercise goals take a backseat.  Join us for a dance workout suitable for all fitness levels.

When: Tuesdays, May 23, 2017 through June 27, 2017
Time: 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm

Registration: Email Susan Tharp, certified Zumba instructor, at tharps@missouri.edu to reserve your spot. A confirmation email will be sent to all participants with directions to the gym and parking information.

Cost: One-time fee of $22 for 6 sessions paid on the first night of class.

Where: Missouri Psychiatric Gym (located on the lower level of the University Hospital)

Eligible Faculty and Staff can earn up to 100 points for engaging in physical activity. Participation in physical activity classes must be self-reported in the Cerner Wellness Portal in the ‘Engage in Activity’ category to receive incentive points.


8 Ways to Get Your Energy Back

United Healthcare shares 8 ways you can increase your energy and feel less tired.

  1. Rule out health problems
  2. Get moving
  3. Strike a pose
  4. Drink plenty of water
  5. Get to bed early
  6. Keep time with your body clock
  7. Shed extra weight
  8.  Eat more often

See flyer in Ellis Library Staff Lounge (or ask Shannon Cary for copy) for more information.