Weight Watchers Open House: Clark Hall, MU Campus
Join Weight Watchers on Nov. 17th at Clark Hall, Room 542 at 12:15 p.m. No need for pre-registration, just show up! This group has lost more than 500 pounds and four members have reached their lifetime goal. The 13-week series is open to everyone and costs $156. Faculty & Staff who miss no more than once receive a 25% rebate through Healthy for Life. Payment options are available–cash, check or credit card. Weight Watchers fees are fully reimbursable through the Flexible Spending Account with appropriate medical documentation. Visit Healthy for Life’s website for more information.
Workplace Fitness Opportunities—Fall Semester
Take advantage of these classes that fit your budget. Full payment is due at the beginning of the first class and space is limited. Please contact the instructor directly to register or for questions. All classes are designed so that exercises can be performed in work clothes.
Healthy for Life Fitness Class Registration Policy:
- Reserving your space in a class requires a payment of the entire session.
- Payment must be paid in full due on the first class and cannot be divided.
- If you miss a class, you cannot make it up in another class.
- If you choose to join a session in progress, it is your responsibility to pay the full registration fee.
- Drop-ins are not allowed.
Please respect this policy so that we may continue to enjoy physical education sessions for the bargain.
Please note that each instructor is a private contractor. They are not paid by the University of Missouri but are willing to offer faculty and staff a very discounted rate.
- Drop In, ongoing: Lunchtime-Me Time Strength Conditioning. Ellis Library, Room 4F51. Class meets every Monday from 12:15-12:45 p.m. and costs $1 for each class. No registration is needed and class is taught by Nani Fudge. If you have questions, click here to email Nani.
- Drop In, ongoing: Lunchtime-Me Time Strength Conditioning. Ellis Library, Room 4F51. Class meets every Wednesday from 12:15-12:45 p.m. and costs $1 for each class. No registration is needed and class is taught by Nani Fudge. If you have questions, click here to email Nani.
- Nov. 9-Dec. 14 (no class Nov. 23): Well Defined Arm. Physics Library Room 223. Class meets Tuesdays from 1:10-1:50 p.m. $10 for the five-week session. Pre-registration required last day to register is Nov. 5. All levels welcome, options for all. Click here to sign up with Ashley Jenkins.
- Nov. 11-Dec.9 (no class Nov. 25): Core Conditioning. Lewis Hall Room 3. Class meets Thursdays from 12:10-12:50 p.m. $8 for four-week session. Pre-registration required, last day to register is Nov. 9. All levels welcome, options for all. Click here to sign up with Ashley Jenkins.
- Nov. 18-Dec. 16: Holiday Help. Ellis Library Room 4G41. Class meets Thursdays from 11:10 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. $8 for the 4 week session (no class on Thanksgiving, 11/25). Perhaps you cruise through this time of year stress free with ease. Perhaps you don’t. Either way, come release stress and learn techniques to squeeze in fitness and relaxation into your day on your own minimal time for this time-crunched season. Classes will include a combination of various styles of exercise, from yoga to full body strength work. All levels welcome, options for all. Click here to sign up with Rebekka Mars.
- Nov. 29-Dec. 20: Yoga. Missouri Psychiatric Gym. Class meets on Mondays from 12:10 to 12:50 and costs $8 for the four-week session. Hatha Yoga class includes breath control, postures for flexibility, toning, and strengthening, as well as relaxation techniques. Class is suitable for all levels. Instructor emphasizes individual’s needs in correct posture and balance in these areas. Pre-registration is required and registration deadline is Nov. 27. Click here to sign up with Kate Walker.
- Dec. 3-Dec. 10: Yoga. Missouri Psychiatric Gym. Class meets on Fridays from 12:10 to 12:50 and costs $6 for the three-week session. Hatha Yoga class includes breath control, postures for flexibility, toning, and strengthening, as well as relaxation techniques. Class is suitable for all levels. Instructor emphasizes individual’s needs in correct posture and balance in these areas. Pre-registration is required and registration deadline is Dec. 1. Click here to sign up with Kate Walker.
Come Join the Celebration
The Health Connection, University of Missouri; School of Health Professions is celebrating 20 years! Join them for these great activities on the Stephens College Campus, Hillcrest Hall:
- Nov. 8th-12th: Free access to THC gym & classes to all non-members; daily give-a-ways
- Nov. 12th: Anniversary Party 9-11 a.m. with guest speaker Dean Richard Oliver
For More Information call: 573-882-1718
Million Step Pedometer Program
Walk your way to good health! Pedometers can be purchased for $15, and a full refund is given at the completion of one million steps. To purchase a pedometer, send a check for $15 (our cost, made payable to Healthy for Life) to 205 Heinkel building. For more information, click here.
Has your department always wanted to start a walking challenge, but didn’t know where to begin? Now is your chance! Healthy for Life has Walking Tool Kits hot off the press that will provide you with the tools to begin a walking group or walking challenge in your department. Get your colleagues moving, building camaraderie, and getting healthy. If you would like a copy of the Walking Tool Kit sent to you through campus mail, please email Dee Sanders.