Massage Therapy Available
De-stress this season with massage therapy! Licensed Massage Therapist Jeff Rioux provides clinical massage therapy in his office at University Hospital (GL-20). He also provides department chair massage in three-hour blocks. To schedule an individual appointment or chair massage, call Healthy for Life at 884-1312.

If you’d like to buy a gift certificate, stop by Medtique Gift Shop in University Hospital or the Healthy for Life office at 205 Heinkel Building on campus, OR  drop a check in campus mail to 205 Heinkel Building specifying the length of session you want. Make checks payable to Healthy for Life.

Walking Groups—Pedometer ProgramHas 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. If you start a group, contact Jenny Workman at WorkmanJL@umsystem.edu.

Walk your way to good health!  Faculty and staff can purchase pedometers 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, MU. For more information, click here.

Workplace Fitness Opportunities
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.

• June 20 & 27: Yin Yang Session A. Memorial Union, rooms vary. Class meets from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $6. Class targets the connective tissues and joints. Mat is recommended but not necessary. Registration is required and can be done by emailing Ashley Jenkins.
• July 18 & 25: Yin Yang Session B. Memorial Union, rooms vary. Class meets from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $6. Class targets the connective tissues and joints. Mat is recommended but not necessary. Registration is required and can be done by emailing Ashley Jenkins.
• June 21-July 26: Core. Memorial Union, rooms vary. Class meets on Tuesdays from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $15. Class emphasizes strengthening, lengthening and defining the mid-section. Mat is recommended but not necessary. Registration is required and can be done by emailing Ashley Jenkins.
• June 22-July 27: Foundations of Power Vinyasa. Memorial Union, rooms vary. Class meets Wednesdays from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $18 for the six-week session. Mat is recommended but not necessary. Registration is required and can be done by emailing Ashley Jenkins.
• July 1-29: Yoga Flow Sampler. University Hospital, School of Nursing, Room N265. Class meets on Fridays from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $15 for the five-week session. ‘Flowing’ can be between poses, or the simple movement of breath. A complete workout containing cardiovascular work, strength, and flexibility. A mat is recommended but not required. All levels are welcome. Try something new with no long-term commitment. Minimum 10 participants to hold session. Click here to sign up with Rebecca Mars.

Stress-Reduction Meditation
Research over the past two decades suggests that engaging in a regular mindfulness meditation practice can reduce stress and enhance overall psychological and physical wellbeing.  Find out for yourself by taking advantage of the sitting meditation sessions across campus each week. All faculty and staff are welcome on a drop-in basis, and no previous experience with meditation is necessary. If you can’t make the noon time sitting meditation group, consider listening to one of the audio recordings.  Join Healthy for Life for one of the following times and locations:

• Mondays: Heinkel Building, Room 10 (12:15-12:45 p.m.
• Wednesdays: Law School Bldg (Hulston Hall), Room 222 (1:15-1:45 p.m.)

Share your Success Story
Do you have wellness success story that may motivate others to become healthier? Have you stopped smoking, lost weight, or decreased stress in your life? If so, we would love to hear about it! E-mail Melissa Willett with your accomplishments or give her a call at (573) 884-1397.