Earn your 2014 Wellness Incentive in your May paycheck by completing just two easy steps!

In 2014 active UM medical plan subscribers can earn your $100 Wellness Incentive in your final May paycheck by completing two simple steps: your online personal health assessment and health screening. Plus, we’ve implemented a new, easier to use Cerner Health account that allows you to track your weight, exercise and food goals, participate in wellness workshops and connect with a dietician or trainer with the click of a button. Once screening dates are announced mid-December, you’ll be able to schedule your health screening through your Cerner Health account.

Step 1: Complete your Personal Health Assessment (PHA). Start by creating your Cerner Health Account, or log into your existing account by visiting https://www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu. You’ll be able to complete your Personal Health Assessment and learn more about your health risks.

Step 2: Complete your Health Screening. You can schedule your free health screening at a convenient time and location on campus through your Cerner Health account. Or you can visit your doctor. You can use results from your annual physical exam obtained May 1, 2013 through April 30, 2014.

New Fitness classes have started—it’s not too late to join!

Start 2014 off in a healthy way by enrolling in one or more of the fitness classes being offered to faculty and staff members. Some of the classes include yoga, pilates, zumba, and strength conditioning. Please check out the website at http://www.umsystem.edu/curators/wellness/classes_mu If you have any questions please email Sarah Ellis at elliss@umsystem.edu

Jan. 17-Feb. 21 (Fridays): Zumba. Quarterdeck, Room QD251.Class meets every Friday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Please register and the cost is $24 for the series or $5 drop-in fee. Class is taught by Megan Jones. If you have questions, email Megan at jones.megan004@gmail.com

Jan. 6-Mar. 10 (Mondays): Pilates.  Townsend, Room 223. On Feb. 17 class will meet in Townsend 109. Class meets every Monday from 12:10-12:50p.m. Class is taught by Tina Price. No registration is needed. Fee: $3 per class. If you have questions, email Tina at  PriceT@missouri.edu

Jan. 8-Mar. 12 (Wednesdays): Pilates.  Townsend, Room 223. Class meets every Wednesday from 12:10-12:50p.m. Class is taught by Tina Price. No registration is needed. Fee: $3 per class. If you have questions, email Tina at  PriceT@missouri.edu

·         Weds Jan 22 – meets in Towns. 222

·         Weds Jan 29 – meets in Towns. 222

·         Weds Feb 26 –meets in Towns. 222

Gentle Yoga (Tuesdays & Thursdays): Ongoing. Dalton Research Center. Class meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:10-12:50 p.m. $3 per class; pay by month for one or two days a week (average cost $27 or $15 per month) Class is taught by Sandy Matsuda. If you have questions, email Sandy Matsuda at matsudaS@missouri.edu

Jan. 6-Feb. 10 (Mondays): Gentle Yoga. Quarterdeck, Room QD251.Class meets every Monday from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Registration is needed with a minimum of 8 students. The cost is $18 for 6 week series. Class is taught by Sandy Matsuda. If you have questions, email Sandy at matsudaS@missouri.edu

 

ROC 7K Trail Run

The race will start and finish near the Antimi Shelter at Cosmo Park.  The event is $25 through 1/24 and $30 on race day (people can register at the event).  All registered racers will receive a knit hat embroidered with the event logo.  This event is timed and age group awards will be included. Anyone who wants to try trail running should join us.  There is plenty of time to finish (even if you walk) and it is a great way to learn more about beautiful Rhett's Run.  For a map link and registration link visit http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/. See attached flyer for additional details.

 

Tip to tell the difference between the cold and the flu

“The flu season has many people worried about coming down with illness. However, it is a good idea to run through a checklist of symptoms to be sure that what’s bugging you is the flu and not a common cold or bacterial pneumonia.” Interested in reading more on this article published by Missouri Extension following the link at http://missourifamilies.org/features/healtharticles/health48.htm

 

Start planning your retirement now—make an appointment to discuss your future.
1-on-1 Financial Consultations are available with our trusted financial representatives from Fidelity or TIAA-CREF for free. These confidential, individual sessions help you map out your financial future based on your goals. We have appointments available in January, February and March. Schedule a time that works best for you at a convenient location here on campus. These appointments fill up quickly, so be sure to secure yours today!

Fidelity

To meet with a Fidelity Retirement Representative, you may call 1-800-642-7131 or visit www.fidelity.com/atwork/reservations to make an online reservation.

TIAA-CREF
To meet with a TIAA-CREF Retirement Representative (403(b) plan only), you may call 1-800-732-8353 or visit www.tiaa-cref.org/schedulenow to make an online reservation.