Ever wanted to start a new healthy behavior and stick with it?

Do you want to:

• be more active?
• manage stress better?
• improve your diet?
• lower your blood pressure or cholesterol?
• lower your blood sugar?

Act Healthy is a research study for MU employees sponsored by Healthy for Life: T.E. Atkins UM Wellness Program. Research participants will be eligible to receive a total of $40 in gift cards. For more information, see the flyer and the study consent form. If you wish to sign up for the study after reading the study details, register for an orientation meeting, which will be held the first week of June, by visiting www.regonline.com/acthealthyorientationmeeting.  Last day to sign up is May 31, 2013.  Contact Mary Clark, RN, with questions at (573) 884-1439 or clarkmj@umsystem.edu.

Manage or prevent chronic illness, pain, anxiety, depression–register now for the stress-reduction class

The wellness program offers eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes at minimal cost to employees looking to manage today’s busy lifestyles in a healthy way. You will learn mindfulness meditation, yoga, and body scan as well as important information about stress, communication, and wellness.

• Orientation: Wednesday, June 5 (Memorial Union) at 5:00 p.m.
• Class: Wednesdays (June 12-July 31) 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. *June 26 class will be from 6-8 p.m.
• Retreat: Saturday, July 20 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
• Cost: $40 for faculty, staff, retirees and spouses/partners. ($20 refunded with full participation)

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy.  Register by contacting Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

 

Get out of the “clean your plate” club:

Register for Summer Eat for Life Online Course

Discover the benefits of an innovative approach to weight management through the Eat for Life course.  This 10-week program uses mind-body practices (meditation and yoga), mindful and intuitive eating, skills training, and group support to guide you in making lifestyle changes. If you have a history of chronic dieting, have rigid “healthy” rules about eating, or find yourself eating when you’re stressed, bored, or unhappy, this may be the program for you.

 

• Online Orientation: week of May 31
• Online Class: week of June 7 –  week August 9
• Cost: $50 for faculty, staff and family members ($25 rebated with full participation); $180 for community members

Program is taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy, Health Psychologist. Register by emailing Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

For more information, watch informational videos.

 

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

• By being active you can lower the risk for heart disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer
• Spread the word about fun ways to get moving

Spring is a great time to sign up for the Million Step Pedometer and/or Ride to Wellness programs with Healthy for Life.  Contact Melinda Richardson at Healthy for Life 573-884-1312.

 

Also check out

• Campus and Health Care walking maps: http://www.umsystem.edu/curators/wellness/links_mu
• Ultra Max Sports: www.ultramaxsports.com
• GetAbout Columbia:www.getaboutcolumbia.com (Bike, Walk and Wheel Week is May 11th-18th)

Other May awareness topics include: Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month, National Women’s Check-up day (May 13)

Resources: CDC, American Cancer Society

 

Yoga Classes enrolling

• Yoga for Every Body. Missouri Psychiatric Center Gym, 8 weeks for $24. Time to stretch, tone and strengthen, and learn relaxation skills in this 50 minute class. Bring a mat and wear loose clothing. Class suitable for all levels. Register and pay the first day of class. Need 10 to register. Contact Kate Walker at Yogateacher530@gmail.com.

Two upcoming series, sign up for one or both:

• Mondays, June 3-July 22, 12:10 to 12:50 p.m.
• Fridays, June 7-Aug. 2, 12:10 to 12:50 p.m. (There will be no class held July 5th due to the July 4th holiday).

Show-Me State Games

Mark your calendars now for the Show-Me State Games, an Olympic-style sports festival! Congratulations to Wellness Ambassador Kate Walker for being selected to be a torch-bearer at the Opening Ceremonies on July 19^th at 7 p.m. at Mizzou Arena. Kate was chosen as she was an Athlete of the Year in 2012.

Event Dates:

• June 14-16
• July 19-21
• July 26-28

Registration:

• Individual Sport Registration Form
• Team Sport Registration Form
• Liability Waiver
• Volunteer Form

 

_____________________________________________________________________________

Blaine Snow

Healthy for Life: TE Atkins UM Wellness

myTotal Rewards,­­­ Wellness

Program Coordinator, MU, UM System and MU Health Care

205 Heinkel Bldg.| Columbia, MO 65211 | 573.884.1312 (Phone) | 573.884.3123 (Fax)

 

Faculty & Staff: To learn more about wellness,, visit www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu

 

I’ve just signed up to be a co-leader for a new research study called Act Healthy. People enrolled in the study will receive $40 in gift cards and those in the treatment group will attend 6 health classes over the lunch hour. People in previous classes improved sleep habits, quit nail biting, started exercising, and practiced patience in relationships – all kinds of healthy things. Read below for more information.

Ever wanted to start a new healthy behavior and stick with it?

Do you want to:

• be more active?

• manage stress better?

• improve your diet?

• lower your blood pressure or cholesterol?

• lower your blood sugar?

Act Healthy is a research study for MU employees, sponsored by Healthy for Life: T.E. Atkins UM Wellness Program. For more information, see the flier and view the study consent form. If you wish to sign up for the study after reading the study details, register for an orientation meeting by May 31 by visiting www.regonline.com/acthealthyorientationmeeting. The orientation meetings will be held the first week of June and the health classes start the 2^nd week of June. Contact Mary Clark, RN, with questions at 884-1439 or clarkmj@umsystem.edu.

–Shannon Cary

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

• By being active you can lower the risk for heart disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer
• Spread the word about fun ways to get moving

Spring is a great time to sign up for the Walk to Wellness and/or Ride to Wellness program with Healthy for Life.  Contact Melinda Richardson at Healthy for Life 573-884-1312.

Also check out

• Ultra Max Sports: www.ultramaxsports.com
• GetAbout Columbia:www.getaboutcolumbia.com (Bike, Walk and Wheel Week is May 11th-18th)

Other May awareness topics include: Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month, National Women’s Check-up day (May 13)

Resources: CDC, American Cancer Society

 

Ever wanted to start a new healthy behavior and stick with it?

Do you want to:

• be more active?

• manage stress better?

• improve your diet?

• lower your blood pressure or cholesterol?

• lower your blood sugar?

Act Healthy is a research study for MU employees sponsored by Healthy for Life: T.E. UM Atkins Wellness Program. Research participants will be eligible to receive a total of $40 in gift cards. For more information, see the flyer and the study consent form..  If you wish to sign up for the study after reading the study details, register for an orientation meeting by visiting www.regonline.com/acthealthyorientationmeeting.  Contact Mary Clark, RN, with questions at (573)884-1439 or clarkmj@umsystem.edu.

 

Get out of the “clean your plate” club:

Register for Summer Eat for Life Online Course

Discover the benefits of this innovative approach to weight management through the Eat for Life course.  This 10-week program uses mind-body practices (meditation and yoga), mindful and intuitive eating, skills training, and group support to guide you in making lifestyle. If you have a history of chronic dieting, have rigid “healthy” rules about eating, or find yourself eating when you’re stressed, bored, or unhappy, this may be the program for you.

• Online Orientation: week of May 31
• Online Class: week of June 7 –  week August 9
• Cost: $50 for faculty, staff and family members ($25 rebated with full participation); $180 for community members

Program is taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy, health psychologist. Register by emailing Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

For more information: watch informational videos

Lower your stress in just 8 weeks – Sign up Now!

The wellness program offers eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes at minimal cost to employees looking to manage today’s busy lifestyles in a healthy way. You will learn mindfulness meditation, yoga, and body scan as well as important information about stress, communication, and wellness.

• Orientation: Wednesday, June 5 (Memorial Union) at 5:00 p.m.
• Class: Wednesdays (June 12-July 31) 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. *June 26 class will be from 6-8 p.m.
• Retreat: Saturday, July 20 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
• Cost: $40 for faculty, staff, retirees and spouses/partners. ($20 refunded with full participation)

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy.  Register by contacting Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

Show Me Better Health

Do you have diabetes, heart disease, cancer, arthritis, fibromyalgia, depression, or any ongoing health condition?  Are you a caregiver for someone with an ongoing condition?  Show Me Better Health is an interactive workshop that teaches you the skills you need to take control of your health.  Sessions are highly participative, where mutual support and success builds your confidence in your ability to manage your symptoms and maintain active fulfilling lives.  Topics include exercise & nutrition; managing pain, fatigue, difficult emotions, & depression; medications & making treatment decisions; talking with your friends, family, & healthcare team; and more.  You will receive a Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions book and Time for Healing CD.  The next workshop is scheduled every Tuesday starting June 11^th through July 16^th (6 weeks) from 6–8 p.m. at the University Hospital.  To register for this FREE workshop, contact Amber Phelps at 573-882-8097 or phelpsam@missouri.edu.

Take a stress-reduction break with 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 session 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 sitting meditation group, consider listening to one of the audio recordings.  Join Healthy for Life on Mondays (12:15-12:45 p.m.)—Heinkel Bldg, Room 216. Contact Lynn Rossy for more information.

____________________________________________________________________________

Blaine Snow

Healthy for Life: TE Atkins UM Wellness

myTotal Rewards,­­­ Wellness

Program Coordinator, MU, UM System and MU Health Care

205 Heinkel Bldg.| Columbia, MO 65211 | 573.884.1312 (Phone) | 573.884.3123 (Fax)

Faculty & Staff: To learn more about wellness, visit www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu

Don’t eat when you’re not hungry. Register for Summer Eat for Life Online Course

Discover the benefits of this innovative approach to weight management through the Eat for Life course.  This 10-week program uses mind-body practices (meditations and yoga), mindful and intuitive eating, skills training, and group support to guide you in making lifestyle. If you have a history of chronic dieting, have rigid “healthy” rules about eating, or find yourself eating when you’re stressed, bored, or unhappy, this may be the program for you.

Online Course:

• Online Orientation: week of May 31
• Online Class: week of June 7 –  week August 9
• Cost: $50 for faculty, staff and family members ($25 rebated with full participation); $180 for community members

Program is taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy, health psychologist. Register by emailing Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

For more information: watch informational videos

Ride to Wellness Program

This program is designed for University of Missouri faculty and staff to get moving by counting their bicycle miles. For $20, participants will receive an odometer and a log book. Once you reach 500 miles, you get to keep the odometer and you’ll receive a T-shirt, certificate and a $20 rebate. There are a variety of prizes for every additional 500 miles—with no limit. To enroll, contact wellness@umsystem.edu.
Lower your stress in just 8 weeks – Sign up Now!

Managing stress effectively is essential to a culture of health. The wellness program offers eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes at minimal cost to employees looking to manage today’s busy lifestyles in a healthy way. You will learn mindfulness meditation, yoga, and body scan as well as important information about stress, communication, and wellness.

In Person Course:

• Orientation: Wednesday, June 5 (Memorial Union) at 5:00 p.m.
• Class: Wednesdays (June 12-July 31) 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. *June 26 class will be from 6-8 p.m.
• Retreat: Saturday, July 20 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
• Cost: $40 for faculty, staff, retirees and spouses/partners. ($20 refunded with full participation)

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy.  Register by contacting Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

Get connected virtually with Wellness

Healthy for Life invites you to follow us on Twitter and Facebook. We update regularly with events and health-related information.

Healthy for Life on Twitter

You will need an account to get started. Once you log in to Twitter, you can go to our page and click on the “Follow” button.

Healthy for Life on Facebook

To “Like” us, you’ll need a Facebook account. You can then click on our page and choose the “Like” button.

Tasting Mindfulness blog

Subscribe for weekly health tips.

Tasting Mindfulness on Facebook

To “Like” us, you’ll need a Facebook account. You can then click on our page and choose the “Like” button.

Dr. Lynn Rossy on Twitter

Follow for daily mindfulness tips. You will need an account to get started. Once you log in to Twitter, you can go to our page and click on the “Follow” button.

_____________________________________________________________________________

Blaine Snow

Healthy for Life: TE Atkins UM Wellness

myTotal Rewards,­­­ Wellness

Program Coordinator, MU, UM System and MU Health Care

205 Heinkel Bldg.| Columbia, MO 65211 | 573.884.1312 (Phone) | 573.884.3123 (Fax)

Faculty and Staff: To learn more about Healthy for Life:  T.E. Atkins University of Missouri Wellness Program, visit www.wellness.umsystem.edu

Only a few weeks left to earn your money
Don’t miss out on your $100 wellness incentive. You only have until Apr. 30, 2013 to complete your personal health assessment, free health screening and 240 minutes of everyday activity. These steps don’t take long, so act now. Active, primary subscribers to the UM health plans will receive $100 in a tax-favored account to use for medical expenses in 2013 Benefit Plan year. The Home Access kit option has been extended. Kits must be ordered by April 30, 2013 and returned to the Home Access by May 15, 2013 to receive credit.

1) Who’s eligible?

2) Get started now

3) Campus health screening schedule

4) Already visited your doctor?

5) Get your screening at home

Everyone who completes all three steps will be automatically entered into weekly drawings for FitBit Zip pedometers. Congratulations to recent winners Mariah Thomas, Mary Wissman, Jill McGinnis, Jennifer West, Melissa Larew, Alisa Broughton, Heidi Salter, Amanda Winters, Olivia Gill, Michelle Wolterin, Alan Bunch and Roger Meissin! Recent TAG winners include Rita Wells, Brenda Dudley, Patricia Snellen and Holli Richardson!

Change how you think about eating. Register for summer Eat for Life online course
Discover the benefits of this innovative approach to weight management through Healthy for Life’s Eat for Life course.  This 10-week program uses mind-body practices (meditations and yoga), the principles of mindful and intuitive eating, skills training, and group support to guide you in making lifestyle changes that will help you create a healthier relationship to your food, mind, and body. If you have a history of chronic dieting, have rigid “healthy” rules about eating, or find yourself eating when you’re stressed, bored, or unhappy, this may be the program for you.

Online Course:

• Online Orientation: week of May 31
• Online Class: week of June 7 –  week August 9
• Cost: $50 for faculty, staff and family members ($25 refunded with full participation); $180 for community members

Program is taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy, health psychologist. Register by emailing Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

For more information: watch informational videos

Eight weeks to better health and well-being

Sign up NOW for the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program!
Helping employees manage stress effectively is a key goal of Healthy for Life. The wellness program offers eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes at minimal cost to employees looking to manage today’s busy lifestyles in a healthy way. You will learn mindfulness meditation, yoga, and body scan as well as important information about stress, communication, and wellness There is a $40 registration fee (University of Missouri faculty/staff, retirees, and spouses/partners) Attend 7 of 8 classes and receive $20 reimbursement at the end of the class.

Orientation: Wednesday, June 5 (Memorial Union) at 5:00 p.m.

Class: Wednesdays (June 12-July 31) 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. *June 26 class will be from 6-8 p.m.

Retreat: Saturday, July 20 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy.  Register by contacting Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

Farmers’ Markets & Community Supported Agriculture
Don’t miss out on fresh produce, eggs and baked goods. Columbia Farmer’s Market is available year-round and community support agriculture farms are now taking applications for pick-ups starting in May. Use this opportunity to make fresh, healthy meals for yourself and your family!

• · Columbia Farmers’ Market offers year-round produce, eggs, meats, and baked goods. See website for locations as they change based on the time of year.
• · Pierpont Farms is a 34-acre family farm that produces vegetables, herbs, flowers and some fruit using organic methods. This farm is located 15 minutes south of downtown Columbia.
• · DanJo Farms produces fresh baked bread, meats, herbs, vegetables, eggs, berries and fruits. This farm is located in Ashland, Mo.
• · First Pick CoMO and Happy Hollow Farm are currently taking new members for their Community Supported Agriculture program.

 

_____________________________________________________________________________

Blaine Snow

Only a few weeks left to earn your money
Don’t miss out on your $100 wellness incentive. You only have until Apr. 30, 2013 to complete your personal health assessment, free health screening and 240 minutes of everyday activity. These steps don’t take long, so act now. Active, primary subscribers to the UM health plans will receive $100 in a tax-favored account to use for medical expenses in 2013 Benefit Plan year. Everyone who completes all three steps will be automatically entered into weekly drawings for FitBit Zip pedometers. Congratulations to recent winners Mariah Thomas, Mary Wissman, Jill McGinnis, Jennifer West, Melissa Larew, Alisa Broughton, Heidi Salter, Amanda Winters, Olivia Gill, and Michelle Woltering! Recent TAG winners include Rita Wells, Brenda Dudley, Patricia Snellen and Holli Richardson!

1) Who’s eligible?

2) Get started now

3) Campus health screening schedule

4) Already visited your doctor?

5) Get your screening at home

Improve your relationship with your food and your body. Register for Summer Eat for Life online course.
Discover the benefits of this innovative approach to weight management through Healthy for Life’s Eat for Life course.  This 10-week program uses mind-body practices (meditations and yoga), the principles of mindful and intuitive eating, skills training, and group support to guide you in making lifestyle changes that will help you create a healthier relationship to your food, mind, and body. If you have a history of chronic dieting, have rigid “healthy” rules about eating, or find yourself eating when you’re stressed, bored, or unhappy, this may be the program for you.

Online Course:

• Online Orientation: week of May 31
• Online Class: week of June 7 –  week August 9
• Cost: $50 for faculty, staff and family members ($25 refunded with full participation); $180 for community members

Program is taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy, health psychologist. Register by emailing Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.  For more information: watch informational videos

Be more healthy, more energized, and more productive at work and home – Sign up Now!
Helping employees manage stress effectively is a key goal of Healthy for Life. The wellness program offers eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes at minimal cost to employees looking to manage today’s busy lifestyles in a healthy way. You will learn mindfulness meditation, yoga, and body scan as well as important information about stress, communication, and wellness.  There is a $40 registration fee (University of Missouri faculty/staff , retirees, and spouses/partners. Attend 7 of 8 classes and receive $20 reimbursement at the end of the class.

Orientation: Wednesday, June 5 (Memorial Union) at 5:00 p.m.

Class: Wednesdays (June 12-July 31) 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. *June 26 class will be from 6-8 p.m.

Retreat: Saturday, July 20 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy.  Register by contacting Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

 

Get connected virtually with Wellness
Healthy for Life invites you to follow us on Twitter and Facebook. We update regularly with events and health-related information.

General Wellness on Twitter: http://twitter.com/healthy4lifemu

You will need an account to get started. Once you log in to Twitter, you can go to our page and click on the “Follow” button. That’s it, easy enough!

General Wellness on Facebook: Healthy for Life: TE Atkins UM Wellness

To “Like” us, you’ll need a Facebook account. You can then click on our page and choose the “Like” button and you’re done.

Tasting Mindfulness blog: www.tastingmindfulness.com

Tasting Mindfulness on Facebook: Tasting Mindfulness

To “Like” us, you’ll need a Facebook account. You can then click on our page and choose the “Like” button and you’re done.

Dr Lynn Rossy on Twitter: DrLynnRossy

You will need an account to get started. Once you log in to Twitter, you can go to our page and click on the “Follow” button. That’s it, easy enough!
Research Opportunities

• Study: Physical activity in people with knee pain
  • Sponsor: Mizzou’s Department of Physical Therapy
  • Requirements: Age 40 years or older, who HAVE been diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis, HAVE knee pain using stairs, and HAVE been told to exercise by their physician. The three lab visits will include questionnaires, an interview, and measures of leg speed and strength. Completing all the visits will take a total of about 6 hours. You will be compensated for your time. (Participation is not connected to any medical care or services.) For more information, please contact a program staff member at: 573-884-7823. Your participation would be greatly appreciated and we look forward to meeting you!
  • Study: Impact of fruit & vegetable juice concentrate on inflammation (see attached flyer)
  • Study: Overnight glucose study (see attached flyer)

Be informed about tobacco cessation & blood pressure
Healthy for Life will have tables set up on campus to provide wellness information through the end of this semester. You can learn more about tobacco cessation resources as Mizzou will be smoke-free starting July 1, 2013. In addition, you can get a free blood pressure screening and education on how to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.

FRIDAYS
10a.m.-2p.m Student Center

MONDAYS
10a.m.-2p.m Memorial Union

Kudos to Kate Walker
Congratulations to Wellness Ambassador Kate Walker (Campus Facilities Training & Development Coordinator) for competing in the USAPL Powerlifting Missouri/Ozark Championships in St. Louis on Mar. 23.  USA Powerlifting was founded in 1982 and is the USA’s oldest drug tested powerlifting organization. At Saturday’s event, Kate took gold as well as setting a new Missouri record and two American records!

5K Run/Walk on April 6, still time to register
Help your heart and your health by running or walking the Health Sciences Graduate Student Association’s 5K on Saturday, April 6th at 9 a.m. Packet pick-up and race day registration is from 8-8:45 a.m. on race day (April 6th) at Stephens Lake Park (Gordon Shelter). Parking is available. Late registration (03/16/2013-04/05/2013) is $17. Event day registration (April 6th) is $20. Contact: Laura Ortinau (e-mail: LCO6G7@mail.missouri.edu) for registration form.

 

Time is Running Out to Earn Your Incentive!
As part of your 2013 benefits, you are eligible for a wellness incentive. Healthy for Life is an incentive-based wellness program designed to help you earn your incentive and actively manage your health. By completing a personal health assessment, health screening, and 240 minutes of cardiovascular physical activity, primary subscribers to the UM health plans will receive $100 in a tax-favored account to use for medical expenses in 2013 Benefit Plan year. You can receive your health screening through Healthy for Life or by going to your health care provider. If you’ve gone to your provider, you can submit your results by using our doctor screening form.

Earn $100 in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete your personal health assessment–an online questionnaire that helps you understand your health risks and provides you with resources to improve your well-being. (between Oct. 15, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013)
2. Complete your health screening, which includes cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, height and weight. You can schedule a FREE on campus screening or visit your health care provider (valid screenings are between June 1, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013).
3. Track 240 minutes of everyday physical activity in any calendar month (between Oct. 15, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013).
FitBit Winners!
Don’t miss your chance to win one of our great prizes each week. All who complete(d) the personal health assessment,  their health screening and activity are eligible for the drawing to win a FREE FitBit pedometer!

Congratulations to recent winners are Mary Wissman & Jill McGinnis (MU) and Alisa Broughton & Heidi Salter (MU Health Care).

Get Started Now

1. Create or return to your Cerner Health account by visiting www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu.

2. Enter your email address and join the program.

3. Use the helpful quick-start guide to help you step by step.

4. If you need help, call Cerner at 877-621-8014.

Already Visit Your Doctor?

If you have had your annual physical, you can complete the Doctor Screening Form and fax it in! It must be completed in its entirety to get credit.

Get your screening at home

Order a Home Access kit – If neither of those options works for you, you may request a Home Access kit by calling 866-352-4372 between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. CST Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. The Home Access kit allows you to collect a small blood sample from your finger and mail it to the Home Access Health Corporation certified laboratory for processing.  It takes 2-3 business days to receive your kit once it’s been ordered.  Kits must be sent back and postmarked by April 15, 2013 to receive credit. You will need to gather your blood pressure, height and weight on your own, as these are required for the incentive.

Wellness Informational Tables Available on Campus
Starting next week, Healthy for Life will have tables set up on campus to provide wellness information. You can learn more about tobacco cessation resources as Mizzou will be smoke-free starting July 1, 2013. In addition, you can get a free blood pressure screening and education on how to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.

FRIDAYS
10a.m.-2p.m Student Center

MONDAYS
10a.m.-2p.m Memorial Union

Stress Reduction Meditation–FREE

• Mondays, 12:15 – 12:45 p.m., Heinkel Building, Room 10
• Wednesdays, 1-1:45 p.m., Hulston Hall, Room 327A (Law School)
• Mondays-Fridays, 7 a.m.-12 a.m., AP Green Chapel is available for silent meditation, prayer or contemplation

No experience or registration is necessary for any of the meditation sessions. Classes do not meet on holidays or holiday weeks. If you have questions, contact Lynn Rossy, Ph.D.

Get connected virtually with Wellness
Healthy for Life invites you to follow us on Twitter and Facebook. We update regularly with events and health-related information.

General Wellness on Twitter: http://twitter.com/healthy4lifemu

You will need an account to get started. Once you log in to Twitter, you can go to our page and click on the “Follow” button. That’s it, easy enough!

General Wellness on Facebook: Healthy for Life: TE Atkins UM Wellness

To “Like” us, you’ll need a Facebook account. You can then click on our page and choose the “Like” button and you’re done.

Tasting Mindfulness blog: www.tastingmindfulness.com

Tasting Mindfulness on Facebook: Tasting Mindfulness

To “Like” us, you’ll need a Facebook account. You can then click on our page and choose the “Like” button and you’re done.

Dr Lynn Rossy on Twitter: DrLynnRossy

You will need an account to get started. Once you log in to Twitter, you can go to our page and click on the “Follow” button. That’s it, easy enough!

Fitness Classes Available

• 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, email Nani at FudgeK@missouri.edu.

• 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, email Nani at FudgeK@missouri.edu
• Drop In, ongoing: Yoga. Ellis Library, Room 4F51. Class meets every Tuesday from 12:15-12:45 p.m. and costs $1 for each class. No registration is needed and class is taught by Glenda Moum. If you have questions, email Glenda at MoumG@missouri.edu.
• Drop In, ongoing: Yoga. Ellis Library, Room 4F51. Class meets every Thursday from 12:15-12:45 p.m. and costs $1 for each class. No registration is needed and class is taught by Glenda Moum. If you have questions, email Glenda at MoumG@missouri.edu.
• Mar. 18-Apr. 29 (Mondays): Yoga. Missouri Psychiatric Center, Gym. Class meets every Monday from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $18 for series. Registration is needed and class is taught by Kate Walker. If you have questions, email Kate at yogateacher530@gmail.com.
• Mar. 22-Apr. 19 (Fridays): Yoga. Missouri Psychiatric Center, Gym. Class meets every Friday from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $15 for series. Registration is needed and class is taught by Kate Walker. If you have questions, email Kate at yogateacher530@gmail.com.

Campus Facilities Offering Lunch and Learn Series
Paula Vandelicht,  RD, LD/Hy-Vee Dietitian is working with the Campus Facilities Training Unit to provide a new year full of healthy ideas for you. Please sign up with your department training representative for the classes. If they are not at your usual lunch hour, get approval from your supervisor first. Please bring your lunch. Paula will provide samples.

March – Eat Right , Your Way, Every Day – March 19^th
SAVE THE DATE:      March 19, 2013
TIME:                          NOON
LOCATION:               Campus Facilities Break room at the GSB
RSVP:                        CF Training Representatives if you want to attend

5K Run/Walk on April 6
Help your heart and your health by running or walking the Health Sciences Graduate Student Association’s 5K on Saturday, April 6th at 9 a.m. Packet pick-up and race day registration is from 8-8:45 a.m. on race day (April 6th) at Stephens Lake Park (Gordon Shelter). Parking is available. Early registration (by March 15th) is $15 and guarantees a race T-shirt. Late registration (03/16/2013-04/05/2013) is $17. Event day registration (April 6th) is $20. Contact: Laura Ortinau (e-mail: LCO6G7@mail.missouri.edu) for registration form.

 

_____________________________________________________________________________

Blaine Snow
Healthy for Life: TE Atkins UM Wellness
myTotal Rewards,­­­ Wellness
Program Coordinator, MU, UM System and MU Health Care
205 Heinkel Bldg.| Columbia, MO 65211 | 573.884.1312 (Phone) | 573.884.3123 (Fax)

Time is Running Out to Earn Your Incentive!
As part of your 2013 benefits, you are eligible for a wellness incentive. Healthy for Life is an incentive-based wellness program designed to help you earn your incentive and actively manage your health. By completing a personal health assessment, health screening, and 240 minutes of cardiovascular physical activity, primary subscribers to the UM health plans will receive $100 in a tax-favored account to use for medical expenses in 2013 Benefit Plan year. You can receive your health screening through Healthy for Life or by going to your health care provider. If you’ve gone to your provider, you can submit your results by using our doctor screening form.

Earn $100 in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete your personal health assessment–an online questionnaire that helps you understand your health risks and provides you with resources to improve your well-being. (between Oct. 15, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013)

2. Complete your health screening, which includes cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, height and weight. You can schedule a FREE on campus screening or visit your health care provider (valid screenings are between June 1, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013).

3. Track 240 minutes of everyday physical activity in any calendar month (between Oct. 15, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013).

Get Started Now

1. Create or return to your Cerner Health account by visiting www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu.

2. Enter your email address and join the program.

3. Use the helpful quick-start guide to help you step by step.

4. If you need help, call Cerner at 877-621-8014.

Already Visit Your Doctor?

If you have had your annual physical, you can complete the Doctor Screening Form and fax it in! It must be completed in its entirety to get credit.

Weekly Prizes!

Don’t miss your chance to win one of our great prizes each week. All who complete(d) the personal health assessment,  their health screening and activity are eligible for the drawing to win a FREE FitBit pedometer!

Congratulations to this week’s winners are Mariah Thomas (MU) and Melissa Larew (MU Health Care).

Wellness Informational Tables Available on Campus
Starting next week, Healthy for Life will have tables set up on campus to provide wellness information. You can learn more about tobacco cessation resources as Mizzou will be smoke-free starting July 1, 2013. In addition, you can get a free blood pressure screening and education on how to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.

FRIDAYS

10a.m.-2p.m Student Center

MONDAYS

10a.m.-2p.m Memorial Union

Stress Reduction Meditation–FREE

• Mondays, 12:15 – 12:45 p.m., Heinkel Building, Room 10
• Wednesdays, 1-1:45 p.m., Hulston Hall, Room 327A (Law School)
• Mondays-Fridays, 7 a.m.-12 a.m., AP Green Chapel is available for silent meditation, prayer or contemplation

No experience or registration is necessary for any of the meditation sessions. Classes do not meet on holidays or holiday weeks. If you have questions, contact Lynn Rossy, Ph.D.

Get connected virtually with Wellness
Healthy for Life invites you to follow us on Twitter and Facebook. We update regularly with events and health-related information.

General Wellness on Twitter: http://twitter.com/healthy4lifemu

You will need an account to get started. Once you log in to Twitter, you can go to our page and click on the “Follow” button. That’s it, easy enough!

General Wellness on Facebook: Healthy for Life: TE Atkins UM Wellness

To “Like” us, you’ll need a Facebook account. You can then click on our page and choose the “Like” button and you’re done.

Tasting Mindfulness blog: www.tastingmindfulness.com

Tasting Mindfulness on Facebook: Tasting Mindfulness

To “Like” us, you’ll need a Facebook account. You can then click on our page and choose the “Like” button and you’re done.

Dr Lynn Rossy on Twitter: DrLynnRossy

You will need an account to get started. Once you log in to Twitter, you can go to our page and click on the “Follow” button. That’s it, easy enough!

5K Run/Walk on April 6
Help your heart and your health by running or walking the Health Sciences Graduate Student Association’s 5K on Saturday, April 6th at 9 a.m. Packet pick-up and race day registration is from 8-8:45 a.m. on race day (April 6th) at Stephens Lake Park (Gordon Shelter). Parking is available. Early registration (by March 15th) is $15 and guarantees a race T-shirt. Late registration (03/16/2013-04/05/2013) is $17. Event day registration (April 6th) is $20. Contact: Laura Ortinau (e-mail: LCO6G7@mail.missouri.edu) for registration form.

 

 

 

Time is Running Out to Earn Your Incentive!
As part of your 2013 benefits, you are eligible for a wellness incentive. Healthy for Life is an incentive-based wellness program designed to help you earn your incentive and actively manage your health. By completing a personal health assessment, health screening, and 240 minutes of cardiovascular physical activity, primary subscribers to the UM health plans will receive $100 in a tax-favored account to use for medical expenses in 2013 Benefit Plan year. You can receive your health screening through Healthy for Life or by going to your health care provider. If you’ve gone to your provider, you can submit your results by using our doctor screening form.

Earn $100 in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete your personal health assessment–an online questionnaire that helps you understand your health risks and provides you with resources to improve your well-being. (between Oct. 15, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013)

2. Complete your health screening, which includes cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, height and weight. You can schedule a FREE on campus screening or visit your health care provider (valid screenings are between June 1, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013).

3. Track 240 minutes of everyday physical activity in any calendar month (between Oct. 15, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013).

Get Started Now

1. Create or return to your Cerner Health account by visiting www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu.

2. Enter your email address and join the program.

3. Use the helpful quick-start guide to help you step by step.

4. If you need help, call Cerner at 877-621-8014.
Already Visit Your Doctor?

If you have had your annual physical, you can complete the Doctor Screening Form and fax it in! It must be completed in its entirety to get credit.

Weekly Prizes!

Don’t miss your chance to win one of our great prizes each week. All who complete(d) the personal health assessment,  their health screening and activity are eligible for the drawing to win a FREE FitBit pedometer!

Wellness Informational Tables Available on Campus
Starting next week, Healthy for Life will have tables set up on campus to provide wellness information. You can learn more about tobacco cessation resources as Mizzou will be smoke-free starting July 1, 2013. In addition, you can get a free blood pressure screening and education on how to keep your blood pressure in a healthy range.

FRIDAYS

10a.m.-2p.m Student Center

MONDAYS

10a.m.-2p.m Memorial Union

Stress Reduction Meditation–FREE

• Mondays, 12:15 – 12:45 p.m., Heinkel Building, Room 10
• Wednesdays, 1-1:45 p.m., Hulston Hall, Room 327A (Law School)
• Mondays-Fridays, 7 a.m.-12 a.m., AP Green Chapel is available for silent meditation, prayer or contemplation

No experience or registration is necessary for any of the meditation sessions. Classes do not meet on holidays or holiday weeks. If you have questions, contact Lynn Rossy, Ph.D.

_____________________________________________________________________________

Blaine Snow

Healthy for Life: TE Atkins UM Wellness

myTotal Rewards,­­­ Wellness

Program Coordinator, MU, UM System and MU Health Care

205 Heinkel Bldg.| Columbia, MO 65211 | 573.884.1312 (Phone) | 573.884.3123 (Fax)

Faculty & Staff: To earn your $100 Wellness Incentive, visit www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu

 

Earn Your $100 Wellness Incentive
As part of your 2013 benefits, you are eligible for a wellness incentive. Healthy for Life is an incentive-based wellness program designed to help you earn your incentive and actively manage your health. By completing a personal health assessment, health screening, and 240 minutes of cardiovascular physical activity, primary subscribers to the UM health plans will receive $100 in a tax-favored account to use for medical expenses in 2013 Benefit Plan year. You can receive your health screening through Healthy for Life or by going to your health care provider. If you’ve gone to your provider, you can submit your results by using our doctor screening form.

Earn $100 in 3 Easy Steps:

1. Complete your personal health assessment–an online questionnaire that helps you understand your health risks and provides you with resources to improve your well-being. (between Oct. 15, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013)
2. Complete your health screening, which includes cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure, height and weight. You can schedule a FREE on campus screening or visit your health care provider (valid screenings are between June 1, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013).
3. Track 240 minutes of cardiovascular physical activity in any calendar month (between Oct. 15, 2012 and Apr. 30, 2013).

Ready to get started?

1. Create or return to your Cerner Health account by visiting www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu.
2. Enter your email address and join the program.
3. Use the helpful quick-start guide to help you step by step.
4. If you need help, call Cerner at 877-621-8014.

2013 Screening Schedule:

1. MU
2. UMKC
3. Missouri S&T
4. UMSL

Farmers’ Markets & Community Supported Agriculture
Don’t miss out on fresh produce, eggs and baked goods. Columbia Farmer’s Market is available year-round and community support agriculture farms are now taking applications for pick-ups starting in May. Use this opportunity to make fresh, healthy meals for yourself and your family!

• Columbia Farmers’ Market offers year-round produce, eggs, meats, and baked goods. See website for locations as they change based on the time of year.
• Pierpont Farms is a 34-acre family farm that produces vegetables, herbs, flowers and some fruit using organic methods. This farm is located 15 minutes south of downtown Columbia.
• DanJo Farms produces fresh baked bread, meats, herbs, vegetables, eggs, berries and fruits. This farm is located in Ashland, MO.
• First Pick CoMO and Happy Hollow Farm are currently taking new members for their Community Supported Agriculture program.

 

Chair Massage Available
De-stress this semester through massage therapy. Licensed Massage Therapist Jeff Rioux provides this service 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, 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.

Faculty and staff  receive a discount:

____________________________________________________________________________

Blaine Snow
Healthy for Life: TE Atkins UM Wellness
myTotal Rewards,­­­ Wellness
Program Coordinator, MU, UM System and MU Health Care
205 Heinkel Bldg.| Columbia, MO 65211 | 573.884.1312 (Phone) | 573.884.3123 (Fax)

Faculty & Staff: To earn your $100 Wellness Incentive, visit www.healthyforlife.umsystem.edu