Discover the benefits of Eat for Life—an innovative approach to weight management. 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 creating 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 program may be right for you.

 

·         In-person course (Columbia): Orientation: Sept. 24 | Classes: Oct. 1 – Dec. 10 (12-1p.m.)

·         Online course: Orientation: starting week of Friday Sept. 26 | Classes: week of Oct. 3 – week of Dec. 12.

·         Cost:

o   $50 for faculty, staff and family ($25 rebate with full participation)

o   $180 for community

 

·         Register:

o   In-person: https://www.regonline.com/eatforlifeFall2014inperson

o   Online: https://www.regonline.com/eatforlifeFall2014online

 

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy, health psychologist. For more information: watch informational videos or find more details online. Or, direct questions to Dr. Rossy at RossyL@umsystem.edu.

 

This course can earn eligible employees 100 points toward the newly expanded 2015 Wellness Incentive—which will pay you up to $450 for taking steps to live a healthier life. Information on the Wellness Incentive is forthcoming; keep an eye on this webpage for details: http://umurl.us/2015AE

 

 

 

Jennifer Oetting

myTotal Rewards,­­­ Wellness

Wellness Specialist

Healthy for Life: T.E. Atkins UM Wellness Program

205 Heinkel Building | Columbia, MO 65211

Phone: 573.884.7427 | Fax: 573.884.3123 |  Oettingj@umsystem.edu

 

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Final Healthy for Life weekly email

It has been a stimulating and rewarding few years for the Healthy for Life Team—we hope you can say the same—but this is the last weekly digest we will be emailing to you. We are already launching new communications tools to advertise the same great information, like our new Let’s Talk Total Rewards blog where daily articles are posted. Please use the “Subscribe” feature on the right-hand side of the blog’s homepage to have articles delivered to your email inbox every day. And, we hope you’ll encourage your colleagues to subscribe, too.

Thank you for reading and sharing our news over the years. We look forward to many great years to come! This isn’t the end. We’ll still be in touch—just in different ways, including different types of emails.

 

Healthy for Life presentations and workshops

If you are looking for guest speakers at your department or staff meetings, the Healthy for Life Team will speak to your group about campus wellness programs. Wellness workshops are also available on several other topics, such as stress management, physical activity, and healthy food choices. Please contact the Columbia Wellness Program Coordinator Blaine Snow (snowb@umsystem.edu) or 573-884-2402 for more information.

 

It’s summertime—Get moving in one of our physical activity classes!

June 25 – July 30 (Wednesdays): Yoga. Suite 101, MU Children's Hospital Therapy Center (525 Keene Street). Class meets from 5:00-6:00p.m. Registration is needed with a minimum of 6 participants to hold the class and a maximum of 15 participants. Fee: $24 for the 6-week session. Class is taught by Sandy Matsuda. To register and for questions, email Sandy at MatsudaS@missouri.edu.

June 25 – Aug. 13 (Wednesdays): Me-Time Strength Conditioning. Ellis Library, Room 5, State Historical Society of Missouri Art Gallery. Class meets every Wednesday from 12:15 – 12:45 p.m. and costs $1 for each class. No class on July 2. No registration needed. Class is taught by Nani Fudge; email questions to FudgeK@missouri.edu.

July 7 – Aug. 18 (Mondays): Zumba Gold. University Hall on the first floor hallway. Class meets every Monday from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Please register. There needs to be a minimum of 7 participants. The cost is $20 for the entire series, or a $3 drop-in fee per class. Class is taught by Susan Tharp. For questions and to register, please email Susan at tharps@missouri.edu

Zumba Gold is based on the same Latin and international dance moves as Zumba.  However, Zumba Gold is designed for active older adults using less intense, low- impact moves.  Raise your heart rate and improve your flexibility in a fun atmosphere.  Join us for this easy-to-follow dance-based fitness program.  Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.

July 7 – July 28 (Mondays): Yoga. University Hall, 1^st floor by the snack room. Class meets from 12:10-12:50p.m. Registration is needed with a minimum of 15 participants to hold the class. Fee: $5 per class. Class is taught by Victoria. To register and for questions, email Victoria at victorialynnhanrahan@gmail.com Class description: Improving spine strength, core stability and focus. Stretching our tightest areas like shoulders and hips while balancing your body and mind.  Get an intro to the basics or refresh your muscle memory!

Yoga Summer Series at Mid-Missouri Psychiatric Gym

• Mondays starting in July (July 7, 14, August 4, 11, 18 and 25) 6 weeks for $18.00. Classes meet from 12:10-12:50pm and are taught by Kate Walker. Contact Yogateacher530@gmail.com if you would like to attend.
• Fridays starting in July (July 11, 18, 25, August 8, 15 and 22) 6 weeks for $18.00. Classes meet from 12:10-12:50pm and are taught by Kate Walker. Contact Yogateacher530@gmail.com if you would like to attend.

Aug. 4 – Aug. 25 (Mondays): Yoga. University Hall, 1^st floor by the snack room. Class meets from 12:10-12:50p.m. Registration is needed with a minimum of 15 participants to hold the class. Fee: $5 per class. Class is taught by Victoria. To register and for questions, email Victoria at victorialynnhanrahan@gmail.com Class description: Improving spine strength, core stability and focus. Stretching our tightest areas like shoulders and hips while balancing your body and mind.  Get an intro to the basics or refresh your muscle memory!

Blaine Snow

myTotal Rewards,­­­ Wellness

Program Coordinator: MU, UM, and UMHS

Healthy for Life: T.E. Atkins UM Wellness Program

205 Heinkel Building | Columbia, MO 65211

Phone: 573.884.2402 | Fax: 573.884.3123 | SnowB@umsystem.edu

 

Faculty and Staff: Learn more about the Healthy for Life.

 

 

 

Summer physical activity classes have started—plus a new Zumba course begins in July

It’s not too late to join! Check out these great classes around Columbia:

Pilates

·         Where: Townsend, Room 223 **

·         When: 12:10 – 12:50 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, June 2 – August 6

·         Cost: $3 per class

·         Registration: Class is taught by Tina Price. No registration is necessary. Please email Tina if you have questions at PriceT@missouri.edu.

** Class is in Room 205 on July 14 and 16. Class is in Room 109 on July 21 and 23.

 

Yoga

·         Where: Suite 101, MU Children's Hospital Therapy Center (525 Keene Street)

·         When: 5:00-6:00 p.m., Wednesdays, June 25 – July 30, 2014

·         Cost: $24 for the 6-week session

·         Registration: Class is taught by Sandy Matsuda. Please register by emailing Sandy at MatsudaS@missouri.edu. We need a minimum of six participants to hold the class, and a maximum of 15 participants.

Zumba Gold

·         Where: University Hall in the first floor hallway.

·         When: 5:00-6:00 p.m., Mondays, July 7 – August 18

·         Cost: $20 for the entire series, or a $3 drop-in fee per class

·         Registration: Class is taught by Susan Tharp. Please register by emailing Susan at tharps@missouri.edu. There needs to be a minimum of seven participants.

Zumba Gold is based on the same Latin and international dance moves as Zumba. However, Zumba Gold is designed for active older adults using less intense, lower impact moves. Raise your heart rate and improve your flexibility in a fun atmosphere. Join us for this easy-to-follow, dance-based fitness program. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.

 

Walk your way to good health!

The Walk With Ease workbook is your guide to walking for better health, improved fitness and less pain. It is designed to help those with arthritis manage the disorder by developing a walking plan that fits their specific needs. But, you do not have to have arthritis to benefit from the program. It is beneficial for anyone who wants to make walking a daily habit, especially if you have diabetes, heart disease or other ongoing health conditions.

 

Research shows that walking is great for your joints and also helps improve the health of your heart, lungs, and bones. Walk With Ease will help you:

• Walk safely and comfortably
• Create a fitness program tailor-made for you
• Improve your flexibility, strength and stamina
• Fight the I-don't-want-to-exercise blues
• Follow simple warm-up and cool-down stretches
• Keep track of your progress with a walking diary
• Get motivated to finally get in great shape
• Reduce pain and feel great

Walk With Ease is available to Missouri residents for FREE. Request your free workbook from the Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center, or contact them at 573-882-8097 or phelpsam@missouri.edu. Walk With Ease group classes are available in some areas. View a list of classes to find one near you.

 

Learn the BASICS of mindful eating, free teleconference on June 26

Visit the Let’s Talk Total Rewards blog to learn more about the free BASICS of Mindful Eating teleconference, where Dr. Lynn Rossy will offer guidelines (not rules!) for mindful eating. Through mindful eating, you listen to your body and let it tell you what, when, why and how to eat. Details and registration information are posted on the blog.

What do water, stress and ticks have in common?

All of these topics were covered this week in the Let’s Talk Total Rewards blog. Learn how to calculate how much water you should drink, find out about the university’s stress reduction tools, and find out how to avoid and remove ticks.

 

Decrease the pain of migraines and headaches

Approximately 37 million Americans suffer from migraine disorder and an additional 14 million experience a form of chronic daily headache. Headaches and migraines cause a variety of symptoms and discomfort. Ninety-one percent of people suffering from a migraine can no longer function during the attack, costing the U.S. economy $31 billion each year, as reported by Coventry Health Care of Missouri. To read more on this topic, review the attached newsletter provided by Coventry. You will find:

·         Tips to decrease the pain of migraines and headaches

·         A pain relief guide

·         Tools and resources

 

MU Extension’s Seasonal and Simple smartphone app helps you find fresh produce near you

The University of Missouri Extension offers a free mobile app to help Missouri residents locate fresh produce near your home. Read more on the Let’s Talk Total Rewards blog.

Congratulations to our 2014 Wellness Incentive raffle winners!

Congratulations to David Lewis, Karen Marshall, Joe Montgomery, Pil Won On, Klaus Woelk and Anjing Xu who are the winners of the 2014 Wellness Incentive raffle. They have won either an iPad Mini, Galaxy Tab3 or Fitbit Flex. (See the list of prize winnings.)

 

Healthy for Life weekly emails are coming to an end

It has been a stimulating and rewarding few years for the Healthy for Life Team, but June is the last month we will be emailing you weekly digests such as this one. We are already launching new communications tools to advertise the same great information, like our new Let’s Talk Total Rewards blog where daily articles are posted. Please use the “Subscribe” feature on the right-hand side of the blog’s homepage to have articles delivered to your email inbox every day. And, we hope you’ll encourage your colleagues to subscribe, too.

Thank you for reading and sharing our news over the years, and we look forward to many great years to come!

 

 

 

 

New physical activity classes starting in June—It’s not too late to join!

June. 2 – Aug. 4 (Mondays): Pilates. Townsend, Room 223. 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. 

• July 14 room 205
• July 21 room 109

 

Jun. 4 – Aug. 6 (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. 

• July 16 room 205
• July 23 room 109

 

Jun. 25 – July. 30 (Wednesdays): Yoga. Suite 101, Women’s and Children’s Hospital. Class meets from 5:00p.m.-6:00p.m.Registration is needed with a minimum of 6 participants to hold the class and a maximum of 15 participants. Fee: $24 for the 6-week session. Class is taught by Carolyn Oates. To register and for questions, email Carolyn at coates3308@gmail.com.

 

June is Employee Wellness Month

June is National Employee Wellness Month. We encourage you to take at least one step to improve your health and wellbeing. The Culture of Health Council has identified five key priority areas deemed important in creating a culture of health. Review these priority areas for great tips and ideas. 

 

Be Active: Physical activity and movement is encouraged and supported during the workday.
Click here for a list of action steps and resources.

 

Eat Well: Healthy and accessible food options available on campus.
Click here for a list of action steps and resources

 

Work-life fit: Work-life fit, such as flexibility about when and where we do our work, that supports all aspects of our lives (work, family and community).
Click here for a list of action steps and resources

 

Work healthy: Ergonomics and technology that lets us move, be healthy, and do our jobs better.
Click here  for a list of action steps and resources

 

Empower and Appreciate: Feeling empowered and appreciated by the Organization.
Click here for a list of action steps and resources 

 

Decrease the pain of migraines and headaches

Approximately 37 million Americans suffer from migraine disorder and an additional 14 million experience a form of chronic daily headache. Headaches and migraines cause a variety of symptoms and discomfort. Ninety-one percent of people suffering from a migraine can no longer function during the attack, costing the U.S. economy $31 billion each year, as reported by Coventry Health Care of Missouri. To read more on this topic, review the attached newsletter provided by Coventry. You will find:

• Tips to decrease the pain of migraines and headaches
• A pain relief guide
• Tools and resources

Let's Talk Total Rewards—visit the new blog about UM faculty and staff benefits and retirement
A new blog is available to UM faculty and staff. Launched on May 19, Let’s Talk Total Rewards provides information on topics related to the myTotal Rewards package, including benefits, compensation, retirement and wellness programs. The blog is a place where the university community can learn about plan options and share ideas. Read articles daily and tell us what you think!

What are your thoughts about the medical, dental and vision plans available to UM faculty, staff and/or retirees? How are you saving for retirement? What classes and resources could help you adopt a healthier lifestyle? These are just a few of the ideas and questions we hope to talk about with you. Faculty, staff, retirees, students, alumni, prospective members of the university community and others are welcome to share their ideas and questions. Use the "Subscribe" field on the right-hand side of the blog to have newly posted articles delivered to your email inbox every day!

Join Zumba classes at Missouri Psychiatric Center

When: Tuesdays, June 3 – July 22, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Where: Missouri Psychiatric Center, Mid-Mo Gym

Cost: $24 for the series. $5 drop-in fee per class.

Register: Contact the class instructor, Megan Jones, at jones.megan004@gmail.com.

Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements to help increase your fitness level. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo and martial arts. According to Zumba Fitness, approximately 14 million people take weekly Zumba classes in over 140,000 locations across more than 185 countries. Join them. Register today! And, share the attached flyer to encourage your colleagues to attend with you.

Preserving the harvest: Workshops for home food preservers
Peppers, tasty tomatoes, juicy peaches and other fresh produce … are all so easy to preserve. Why not preserve some of this year’s harvest to enjoy all through the year? Home-preserved foods like jams, pickles or salsa also make great gifts for friends and family.

Enroll in upcoming workshops on home food preservation to learn the latest and safest ways to freeze, dry and can foods. Sign up for just one session, two or all three. Class size is limited so register early! 

These workshops are designed for beginners and those who want to update their food preservation skills. Each session will provide you with detailed, research-based information and recipes for each food preservation method. The workshops also will include demonstrations and time for answering your food preservation questions. 

Registration: extension.missouri.edu/boone

Deadline: Monday, June 2 

For questions: Vera Massey, masseyv@missouri.edu or (573) 445-9792

Interested in participating in a Healthy Lifestyle Change research project?
Have you made a change toward a healthier lifestyle in the past two years? Are you willing to share your story to help researchers understand how people make healthy changes? Aaron Bonsall, Ph.D., is currently researching how family affects lifestyle changes. See the attached flyer for more information, or contact Dr. Bonsall at bonsalla@health.missouri.edu.

Need a 5k to start the summer off right?
Run or walk the Hallsville Optimist Club 5k on Saturday, June 14. This is one of their major annual fundraisers. Funds support annual high school scholarships and numerous youth leadership and development opportunities such as Boys and Girls State, Missouri Leadership Seminar, Parents as Teachers, and the Hallsville Buddy Pack Program. See the attached flyer for details.

 

Caring for Kinship Caregivers
Grandparents and other loved ones raising children face unique obstacles and opportunities in parenting. It sometimes happens that these individuals devote so much time and energy caring for others that they do not attend to their own needs. Karen Traylor is the co-leader of the Boone County Grandfamilies Support Group and the Volunteer Coordinator of Missouri GRANDFamily Coalition at MU ParentLink. Join Karen’s upcoming workshop on June 3 to learn how to navigate new family dynamics, manage children’s questions about permanency, build social support, and remember your own self-care.

When: Tuesday, June 3, Noon – 12:50 p.m.

Where: Memorial Union, Room S204

Register: http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits/eap_workshops

 

May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
If you’re among the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you’ll be greeting spring with an itchy nose and watery eyes. For those who also suffer from asthma, seasonal allergies can affect the airways in the lungs with symptoms ranging from mild to serious or even life threatening. The good news is that it can be controlled and you can find relief. See the attached flyer for tips on how to breathe easier as the spring turns into summer.

30th anniversary Show-Me State Games & 20^th anniversary Senior Games
The 2014 Show-Me State Games is set for June 20–22, July 18–20, and July 25–27. The 30th annual games will offer more than 40 sports for all ages and ability levels in Columbia, Mo. Additionally, the Show-Me Senior Games will take place June 19-22. For more information, visit the Show-Me State Games website.

Let's Talk Total Rewards—visit the new blog about UM faculty and staff benefits and retirement
A new blog is available to UM faculty and staff. Launched on May 19, Let’s Talk Total Rewards provides information on topics related to the myTotal Rewards package, including benefits, compensation, retirement and wellness programs. The blog is a place where the university community can learn about plan options and share ideas. Read articles daily and tell us what you think!

What are your thoughts about the medical, dental and vision plans available to UM faculty, staff and/or retirees? How are you saving for retirement? What classes and resources could help you adopt a healthier lifestyle? These are just a few of the ideas and questions we hope to talk about with you. Faculty, staff, retirees, students, alumni, prospective members of the university community and others are welcome to share their ideas and questions. Use the "Subscribe" field on the right-hand side of the blog to have newly posted articles delivered to your email inbox every day!

Join Zumba classes at Missouri Psychiatric Center

When: Tuesdays, June 3 – July 22, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Where: Missouri Psychiatric Center, Mid-Mo Gym

Cost: $24 for the series. $5 drop-in fee per class.

Register: Contact the class instructor, Megan Jones, at jones.megan004@gmail.com.

Zumba involves dance and aerobic elements to help increase your fitness level. Zumba's choreography incorporates hip-hop, soca, samba, salsa, merengue, mambo and martial arts. According to Zumba Fitness, approximately 14 million people take weekly Zumba classes in over 140,000 locations across more than 185 countries. Join them. Register today! And, share the attached flyer to encourage your colleagues to attend with you.

Preserving the harvest: Workshops for home food preservers
Peppers, tasty tomatoes, juicy peaches and other fresh produce … are all so easy to preserve. Why not preserve some of this year’s harvest to enjoy all through the year? Home-preserved foods like jams, pickles or salsa also make great gifts for friends and family.

Enroll in upcoming workshops on home food preservation to learn the latest and safest ways to freeze, dry and can foods. Sign up for just one session, two or all three. Class size is limited so register early! 

These workshops are designed for beginners and those who want to update their food preservation skills. Each session will provide you with detailed, research-based information and recipes for each food preservation method. The workshops also will include demonstrations and time for answering your food preservation questions. 

Registration: extension.missouri.edu/boone

Deadline: Monday, June 2 

For questions: Vera Massey, masseyv@missouri.edu or (573) 445-9792

 

Show Me Better Health classes starting next month!
Show Me Better Health is an interactive workshop that teaches you the skills you need to take control of your health. This program is designed for people who have an ongoing health condition such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, fibromyalgia, depression or any other ongoing condition. It is also beneficial for individuals who are caring for someone with an ongoing condition.

Sessions are highly participative, where mutual support and success builds your confidence in your ability to manage symptoms and maintain active fulfilling lives. Topics include exercise and nutrition; managing pain, fatigue, difficult emotions and depression; medications and making treatment decisions; talking with your friends, family and healthcare team; and more. You will receive the book Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions and a Time for Healing CD. The next workshop series is starts May 29th and is scheduled every Thursday through July 3rd (6 weeks) from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the University Hospital. The workshop is FREE. For more information, see the attached flyer or contact Amber Phelps at phelpsam@missouri.edu.

Make peace with your body – Register for Eat for Life classes!
Discover the benefits of Eat for Life—an innovative approach to weight management. 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 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. 

Win a Healthy for Life gift basket for referring someone to the in-person Eat for Life program! Simply tell the participant to put your name down in the “referred by” section of their registration form.

·         In-person course: Orientation: May 27 | Classes: June 3 – Aug. 5 (12 – 1 p.m.)

·         Online course: Orientation: starting May 30 | Classes: week of June 6 – week of Aug. 8.

·         Cost:

o   $50 for faculty, staff and family ($25 refunded with full participation).

o   $180 for community.

·         Register: Email Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy, health psychologist. For more information: watch informational videos or find more details online.

 

Interested in participating in a Healthy Lifestyle Change research project?
Have you made a change toward a healthier lifestyle in the past two years? Are you willing to share your story to help researchers understand how people make healthy changes? Aaron Bonsall, Ph.D., is currently researching how family affects lifestyle changes. See the attached flyer for more information, or contact Dr. Bonsall at bonsalla@health.missouri.edu.

Need a 5k to start the summer off right?
Run or walk the Hallsville Optimist Club 5k on Saturday, June 14. This is one of their major annual fundraisers. Funds support annual high school scholarships and numerous youth leadership and development opportunities such as Boys and Girls State, Missouri Leadership Seminar, Parents as Teachers, and the Hallsville Buddy Pack Program. See the attached flyer for details.

DIY corporate yoga program—Enroll now!
Learn a new yoga program for yourself or train to be a yoga instructor for your organization. Be a cool breeze of calm, helping yourself and/or students maintain personal peace and wellness, and avoid or minimize pain and repetitive stress in the workplace. Enroll in this new yoga training program held on the University of Missouri-Columbia campus.

When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. May 27 – July 31. No classes June 24 – July 3; classes resume July 8.

Time: 12:10 – 12:50 p.m.

Location: Memorial Union

Registration: Go to the DIY Corporate Yoga Program webpage. Space is limited. Registration closes May 20, 2014 at 5:00pm.

Coursework will cover over thirty postures, twelve breathing techniques and 8 aspects to engaging a personal or shared yoga program that tackles the sneakiest sabotaging patterns in your work environment. Reclaim satisfaction in your personal and professional life. Class is taught by Ashley Jenkins. For more information, visit Element Yoga’s DIY Corporate Yoga Program webpage. Evening classes are available; contact Ashley Jenkins for more information.

Caring for Kinship Caregivers
Grandparents and other loved ones raising children face unique obstacles and opportunities in parenting. It sometimes happens that these individuals devote so much time and energy caring for others that they do not attend to their own needs. Karen Traylor is the co-leader of the Boone County Grandfamilies Support Group and the Volunteer Coordinator of Missouri GRANDFamily Coalition at MU ParentLink. Join Karen’s upcoming workshop on June 3 to learn how to navigate new family dynamics, manage children’s questions about permanency, build social support, and remember your own self-care.

When: Tuesday, June 3, Noon – 12:50 p.m.

Where: Memorial Union, Room S204

Register: http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits/eap_workshops

 

May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
If you’re among the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you’ll be greeting spring with an itchy nose and watery eyes. For those who also suffer from asthma, seasonal allergies can affect the airways in the lungs with symptoms ranging from mild to serious or even life threatening. The good news is that it can be controlled and you can find relief. See the attached flyer for tips on how to breathe easier as the spring turns into summer.

Show Me Better Health classes starting next month!
Show Me Better Health is an interactive workshop that teaches you the skills you need to take control of your health. This program is designed for people who have an ongoing health condition such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, fibromyalgia, depression or any other ongoing condition. It is also beneficial for individuals who are caring for someone with an ongoing condition.

Sessions are highly participative, where mutual support and success builds your confidence in your ability to manage symptoms and maintain active fulfilling lives. Topics include exercise and nutrition; managing pain, fatigue, difficult emotions and depression; medications and making treatment decisions; talking with your friends, family and healthcare team; and more. You will receive the book Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions and a Time for Healing CD. The next workshop series is starts June 11 and is scheduled every Tuesday through July 16th (6 weeks) from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the University Hospital. The workshop is FREE. For more information, see the attached flyer or contact Amber Phelps at phelpsam@missouri.edu.

Get out of the “clean your plate” club – Register for the Eat for Life online course NOW!
Discover the benefits of Eat for Life—an innovative approach to weight management. 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 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. 

Win a Healthy for Life gift basket for referring someone to the in-person Eat for Life program! Simply tell the participant to put your name down in the “referred by” section of their registration form.

·         In-person course: Orientation: May 27 | Classes: June 3 – Aug. 5 (12 – 1 p.m.)

·         Online course: Orientation: starting May 30 | Classes: week of June 6 – week of Aug. 8.

·         Cost:

o   $50 for faculty, staff and family ($25 refunded with full participation).

o   $180 for community.

·         Register: Email Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy, health psychologist. For more information: watch informational videos or find more details online.

Free cancer screenings
Ellis Fischel Cancer Center is offering free cancer screenings for men and women ages 18 and older. The screenings will be held on Friday, May 16, from 1 – 3 p.m. at Ellis Fischel Cancer Center (second floor; One Hospital Drive). Screenings take about ten minutes. Registration is required. Contact Pam Garfias at (573) 882-4289 or garfiasp@health.missouri.edu.

Interested in participating in a Healthy Lifestyle Change research project?
Have you made a change toward a healthier lifestyle in the past two years? Are you willing to share your story to help researchers understand how people make healthy changes? Aaron Bonsall, Ph.D., is currently researching how family affects lifestyle changes. See the attached flyer for more information, or contact Dr. Bonsall at bonsalla@health.missouri.edu.

Need a 5k to start the summer off right?
Run or walk the Hallsville Optimist Club 5k on Saturday, June 14. This is one of their major annual fundraisers. Funds support annual high school scholarships and numerous youth leadership and development opportunities such as Boys and Girls State, Missouri Leadership Seminar, Parents as Teachers, and the Hallsville Buddy Pack Program. See the attached flyer for details.

DIY corporate yoga program—Enroll now!
Learn a new yoga program for yourself or train to be a yoga instructor for your organization. Be a cool breeze of calm, helping yourself and/or students maintain personal peace and wellness, and avoid or minimize pain and repetitive stress in the workplace. Enroll in this new yoga training program held on the University of Missouri-Columbia campus.

When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. May 27 – July 31. No classes June 24 – July 3; classes resume July 8.

Time: 12:10 – 12:50 p.m.

Location: Memorial Union

Registration: Go to the DIY Corporate Yoga Program webpage. Space is limited. Registration closes May 20, 2014 at 5:00pm.

Coursework will cover over thirty postures, twelve breathing techniques and 8 aspects to engaging a personal or shared yoga program that tackles the sneakiest sabotaging patterns in your work environment. Reclaim satisfaction in your personal and professional life. Class is taught by Ashley Jenkins. For more information, visit Element Yoga’s DIY Corporate Yoga Program webpage. Evening classes are available; contact Ashley Jenkins for more information.

Healthy for Life presentations and workshops
If you are looking for guest speakers at your department or staff meetings, Healthy for Life will speak to your group about campus wellness programs. Wellness workshops are also available on several other topics, such as stress management, physical activity, and healthy food choices.

May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
If you’re among the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you’ll be greeting spring with an itchy nose and watery eyes. For those who also suffer from asthma, seasonal allergies can affect the airways in the lungs with symptoms ranging from mild to serious or even life threatening. The good news is that it can be controlled and you can find relief. See the attached flyer for tips on how to breathe easier as the spring turns into summer.

Need a 5k to start the summer off right?

Run or walk the Hallsville Optimist Club 5k on Saturday, June 14. This is one of their major annual fundraisers. Funds support annual high school scholarships and numerous youth leadership and development opportunities such as Boys and Girls State, Missouri Leadership Seminar, Parents as Teachers, and the Hallsville Buddy Pack Program. See attached flyer for details.

Interested in learning how to cook heart-healthy Moroccan cuisine?

Lunch and Learn series presents: New Lean Me, Moroccan Food, at Campus Facilities, Tuesday, May 13, at noon in room 185, General Services Building. This class is taught by Paula Vandelicht, a registered dietician with Hy-Vee. We will taste Moroccan-style vegetables, chicken and grains. Care will be taken for those with special diets. If interested in attending, please contact Kate Walker at WalkerJa@Missouri.edu.

30th Anniversary Show-Me State Games & 20^th Anniversary Senior Games

The 2014 Show-Me State Games is set for June 20–22, July 18–20, and July 25–27. The 30th annual games will offer more than 40 sports for all ages and ability levels in Columbia, Mo. Additionally, the Show-Me Senior Games will take place June 19-22. For more information, visit the Show-Me State Games website.

Interested in participating in a Healthy Lifestyle Change research project?

Have you made a change toward a healthier lifestyle in the past two years? Are you willing to share your story to help researchers understand how people make healthy changes? Aaron Bonsall, Ph.D., is currently researching how family affects lifestyle changes. See the attached flyer for more information or contact Dr. Bonsall at bonsalla@health.missouri.edu.

DIY corporate yoga program—Enroll now!

Be a cool breeze of calm, maintaining your personal peace and your wellness, and avoiding or minimizing pain and repetitive stress in the workplace. Enroll in this new yoga program held on the University of Missouri-Columbia campus.

When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. May 27 – July 31. No classes June 24 – July 3; classes resume July 8.

Time: 12:10 – 12:50 p.m.

Location: Memorial Union

Registration: Go to the DIY Corporate Yoga Program webpage. Space is limited. Registration closes May 20, 2014 at 5:00pm.

Coursework will cover over thirty postures, twelve breathing techniques and 8 aspects to engaging a personal or shared yoga program that tackles the sneakiest sabotaging patterns in your work environment. Reclaim satisfaction in your personal and professional life. Class is taught by Ashley Jenkins. For more information, visit Element Yoga’s DIY Corporate Yoga Program webpage. Evening classes are available; contact Ashley Jenkins for more information.

May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month

If you’re among the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you’ll be greeting spring with an itchy nose and watery eyes. For those who also suffer from asthma, seasonal allergies can affect the airways in the lungs with symptoms ranging from mild to serious or even life threatening. The good news is that it can be controlled and you can find relief See the attached flyer for tips on how to breathe easier as the spring turns into summer.

Need some ‘fresh’ ideas for the kitchen?

The Root Cellar is a fresh-format grocery store located in downtown Columbia a few blocks north of the University of Missouri campus (1023 East Walnut in the newly renovated North Village Arts District). Root Cellar offers free delivery to offices with multiple subscribers. Contact Chelsea Davis at rootcellarmo@gmail.com for more details.

 

Are you “computing healthy”?

Do you experience back pain, wrist cramps or headaches from working at your computer all day? If so, a free Workstation Analysis, performed by the Adaptive Computing Technology (ACT) Center, may help alleviate discomfort and prevent long-term injury.

People are all shapes and sizes; therefore, not every workstation can consist of the same set-up and computing tools while providing the same level of comfort and productivity. An ACT Center staff member is able to evaluate your personal workstation, at no cost, as well as to provide suggestions on how to reduce strain and use alternative computing tools to make you feel more comfortable throughout your day. 

The ACT Center believes that a Workstation Analysis can be beneficial in many ways: increase productivity, boost morale and reduce injury. Healthy computing starts with the proper posture and tools needed to make computing comfortable and productive. Visit the ACT Center’s Workstation Analysis webpage or contact the ACT Center at (573) 884-2600 to schedule an appointment.

 

Zumba class starting next week!

Apr. 29 – May 27 (Tuesdays). MU Hospital, Mid MO Gym. Class meets every Tuesday from 5 – 6:00 p.m. Please register and the cost is $15 ($3 per class) for the series or $5 drop-in fee. Class is taught by Megan Jones. For questions and to register please email Megan at jones.megan004@gmail.com.

 

Spring walking groups are still going on!

Please come join one of our spring walking groups. Walking is a great exercise; and with the beautiful spring weather around us, it’s a great time to get out and enjoy it! Here are two walking groups that are going on now:

·         Apr. 2 – May 7 (Wednesdays): Walking Group. Take this great opportunity to get up and get moving on your lunch break with a 30-minute walk. Meet at Woodrail Building 7 (by the flag pole) for a short walk from 12:30-1:00 p.m. Walking group led by Emily. No registration is needed. Just show up and cost is free! For questions please email Sarah at elliss@umsystem.edu.

·         Apr. 4 – 25 (Fridays): Walking Group. Meet at Peace Park from 12:30-1:00 p.m. Walking group led by Kailey. No registration is needed just show up and cost is free!  For questions please email Sarah at elliss@umsystem.edu.

 

Eat plenty of fiber for good health

We often hear that we should get plenty of fiber to help with digestion, but fiber provides many other benefits as well, such as:

·         Reducing the risk of heart disease.

·         Lowering cholesterol.

·         Lowering high blood pressure.

Can’t think of ways to add fiber to your diet?

·         Try eating an orange at breakfast instead of drinking the juice. The orange provides three grams of fiber but the juice only provides a half of a gram.

·         Add vegetables to your pizza.

·         Be generous with the vegetables in casseroles and soups.

·         Start the day with a whole grain cereal. One cup of cooked oatmeal provides around four grams of fiber.

·         Switch from white rice to wild or brown rice.

·         Beans are a great source of fiber—one half cup of kidney beans provides seven grams of fiber. Include beans in your meals two to three times a week.

·         Add sunflower seeds, walnuts or almonds to salads or enjoy a handful for a snack.

 

University of Missouri Extension provides a great amount of information on this topic. Read the article “Eat plenty of fiber for good health” by Tammy Roberts, MS, RD, LD, a Nutrition and Health Education Specialist for MU Extension.

 

Healthy Habits recipes

Everyone likes to cook a new recipe once in a while, so why not make it a healthy one? It can be difficult to find a healthy recipe that actually tastes good, so for the next food day at work, try out one of these new healthy recipes offered by the University of Missouri Extension: Fox 4 Healthy Habits recipes. The webpage offers a long list of healthy recipes. Nutritional information is provided for most recipes.

 

Chronic stress leads to health problems

Because the daily stress in our lives can take its toll on our bodies, it is important to learn how to deal with stress in healthy ways. Here are a few tips:

·         Make sure you have a good foundation by eating a healthy and balanced diet, exercising, and getting adequate sleep.

·         Build healthy relationships with family and friends.

·         Use relaxation techniques and make time for yourself.

·         And try to have a sense of humor about things!

More information is available in the article “Chronic stress leads to health problems,” by Christeena Haynes, MS, RD, LD, a Nutrition and Health Education Specialist for MU Extension.

 

Getting and staying motivated to change health habits

Whether you are trying to control your blood sugar, lose a few pounds or lower your cholesterol, here are some tips that Lynda Johnson, nutrition and health education specialist with University of Missouri Extension, says can help you stay motivated toward your goal.

1.    Cherish yourself and your health.    

2.    Commit to change. Be willing to move in a new direction.

3.    Have confidence. Believe in yourself and your ability to change. Have a “can do” attitude.

4.    Chart your course. Begin by keeping track of your activity and what you eat for a week    

5.    Be creative

6.    Find a cheerleader.    

7.    Celebrate your progress.

 

There is much more to read on this topic published by Missouri Extension. Read the article “Getting and staying motivated to change health habits.”

Design your financial roadmap! Enroll now in this FREE online webinar
Life is busy and always changing; you’re meeting partners, starting families, buying homes and more. In the midst of this busyness, don’t let your financial future be overlooked. Now is the time to put aside money to save for the lifestyle you want in your retirement years. Spend one hour this month with experts to learn how to create your financial roadmap. This one hour investment can make the difference in having enough money put away to relax and enjoy your retirement years rather than worrying how to pay the bills.

Attend the FREE workshop to learn ways to protect your hard-earned money by:

• Setting financial goals
• Prioritizing personal savings
• Managing market investments

Date & Time	Location	To Register
Thurs., April 24, 2014 11 a.m.-12 p.m. CST	Online webinar	·     Visit the registration page ·     Fill in your first name, last name and email address, then click Register ·     You’ll receive a confirmation email with a link and access to the webinar, save this email

 

Learn to eat for health and enjoyment – Register NOW for Eat for Life!
Discover the benefits of Eat for Life—an innovative approach to weight management. 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 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. 

·         In-person course: Orientation: May 27 | Classes: June 3 – Aug 5 (12 – 1 p.m.)

·         Online course: Orientation: starting May 30 | Classes: week of June 6 – week of Aug 8.

·         Cost:

o   $50 for faculty, staff and family ($25 refunded with full participation).

o   $180 for community.

·         Register: Email Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

 

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy, health psychologist. For more information: watch informational videos or find more details online.

 

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. Join this summer’s eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes and learn to manage your 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. Taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy.

Orientation: Tuesday, June 3, 5:15 p.m.

Classes: Tuesdays, June 10-July 29, 5:15 – 7:15 p.m.

Retreat: Saturday, July 12, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $40 includes all events, a manual, DVD and CD. $20 refunded if you attend 7 of 8 classes. Spouses or partners can join with you free of charge if they use the same materials.

For more information or to register for the orientation meeting, please contact Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

Spring walking groups are now available!
Please come join one of our spring walking groups. Walking is a great exercise; and with the beautiful spring weather around us, it’s a great time to get out and enjoy it! Here are two walking groups that are going on now:

 

·         Apr. 2 – May 7 (Wednesdays): Walking Group. Take this great opportunity to get up and get moving on your lunch break with a 30-minute walk. Meet at Woodrail Building 7 (by the flag pole) for a short walk from 12:30-1:00 p.m. Walking group led by Emily. No registration is needed. Just show up and cost is free! For questions please email Sarah at elliss@umsystem.edu.

·         Apr. 4 – 25 (Fridays): Walking Group. Meet at Peace Park from 12:30-1:00 p.m. Walking group led by Kailey. No registration is needed just show up and cost is free!  For questions please email Sarah at elliss@umsystem.edu.