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

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

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

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

Make a New Year’s Resolution and Enroll in One of the Many New Fitness Classes

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

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

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

·         Weds Jan 22 – meets in Towns. 222

·         Weds Jan 29 – meets in Towns. 222

·         Weds Feb 26 –meets in Towns. 222

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

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

Get out of the “clean your plate” club. Register for Eat for Life Program —  In Person or Online

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. For more information: watch informational videos

In Person Class:

Orientation: Wednesday, January 22, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.  

Class: Wednesdays, January 29 – April 9 (except March 23), from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.  

Cost: $50 for faculty, staff, retirees, and partners/spouses ($25 refunded with full participation);    $180 for community members

 

Online Class:

Online Orientation: week of January 24

Online Class: week of January 31 – week of April 4

Cost: $50 for faculty, staff and family members ($25 rebate with full participation);

           $180 for community members

Program is taught by health psychologist, Dr. Lynn Rossy.

Register by emailing Craig Deken Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu

 

If you have Chronic Illness, Pain, Anxiety, Depression—Register Now for Stress Reduction Class

Three decades of research show the Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction Program is effective in helping people coping with medical problems, job or family-related stress, anxiety, and depression. This 8-week program provides tools for responding to the stress associated with illness and everyday life with greater skill and creativity using mindfulness meditation, yoga, and body scan and information about stress, communication, and wellness. Cost:  $40 for faculty, staff, retirees, and spouses/partners. Attend 7 of 8 classes and receive $20 rebate.

Orientation: Wednesday, January 22 (Memorial Union) at 5:30 p.m.

Class: Wednesdays (January 29 – March 19) 5:30 – 7:30p.m.

Retreat: Saturday, March 8 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)

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

 

ROC 7K Trail Run

Scenic single track Rhett’s Run and Bear Creek Trails. January 25, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. See attached flyer for more details. To see the trail info and register, visit www.gocolumbiamo.com.   

 

Tip to tell the difference between the cold and the flu

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

 

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. Healthy for Life wants you to know that there’s a lot you can do to prevent cervical cancer. About 20 million Americans currently have HPV (human papillomavirus), the most common sexually transmitted disease. HPV is a major cause of cervical cancer. (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2013).

Lower your risk of getting HPV (human papillomavirus) – the most common sexually transmitted disease. Find out how: http://1.usa.gov/TIwCaE

HPV (human papillomavirus) is the most common sexually transmitted disease out there. Find out how HPV affects men: http://1.usa.gov/Y1tCN

Stop eating when you’re stressed or bored! Register for Eat for Life Program – in person or online!

Discover the benefits of this innovative approach to weight management through Healthy for Life’s Eat for Life program.  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. For more information: watch informational videos

In Person Class:

Orientation: Wednesday, January 22, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.  

Class: Wednesdays, January 29 – April 9 (except March 23), from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.  

Cost: $50 for faculty, staff, retirees, and partners/spouses ($25 refunded with full participation);    $180 for community members

Online Class:

Online Orientation: week of January 24

Online Class: week of January 31 – week of April 4

Cost: $50 for faculty, staff and family members ($25 rebate with full participation);  $180 for community members

Program is taught by health psychologist, Dr. Lynn Rossy.

Register by emailing Craig Deken Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu

 

Lower your stress in just 8 weeks – 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.  Cost:  $40 for faculty, staff, retirees, and spouses/partners. Attend 7 of 8 classes and receive $20 rebate.

Orientation: Wednesday, January 22 (Memorial Union) at 5:30 p.m.
Class: Wednesdays (January 29 – March 19) 5:30 – 7:30p.m.
Retreat: Saturday, March 8 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy. 
Register by contacting Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

 

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

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

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

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

New Yoga and Zumba classes forming
Jan. 6-Mar. 3 (Mondays): Yoga. Missouri Psychiatric Center, Gym. Class meets every Monday from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $24 for series. Registration is needed and class is taught by Kate Walker. No class on Jan. 20^th. If you have questions, email Kate at yogateacher530@gmail.com

Jan. 10-Feb. 28 (Fridays): Yoga. Missouri Psychiatric Center, Gym. Class meets every Friday from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $24 for series. Registration is needed and class is taught by Kate Walker. If you have questions, email Kate at yogateacher530@gmail.com

Jan. 7-Feb.25 (Tuesdays): Zumba. Missouri Psychiatric Center, Gym. Class meets every Tuesday from 5-6:00p.m. Please register and the cost is $24 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

Mar. 4-Apr. 22 (Tuesdays): Zumba. Missouri Psychiatric Center, Gym. Class meets every Tuesday from 5-6:00p.m. Please register and the cost is $24 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

Apr. 29-May. 27 (Tuesdays): Zumba. Missouri Psychiatric Center, Gym. Class meets every Tuesday from 5-6:00p.m. Please register and the cost is $3 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

Be more present for your life and make better choices – 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.  Cost:  $40 for faculty, staff, retirees, and spouses/partners. Attend 7 of 8 classes and receive $20 rebate.

Orientation: Wednesday, January 22 (Memorial Union) at 5:30 p.m.

Class: Wednesdays (January 29 – March 19) 5:30 – 7:30p.m.

Retreat: Saturday, March 8 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy. 

Register by contacting Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

 

Change how you think about eating. Register for Eat for Life Program — In Person or Online.
Discover the benefits of this innovative approach to weight management through Healthy for Life’s Eat for Life program.  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. 

For more information: watch informational videos

In Person Class:

Orientation: Wednesday, January 22, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.  

Class: Wednesdays, January 29 – April 9 (except March 23), from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.  

Cost: $50 for faculty, staff, retirees, and partners/spouses ($25 refunded with full participation);    $180 for community members

Online Class:

Online Orientation: week of January 24

Online Class: week of January 31 – week of April 4

Cost: $50 for faculty, staff and family members ($25 rebate with full participation);

           $180 for community members

   Program is taught by health psychologist, Dr. Lynn Rossy.

Register by emailing Craig Deken Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu

 

Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk
Put on your jingle bells, wear a festive costume, and ask your friends and neighbors to join you in support of the Arthritis Foundation's mission to prevent, control, and cure arthritis and related diseases.  Join us on Saturday, December 14, 2013 at the Roger B. Wilson Government Center in Columbia, MO.  This event will benefit the Arthritis Foundation – Heartland Region. Registration includes All-You-Can-Eat pancakes.  You can register for the 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Winter Walk, or Tot Trot at http://moarthritis.typepad.com/central_missouri_rac/2013/11/jingle-bell-5k-runwalk-december-14-2013.html.

 

Lunch and Learn with Hy-Vee Dietician Paula Vandelicht

SAVE THE DATE:  Tuesday, December 17

TIME:                       Noon

PLACE:                    Room 185 General Services Building

PRESENTER:          Paula Vandelicht, Hy-Vee Dietitian

Learn about new recipes for healthy, yummy, holiday food and enjoy some of Paula’s samples.

Bring your lunch and meet with us on her last session of the year.

 

Ongoing and New classes available:
Jan. 6-Mar. 3 (Mondays): Yoga. Missouri Psychiatric Center, Gym. Class meets every Monday from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $24 for series. Registration is needed and class is taught by Kate Walker. No class on Jan. 20^th. If you have questions, email Kate at yogateacher530@gmail.com

Jan. 7-May. 6 (Tuesdays): Yoga. Townsend, Room 223. 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.

Jan. 10-Feb. 28 (Fridays): Yoga. Missouri Psychiatric Center, Gym. Class meets every Friday from 12:10-12:50 p.m. and costs $24 for series. Registration is needed and class is taught by Kate Walker. If you have questions, email Kate at yogateacher530@gmail.com

Jan. 7-Feb.25 (Tuesdays): Zumba. MU Hospital, Mid MO Gym Class meets every Tuesday from 5-6:00p.m. Please register and the cost is $24 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

 

Proper hand-washing helps prevent spread of germs
Read this MU Extension article on the importance of proper hand-washing. It is especially important during this time of the year. http://extension.missouri.edu/news/DisplayStory.aspx?N=2028

 

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

Turkey Trax 5K
The Turkey Trax 5K Run www.turkeytraxrun.com is Thanksgiving Day at 8:30am.  Ultramax Sports will give donations back to charities based on a 10% of registrations fees as well as $25 per person back to MU Children’s Hospital for anyone that volunteer.

If you would like to register for the run/walk, please do so on the link above.  While registering, please use the charity code of TTCMN13.

If you would like to volunteer for the day before or the day of, please do so with this link:  :  https://ultramax.wufoo.com/forms/volunteer-inquiry-turkeytrax-5k-cmn/

Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk
Put on your jingle bells, wear a festive costume, and ask your friends and neighbors to join you in support of the Arthritis Foundation's mission to prevent, control, and cure arthritis and related diseases.  Join us on Saturday, December 14, 2013 at the Roger B. Wilson Government Center in Columbia, MO.  This event will benefit the Arthritis Foundation – Heartland Region. Registration includes All-You-Can-Eat pancakes.  You can register for the 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Winter Walk, or Tot Trot at http://moarthritis.typepad.com/central_missouri_rac/2013/11/jingle-bell-5k-runwalk-december-14-2013.html.

Pilates Classes Extended into December
Sept. 9 – Dec. 2 (Mondays): Pilates. Hill Hall, 305. Class meets every Monday from 12:10-12:40 p.m.  No registration is needed and costs $3 per class. Class is taught by Tina Price. For questions, email Tina at PriceT@missouri.edu
Sept. 11 – Dec. 4 (Wednesday): Pilates. Townsend 222. Class meets every Wednesday from 12:10-12:40 p.m.  No registration is needed and costs $3 per class. Class is taught by Tina Price. For questions, email Tina at PriceT@missouri.edu
New Walking Group at MKT Trailhead
Nov. 5-Nov.28 (Tuesday & Thursdays): Walking Group. Need a bit more encouragement and support to start exercising, now is a great opportunity. Get up and get moving on your lunch break with a 30 minute walk. Meet at MKT Trailhead at Stewart and Providence from 12:15 to 12:45. Walking group lead by Krista. No registration is needed just show up and cost is free!  For questions please email Krista at GalyenK@missouri.edu

Yoga in the State Historical Society of Missouri Art Gallery
Nov 18-Jan. 13 (Mondays): drop in Yoga. Ellis Library Room 5, State Historical Society of Missouri Art Gallery. Class meets every Thursday from 12:15-12:45 p.m. Immerse yourself in the restorative experience of the gallery with the added benefit of Glenda Moum’s instruction.  No registration is needed. Fee: $1 per class. If you have questions, email Glenda at MoumG@missouri.edu
Nov 21-Jan. 16 (Thursdays): drop in Yoga. Ellis Library Room 5, State Historical Society of Missouri Art Gallery. Class meets every Thursday from 12:15-12:45 p.m. Immerse yourself in the restorative experience of the gallery with the added benefit of Glenda Moum’s instruction.  No registration is needed. Fee: $1 per class. If you have questions, email Glenda at MoumG@missouri.edu

November is American Diabetes Month
American Diabetes Month is a time to raise awareness of diabetes prevention and control. In the United States, more than 25 million people are living with diabetes and 79 million more are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2013).

Over time, if it’s not controlled, type 2 diabetes can cause serious health problems like heart disease, stroke, and blindness. You may be at risk for type 2 diabetes if you:

•    Are age 45 or older
•    Are overweight
•    Have a parent, brother, or sister with diabetes
•    Are African American, Hispanic or Latino American, American Indian, Asian
•    American, or Pacific Islander
•    Have had diabetes during pregnancy (gestational diabetes)
•    Have had a baby with a birth weight of more than 9 pounds
•    Have high blood pressure or cholesterol
•    Exercise less than 3 times a week

You can do a lot to lower your chances of getting type 2 diabetes by:
•    Watching your weight
•    Eating healthy
•    Staying active  

Prevent Diabetes. Learn more: http://1.usa.gov/bKyFHF

Discounts/Resources
Interested in saving some money for the holidays? Check out these GREAT discounts for university employees all over the city! Click here for a full list of discounts/resources available in Columbia!

Learn to eat for health and enjoyment – Register for Eat for Life Program — In Person or Online
Discover the benefits of this innovative approach to weight management through Healthy for Life’s Eat for Life program.  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. For more information: watch informational videos

In Person Class:

Orientation: Wednesday, January 22, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.  

Class: Wednesdays, January 29 – April 9 (except March 23), from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.  

Cost: $50 for faculty, staff, retirees, and partners/spouses ($25 refunded with full participation);    $180 for community members

Online Class:

Online Orientation: week of January 24

Online Class: week of January 31 – week of April 4

Cost: $50 for faculty, staff and family members ($25 rebate with full participation);

           $180 for community members

Program is taught by health psychologist, Dr. Lynn Rossy.

Register by emailing Craig Deken Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu

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.  Cost:  $40 for faculty, staff, retirees, and spouses/partners. Attend 7 of 8 classes and receive $20 rebate.

Orientation: Wednesday, January 22 (Memorial Union) at 5:30 p.m.

Class: Wednesdays (January 29 – March 19) 5:30 – 7:30p.m.

Retreat: Saturday, March 8 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy. 

Register by contacting Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

NEW WALKING GROUP
Nov. 5-Nov.28 (Tuesday & Thursdays): Walking Group. Need a bit more encouragement and support to start exercising, now is a great opportunity. Get up and get moving on your lunch break with a 30 minute walk. Meet at MKT Trailhead at Stewart and Providence from 12:15 to 12:45. Walking group lead by Krista. No registration is needed just show up and cost is free!  For questions please email Krista at GalyenK@missouri.edu

Don’t Miss Your Opportunity for Your Free Flu Shot
Protect yourself and the ones you care about from the flu by getting your FREE flu shot! Free Flu shots are once again available to UM faculty, staff, dependents and retirees enrolled in both the myChoice Health Plan and myOptions Health Plans. Flu shots are sponsored by UM myTotal Rewards,  Healthy for Life and UM Faculty and Staff Benefits.

The final clinics will be held this week:

Monday, Nov. 4th 216 Heinkel 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 6th Mizzou Arena South Concourse 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 7th MU Printing Services (2800 Maguire Blvd) 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Visit http://www.umsystem.edu/curators/wellness/flushotschedule to learn more.

 

Free Self Defense Class for Women
Execute techniques in a safe, controlled environment. Learn both standing and ground-based defense.  Learn how to take down a larger attacker. Gain confidence! See attached flyer for more information or contact Zach Lenon (cavalobjj@gmail.com) or Kizzi Roberts (ksrkv6@mail.missouri.edu) for more information and to pre-register.

Come Participate in the New Zumba Class
New Zumba class forming. Class meets every Thursdays October 10th through December 5th from 5-6:00p.m at Quarterdeck, QD 251. No class on Thursday Nov. 28. Please register and the cost is $24 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

Fitness Instructors and Walking Group Leaders Needed
If you are a certified fitness instructor and are interested in teaching a class for faculty and staff members on campus or if you are interested in leading a walking group please contact Sarah Ellis elliss@umsystem.edu for more information.

OPAH Launching a New Health & Fitness Project
Project LOLA has been designed to address the unique health needs of lesbian and bisexual women 40 and over and will be active in Columbia beginning Fall 2013. The 16-week program will provide participants with opportunities to engage in a variety of health-related activities in group and community settings with other women. It is a great opportunity to try out new ways of approaching health and contribute to what we know about health in the LGBTQ community!

Eligible participants are women 40 and over who self-identify as lesbian or bisexual, who are not at their optimal health, and who are interested in getting healthier. Anyone interested in getting involved can get more information about the project at 1-855-765-5223 or opah@missouri.edu.

For more information about Out, Proud and Healthy and Project LOLA, please visit  www.outproudandhealthy.org

New Walking Groups!

New walking groups start next week at University Hospital and Stankowski Field:

University Hospital Walking Group led by Courtney and Rachel
When: Oct. 14-Nov. 4 (Mondays)
Where: Meet in the courtyard northwest of the Sinclair School of Nursing
Time: 11:30-12:00 p.m.Distance: Approx. 1.14 miles

All levels are welcome and no registration is needed. Participation is free. If you have any questions please contact Blaine Snow at snowb@umsystem.edu.

Stankowski Walking Group led by Stephanie and Sarah
When: Oct. 16-Nov. 6 (Wednesdays)
Where: Stankowski Field, southeast corner (closest to University Hospital)
Time: 12:15-12:45 p.m.
Distance: Approx. 1.2 miles

All levels are welcome and no registration is needed. Participation is free. If you have any questions please contact Blaine Snow at snowb@umsystem.edu.

Free Self Defense Class for Women
Execute techniques in a safe, controlled environment. Learn both standing and ground-based defense.  Learn how to take down a larger attacker. Gain confidence! Contact Zach Lenon (cavalobjj@gmail.com) or Kizzi Roberts (ksrkv6@mail.missouri.edu) for more information and to pre-register.

Run From The Park
Join the 2^nd Annual Hallsville fun run at Tribble Park, October 27^th at 3:00 p.m. Costumes are fun, but not required. See attached flyer for more information. Registration fee is $20 for adults, $10 for those under age 18. No pre-registration required.

Come Participate in the New Zumba Class
New Zumba class forming. Class meets every Thursdays October 10th through December 5th from 5-6:00p.m at Quarterdeck, QD 251. No class on Thursday Nov. 28. Please register and the cost is $24 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

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This October, Healthy for Life is proud to participate in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. About 1 in 8 women born today in the United States will get breast cancer at some point during her life. After skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common kind of cancer in women (Department of Health and Human Services, 2013). The good news is that many women can survive breast cancer if it’s found and treated early.

·         If you are age 40 to 49, talk with your doctor about when to start getting mammograms and how often to get them.

·         Women ages 50 to 74 need mammograms every 2 years. You may choose to start getting mammograms earlier or to get them more often.

·         Worried about cost? Mammograms are covered for women over age 40 under the health care reform law. More: http://1.usa.gov/159zd67

·         Did you know? Breast cancer can occur in men. Over 2,000 men are diagnosed each year. More: http://1.usa.gov/HSlf4.

·         Nervous about getting a mammogram? Watch this short video about mammograms and what to expect: http://1.usa.gov/fKtUB

Department of Health and Human Services. (2013).Retrieved from https://www.healthfinder.gov

Fitness Instructors and Walking Group Leaders Needed
If you are a certified fitness instructor and are interested in teaching a class for faculty and staff members on campus or if you are interested in leading a walking group please contact Sarah Ellis elliss@umsystem.edu for more information.

Protect yourself and the ones you care about from the flu by getting your FREE flu shot!
Free Flu shots are once again available to UM faculty, staff, dependents and retirees enrolled in both the myChoice Health Plan and myOptions Health Plans. Flu shots are sponsored by UM myTotal Rewards,  Healthy for Life and UM Faculty and Staff Benefits. Visit http://www.umsystem.edu/curators/wellness/flushotschedule to learn more and view the schedule of events.

Join the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals in the Miracle Marathon
Miracle Marathon is a 27.2-day virtual fundraising campaign in which we ask you to run, walk or achieve forward motion one mile per day throughout October. Starting Oct. 1 and concluding Oct. 27, Miracle Marathon challenges you to get out, get moving and give back — all to help kids in your community.  

Miracle Marathon isn’t your typical marathon, because anyone can participate! Whenever it’s convenient, you can run, walk, bike, skip, scoot or just move one mile, every day, for 27 days. Even better, you can participate as a family, with friends, as a company or by yourself — whatever works best for you! It’s a marathon, plus an extra mile, “for the kids.”  

The official Miracle Marathon website is now available at MiracleMarathon.org and includes registration information, fundraising tips and inspirational messages as well as a personal donation page and blog for you to track your progress and share your stories.

New Walking Groups!
Healthy for Life is now offering two new walking groups, at University Hospital and Stankowski Field:

Stankowski Walking Group led by Stephanie and Sarah
When: Oct. 16-Nov. 6 (Wednesdays)
Where: Stankowski Field, southeast corner
Time: 12:15-12:45 p.m.
Distance: Approx. 1.2 miles
All levels are welcome and no registration is needed. Participation is free. If you have any questions please contact Blaine Snow at snowb@umsystem.edu.

University Hospital Walking Group led by Courtney and Rachel
When: Oct. 14-Nov. 4 (Mondays)
Where: University Hospital by the back door that leads towards Med. School and library
Time: 11:30-12:00 p.m.
Distance: Approx. 1.14 miles
All levels are welcome and no registration is needed. Participation is free. If you have any questions please contact Blaine Snow at snowb@umsystem.edu.

Act Healthy Enrollment is Open Again. Sign Up this Week before Enrollment Closes!
Ever wanted to: start a new healthy behavior and stick with it; be more active; manage stress better; improve your diet; lower your blood pressure or cholesterol; lower your blood sugar?
 
One hundred MU employees enrolled in Act Healthy in June. We are now enrolling 100 additional people. This project 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. Individuals in the treatment group will attend 6 group meetings over the lunch hour.  For more information, see the flier and view the study consent form. If you wish to sign up for the study after reading the consent form, register for an orientation meeting by visiting www.regonline.com/acthealthyorientationmeetingfall2013. The last day to sign up is October 3. Group meetings will start the following week. Contact Mary Clark, RN, with questions at (573)884-1439 or clarkmj@umsystem.edu.

Act Healthy Enrollment is Open Again. Sign Up Now!
Ever wanted to: start a new healthy behavior and stick with it; be more active; manage stress better; improve your diet; lower your blood pressure or cholesterol; lower your blood sugar?

One hundred MU employees enrolled in Act Healthy in June. We are now enrolling 100 additional people. This project 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. Individuals in the treatment group will attend 6 group meetings over the lunch hour.  For more information, see the flier and view the study consent form. If you wish to sign up for the study after reading the consent form, register for an orientation meeting by visiting www.regonline.com/acthealthyorientationmeetingfall2013. The last day to sign up is October 3. Group meetings will start the following week. Contact Mary Clark, RN, with questions at (573)884-1439 or clarkmj@umsystem.edu.

Learn more about the exciting new Culture of Health Initiative
The Culture of Health Council invites the Healthy for Life Wellness Ambassadors and ALL interested faculty and staff to find out more about the Culture of Health Initiative on September 24^th from 12-1pm in Memorial Union, N214/215.  Find out how to bring wellness into the workplace! Dr. Lynn Rossy, Health Psychologist for Healthy for Life, will be showing a brief presentation. Please RSVP by emailing wellness@umsystem.edu.

When:  Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Where: Memorial Union, N 214/215 (Benton/Bingham Ballroom)

Time:  12-1pm

Learn more about the Culture of Health

Lower your stress in just 8 weeks – 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. This is an 8–week class teaching meditation, yoga and other mind-body techniques for managing stress.  Cost:  $40 for faculty, staff, retirees, and spouses/partners. Attend 7 of 8 classes and receive $20 rebate.

Orientation: Wednesday, September 25 (Memorial Union) at 5:30 p.m.
Class: Wednesdays (October 2-November 20) 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Retreat: Saturday, November 16 (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)

Program taught by Dr. Lynn Rossy. 

Register by contacting Craig Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu.

Don’t eat when you’re not hungry. Register for Fall Eat for Life Program– In Person or Online.
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. 

For more information: watch informational videos

In Person Class:

Orientation: Tuesday, September 24, 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.  
Class: Tuesdays, October 1 – December 10, 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.  
Cost: $50 for faculty, staff, retirees, and partners/spouses ($25 rebate with full participation); $180 for community members

Online Class:

Online Orientation: week of September 27
Online Class: week of October 4 – week of December 6
Online Class Registration Deadline: September 23
Cost: $50 for faculty, staff and family members ($25 rebate with full participation); $180 for community members

Program is taught by health psychologist, Dr. Lynn Rossy.

Register by emailing Craig Deken Deken at csdk89@mail.missouri.edu

Join the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals in the Miracle Marathon
Miracle Marathon is a 27.2-day virtual fundraising campaign in which we ask you to run, walk or achieve forward motion one mile per day throughout October. Starting Oct. 1 and concluding Oct. 27, Miracle Marathon challenges you to get out, get moving and give back — all to help kids in your community. 

Miracle Marathon isn’t your typical marathon, because anyone can participate! Whenever it’s convenient, you can run, walk, bike, skip, scoot or just move one mile, every day, for 27 days. Even better, you can participate as a family, with friends, as a company or by yourself — whatever works best for you! It’s a marathon, plus an extra mile, “for the kids.” 

The official Miracle Marathon website is now available at MiracleMarathon.org and includes registration information, fundraising tips and inspirational messages as well as a personal donation page and blog for you to track your progress and share your stories.

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?

Did you hear about the Act Healthy project this past summer? One hundred MU employees enrolled in Act Healthy in June. We are now enrolling 100 additional people. This project 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. Individuals in the treatment group will attend 6 group meetings over the lunch hour.  Group meetings will be held in the following locations on campus:  Ellis Library, University Hospital, Women and Children's Hospital area, Agricultural Engineering Building on Rollins St., and Woodrail Center on Nifong and Forum.  For more information, see the flier and view the study consent form. If you wish to sign up for the study after reading the consent form, register for an orientation meeting by visiting www.regonline.com/acthealthyorientationmeetingfall2013. The last day to sign up is October 3. Group meetings will start the following week. Contact Mary Clark, RN, with questions at (573)884-1439 or clarkmj@umsystem.edu.