Wellness Resources: July 2024

Free Group Fitness Classes 

Join a free Hoos Well Group Fitness class this summer! The classes are open to all faculty, staff (and spouses). Classes include Body Pump, Barre, Yoga, Aqua Jogging, (virtual) Pilates, and Cycle, Strength & Core.

Classes run from June 3 - August 9, 2024. 

Check out the whole schedule HERE.

Tune as You Go

Many of us forget to take regular, short breaks during the day. It can be extremely beneficial to stand up, stretch, and/or take a few deep breaths throughout the day. Regular breaks can enable us to get back to what we were doing with a renewed sense of focus and energy. 

The Tune as You Go resources provided by FEAP include a collection of short meditations, visualizations, and general guidance to promote your well-being during the workday. Investing a few minutes to reset your nervous system can do wonders to reduce stress and anxiety and increase your overall productivity. 

Click HERE to access the Tune as You Go collection (requires NetBadge login).

July Well-Being Classes 

• What Ted Lasso Can Teach Us About Cultures of Mattering 
• July 10, 12pm - Presented by FEAP
• Navigating Market Volatility
  
• July 24, 10am & 2pm - Presented by Fidelity

The above emotional and financial well-being classes are eligible for earning $25 Hoos Well rewards. You must be enrolled in a UVA Health Care Plan to earn rewards.

 

Which Produce Has the Most and Least Pesticides? 

Summer is the season to find a variety of fresh produce not available at other times of the year. Fresh always seems to taste better, but, many fruits and veggies are sprayed heavily with pesticides. Strawberries, spinach, and grapes top the list for the most pesticides while avocados, sweet corn, and onions are the "cleanest" produce tested by the EWG. For produce on The Dirty DozenTM list, it's best to buy organic (or low sprayed local). Check the Clean 15TM for produce with the least pesticides.