Zumba Day By The Bay
Saturday, September 14, 2013
Have you ever wanted to be a World Record Holder? Here is your chance! Join UW-Green Bay’s corporate team directed by UWGB Kress Center Zumba instructor Kristy Aoki and Fitness Coordinator Chrisanna Colletta on September 14th at 2:00 p.m. as the City of Green Bay attempts to break the world record for the largest Zumba class. The world record Zumba class event will last about 30 minutes followed by more Zumba fun! To sign up as part of UWGB’s corporate team, visit http://www.zumbadaybythebay.com/, click “Register Now as a “Zumba Participant”, complete the form, being sure to select Zumba participant. Under corporate team, fitness center or instructor name please enter “UWGB”.
Category: Wellness
9/11 Remembrance “Walk the Stairs” Event
| The UW-Green Bay Wellness Committee in collaboration with Vets4Vets present: | |
| What: | 9/11 Remembrance “Walk the Stairs” Event |
| When: | Wednesday, September 11, 2013 Any time between 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. |
| Where: | 2ndFloor Atrium – Cofrin Library |
Participants will walk the stairs of the library floors 2 through 8 to honor and pay tribute to the victims, families and service members effected by the tragic events of 9/11/2001.
Join us to pay tribute and show your support! United we stand. The Wellness Committee and UW-Green Bay Vets4Vets will sponsor a fruit and yogurt bar at the conclusion of the walk for the first 50 participants. |
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Lunch and Learn: Healthy Potluck
| What: | Wellness Lunch and Learn Gear up for a productive Fall semester by joining the Wellness Committee for a Healthy Potluck! |
| When: | Wednesday, August 21, 2013 12 – 1 p.m.
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| Where: | University Union, Phoenix B |
| Show off your own personal favorite recipe(s) and shop around for new, healthy inspirations for your own menu! Please feel free to sign-up a menu item and/or to send us a copy of your recipe for us to print and give off to your fans! Please let us know if you need any outlets for your dish or any other special requests. Email Chrisanna at collettc@uwgb.edu. ** Silverware, plates, napkins, cups and water will be provided. |
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Wellness Committee: Outdoor Yoga for Beginners
| What: | Wellness Lunch and Learn Outdoor Yoga for Beginners |
| When: | Wednesday, August 7, 2013 12:15 – 12:45 p.m. |
| Where: | Campus Quad (grass area between the Cofrin Library, MAC Hall and University Union) |
| Whether this is your first time to experience Yoga or you are relatively new to this type of mental/physical practice, this is the session for you! Join one of the Kress Events Center’s Yoga instructors to help guide you through some of the fundamental form and theories involved to help create a successful Yoga journey geared towards YOUR level of fitness! | |
| Visit the Wellness Committee website for information on other wellness topics, newsletters, and upcoming events! | |
Wellness Committee Upcoming Activities
GENERAL EVENTS
The Color Run
Sunday, September 29
Sign Up Now @ TheColorRun.com
More information to come
LUNCH AND LEARNS
Outdoor Yoga for Beginners
Wednesday, August 7
Campus Quad
12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Healthy Choices Potluck
Wednesday, August 21
12:10 – 1 p.m.
More information to come
9/11 Remembrance “Walk the Stairs”
In partnership with Vets for Vets
Wednesday, September 11
More information to come
Wellness Lunch and Learn: Fit While You Sit
| The UW-Green Bay Wellness Committee Presents: | |
| What: | Wellness Lunch and Learn Fit While You Sit |
| When: | Tuesday, July 16, 2013 (feel free to bring your lunch!) Session 1: 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.� Session 2: 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. |
| Where: | University Union 1965 Room |
| Dr. Bill Binsfeld from Cornerstone Chiropractic will present information and practical tips to staying fit while sitting at your desk. | |
| Visit the Wellness Committee website for information on other wellness topics, newsletters, and upcoming events! | |
American Heart Association Heart Walk
| 2013 Green Bay Heart Walk! |
| Saturday September 21st Festivities begin at 8:30am Walk Starts at 9:30am Location: Northeast Wisconsin Technical College 1-Mile and 3-Mile Routes |
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UWGB Wellness: Reminders & Upcoming Events
Join the Wellness Committee TODAY for a Healthy Choices Pot Luck from 12 – 1 p.m. in the University Union, Phoenix C
Didn’t bring a dish? Don’t worry! For a small donation, the SLO Food Alliance will be offering organic “pick-your-own” salad (featuring assorted lettuces, spinach, arugula, kale, baby bok choi, and various herbs) from the campus garden in the student services plaza. The group will also be offering pick and bag produce sales.
Looking for a way to get active and enjoy a little time away from the office, exploring the beautiful scenery on our campus? Join Student Fitness Coordinator, Elizabeth Brandt and other campus participants, as they Hit the Trails Every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. for a self-paced walk/jog/run. Contact Chrisanna Colletta to join the mailing list for updates on the walks and weather cancellations.
Don’t forget about the unlimited Kress Events Center access over the summer! In addition to the free unlimited access during the summer hours noted below, there are also various free group fitness classes offered.
Hours until Saturday, August 31
- Mon – Thurs 6:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Fri. 6:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Sat. 8 a.m. – noon
- Sun. closed
Another event held on campus is Hoops Basketball Open Gym. Join other employees for some fun basketball open recreation at the Kress Events Center! Contact Scott Berg to join the mailing list for updates.
Visit the Cofrin Library for yet another fitness challenge! The Library is sponsoring a stair climbing fitness challenge. Visit the Plaza Welcome Desk for more information.
Visit the Wellness website for information on general events, upcoming lunch and learns and other great information!
Fit Friendly Worksite: Gold Level Recipient
UW-Green Bay is committed to providing physical activity and wellness opportunities for our employees. We are proud to announce that UW-Green Bay has been recognized as a 2013 gold Level Recipient of the American Heart Association’s Fit-Friendly Worksites Recognition program. The Fit-Friendly Worksites Program is a catalyst for positive change. Worksites throughout the nation can be part of the initiative making the health and wellness of their employees a priority. For more information on the Fit-Friendly Worksites initiative, or to find out what you can do to incorporate more physical activity into your day, check out the wellness website at http://www.uwgb.edu/hr/benefits wellness/index.html.
We are extremely honored and excited to be recognized by the American Heart Association’s My Heart. My Life. initiative as a Gold Level Fit-Friendly Worksite. Physical activity and employee wellness are very important priorities here at UW-Green Bay and we encourage all of our employees to live healthy lifestyles and be active.
Wellness Lunch and Learn – June 13, 2013
| The UW-Green Bay Wellness Committee Presents: | |
| What: | Wellness Lunch and Learn Polish off FOCUS week by joining the Wellness Committee for a Healthy Potluck! |
| When: | Thursday, June 13, 2013, 12 – 1 p.m.
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| Where: | University Union Phoenix C |
| Show off your own personal favorite recipe(s) and shop around for new, healthy inspirations for your own menu! Please feel free to sign-up a menu item and/or to send us a copy of your recipe for us to print and give off to your fans! Please let us know if you need any outlets for your dish or any other special requests. Email Chrisanna at collettc@uwgb.edu.** Silverware, plates, napkins, cups and water will be provided.Visit the Wellness Committee website for information on other wellness topics, newsletters, and upcoming events! | |