Dear SFS-Q Colleagues,
I am so excited and inspired by the latest wellness
challenge being embraced by SFS-Q: Step Into Action. It's easy to make
resolutions each year to improve our health, but actually making the changes
required to make those resolutions a reality can be tough. Lifestyle changes
are particularly difficult when you go it alone; that's why the Step Into Action
challenge will be so fun and beneficial as you work together to keep your
resolutions.
Before you can start your journey you have to know where you
are right now.You've already taken the first step by attending last month's
health fair, getting your base line health screenings and educating yourself
with an array of wellness information. Over the course of the next three
months, I'll look forward to cheering you on your way and applauding your
community's progress. So, whether you are looking to lose weight, improve your
overall fitness, eat better or stress less, I hope you will engage with the
resources that your Health and Wellness Officer, Mary Bryan, has put in place
to support you. If you would like more information about Step Into Action, or if
you have any questions, please contact Mary at meb252@georgetown.edu.
Here's a look at what's happening and available in February
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GU Olympic Walking Challenge
Kick Off- Sunday, February 12, 12noon to 1pm
VIP Entrance to Green Spine-treats on arrival
Monitor steps (exercise) for one month
Wellness Wednesday Discussions
Wednesdays, 12 to 1pm
Room 1D66 New South HR Conference Room
Bring your 'healthy' lunch. Join a discussion group focusing
and supporting healthy eating and lifestyle at lunchtime. Example of topics:
Detoxification/fibre, GI Factor, portion control, green smoothies.
Yoga Classes - Mondays, 5 to 6pm, Performing Arts
Studio
Step Classes - Tuesdays, 5 to 6pm, Performing Arts
Studio
Capoeira Classes - Wednesdays, 4.45pm to 6pm,
Performing Arts Studio
All Classes are FREE.
I will be watching your progress with a supportive eye this
month as you kick off the Step Into Action challenge. Take a moment to document
where you are today - take a picture, write a journal entry or record your
current biometric stats. When I come out for my annual visit in April, I will
look forward to seeing how far you've come as a community working together to
embrace wellness.
Be well,
Charles DeSantis
Associate Vice President & Chief Benefits Officer--
Director, Communications/GUWellness: Mind, Body, Soul
Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits
Georgetown University