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Living Well @ °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ô¤²â

Living Well @ °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ô¤²â provides free wellness activities that span the seven domains of wellness, intended to maintain and improve employee well-being. Come join us!

Living Well Activities

Rise and Shine Yoga

When: Mondays and Thursdays from 6:30 to 7:00 a.m.
Where: Virtual

TRANSFORM by Group RX

This activity is inspired by uniting two disciplines – yoga and sport – extracting from these practices to create an integrated and unique experience. Movement from traditional yoga poses (warrior, sun salutations, eagle, pigeon) thread throughout the experience. Sport-influenced movement including plyometrics, speed, power and strength are incorporated progressively to allow participants to self-guide their intensity with the focus on creating a better body and improved breath control. 

When: Mondays: 12:10 – 12:50 p.m.
Where: Arts & Humanities Building, Room 2B15

 and be sure to collect your Wellness Reward points. 

Yoga Tuesdays with Tracy

Join Tracy Ishmael in her weekly yoga class! This activity class focuses on improving posture, balance, coordination, strength and breath control by practicing a series of physical postures. Use the power of positive thinking to develop harmony in the body, mind, and environment. Namaste. Please bring your own yoga mat.

When: Tuesdays from 12:10-12:50 p.m.
Where: Arts & Humanities Building, Room 2B15

 and be sure to collect your Wellness Reward points.

Zen Meditation Sitting

It's back! Please join us for Zen Meditation, where we will practice "Just Sitting" meditation. This silent seated meditation involves focusing on your breath and allowing thoughts to come and go. We provide chairs, yoga Where mats, and meditation cushions. You are welcome to bring your own.

When: Tuesdays from 2:00-2:20 p.m.
Where: Arts and Humanities Building, Room 2B15

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20-Minute Body Weight Workout

Join Fitness instructor JJ Keck for 20-minute body weight workouts on Wednesdays!

There will be two 20-minute classes back-to-back. You can stay for one or both! The shorter classes will add flexibility for people to be able to attend.

When: Wednesdays from 12:10-12:30 p.m. AND 12:30-12:50 p.m.
Where: Arts and Humanities Building, Room 2B15

 and be sure to collect your Wellness Reward points.

Online: Gentle Chair Yoga/Meditation

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be practiced while seated in a chair.  It is suitable for people of all fitness levels.

When: Wednesdays from 2:45 – 3:00 p.m.
Where: Virtual

 and be sure to collect your Wellness Reward points. 

Zumba

Join Darlene Willie, Certified Zumba instructor on Thursdays for a lunch time Zumba class! Open to all °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ô¤²â employees.

When: Thursdays from 12:10-12:50 p.m.
Where: Arts and Humanities Building, Room 2B15 

 and be sure to collect your Wellness Reward points. 

Pilates by Michelle Moses

Pilates is a form of exercise that involves simple, repetitive exercises that increase muscle strength, endurance, flexibility, and postural stability. Participants can self-guide the intensity of their exercise.

When: Fridays from 12:10 – 12:50 p.m.
Where: Arts & Humanities Building, Room 2B15

 and be sure to collect your Wellness Reward points. 

Wellness Walks

When: Every Thursday or Friday from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. 
Where: Meet at the Biological & Geological Sciences Building (BGS)

Take a break and get outside for some fresh air! Join Ben Souriol for an hour-long walk through the various trails and walking paths on campus. If you can't commit to the full hour, no problem! There are opportunities along the route to return back to the office.

Dress appropriately for the weather, as walks may continue through foul weather. Participants are encouraged to email Ben - bsouriol@uwo.ca - to be placed on a mailing list to confirm day, as well as in the event of a cancellation or time change.  This is a great way to explore campus, connect with nature, meet new colleagues and improve your overall well-being.

Events for November

It is Financial Literacy Month!  

Financial Literacy Month is a time to focus on your financial foundation by seeking support and building knowledge and skills. You'll find a variety of in-person, virtual and self guided learning opportunities, and information at:

Pension Workshops and Planning Tools - Human Resources - °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ô¤²â 

Sessions provided by Sun Life and Telus Health cover all areas of financial wellness, including credit and debt, inflation, retirement planning, and boosting your financial health.

November Financial Literacy Quiz Challenge: The Challenge is designed as an interactive and educational activity that guides participants through a series of questions on essential financial topics. By participating in the quiz, individuals can self-assess their knowledge and gain insights into areas where they might benefit from additional learning, with resources available through °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ô¤²â's Financial Literacy Month workshops and tools. Those who complete the quiz are eligible to enter a draw for a prize, adding an element of fun and reward to the experience!  The Quiz will be open and accessible from November 1 until November 30 at 9:00 am (so you can take your time in completing it). 

We've got a Winner!

Congratulations to last month’s Internal Wellness Rewards winners: Matthew Nguyen (Brescia School of Food & Nutritional Sciences) and Cindy Dikkes (Student Experience)!

October Challenge Winners:  Thank you to all who sent us photos for the Pumpkin Carving and Best Costume contests. We received many submissions and truly enjoyed seeing such creativity!  It was very difficult to decide on contest winners. The judges have deliberated, and we are pleased to announce:

• Pumpkin Carving winners: School of Health Sciences
• Best Costume: Ivey – Faculty Services

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