July’s VCU Employee Well-being Programs
These VCU programs are free to attend and most are virtual unless specified below! Register in Talent to receive links. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Wednesday, July 3rd – 12 pm Deep Stretch (Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being) This is a slower 30-minute practice focused on active stretching of muscles and opening of connective tissue. […]
2024 Heart Walk
Join VCU and VCU Health and walk to save lives! The Richmond Heart Walk is back and ready to reinvigorate your heart-healthy lifestyle by reuniting our community for better health. Join us at the Innsbrook Pavilion on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. We are walking together, connected in the American Heart Association’s […]
Simple Ways to Stay Healthy This Summer
Summer is the time of year meant for relaxation and renewal; road trips and lazy beach days; odd jobs and air conditioners, but just because you’re transitioning into vacation mode doesn’t mean you have to abandon those healthy habits you’ve worked so hard to establish. Thankfully, you can maintain some version of your personal wellness […]
Help Improve Joint Pain
Regular physical activity can help improve pain, function, mood, and quality of life for people with joint pain. See the infographic below to learn more about the best types of activities to choose, how often to do them, and more. Check out CommonHealth’s “BODY – Exercise, Nutrition, Sleep, General Health” playlist on YouTube for videos […]
Manage stress: Tips from a busy TV host
TV HOST KARAMO BROWN REFLECTS ON STRESS How you manage stress affects your overall well-being. See our interview with TV host Karamo Brown, as he reflects on stress levels during his career. Learn his advice for managing stress and keeping a positive outlook. Read more and see more videos at the American Heart […]
Setting Healthy Intentions for the Week
Start this week with a fresh beginning. This exercise serves a dual purpose: It helps clear your mind of worries, stress and unhappiness and it creates a clean slate for you to refresh your healthy intentions. To begin, find a quiet place and concentrate on your breathing. Take deep, steady breaths and visualize letting go […]