Make Hot Summer Nights More Restful
Few habits have as much impact on your health as a good night’s sleep. It plays an important role in your mood, memory, immune function, and heart health. During stretches of hot weather, though, falling asleep—and staying asleep—can be more of a challenge, leaving you tossing and turning or searching for the cool side of […]
Health tips: The movement hiding in plain sight
Modern life has made everyday tasks easier than ever. We can answer the phone without getting up, order dinner with a few taps and take an elevator instead of the stairs. While convenience saves time, it has also quietly removed many of the small movements our bodies were designed to do throughout the day. Those […]
Take Your Workout to the Water
Hot summer days are a little easier to enjoy when there’s water nearby. Whether you’re heading to the pool, the lake, or the beach, swimming is an easy way to stay active while keeping cool. This Monday, take advantage of the season and make a splash. Swimming builds strength, gets your heart pumping, and is gentle […]
August’s Well-being Programs Schedule
These VCU programs are free to attend and most are virtual unless specified below! Register in Talent to receive links. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Thursday, August 6th – 12 pm Full Body Circuits (Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being) This 30-minute circuit workout targets all parts of the body at different times to get that […]
Eat your ice cream for a long, healthy life? This doctor says so
Heard on Morning Edition Allison Aubrey 3-Minute Listen Transcript https://www.npr.org/player/embed/nx-s1-5884664/nx-s1-9845812 Oncologist and bioethicist Zeke Emanuel takes a back-to-basics approach to maintain good health in his new book, including tips like allowing yourself to enjoy ice cream. If you’re hankering for a cool treat on a hot day, nothing screams summer like ice cream. And a […]
The Calming Power of Water
Blue Mind Theory is the idea that being in, near, or even listening to water can calm your mind and leave you feeling mentally refreshed. Research suggests spending time around water may lower stress, boost your mood, and improve focus. Explore simple ways to tap into the calming power of water, no ocean view required. Have […]