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Welcome to the VSU Wellness Web site. We hope you find this page useful as we have outlined our mission, goals, and program philosophy as well as some history behind this initiative. Take this opportunity to "Catch the Wellness Wave" by participating in our variety of health and wellness programs.
What's New
Quit Smoking (chewing, dipping) programs
American Cancer Society Stop Smoking classes is coming to VSU. This program is free of charge and is open to Faculty, Staff and Students. Classes will start the third week in September and a schedule will be announced soon. For more information about the American Cancer Society program called Freshstart, click HERE.
Addtionally, the VSU Counseling Center is offering the "Getting Ready to Quit" seminar on Tuesday, September 9 from 4:00-5:30 in the UC Dogwood Room. Information about the Freshstart program will be provided at this session.
Free Step Aerobics Classes: STEP INTO FALL
Join us for a 45 minute, low-impact step aerobics class at 5:45 p.m. on Monday and Thursday in the Centennial Hall classroom (located on the first floor). We're just a group of colleagues trying to keep in shape. No one is going to keep tabs on whether you attend class or not, so come when you can.
The workout is about 5-minutes of stretching and warmup, 30-minutes of cardio stepping, and about 10 minutes of cool down.
Email Instructor Kate Heine kaheine@valdosta.edu if interested in attending.
Fitness Center in the PE Complex
Are you looking for a place to exercise free of charge? Campus Wellness and Kinesiology and PE are pleased to announce that the Fitness Center in the PE Complex is now available to employees on Monday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday mornings from 6:30 to 7:55 a.m. We have a knowledgeable Graduate Assistant available during these times to help you learn how to use the equipment and put you on a exercise plan. We do require you complete a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire prior to beginning your exercise program. For more information contact Becky Murphy.
Weight Watchers At-Work Program
Stop Dieting, Start Living by joining our Campus Weight Watchers session.
When & Where
Wednesdays at 1:00 PM in the Dogwood Room of the University Center from now until September 24, 2008. Additional sessions are now being scheduled. Please email Becky Murphy and let us know of your interest.
Cost
The cost is $186.00 for the 17 week program and 19 weeks of e-tools, the online support. Payment can be made at the meeting by check, cash or credit card. When beginning the session after the first couple of weeks, the cost is prorated based on the number of weeks left in the series. There is a new payment option! Write three checks and payments will be posted each month using the following schedule: $62.00-June 6, $62.00-July 4, $62.00-August 1. Still need help, contact us about financial sponsorships for VSU employees.
Click HERE to view frequently asked questions.
Open to VSU Faculty, Staff, Students and Retirees
What are current At-Work participants saying about the program?
"In 17 meetings, I have lost 53.4 pounds. Even better, I , as someone who has always had a poor self esteem, am feeling very good about myself. I feel better both physically and mentally. I get around better and though I am an ex smoker and will always get out of breath easier than most, there has been a vast improvement in that too."
"I went to the doctor recently and he cut two of my medications in half. I feel the best that I have felt in 6 years. In 17 meetings, I have lost 20 pounds "
"Since I started losing weight, I find that I am less tired and don't need so many naps. I am happy to say that in 17 meetings, I have lost 16 pounds "
"Our group leader, Angie Weldon is awesome. She can motivate anyone."
Lunch-n-Learn 2008-2009 Series
Our Lunch-n-Learn programs is offered on the FIRST FRIDAY of every month. Join us for a tastefully nutritious meal prepared especially for the occasion while learning more about health and wellness related topics for only $7.49 or the use of your meal plan. Click here to see schedule.
Congratulations to our Centennial Walking Club Contest Winner - Amy Witherspoon
Click here to view the Contest Walker's final progress.
