UC Moves

April 30

12:10-1pm | In Person

Various Starting Locations

Our annual UC Moves campus event is quickly approaching! This event is a great opportunity to join your campus community for an energizing gathering with giveaways, prizes, activities and more! Group walks will depart from one of four campus locations at 12:10 pm and will converge upon the Campanile to finish. Check the flyer for location details.

Spring Into Motion:

UC Moves Challenge

May 5- June 1

Registration Open April 14- May 25

Join our campus as we prepare for the annual systemwide UC Moves Challenge! This challenge is a great way to represent UC Berkeley and get active with your colleagues. Visit the challenge website for more information and to sign up when registration opens! Feel free to share the flyer below with your colleagues and get ready to get moving!

I CAN: Commit to Activity and Nutrition Healthy Lifestyle Program

April 1-24

Tuesdays and Thursdays

12:10-1pm | In Person | Various Locations

I CAN is a 4 week, in-person wellness program for beginners. This program includes fun group workouts with a certified personal trainer, a hands-on cooking class, a grocery tour, nutrition workshops, goal setting, and optional fitness testing before and after the program. Past participants appreciated being part of a group and the fun, connection, and accountability this format provides. For those interested, the optional fitness evaluations will be held on Thursday, March 27 and Thursday May 1.

Click the bolded dates to access the respective registrations.

Yoga for Tension & Stress Relief

4/4

12:10-1pm

Zoom

Virtual Only

Instructor: Laurie Ferris

Cardio Kickboxing

4/11, 5/9

12:10-1pm

251 Hearst Gymnasium 

In Person

Instructor: Tomas Handelsman

Joy of Movement:

Dancing for Energy and Well-Being

4/18

12:10-1pm 

251 Hearst Gymnasium 

In Person

Instructor: Patricia Juárez

Virtual Programs

Did you miss a class or want to try one on your own schedule?

Recordings of past cooking, dance, yoga workshops and webinars are available for you to revisit on our virtual programs page.

Recipe of the Month:

Chocolate Chia Pudding

Chia pudding is an easy snack or breakfast. Indigenous to Central America, chia seeds may benefit heart health (ALA, an omega-3 fat) and blood sugar control (fiber). The cocoa powder is optional, and you can customize the amount of sweetener to your tastes. Optional toppings include fruit, chocolate shavings, and/or nuts. For more recipes, visit Cook Well Berkeley! 

Cook Well Berkeley:

Plant-Based and Planet-Friendly

Tue, Apr 29 | 12:10-1pm | Hybrid

Zoom and Tang Center Section Club

Instructor: Kim Guess

Eating lower on the food chain uses less natural resources and provides your body with loads of valuable nutrients. Whether it’s a meatless meal once a day or week, or eating mostly plants at every meal, there are benefits to your health and your planet. Demonstration, recipes, and samples provided.

Group Cook-Alongs

Looking for a fun way to cook and connect with your colleagues? Request a virtual cook-along for your team. Learn more and register.

April Ergonomic Workshops

Click highlighted date to register!

• 4/2 Ergonomics for Managers and Supervisors | 11am-12pm | Virtual
• 4/9 Ergonomics in Motion: Preventing Computer Strain | 11am-12pm | Virtual
• 4/16 Products and Matching Funds | 11am-12pm | Tang Center- Class of '42
• 4/30 Computer Ergonomics 101 | 10-11am | Tang Center- Class of '42

Check out the flyer above and website for more info!

Breastfeeding Support Program

Breastfeeding Your Baby: Return to Work/School

Tue, Apr 8 | 1-4:15pm | Virtual

This class is taught by a certified lactation consultant and is broken up into two parts. The first portion of the class addresses breastfeeding basics and problem solving. The second portion of class covers returning-to-work planning and breast pumps.

Be Well at Work Resources

Staff Garden Volunteer Day

Thu, Apr 24 | 12-1pm | Staff Garden

UC Berkeley staff, faculty, retirees, and students are welcome to help us maintain the garden.

Team Building Requests

Are you looking for a fun way to connect with your colleagues? You can now request a staff garden team building event. Learn about gardening, enjoy some time outdoors, and feel the relaxing effects of gardening. Tools and gloves provided. Learn more!

Healthy U

Moving More and Getting Outdoors

Alongside events such as Earth Day, Easter, and Passover, April is also Move More Together Month! Created by the American Heart Association, Move More Month encourages people to incorporate more movement into our daily lives. See more resources below:

National Walking Day: Taking place on Wednesday, April 3, this is a great reminder to prioritize your activity and set aside some time in your day to get your steps in!

Hiking: Take advantage of the vast collection of scenic trails around the Bay Area! Whether you’re new to hiking or an experienced adventurer, there’s a trail for everyone. From coastal paths to mountain hikes, getting outdoors has never been more rewarding.

Biking: Whether you’re cruising along a local bike path or exploring new terrain, biking is a fantastic way to stay active while enjoying the great outdoors. The Bay Area offers a variety of scenic routes for riders of all levels, so grab your helmet and hit the road!

Gardening: Get your hands in the dirt! Gardening is a fun way to move, strengthen muscles, and enjoy the outdoors. Interested? Try getting involved with our Staff Garden!

Parks and Recreation: The Bay Area offers parks perfect for a walk, frisbee game, or just relaxing in nature.

As we celebrate Earth Month and Move More Together Month this April, let's take advantage of the natural beauty around us and get outside to boost our health, enjoy the fresh air, and move more together!

Campus Happenings

Mindfulness Mondays

Mondays (Weekly) | 12:10-12:30pm | Virtual

Take a moment for a short mindfulness break at 12:10 pm on Mondays! This weekly class, hosted by Wellness Ambassador Liza Schlosser-Olroyd, allows us to practice mindfulness, reflect, and come together as we take on the rest of the week.

Be Well at Work

Spring Workshops & Programs

To register and learn more, visit our workshop home pages!

• Wellness Workshops
• Ergonomic Workshops

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