October is EIM-OC month which means a bunch of great opportunities to connect with us, learn about the program, and find the physical activities that you most enjoy! It also happens to be National Physical Therapy Month and we have some special events and content for you from our UHS PT team. Read on to learn about our special programming this month, resources to inspire and complement your existing practices, and ongoing opportunities to get involved with our program.

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Inclusive Rec Classes

Inclusive Recreation offers FREE classes and clinics that meet a diverse range of fitness needs!

World Mental Health Day!

Come by our tabling event and meet the UHS Health Workers and RecWell Fitness Team, to learn about the many ways that exercise can improve mental health!

Where: RSF Entrance

When: Friday, October 10th 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

It's National Physical Therapy Month!

Physical therapy focuses on restoring and improving how your body moves so you can stay active, healthy, and independent. This might mean recovering from sports injuries, reducing pain from long hours of studying, or preventing problems from developing down the road. Physical therapists use guided exercise, hands-on care, and education to help build strength, improve mobility, and optimize performance.

Whether your goal is returning to athletics, walking across campus comfortably, being able to sit through long lectures, or simply feeling better day to day, physical therapy is an important tool to keep your body performing at its best.

Have questions about PT? Submit them here, and we’ll feature answers in our next newsletter!

Ask a Physical Therapist

Come by our table at RSF to speak with UHS Physical Therapists in person! In honor of Exercise is Medicine Month and National Physical Therapy Month, Physical Therapists from UHS will be tabling at RSF to answer your questions and share resources. 

DeCal Project: Strategies for Injury Prevention

Check out this great infographic on strategies for injury prevention from the Spring 2025 class! Each semester, students in the EIM DeCal Class complete a final group project on a topic of their choice. Learn more about the EIM DeCal on our website and consider signing up for Spring 2026!

Mindful Movement: Honoring the Body Through Stretching and Stillness

Join UHS Health Promotion Wellness Coach Jen Guerra, as she guides you through Mindful Movement to learn more about Wellness Coaching and the EIM-OC program.



This one-hour workshop will blend mindful meditation with intuitive stretching to enhance flexibility, presence, and connection to your body. This session will begin with gentle, body-led stretches to release tension and improve mobility. Then we'll move into a motivating, body-centered meditation that celebrates the incredible capabilities of our moving bodies.

This workshop is accessible to all fitness levels! Whether you're looking to recharge, reconnect, or simply take a pause, this workshop invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and honor your body’s wisdom.

Please submit this form to register.

University Village EIM-OC Month Offerings

Walk and Talk: Your Weekly Dose of Fitness and Friends

Monday, Oct. 27th, 10:00am-11:00am

UVA Walking Path

Get your steps in and your spirits up! Join us for a walking event that’s less about the finish line and more about the fun. This is a chance to move at your own pace, meet new people, and explore the UVA walking path with a side of great conversation. Lace up your favorite sneakers, grab a friend (or make a new one!), and let's turn a simple walk into a memorable adventure.

Outdoor Fitness at UC Berkeley University Village 

Friday 10/26 10:00am

Join us for a fun and energizing 1-hour outdoor fitness class at University Village in Albany, part of UC Berkeley Family Student Housing. This class is designed to help you build strength, mobility, and confidence while learning how to make the most of our outdoor fitness equipment.

This session includes:

• Guided warm-up and mobility stretches to prepare your body
• Hands-on instruction on how to safely and effectively use outdoor fitness equipment
• Bodyweight and functional exercises with modifications for all fitness levels
• Group workout circuit led by a Berkeley RecWell personal trainer
• Cool-down and recovery stretches to leave you feeling refreshed

Get Involved- Volunteer with EIM-OC

Turn your passion for movement into action at UC Berkeley by joining our team! Gain hands-on experience and leadership skills as part of a student-driven, faculty-mentored initiative that bridges public health, fitness, and student life. There are a variety of ways to get involved with both volunteer and paid opportunities. You’ll gain hands on experience, leadership skills, and opportunities to connect with the ACSM network of health and exercise professionals.

Learn more here and if what you read excites you, complete our interest form!

New EIM-OC Video on CDC Physical Activity Guidelines!

EIM-OC Personal Training Specialist, Christian Chhom, put together a helpful video on the CDC’s recommended physical activity guidelines. Topics covered are: How different exercise intensities factor into the recommendations, how to incorporate strength training, the benefits of regular physical activity, medical considerations before starting a new exercise program, and how to get started with RecWell personal training.

View the full video down below:

Kickstart your Health with EIM Personal Training

Meet with the Exercise is Medicine-On Campus (EIM-OC) Personal Training Program Specialist to kickstart your health and wellness journey. During a fitness consultation, you'll assess your current fitness level, learn how to get started, and create a personalized program tailored to your unique needs.

If you currently engage in less than 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week and fewer than two days of muscle-strengthening exercises, you may qualify for EIM-OC’s fee-offset personal training package, which includes three personal training sessions.

Interested? Complete this form and our Fitness Program Coordinator will contact you to get you started!

Take a Stretch Break!

Cool-down stretching is one of the most important (and most neglected) parts of staying active. Taking a few minutes to stretch after studying, working out, or even just sitting too long helps reduce stiffness, improve flexibility, and prevent injury. Don’t forget to give your body the reset it deserves.

👉Check out the full sequence in this article: A cool-down stretch to help you stay flexible.

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