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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.
Please note, this program has limited spots available! Sign up today!
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Creativity & Your Well-Being: Card Making
Thu, Mar 13 | 12:10-1pm
In Person: Tang Center- Ed Center
Instructor: Kim Guess
Make greeting cards with us using upcycled materials such as magazines and old calendars. Creative activities can lower your blood pressure, decrease stress, support your immune system, and increase your ability to be more productive. Writing hand-written cards can help increase social connection, boost your own self-esteem, and allow for reflection and self-expression, which can help lower stress. Writing by hand instead of typing helps the brain process information and supports emotional health. Supplies will be provided.
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SAVE THE DATE
UC Moves 2025
Wednesday, April 30 | 12:10-1pm
UC Moves is back! This annual event will take place on Wednesday, April 30, and will be a fantastic opportunity to get outside and moving with colleagues from across campus! All participants will have chances to win raffles and prizes as well as enjoy light refreshments. Registration coming soon!
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Yoga for Tension & Stress Relief
3/7*, 4/4
12:10-1pm
251 Hearst Gymnasium
*Zoom and In Person
Instructor: Laurie Ferris
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Cardio Kickboxing
3/14, 4/11, 5/9
12:10-1pm
251 Hearst Gymnasium
In Person
Instructor: Tomas Handelsman
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Joy of Movement:
Dancing for Energy and Well-Being
3/21, 4/18
12:10-1pm
251 Hearst Gymnasium
In Person
Instructor: Patricia Juárez
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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.
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Recipe of the Month:
Mexican Street Corn-Inspired Salad
Inspired by elote, this plant-based salad can be served as a side, as a dip with tortilla chips, as a green salad topping, or as a taco filling. Did you know corn contains carotenoids that are beneficial to eye health and fiber that aids digestion? Vitamin C from the red pepper helps your body absorb the iron in the beans. This nutritious salad is full of flavor and texture! For more recipes, visit Cook Well Berkeley!
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Have a general question about food or nutrition?
Submit your question through our Ask the Dietitian service.
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Cook Well Berkeley:
Spring Vegetables
Tue, Mar 18 | 12:10-1pm | Hybrid
Zoom or Tang Center- Section Club
Instructor: Kim Guess
Eating vegetables that are in season means they will likely taste better, be more nutritious, and cost less. Demonstration, recipes, and samples provided.
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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.
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March Ergonomic Workshops
Click highlighted date to register!
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3/19 Ergonomics and Wellness in the Office
- 10-11am | Zoom
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3/26 Computer Ergonomics 101
- 10-11am | Tang Center- Class of '42
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Transitioning Back After Baby Bonding Leave
Thu, Mar 20 | 12-1pm
Zoom
For both birth and non-birth parents, the transition back to work after baby bonding leave can feel overwhelming. Join us for this panel discussion which focuses on understanding both positive and negative emotions related to this transition, how to establish boundaries at work, and many more topics related to the physical and mental pressures associated with working while caregiving.
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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.
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Staff Garden Volunteer Day
Thu, Mar 27 | 12-1pm
Staff Garden
UC Berkeley staff, faculty, retirees, and students are welcome to help us maintain the garden.
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National Nutrition Month
What is a RD/RDN?
Registered Dietitians (RDs) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) are interchangeable terms for credentialed practitioners who have a minimum of an undergraduate degree (or graduate degree, starting in 2024) from an accredited dietetics program, completed a supervised practice requirement, passed a national exam, and continue professional development throughout their careers. According to eatright.org, there is no specific, standardized meaning for "nutritionist." Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist, and unfortunately, unqualified health care recommendations can cause people harm. So whether someone calls themselves "dietitian" or "nutritionist," check for credentials to ensure they are qualified nutrition experts.
Here are a few reliable nutrition resources: Be Well at Work Wellness Program’s Nutrition Resources and Ask the Dietitian, UHS Student Nutrition Resources, and Find a Nutrition Expert from eatright.org.
Fun Fact: Did you know that UC Berkeley employs several registered dietitians? They work in departments such as Nutrition Sciences & Toxicology, Berkeley Dining, Athletics, School of Public Health, and University Health Services.
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Eating Disorders Awareness Week
February 24- March 2
The annual observance of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week highlights eating disorders' impact on individuals across the country. In the United States, over 30 million individuals will experience a clinically significant eating disorder at some point in their lives. Here are some useful resources:
A negative body image is a significant factor in the development of most, but not all, eating disorders. The Body Diversity and Weight Inclusion Work Group promotes a campus environment that embraces community members of all shapes, sizes, and social identities.
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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.
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Personal Safety Strategies for Women
Tue 3/4 and Thu 3/6 | 12:00pm-1:30pm
RSF Martial Arts Room ($50 fee)
Learn how to think strategically about personal safety, train your body to react instead of freeze, practice physical self-defense techniques, and transform fear into self-confidence in this multi-session workshop. Open to everyone who experiences life through the lens of a woman as well as non-binary and gender-nonconforming people who are at ease in a women-centered space. Comfortable workout clothing is recommended; bare feet required.
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Staff Appreciation Week
March 24-28
Staff Appreciation Week is around the corner!
Join us for a variety of events both virtually and in-person. Stay tuned for the full week schedule! Check the website for updates!
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