Know Your Numbers Health Screening 

Wed, Sep. 17 and Tue, Sep. 23

Tang Center (Education Center)

7:30 – 10 am, Appointments offered every 15 minutes ($10 fee)



The Know Your Numbers health screening is back! Know Your Numbers is one of the best ways to evaluate your health by identifying your risk and providing motivation for managing your health. Even if you feel great and look healthy, you may not know what's going on inside. Many diseases are "silent" and affect your health long before you feel anything wrong.

Know Your Numbers is a voluntary, fasting health screening including total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides, glucose, and blood pressure. Participants will receive confidential results (seen only by Be Well at Work - Program staff) and immediate resources for follow-up.

Wellness Traditions: Ayurveda and Yoga

Wed, Sep 17 | 12:10-1pm

In-Person

Tang Center-Class of '42

Throughout human history and across the globe, ancient healing practices played a significant role in addressing health and wellness long before the advent of modern medicine. Ayurveda and its “sister science” Yoga are examples of healing practices which arose in ancient India and continue to be influential for health and wellness in the modern day. This workshop will cover the tenets of Ayurveda and Yoga and how they can be applied to boost wellness in the modern age. Participants will have an opportunity to experience a sampling of these practices - including tasting various herbs and practicing yoga poses - during the session.

Take a look at our classes for this upcoming semester!

Click the bolded dates to access the respective registrations.

Yoga for Tension &

Stress Relief

In-Person Dates:

(251 Hearst Gym)

9/12, 11/14

Zoom Dates:

10/10, 12/12

12:10-1pm

Instructor:

Laurie Ferris

Cardio Kickboxing

In-Person

(251 Hearst Gym)

10/3

11/7

12:10-1pm

Instructor:

Tomas Handelsman

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:

Creamy Italian White Bean Skillet  



This easy meal from Minimalist Baker involves very little chopping and is ready in less than 30 minutes! Replacing cream with homemade cashew cream adds healthy fat. Beans provide protein and fiber and the vegetables provide loads of vitamins and minerals. Serve with crusty bread or pasta for a satisfying meal! For more recipes, visit Cook Well Berkeley!

Upcoming Cooking Classes

Click the date to register!

• Quick and Easy Meals: 10/14
• Fall/Winter Vegetables: 11/6
• Holiday Treats: 12/4

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.

Ergonomics + Wellness in the Office

Thu, Sep 4 | 11am-12pm

Virtual

Learn how to maximize your performance in the office with the latest Ergonomics and Wellness based protocols. Skillful computer use, work/rest cycles, office tools, ergogenic aids and exercise will be covered in the workshop.

Check out the flyer above and website for more info!

Advanced Ergonomics

Wed, Sep 10 | 11am-12pm

In-Person

Tang Center-Class of '42

Learn how to set up a user-friendly ergonomic workstation and incorporate wellness activities to help relieve computer-related aches and pains. This workshop is an in-person alternative to the online RSS Computer Ergonomics self-assessment and training module as an accessibility option that can be used to qualify for Ergo Matching Funds.

Upcoming Ergonomic Workshops:

Click the date to register!

• Ergonomics in Motion: Computer Strain 10/2
• Advanced Ergonomics 10/8
• Ergonomics for Managers and Supervisors 10/22
• Ergonomic Alternatives 10/29

Be Well at Work Resources

Staff Garden Volunteer Day

Thu, Sep 25 | 12-1pm

Staff Garden

UC Berkeley staff, faculty, retirees, and students are welcome to help us maintain the garden. We gather once a month, generally the 4th Thursday unless otherwise specified.



Note: Volunteer days may potentially be rescheduled due to unfavorable weather or scheduling conflicts.

SAVE THE DATE

Breastfeeding Your Baby:

Return to Work/School

Tue, Oct 7 | 1- 4:15pm

Zoom



This 3 hour class is taught by a certified lactation consultant and is broken up into two parts. The first portion of the class, 1-3pm, addresses breastfeeding basics and problem solving. The second portion of class, 3:15-4:15pm, covers returning-to-work planning and breast pumps. Those who have already attended a breastfeeding class are welcome to join the last portion of the class.

Campus Happenings

Campus Memorial

Mon, Sep 15 | 12-1pm

Flagpole West of California Hall

Join the campus for this event which includes brief remarks by the Chancellor, and a reading of the names of those being remembered, followed by music and spoken word. In coming together to remember and honor the lives of the deceased, we reach out to our many colleagues and friends who have suffered loss, as we share in a universal human experience. This ceremony symbolizes the care and support that distinguishes the Berkeley community.

Mindfulness Mondays

Mondays (Weekly) | 12:10-12:30pm 

Virtual

Take a moment for a short mindfulness break at 12:10pm 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

Fall Workshops and Programs

To register and learn more, visit our workshop homepages!

• Wellness Workshops
• Ergonomic Workshops

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