I’m moving for myself!
Recently, I’ve been taking care of myself through movement. As a Group Fitness Instructor and Graduate Coordinator of Fitness and Wellness at the Rec, I am surrounded by movement most days. This month, I’ve really been shifting my focus on movement for myself. Teaching fitness classes is one of my biggest passions, but it can be socially and physically draining sometimes. To combat this, I’ve prioritized movement on my own schedule, for myself. It’s really changed how I’ve felt physically and mentally this month. I’m learning what styles of movement I need, based on how I’m feeling. If I’m energetic or angry, I usually lift, which makes me feel powerful. If I’m sleepy or sore, I do some mindful stretching. Shifting into an intuitive style of movement rather than a rigorous routine has been integral for my relationship with working out. I am very passionate about making fitness an accessible or welcoming space for all bodies, so if you’re looking to introduce some movement into your life, stop by the Rec! Our group fitness classes are an amazing way to honor your body and connect with others. If you’re hesitant or would like information, reach out to me and I’d love to talk it through with you. I hope you find time and space to honor your body this season!
Interested in learning more about group fitness? You can find the schedule here. Group Fitness classes are free for students and members!
Mackenzie Raymond
Campus Recreation Graduate Coordinator
#Physical #Emotional #Social
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I am committing to a bedtime routine… again.
I am committing to a bedtime routine… again.
According to the CDC, good sleep or the lack thereof can have an impact on our mental and physical health. I know it impacts mine. When I'm not sleeping well, I lack energy, my anxiety is worse, and I check out of things that support my mental health like moving my body or doing needlepoint. Then when I do go to sleep I either have trouble falling asleep, or I wake up feeling still tired. So I am taking the advice of many medical professionals and getting my sleep hygiene in check. No screen time for the hour before bed, setting an alarm so I can go to bed at the same time each night, limiting my light exposure, and taking tea before I settle in. I'm not going to lie, I've been here before, but I think that in my relationship with my well-being I need to get over feeling discouraged by not maintaining my commitment to being on a sleep schedule, and instead value the opportunity to continue to recommit to myself.
Interested in getting better sleep? You might try limiting caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine before bed, meditating, stretching, or journaling as part of your bedtime routine.
Chrissy Feil
Director of Wellbeing and Resiliency
#Emotional #Physical
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Frugal Foodie Fuel
Cornmeal Apple Tart
For the crust & topping:
- 1 ½ cups/225g all-purpose flour ($2.12)
- ⅓ cup/55 grams cornmeal ($1.50)
- ⅓ cup/50 grams confectioners’ sugar ($1.44)
- ¼ cup/55 grams light brown sugar ($1.33)
- 1 teaspoon/ 4 grams baking powder ($1.47)
For the filling:
- 1 pound/455 grams applies cut in to small cubes ($2.18)
- ½ cup/110 grams light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons/ 28 grams apple cider vinegar or fresh lemon or lime juice ($1.93)
- 2 tablespoons/ 18 grams all-purpose flour
- Pinch of kosher salt
Instruction
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Combine flour, cornmeal, confectioners sugar, brown sugar, baking powder and salt
Add melted butter and combine until there are no dry spots
Press 3/4 of the mixture in to a 9 inch round or 8x8 square pan making sure to make a crust that comes 1/2 inch up the sides
(Line with parchment if you can for easy removal)
Make the filling by tossing apples, brown sugar, vinegar, flour and salt together
Pour the fruit in to the crust
Crumble the remaining crust mixture on top
Bake until the filling is bubbly and thick and both crusts are nicely brown (about 50-55 minutes)
Let cool completely before slicing
Total recipe for 6 servings is $11.97 with lots of left over ingredients that can be used for other recipes!
Apples: Apples are a great source of the fiber pectin. One apple has five grams of fiber. Don’t peel your apple. Two-thirds of the fiber and lots of antioxidants are found in the peel. Antioxidants help to reduce damage in cells, which can trigger some diseases.
#Financial #Physical
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Just a Thought
Brief Reflection, Big Impact
Who in your life are you most proud of?
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Thrive Tails:
Meet Sophie!
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Sophie was adopted to join a family of two senior dogs and three cats when she was just a puppy! She learned quickly, even potty training in 3 days, which earned her the name Sophie which means wisdom or wise one in Greek. After passing her Canine Good Citizen at one, Sophie began volunteering at assisted living facilities as a therapy dog, later moving on to work with Crisis Response Canines and the Rowan Pet Therapy Program. She has done over 200 visits with her owner Doug! Sophie loves playing fetch with her little soccer ball she got as a puppy. She hates elevators, especially those without carpets, and bagpipes (we feel you on this one Sophie).
You can learn more about Therapy Dogs at the Annual National Dog Show Therapy Dog Symposium at Rowan University, hosted by Michele Pich, Assistant Director of Rowan’s Pet Therapy Program, and David Frei the host of the National Dog Show. Now in its 4th year, that will take place on December 7th 2022. Attendees can will enjoy meeting therapy dog experts and enthusiasts.
#Emotional #Community #Financial #Physical
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Artist Corner
Danielle Wheelis Class of 2026
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Thrive Live
Events and Engagements for All Dimensions!
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“The Strive to Thrive newsletter intends to bring you well-being ideas, tips, events, information and ways to connect through all dimensions of well-being (physical, social, emotional, purpose, community, and financial). We hope that this layout reminds you of all the many ways to nourish, attend to, and elevate your well-being and the well-being of those around you.” |
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