[Wellnesscommunications] Stay Well Tips - American Heart Month

[Jacqueline Leslie]

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To:       Wellness Program Participants
Re:       Stay Well Tips

Welcome to our health topic for February - heart health. You can help avoid future heart problems by making healthy changes today. And the same habits that help keep your heart strong also reduce your risk for other conditions - another good reason to take these health tips to heart. Creating new fitness habits can also support your health goals and keep your heart healthy

Know your numbers

Get regular screenings with your doctor to keep tabs on your blood pressure and body mass index (BMI). Blood pressure over 120/80 and BMI of 25 or higher are both linked to increased risk for heart disease and stroke.


Stand up for your health

The more you sit, the higher your risk for heart problems. Try standing when you'd normally sit, like when you're watching TV - or setting a reminder on your phone to get up and move once an hour. Find more helpful tips to keep moving with Move More For 3 to 4<https://hr.ucr.edu/front/workplace-health-wellness/wellness/wellness-program-and-activities/move-more#:~:text=Move%20More%20For%203%20to,The%20Well%20and%20UCR%20Recreation.> sponsored by the UCR Faculty and Staff Wellness Program.



Get Physical

UCR Recreation is still continuing to provide online classes for students, faculty and staff. Please see the attachment to find a class that fits your interest and time. Starting February 22, the SRC is offering virtual personal training sessions and no SRC membership is required!



*         3 sessions for $60

*         6 sessions for $105

*         10 sessions for $170



They can register and sign up here<https://recreation.ucr.edu/fitwell/personal-training> starting February 22.





We hope you find these tips and resources helpful. The Faculty/Staff Wellness Program<https://hr.ucr.edu/about-us/workplace-health-wellness/wellness> remains committed to the health and well-being of the campus community.

If you have any questions or would like more information, feel free to reach out to wellness at ucr.edu<mailto:wellness at ucr.edu>.
Stay safe and healthy!


In health and happiness,
Jacqueline Leslie, MPH
Wellness Program Specialist
Workplace Health & Wellness
University of California, Riverside
1201 University Avenue
Suite 208
Riverside, CA 92507
jacqueline.leslie at ucr.edu<mailto:julie.chobdee at ucr.edu>


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