Monday Campaign: Get Ready for NOVA Walk Week (April 17 thru 21)

April 3, 2023 / Get Well

Were you able to make a contribution to the Nighthawk Nest Food Pantry? Do you try some of the tips from the Meatless Monday articles or experiment with a new cuisine? Were you able to take a recipe from the NOVA Collection of Healthy Recipes? 

  • Yes? Great!. Continue to revisit and expand your palate;
  • No? No worries. Those resources will continue to be there for you. 

April is here, The Move It Monday Campaign is back! Spring In Action.  

The Surgeon General recommends that adults participate in 150 minutes of moderate-intensity movement each week. Only about 20% of Americans meet the recommended physical activity goals. Many adults sit behind the wheel driving to work and then sit most of the day at a computer, taking only a few breaks to stand up and move around. Others find themselves working remotely and stay parked in front of their computers all day.

However, there is good news! No matter where you live, work, or go to school, you can find ways to move more and sit less throughout your day. Moving more and sitting less can reduce your risk for many serious conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, and certain kinds of cancer. Some studies suggest that physical activity can have mental benefits as well, helping to relieve depression and maintain thinking abilities as you age.

Move It Monday reminds us that walking is one of the simplest ways to get active. With each step you take, you travel further down the path to a healthier lifestyle.

Join your NOVA colleagues as we spend April focusing on becoming more intentional about moving more. 

Move It Monday Tips:

  • Register your intention to participate in NOVA Walk Week (Monday, April 17 through  Friday, April 21st). Upon registering, you will receive additional guidance. 
  • Keep an eye on the Daily Flyer and on your email once you’ve registered for Walk Week. Updates on walks scheduled for your campus or location will be provided.
  • Visit those Cherry Blossom Blooms! The 2023 National Cherry Blossom Festival is March 18 – April 16. View all events.
  • Join Recreation and Wellness for weekly fitness and wellness classes and/or to participate in one of the health webinars on Rec on Canvas. Take a few minutes out of your busy schedule and reinvigorate by participating in one of the many activities offered.
  • Looking Ahead. Spring 2023 MOVE It Outdoors (Saturday Walks/ Hikes in the DMV).  Join your colleagues, family and friends in a series of almost free adventures [You will need to provide your own transportation for the majority of locations :).]  On Saturday mornings, let’s explore a selection of the beautiful walking trails throughout the DMV. Registration is now Open!

Remember to harness the power of checking in to enhance the success of your wellness plan.

Use the Monday Campaigns: Weekly Check-Ins

Mindful awareness, accountability, goal setting and tracking progress are evidence-based techniques that enhance the success of a wellness plan. Each week, the Monday Campaigns participants are invited to use the weekly check- Ins (Weekly Check In- April 3rd) to help you:

  • Remain motivated;
  • Reflect on your progress;  
  • Consider how you will work with your Push Pal to get the most effective results from your wellness experiences; and
  • Recommit to your weekly goals.

Turn intentions into actions.

Submitted by:
Dahlia Henry-Tett, Chief Wellness Officer (CWO), employeewellbeing@nvcc.edu