CommonHealth Weekly Wellnote: Virtual Turkey Trot (Reward Yourself) and More

November 30, 2023 / Get Well

CommonHealth Virtual Turkey Trot Challenge. With the finish line in sight, it’s time to start thinking about patting yourself on the back for your efforts. Small rewards are powerful tools you can use to achieve success and reach your health goals. So plan a little something special to celebrate your accomplishments. Here are a few ideas to get you started. 

Finish strong and have some fun … you’ve got this!

Commonhealth Weekly Wellnote masthead. Top center section. Illustration of turkey with a gold medal around its neck: Reward yourself. Part 4 of the Turkey Trot Mind Body Challenge. Did you know that small rewards along the way are one of the most powerful tools you have to achieve success and reach your health goals? If you have been participating in the Turkey Trot Challenge, make this week a little bit special by adding in an infused water or your favorite energizing snack after one of your activity days. Be great at taking extra care of yourself and appreciating your dedication to your goals! Triple panel. Left. CommonHealth Event Planning: Let us know when we can speak at a meeting to your staff. We are able to provide virtual and in-person education events to suit your needs and keep the focus on staying healthy through the winter. Sugar Fact (with illustration of stacks of Oreo cookies). A 15 point 2 ounce bottle of Minute Maid 100 percent Apple Juice contains 49 grams of sugar. This is about the same amount of sugar in 10 Oreos. Center: Get familiar with your benefits plan and make use of the tools they offer to stay well. Use the link below to visit the DHRM website to see what benefits your insurance plan includes. Check your plan. Illustration of a hand clicking a button that says "Benefits." Right: A little bit healthier this week (weird scribble design) Up your skincare for fall. Hot showers, crisp winds and blazing furnaces can all contribute to dryer skin as the weather gets colder. Be good to your skin by drinking plenty of water, using sunscreen every day (even when you are staying inside) and using a moisturizer that feels good on your skin. Black band with white type: Get in Touch with Us Wellness at DHRM dot virginia dot gov

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