Congrats on Turkey Trot Challenge and Reminder to Keep Moving
NOVA’s Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing and our wellness partner CommonHealth would like to congratulate all those who participated in the November Turkey Trot Activity Challenge! Your commitment to improving both your physical and mental well-being is truly commendable. We hope that this experience has brought you a sense of accomplishment, a little joy and perhaps even some new connections.
We encourage you to continue to try to incorporate movement into your daily routine and to build on the momentum you’ve gained during the challenge.
Any Movement is Good Movement.
Consider…
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Saturday, December 9 |
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Join Professor Indigo Eriksen for a Walk in the Woods this semester! These walks are open to the entire NOVA community. Our last hike this semester is this Saturday, December 9 in the nearby Prince William Forest State Park. This is a beginner hike and will cover 3-5 miles. To sign up, click here. |
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NOVA’S Recreation program is here to help you reach your fitness goals. Throughout the school year there will be challenges to support your wellness plans and help motivate you. The BE FLY program helps you make plans to move in a manner that builds/ contributes to your fitness. Click here to learn how to participate in the “BE FLY” December Challenge. |
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AARP Virtual Community Centers offers FREE interactive online events and classes designed for learning, self improvement, and fun. Though you will need to register, membership is not a requirement. |
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The Manassas Campus is pleased to spread some cheer with a Pop Up Art Show. The show is on display from now until December 12. Please come out and enjoy the beautiful palettes that each artist deploys in their own unique way. This event is free and open to the public. |
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For Additional Ideas: |
Revisit: Time to Make Seasonal Memories in the DMV – Daily Flyer
Revisit: Monday Campaigns (on a Wednesday!): Move YOUR Way This Fall – Daily Flyer (includes favorite indoor sports)
Explore: Free Things to Do: Outdoor Activities in Washington, D.C.
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Wishing you good health and happiness.
Submitted by:
Dahlia Henry-Tett, Chief Wellness Officer, employeewellbeing@nvcc.edu