Monday Campaigns: Embrace Walk Week and the Power of a PUSH Pal!

Happy First Day of NOVA Walk Week, NOVA! Let’s make this a week filled with laughter, exercise and togetherness. Join forces with your PUSH Pal (People United Supporting Healthy Living) and supercharge your wellness journey, sharing energy, motivation and accountability.

We’re excited to continue our Monday Campaigns journey with you! Last week, we explored the Monday Campaigns’ Five Steps to a Healthy Monday Refresh and reflected on Sarah’s inspiring story. This week, we’re placing special emphasis on Step 4: Do It With Others. As we continue our journey toward a healthier, happier NOVA community, let’s focus on the power of partnership.

The Power of PUSH Pals
Are you ready to stop at nothing in your pursuit of a healthier you? Partnering with a PUSH Pal can be the fuel you need to ignite your wellness journey and solidify your unwavering commitment to your health and wellness goals. The PUSH Pal concept, coined by C.J. Jackson, associate director of College recreation and intramurals, emphasizes the importance of having a supportive person who can help you on your wellness journey.

As NOVA relaunches its Monday Campaigns, we encourage you to find a PUSH Pal. Together, you can create a supportive environment that propels you toward your health and wellness goals.

With a PUSH Pal by your side, you’ll be better equipped to face challenges head-on. When you encounter setbacks, view them as opportunities for growth rather than reasons to give up. Adjust your approach if needed, but keep moving forward. Your PUSH Pal can provide valuable perspective and encouragement during these times.

Moreover, your wellness journey is a perfect opportunity to be open to continuously learning and adapting your approach. Stay curious about new wellness strategies, be willing to try different methods and always be ready to adjust your plan based on what works best for you. Creativity is a valuable tool in this process, and brainstorming with your PUSH Pal can lead to innovative solutions you might not have considered on your own.

Remember, the path to wellness is not always linear. It’s about progress, not perfection. Your PUSH Pal is there to celebrate your successes, support you through challenges and help you stay committed to your goals. Together, you can create a powerful synergy that makes your wellness journey not just successful but also enjoyable and sustainable.

This Monday’s Tip
Use Monday as a cue to connect with your Push Pal and get out there and move. Whether it’s a colleague, friend, family member, individuals in like-minded wellness groups or clubs or someone you meet through our wellness programs, finding a PUSH Pal can be a game-changer in your wellness journey.

Are you ready to embrace this journey of growth, adaptation and unwavering commitment to your health? Your PUSH Pal, internal and external wellbeing allies and Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing (OEWW) are here to support you every step of the way!

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