Wellness

By now you’ve probably noticed the pollen covering the sidewalks and cars, marking an early arrival of allergy season. For tips on how to allergy-proof your home and vacation, read this UF Health article. For further information, this UF/IFAS Extension article provides a breakdown of trees and allergies found in North Florida and ways to reduce your pollen exposure. For […]

March marks the start of Campus Bike Month, and this year UF Bikes is hosting a series of events open to faculty, staff and students. Visit the UF Bikes website to register for the Florida Bicycle Month Challenge, explore available resources and register for upcoming events. Visit the UF Bikes website to learn more.

Beginning next week, free in-person yoga classes will return to Ustler Hall’s Atrium (second floor) and Smathers Library Room 100. Open to all faculty and staff, the classes are appropriate for all levels of experience; no registration is necessary. Tuesday classes start March 1 in Ustler Hall, and Wednesday classes start March 9 in Smathers Library Room […]

Feeling overwhelmed and can’t seem to find enough time to tackle all your work? The National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity, or NCFDD, recently shared an article highlighting simple ways to track and evaluate how you spend your time. To access the article, either login or create an account on the NCFDD website, selecting the University of […]

Originally conceived in 2020 when the U.S. was going through a tumultuous period, the Engaging UF Through Capoeira workshop seeks to bring together the UF community through a physical, cultural and social activity that celebrates Afro-Brazilian culture. Participants will engage in low-impact capoeira movements and stretching accompanied by the traditional Afro-Brazilian instruments, singing and hand clapping. […]

The UF Health Shands Arts in Medicine team has compiled a variety of virtual mindfulness and relaxation resources to help you slow down, take a deep breath and re-center your emotions. Follow along with a Qigong or Yoga session, join a series that teaches breathing techniques or listen to a guided meditation to help you […]

In keeping with the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the State Employees’ Prescription Drug Plan will cover approved over-the-counter COVID-19 tests Jan. 15 through April 16. Visit Florida’s Department of Management Services website for more information, including coverage details. As a reminder, every home in the U.S. is now eligible to order four free at-⁠home COVID-⁠19 […]

Join Optimize Wellness on our UF Microsoft Teams channel and explore ideas and resources from world-class scientists and authors! Each month, members enjoy interactive presentations that explore topics including creativity, well-being, productivity, fitness, nutrition and more. Use code jcga2cy to join the Optimize Wellness channel.

By February, many of us may have lost track of our New Year’s resolutions, but it doesn’t have to be that way. In our latest Wellness Talk, GatorCare Wellness Manager Mallory Rubek shares ways to create and sustain healthy habits so they stick long-term. You can watch the recording on Mediasite or listen to the podcast on Spotify. Additional resources you […]

Register for the Heart Smart program, a free six-week virtual workshop series that teaches you how to reduce your risk of heart disease or stroke through lifestyle changes. The program is open to all UF employees and their immediate household members ages 18+. Live sessions are held on Thursdays at noon starting on Feb. 17. Register