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| WELLNESS EDUCATION |
Our Wellness Educators offer a variety of Small Group Sessions in an informal atmosphere. Some topics include Healthy Weight Loss, Bulking Up, Healthy Eating on-the-Go, Supplements: Help, Harm or Hype? Space is limited! Please see the fitness counter to sign-up for upcoming sessions.
| Summer 2010 Small Group Wellness Education Sessions | |
| Date & Time | Topic |
| Monday, June 7 at 4:00pm | Weight Loss |
| Thursday, July 8 at 4:00pm | Freshman 15 |
| Tuesday, July 20 at 6:15pm | Bulking Up |
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Services NOT provided:
· Clinical disorders counseling
· Eating disorder counseling
· Drug counseling
Wellness Education Session Descriptions
All Things Vegetarian
Are vegetarians healthy? Are there any benefits? What does vegan mean? We'll answer all of your burning questions in this session.
Avoiding the Freshman 15
You've heard the rumors! Is it real? Can it happen to you?
Beach Body By Break: Beyond Wishes and Resolutions
Have you started the year with resolutions you are determined to fulfill? Do you usually find it difficult to stick with them for long? If so, come join us for an informative and entertaining workshop that will help you tap into the motivational power of setting effective goals.
Beverages: What's In Your Cup?
Did you know what a speciality coffee at your favorite coffee shop can have more than 500 calories? Whip cream alone can add 100! We're here to reveal the truth about what you are putting in your cup.
The Body You Want
Imagine having a strong, healthy and attractive body. Picture yourself walking along the beach and feeling confident and happy with your physique. What would it take to make that vision a reality? How can you create the body you truly want and deserve? The Body You Want is a short 45-minute presentation that will give you the mental skills to transform your physique and change your world.
Bulking Up
Are you looking to put on lean muscle mass without the unwanted fat increase? We're here to help!
Dining Out without Busting Out
Get tips on how to make healthier choices in your favorite restaurants!
Eating on the Go!
Being busy should not be an excuse to eat unhealthily.. The Wellness Staff is here to provide healthy quick meals, snacks, and show you the healthier options at restaurants.
Exercise Adherence
If you workout schedule has been taking a back seat, it's time to find the time to fit in fitness! Gain tips and strategies to help you stick to you workout routine at this performance enhancement workshop. Increase your motivation and rejuvenate your exercise enthusiasm by maximizing your state-of-mind.
I Joined the Gym, Now What?
You've made the first step by walking in the door, but now what? We'll answer all of your questions about how to start an exercise program, Leach Center services, and how to get the most bang for your buck!
Maintaining Your Weight During the Holiday Season
With the holidays just around the corner, you have started making plans for family get-togethers and celebrations. These gatherings are surrounded by delicious foods that are typically high in fat, sugar, and calories yet are low on nutrition. Kick start those New Year’s Resolutions early and join presentation to learn more about avoiding temptation, portion control, modifying recipes, and maintaining healthy eating habits.
Mindful Eating
It's time to rethink your relationship with food! In this session, you will learn how to identify mindless eating, make better choices, and appreciate your experience with your meal.
Mindful Exercise
Gain tips and strategies to help you stick to your workout routine at this performance enhancement workshop. This session will increase your motivation and rejuvenate your state-of-mind.
Size Does Matter! Making Sense of Portion Sizes
Did you know that a 20oz. bottle of soda contains 2.5 servings? If you drinking the whole bottle you've consumed more than double of the calories and sugar printed on the label! Learn about food labels and more this session.
Sports Nutrition
What should I eat before I work out? Is it better to eat after? We'll answer your sports nutrition questions so that you fuel your body for maximum performance!
Stress-Busting 101
When school and life starts to stress you out, RELAX! This workshop series is designed to decrease your feelings of stress. Learn and practice relaxation techniques, as well as, other stress and time management skills that will help you reach your inner peace.
Supermarket Smarts
Want to be a health savvy shopper? We can help you read labels and give you the inside trip and tips to the grocery store.
Supplements: Help, Harm, or Hype?
Are you overwhelmed by the advertisements? Not sure if they even work? Join us as we reveal the truth about the most common supplements on the market.
Tracking Your Diet Online
MyPyramid offers personalized eating plans and interactive tools to help you plan/ assess your food choices based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The Wellness Staff will show you how to use this interactive tool which will help you get your diet in check!
Truth or Consequence: Defining the Healthier Choice!
Chicken sandwich or chicken salad? Canned or frozen veggies? The Wellness Staff is here to help you make the healthier choice in the grocery store and when dining out.
Weight Loss
Have you tried everything and still not seeing those results? Learn how to cut calories and intensify your workout to get those desired results!
Weight Loss Supplements
Are you overwhelmed by the advertisements? Not sure if they even work? Join us as we reveal the truth about the most common supplements on the market.
What Does Partying Do To My Body?
Ever wonder what all that alcohol and late night partying does to your body? Now's your chance to find out!
Women on Weights
Are you intimidated by the sea of machines? Not sure what to do or where to start on the fitness floor? Join this workshop exclusive to women! We'll help show you a variety of exercise to strengthen and tone your body.
You Don't Have to Stick to the Dollar Menu: Healthy Eating on a Budget
Eating healthy doesn't have to be costly. We're here to show you how!
Meet the Wellness Staff
The Wellness Center has several specialists to answer your fitnes & nutrition questions. Meet our staff!
Help with Eating and Body Image Disorders
The Thagard Student Health Center and the Student Counseling Center use
the Team Approach in helping students with eating disorders. Individual
counseling, nutritional counseling, and medical assessment are all essential
aspects of the Team Approach, which is the most successful way of treatment.
Numbers to call for more information on eating and body image disorders
or to schedule an appointment at Thagard:
Counseling 850-644-2008, Nutrition 850-644-8871, or Medical 850-644-2026.