PHYSICAL WELLNESS

Physically well people recognize and apply the importance of fitness, nutrition, personal hygiene, and self-medical care.  These individuals exercise regularly, eat balanced diets, avoid the use of tobacco and drugs, and get regular medical check-ups.

Take a Quiz
Identify your physical wellness level by taking this quick quiz brought to your by the British Columbia Ministry of Forests and Range.

Tips to Improve Your Physical Wellness
Exercise regularly.
Eat a balanced diet.
Avoid drugs and alcohol.
Wash your hands regularly.
Get regular medical check-ups.
Get plenty of sleep.
Practice safe sex.
Manage stress levels.
Listen to your body.

Leach Center Services
Wellness Education Classes - Small group sessions in an informal atmosphere.  Topics include Bulking Up, Weight Loss, Fad Diets, and many more!
Women On Weights - These workshops are here to educate women on proper exercise techniques that will strengthen and tone the body.
Performance Enhancement Services - Our specialists are here to provide effective strategies to help you make the most of your workout.
Fitness Testing - The Polar TriFIT can assess your current fitness level through a variety of tests and show you how you measure up!
Body Composition Assessment - The Wellness Department offers FREE Body Composition Assessment using the Skinfold Method.
One-on-One Trainer Appointments - Work one-on-one with a trainer to design a workout routine tailored to your goals and fitness level.
Personal Training - Get 8 FREE training sessions with a nationally certified personal trainer.
Group Exercise Classes - Morning, noon, and night... 80 different classes each week, starting as early as 7:00 am and continuing throughout the day.
Healthy Recipes - Enjoy some of the recipe favorites provided by the Wellness Staff!
FAQ - The Wellness Staff answers your frequently asked questions about fitness and nutrition.

On-Campus Services
Nutrition Consultations - Meet with a nutritionist for guidance for your eating habits.
Nutrition, Food, and Exercise Science Deparment (NFES) - Interested in a health-related career? Enroll in this major.
Intramural Sports - Compete with fellow students in a wide range of individual and team sports.
Sport Clubs - Soccer, Surf, Racquet Sports, Martial Arts... Over 40 active clubs. Instructional, social, competitive, & recreational.
Thagard Student Health Center - Your on-campus health center here to serve with your healthcare needs.
Smoking Cessation - Make an appointment with a smoking cessation facilitator to help you kick the habit.

Resources and Links
Ace Fitness - Information on fitness certifications, healthy recipes, exercise libraries, fitness tools and calculators, and more.
HealthierUS.gov - Fitness and nutrition information to improve your overall health and wellness.
Spark People - Online fitness and nutrition community with exercise videos, recipes, exercise and diet logs, message boards, and more.
Center of Disease Control - Credible health information including diseases and prevention, injury and disability, and preparedness for new health threats.
MyPyramid.gov - Dietary Guidelines for Americans including a menu tracker, healthy eating tips, and feedback on your food and physical activity.
Eatright.org - American Dietetic Association provides information on healthy eating habits, popular diet reviews, and careers in the dietetic profession.
Nutrition.gov - Food and nutrition information including shopping, cooking, and meal planning, as well as, food assistance program information.
FoodSafety.gov - Food safety, recall information, and food illness information provided by U.S. goverment agencies.
Sexual Health - The CDC provides Information on STDs, pregnancy, violence prevention, and more.