Blog Posts in Category: Brianna Bowlan
June 8, 2015
Discover the benefits of getting active during lunch. Does sitting at a desk all day drain your energy? It can be repetitive and it is bad for your productivity and health. To break up your day behind the desk, head outside to exercise during your lunch break. There are many benefits of exercising on your lunch break, including: It boosts your mood and energy levels by releasing endorphins. This produces a feeling of general wellbeing. It creates more free time, so you don’t have to wake up... Read More
April 13, 2015
Do you love to run? Are you someone who would like to start running? Are you looking for a way to challenge your body on a whole new level? The UNH Half Marathon Club may be the club for you! This club is for students who have a common interest in running and want to challenge themselves. It provides a structured running schedule to prepare for an optional half marathon at the end of the semester. The practices train you in speed, endurance, and recovery runs. This club encourages a... Read More
April 8, 2015
This year, 2015, marks the American Public Health Association’s 20th anniversary of its National Public Health Week. Over the past two decades, the APHA has made significant impacts and accomplishments in public health. They are strong believers that everyone needs to partake in helping to become a healthier nation, from national and local policy makers to the general public. By making healthier choices, we are demanding more of a variety for healthier options and are creating an environment... Read More
April 6, 2015
Take the free, online program Kognito to see how you can help them. It is very worrisome to see someone you know act strangely. You want to help them, but don’t know what to do, or how to talk to them. Unfortunately, this is a common scenario and many people do not help the person in distress because they simply do not know what to do. To solve this problem, the Counseling Center at UNH offers a free, on-line program called Kognito. This program is a simulation that helps you identify... Read More
March 27, 2015
UNH Transportation Services has the program for you! Craving to feel the sunshine on your face? Do you miss the warm breeze on your skin as you peddle down a dirt path? Spring is just around the corner; the snow will melt, and the air will warm up, so take advantage of a great program called Cat Cycles, which is provided by UNH Transportation Services. This program allows you to sign out a bike for up to a week to do with as you please. It's a fun way to get some exercise, which is recommended... Read More
March 19, 2015
Certified, personal trainers are here on campus to guide you! After a long day of work, it’s hard to motivate yourself to exercise. It’s very tempting to go home, relax on the couch and watch TV. However, getting in a work out after or before your workday is important to stay healthy and keep you energized. Campus Recreation has just the motivation you need; UNH Staff that are members of Campus Recreation are eligible for requesting a Personal Fitness Trainer for a small fee, depending on... Read More
March 16, 2015
March is National Nutrition Month, which celebrates nutrition and a leading a healthy lifestyle. There are various activities that emphasize the importance of nutrition throughout the month; among these activities is the Nutrition Expo. The Nutrition Expo is put on by S.P.I.N (Students Promoting Information about Nutrition). “The expo will create interactive and fun opportunities for you to learn more about nutrition, improve your overall health and explore the food and nutrition resources... Read More
February 26, 2015
Are you feeling overwhelmed at work and in your personal life? Are the daily struggles of life weighing you down? Are you going through a major change in your life that you need to talk to someone about? The University System of New Hampshire offers ALL employees the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The EAP is provided by APS Healthcare and offers a variety of services that are free for UNH Employees. Some of the services include the following list: Counseling Services: This service is... Read More
February 16, 2015
Did you know that UNH Dining is one of the top rated Dining Programs in the US? UNH campus dining halls have lots of different options for those who want to make nutritious food choices. But, sometimes the Dining Halls can be an intimidating part of dorm-life. They can be over-whelming with all the different food options; and the amount! Here are a few tips that can help you healthfully navigate your next meal: Take Advantage of the Salad Bar The salad bar has lots of different toppings. Spice... Read More
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