Health and Wellness
Staying active, eating healthy and taking good care of yourself is ever more important. Use these resources to help you stay focused on your health and wellbeing during this time.
Physical Activity
Blomeyer Virtual Programs
Blomeyer Health Fitness Center is offering a variety of virtual programs for all employees (you do not need to be a current member to participate).
Wednesday Virtual Walking Group
Walking on Wednesdays is offered virtually each Wednesday with weekly themes to keep everyone engaged. Send a picture of your walk on Wednesdays and receive 100 points on Healthy Emory Connect. Attend 5 of 7 walks and receive 1000 points. Learn more.
Daily Yoga Sessions
Yoga sessions for Emory employees take place virtually each day daily at 5:30 pm and are led by certified yoga instructors.
Healthy Emory Connect
You can access a wealth of virtual resources 24/7 on Healthy Emory Connect to help stay healthy:
Whil programs are digital training programs to help you improve your health. Whil programs on physical activity include:
- Whil Boost Physical Health
- Whil Practice Yoga
Journeys are new online, mobile coaching programs designed to help Emory employees start and maintain healthy habits. Journeys programs that can help with physical activity are:
- Getting Active
- Daily Yoga
Free online workouts
Stress
FSAP
If you are having trouble managing your stress, you can access free counseling services through Emory's Faculty Staff Assistance Program (FSAP).
Daily Meditation
Daily meditation is available free, live and online with CBCT® “drop-in” sessions, that will also provide a chance to connect with others. Monday through Friday, 7:00-7:45 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 9:00-9:45 am.
Weekly Refresh
Join FSAP every Wednesday at 4:30pm for a 15-minute virtual meditation or resilience tip for the day. Access @ https://zoom.us/j/271917067.
Healthy Emory Connect
You can access a wealth of virtual resources 24/7 on Healthy Emory Connect to help stay mentally and emotionally healthy:
Whil programs are digital training programs to help you improve your health. Whil programs on stress and emotional health include:
- Whil Improve Relationships
- Whil Be Happier
- Whil One Minute Practices
- Whil Practice Yoga
- Whil Reduce Stress & Anxiety
- Whil Thriving at Work
- Whil Focus & Grow
- Whil One Minute Practices
Journeys are new online, mobile coaching programs designed to help Emory employees start and maintain healthy habits. Journeys programs that can help with stress are:
- Reducing Stress
Nutrition
Tips and Resources
Tips and Resources
- View the following Healthy Emory Nutrition webinars/videos:
- Find info about maintaining a balanced diet at the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics
- Track your nutrition habits on Healthy Emory Connect
- Try new recipes from Zipongo
Healthy Emory Connect
You can access a wealth of virtual resources 24/7 on Healthy Emory Connect to help stay healthy:
Journeys are new online, mobile coaching programs designed to help Emory employees start and maintain healthy habits. Journeys programs that can help with nutrition are:- Eating Healthy
Sleep
Tips and Resources
- Use Healthy Emory Connect resources to track your sleep and stay consistent
- Unplug from technology before bed
- 5 Ways to Get a Perfect Night of Sleep
- Watch video, Third Pillar of Good Health: Sleeping Well
Healthy Emory Connect
You can access a wealth of virtual resources 24/7 on Healthy Emory Connect to help stay healthy:
Whil programs are digital training programs to help you improve your health. Whil programs on sleep include:
- Whil Thriving at Work
- Whil Focus & Grow
- Whil Practice Yoga
- Whil Reduce Stress & Anxiety
- Whil Thrive at Work
Journeys are new online, mobile coaching programs designed to help Emory employees start and maintain healthy habits. Journeys programs that can help with sleep are:
- Reducing Stress
Ergonomics
Watch the Ergonomics @ Home Webinar to learn the best way to set up a home office ergonomically.
Length: 10 minutes
COVID-19 Self-care Resources
Focus on your personal self-care and wellbeing during this time of uncertainty related to COVID-19. Download these resources which are available to support your health and wellbeing.
Contact Us
If you have questions, feel free to contact the Healthy Emory team:
Phone: 404-712-3775
Email: healthyemory@emory.edu