Over 600 UA employees enjoyed a beautifully sunny day on the quad full of movement and connection at the 11th annual Quad in Motion. This event is all about encouraging and facilitating movement during the workday. Research shows that even taking short breaks throughout the day can promote stronger muscles, a healthy heart, and can…
Strive for Five wrapped up with fantastic participation and energy! A total of 480 participants registered, employees were able to connect and support one another while working toward their wellness goals. Nearly 50% of participants joined for the first time, showing that more and more employees are taking steps towards healthier living. The most popular…
We had an incredible time at the Strive for Five Kickoff event! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more, explore the goal stations, and join in on the fun. Participants walked away with valuable tips and resources to help them succeed, plus some great giveaways to support their goals! From interactive activities…
On a Friday night in early April, UA faculty and staff members, their families, students, and the larger community lined up on the start line outside Bryant-Denny Stadium. The Crimson Couch to 5K brought almost 400 runners and walkers to the Walk of Champions to test their physical and mental limits and support others in…
It was a breezy but beautiful day for a walk! Sixty-one employees joined us at the Walk of Champions to celebrate National Walking Day. The wind didn’t slow us down—we enjoyed fresh air, friendly faces, and a few well-earned steps. Participants picked up Just Ingredients samples as a small thank-you for taking time out of…
The Mental Fitness Series is off to a great start! The first two sessions have helped participants build resilience, practice gratitude, and learn ways to manage stress. The first session, Understanding Stress, helped people recognize the effects of stress on the body and how to handle it in a healthier way. The second session, Cultivating…
March is National Nutrition Month, Wellness and Work-Life is making it fun and easier than ever for faculty and staff to embrace healthy eating habits. This year’s focus is to learn the different ways in which food connects us together. Through engaging activities and classes like Better Bites and Taste of Tradition, employees can expand…
It was a beautiful, sunny day in October as 440 UA faculty and staff members ventured to the quad to participate in the 10th annual Quad in Motion event. Quad in Motion is all about encouraging and facilitating physical activity during the workday. Sitting and working for eight hours a day, 5 days a week…
