We asked our Wellness Champions around the state what they've been doing at home to stay positive and healthy. We got some great responses so we thought we'd share! Staying engaged, positive, and focused on healthy habits is essential in times like these! Here's a sampling from our Champs: "...much daily yoga and dog walking...finally … Continue reading Keeping it Positive
Dumbbell Exercise Sequence (Video)
No gym? No problem. Neal Andrews, MS, CSCS leads you through an exercise sequence at home using dumbbells. If you don't have a pair of dumbbells at the house, grab a pair of heavy cans from the pantry, or other household item that can be used as a weight. Most movements in the video are … Continue reading Dumbbell Exercise Sequence (Video)
Body Weight Exercise Sequence (Video)
No gym? No problem. Neal Andrews, MS, CSCS leads you through an exercise sequence at home using all body weight exercises. Most movements in the video are performed for 10 reps. Suggested rep ranges are 10-20 reps. Or use a timer to perform each exercise from 20-40 seconds. For more exercise volume, repeat sequence 1-3 … Continue reading Body Weight Exercise Sequence (Video)
Mobility Warm-Up (Video)
Here's the first in a series of exercise video sequences for you to try at home. In this video, Neal goes through a dynamic warm-up emphasizing mobility. This sequence can be used anytime as a work break to loosen up, or as a fantastic warm-up prep for movement or an exercise session. Once you learn … Continue reading Mobility Warm-Up (Video)
Take a Walk with Trudy
With everything in our world consumed with coronavirus news, we thought you could use a feel-good story from one of our MUS employees. Also, our planned Wellness theme for 2020 (before COVID-19 hit), was healthy aging, and the following story is a wonderful example of how to make your health a priority, lifestyle, and long-term … Continue reading Take a Walk with Trudy
Montana Moves Video: Welcome to My House
https://vimeo.com/400710411 https://vimeo.com/400710411 MUS Wellness Exercise Specialist Neal Andrews says "Hi" from home, and invites you to tour his home gym. More home exercise video and resources to come! Stay well everyone!
MUS Wellness Update
"Boy, that escalated quickly..." ---Anchorman Ron Burgundy What a whirlwind of a week-and-a-half. I remember, way way back a long time ago---you know, like 9 or 10 days ago---when it was announced that March Madness would be played with no spectators in attendance. "Wow", I thought, "This is really getting crazy." [Insert ironic, exasperated laughter] … Continue reading MUS Wellness Update
Coronavirus Info and Quiz
Even though there are currently no known cases of COVID-19 in Montana, the subject is still very much on people's minds, and our senses are heightened as we brace for the possible impacts of this illness on our country and state. During times like these, it's important to stay well informed from expert health sources, … Continue reading Coronavirus Info and Quiz
Wellchat 26: Eating Seasonally
Here's a special treat for your Monday. Last fall Cristin recorded a final podcast featuring an interview with her dietetic intern, Kaitlyn Schlangen. In this episode of the Wellchat, Cristin and Kaitlyn discuss eating seasonally. Because March is the month that gives us daylight savings time and the first day of spring, we thought why … Continue reading Wellchat 26: Eating Seasonally
To Train, or not to Train?
That is the question---during two key times---when you're sick, and when you're dealing with a minor injury. Being that it's February, the flu has run rampant through many parts of Montana, and that I just had to deal with this question personally, today I'm going to focus on the question dealing with sickness: "When should … Continue reading To Train, or not to Train?
