As cooler temperatures enter the region, it is the perfect time to head outside and get moving. Heat and humidity can be large barriers to physical activity during the summer months, so Be Well would like to provide some examples of how you can get your 150 minutes/week of recommended physical activity while on campus this fall. 

Option One: 
Monday-Friday: Walk for 30 minutes on your lunch break

Option Two: 
Monday-Friday: Walk for 10 minutes mid-morning, 10 minutes on lunch, and 10 minutes mid-afternoon

Option Three: 
Monday-Friday: Walk for 10 minutes before work, 10 minutes on lunch, and 10 minutes after work

Option Four: 
Monday-Friday: Walk for 15 minutes on your lunch break and 15 minutes right after work

Employees can create their own plans based on the structure of their work day. Grab a colleauge, schedule a walking meeting, or try a mid-day walking meditation to reenergize and boost creativity. If you're already meeting the 150 minute/week minimum, reserach shows that if you continue to move, you'll gain even more health benefits. 

Don't forget to check out Be Well's campus walking routes!

Save the date(s) for Be Well's fall nutrition lunch and learn series in partnership with the UT Nutrition Department. 

Dr. Sarah Colby will be teaching Nutrition Counseling (NTR 422) to upper level undergraduate students who will facilitate the lunch and learn sessions for employees. Sarah is an Associate Professor in the nutrition department and will oversee the student presentations which are a part of the course curriculum.

Lunch and Learns will be held on Tuesdays from 12pm-1pm via Zoom beginning November 2nd through November 30th.

The series will cover a range of topics including how to eat healthy and balanced meals, eating for a busy schedule, holiday recipes, and more! To view the schedule and registration information, click here. *More details will be posted on Be Well's website later this month.  

A recent survey administered by the American Psychological Association found that 72% of Americans reported feeling stressed about money at least some time in the prior month. 

Financial stress, like many other forms of stress, can accumulate overtime and have negative impacts on health. While finances may seem daunting, overwhelming, and even frustrating, finding time to create a budget that aligns with your values and goals can help you feel in control of your money. 

Check out these tools and tips below provided by UT's Employee Assistance Program: 

Are you passionate about wellness and want to be a part of creating a healthy work environment at UTK? Be Well is actively recruiting new members for the Employee Wellness Committee (EWC). 

The EWC consists of employees from various departments on campus who meet 2x per semester to brainstorm, offer suggestions, and provide feedback regarding Be Well's employee wellness programming. 

If you are interested in joining the committee, please email bewell@utk.edu.