Virtual Programs
Your well-being team has compiled a collection of virtual resources and programs to
support your well-being every day, but especially now during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Click HERE to view a flyer of our August hybrid well-being events.
Program details are additionally promoted through the KSU Today Digest email (opt in here), newsletters, emails, social media and your well-being champions. To suggest a program, please email us. Don't forget to take a look at the USG Well-being Release of claims, Waiver of liability, Assumption of risks, and Indemnification agreement HERE
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Employee Well-being In-person/Virtual Events - Week of July 26th, 2021
Monday, July 26th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.11:30 AM - 12:15 PM, Yoga (All Levels)
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Money Monday's: Contributing to your USG Supplemental Plan
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Pilates
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Strength & Stamina
In personTuesday, July 27th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.10:00 AM - 10:15 AM, Office Stretch Break
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Pilates
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.12:30 PM - 1:30 PM, Making a Life while Making a Living
Register before the event HERE.Wednesday, June 28th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.11:30 AM - 12:30 PM, Disrupting Negative Thoughts
Register before the event HERE.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Flex & Core
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.5:00 PM - 5:30 PM, Zumba
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.Thursday, July 29th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Pilates
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, When and How to Claim Social Security
Register before the event HERE.2:00 PM - 2:15 PM, Office Stretch Break
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.4:30 PM - 5:15 PM, Gentle Yoga
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Cardio Kickboxing
In personFriday, July 30th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.11:30 AM-12:15 PM, Chair Yoga
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Yoga/Pilates Fusion
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Employee Well-being In-person/Virtual Events - Week of August 2nd, 2021
Monday, August 2nd
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.11:30 AM - 12:15 PM, Yoga (All Levels)
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Pilates
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Strength & Stamina
In personTuesday, August 3rd
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.10:00 AM - 10:15 AM, Office Stretch Break
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Pilates
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Taking care of youSELF: Sleep, exercise, love, and food
Register before the event HERE.Wednesday, August 4th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Flex & Core
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Identifying Signs of Addiction in a Loved One - Kepro
Register before the event HERE.5:00 PM - 5:30 PM, Zumba
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.Thursday, August 5th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Pilates
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Maximize Social Security in Your Retirement Strategy
Register before the event HERE.12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Lets talk credit
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.2:00 PM - 2:15 PM, Office Stretch Break
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.4:30 PM - 5:15 PM, Gentle Yoga
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Cardio Kickboxing
In personFriday, August 6th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.11:30 AM-12:15 PM, Chair Yoga
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Yoga/Pilates Fusion
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Employee Well-being In-person/Virtual Events - Week of August 9th, 2021
Monday, August 9th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.11:30 AM - 12:15 PM, Yoga (All Levels)
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Pilates
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Strength & Stamina
In personTuesday, August 10th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.10:00 AM - 10:15 AM, Office Stretch Break
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Changing Relationships: You and Your Aging Parents
Register before the event HERE.12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Steps to Buying a Home
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Pilates
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.Wednesday, August 11th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.11:30 AM - 12:30 PM, Well-Being Wednesday: Improving Your Sleep
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Flex & Core
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.5:00 PM - 5:30 PM, Zumba
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.Thursday, August 12th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Five Money Musts
Register before the event HERE.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Pilates
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.2:00 PM - 2:15 PM, Office Stretch Break
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.4:30 PM - 5:15 PM, Gentle Yoga
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.5:30 PM - 6:15 PM, Cardio Kickboxing
In personFriday, August 13th
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM, A Mindfulness Moment, Daily Virtual Practice
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/246032955.11:30 AM-12:15 PM, Chair Yoga
Click here as an attendee at the time of the event.12:00 PM - 12:45 PM, Yoga/Pilates Fusion
Join via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/745316447.
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Virtual Fitness Programs & Resources
YMCA Fitness at Home
Our YMCA partners launched more than 60 free online exercises classes and youth programs to support the well-being of the community. Among the classes: boot camp, barre, yoga, weightlifting, boxing, Tai Chi and more. The classes are available at ymca360.org with their safety recommendations here: ymca360.org/safety No membership is needed to access the classes.Les Mills is offering over 140 on-demand classes for FREE! While we can't enjoy in-person EFC group fitness classes or student fitness coaching right now, this is a great alternative solution. Click HERE and find your workout today!
Swimmer’s Edge Yoga is offering FREE access to 30 online yoga workouts designed for swimmers! Stay mobile while you’re out of the pool and take a breather to also practice some mental focus to sooth your mind.
American Council on Exercise – Online Fitness Library – free online exercise resource that offers detailed pictures and instructions relating to strength training exercises
Virtual Yoga Present by KAISER PERMANENTE, Mondays 6:30 PM
Join The Battery Atlanta + Rene Eder for Virtual Yoga presented by Kaiser Permanente. Namast'ay at home + tune in to The Battery Atlanta's Facebook Live on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. for our free, live yoga classes. If you are unable to tune in live on Monday, view the recorded yoga sessions on our Youtube Channel! Watch live on Mondays: Facebook Live
Check out our YouTube + subscribe for more videos from The Battery Atlanta: YouTube channel
American College of Sports Medicine
Based on currently available recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, linked below are recommendations from the American College of Sports Medicine's Exercise Is Medicine in regard to physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic. Staying Active During the Coronavirus Pandemic EIM flyer
USG Online Well-being Portal:Journeys and Phone Coaching
This is a great time to utilize your USG Well-being Portal! Did you know USG healthcare benefited employees and spouses can earn money for participating in online journeys and phone coaching? Those that are benefits-eligible, but not enrolled in health care will earn prize drawing entries.Log on to the portal with steps below:
https://oneusgconnect.usg.edu/ (spouses on a healthcare plan: visit https://ourwellbeing.usg.edu)
Click Manage My Benefits (Duo)
Click on well-being tile to access VirginPulse (beach chairs & umbrella)Click here for Phone Coaching Guide, Journeys guide or continue steps below for Yoga:
Click on 'programs' in top left corner
Click Reducing Stress (9)-left corner under FOCUS topic
Scroll all the way down to WHIL - YOGA 101
Learn the basics of a yoga practice in this starter program, 8 additional programs.Thank you for your commitment to your well-being, stay healthy and safe!
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Virtual Nutrition Programs & Resources
Virtual Nutrition Consults
Interested in doing a one-on-one consultation with your Employee Well-being Registered Dietitian? We will be offering virtual nutrition consults through Microsoft Teams (or Skype for Business if preferred) on Mondays and Fridays until the university resumes normal operations. Please use our online scheduler or email efc@kennesaw.edu to schedule an appointment. You do not have to be an EFC member to participate.Past Event Recordings
Plant-Based Meal Ideas hosted by Barbara Oldham at Kennesaw State University
Debunking Fad Diets hosted by Barbara Oldham at Kennesaw State University
I've Bean Thinking About Burgers: Plant-Based Cooking Demo hosted by Barbara Oldham at Kennesaw State University (recipes)
Kid-Friendly Cooking Demo hosted by Barbara Oldham at Kennesaw State University (recipes)
Return to Work: Creative Lunch Ideas hosted by Barbara Oldham at Kennesaw State University (Presentation)
Exercise Nutrition Workshop hosted by Barbara Oldham at Kennesaw State University
Super Smoothie Demo hosted by Ryan Smith at Georgia State University.
Build a Balanced Breakfast hosted by Barbara Oldham at Kennesaw State University.
Healthy Snacking Workshop hosted by Ryan Smith at Georgia State University.
Greek Pasta Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette Demo hosted by Ryan Smith at Georgia State University
Articles & Websites
World Health Organization Food and Nutrition Tips During Self-Quarantine
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Coronavirus (COVID-19) Main Page
Getting Groceries During Quarantine
Four Easy Steps to Reduce Foodborne Illness
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Whole Foods Plant-Based Resources
Click HERE to view a recording of our April 22nd Whole Foods Plant-Based Eating Webinar presented by Associate Professor Amy Howton, to explore why plant-based lifestyles are effective and how you can move toward improving your wellness through plant-based eating! Find the Q&A from this webinar HERE. Also, find other resources recommended by Amy Howton HERE.
Forks Over Knives: The Beginner’s Guide to a Plant-Based Diet
Please find other resources on chronic disease and Plant-Based Diets below:
Cardiovascular Disease Article and Ted Talk
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Cooking Demo Recipes
Your Employee Well-being Dietitian, Barbara Oldham, looks forward to offering cooking demos on campus when it's safe to do so. Below are her past recipes:
A Bunch of Bananas: Kid-Friendly Cooking Demo
Chickpea Salad & Mexican Street Corn
Enjoy the Lentil Things in Life
Fall-Inspired Cooking Demo 11/2/20
Holiday Appetizer Cooking Demo
I've Bean Thinking About Burgers (Plant-based Cooking Demo)
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USG Online Well-being Portal Assistance
USG cares about your health and well-being. Your USG Well-being Portal provides you with a variety of tools that make it easy for you to incorporate healthy habits into your daily life. Portal is available to healthcare benefits-eligible employees and spouses on USG healthcare plan.
If healthcare covered employees complete healthy activities by Sept. 30, 2020, they can earn up to $100. This $100 will be paid in November 2020. If you have a spouse on your health plan, their Well-being earnings will be in your paycheck. USG has partnered with Virgin Pulse for the well-being services. Your health information is confidential and will not be shared with the USG.
Please email efc@kennesaw.edu to schedule a 15-30 minute one-on-one virtual portal assistance for registration and questions you may have.
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Alcohol Management
At times, alcohol may be used to cope with feelings of isolation, boredom, uncertainty, fear, and anxiety. If you would like support in coping a different way, help is available.
Alcoholics Anonymous – Offers online support
Hello Sunday Morning – The largest online community for alcohol behavior change in the world -
Resiliency and Managing Stress During COVID
KEPRO Employee Assistance Program- For KSU Employees and their families, call 844.243.4440 anytime, 24/7. You can also confidentially request support at eaphelplink.com – Company code: USGCares Visit www.EAPHelplink.com for a wealth of on-demand resources, including articles, self-assessments, resources, and training on a wide range of topics, such as addiction, grief, anxiety, and parenting.
Live Your Life Well (by Mental Health America)
Greater Good Science Center (a research-based collection of articles, practices, and expert opinions on positive practices)Care for Your Coronavirus Anxiety – This site has vetted and compiled a wealth of research-backed and helpful tools—articles, meditations, access to mental health experts, anxiety screenings, and more. See the “Take a Break” section for simple resources and skills to refocus and refresh.
Listen to Guided Relaxation ExercisesComing soon.
Resilience Skills in a Time of Uncertainty – The University of Pennsylvania is sharing this free version of Dr. Karen Reivich’s “Resilience Skills” Coursera course.
Centers for Disease Control: Manage Anxiety and Stress – Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming. Coping with stress will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger.
Download Apps for Your Mobile Device
Calm
Headspace
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Sleep Guidelines During COVID
1 in 3 U.S. adults get less than the recommended amount of sleep (CDC). Find ways to improve your sleep below!
SleepFoundation.org Sleep Guidelines during COVID-19
8 Ways to Quiet Your Mind and Sleep Better Tonight
Why a Good Night's Sleep is so Important
The Impact of Sleep on Health and Performance (Webinar)
Additionally, there are many resources available on our Well-being Portal to assist you with sleep hygiene (sleep tracking, phone coaching, and sleep-related digital coaching journeys). For assistance registering for the portal, please contact efc@kennesaw.edu to set up a 15-minute help session.
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Tobacco Cessation
Because the coronavirus attacks the lungs, it could be an especially serious threat to those who smoke tobacco or who use e-cigarettes or vape. FREE and CONFIDENTIAL resources are available to support quitting.
BecomeanEX- An online program developed in collaboration with Mayo Clinic to help you quit tobacco, just a click away.
Freedom From Smoking® Plus- This program is a self-paced online course with full telephone and online chat support from the American Lung Association’s expert counselors at the Lung HelpLine.
QuitGuide App- Written by tobacco control professionals and cessation counselors, with the help of ex-smokers and experts. This app is designed to help you prepare to quit smoking and support you in the days and weeks after you quit.
Smokefree.gov- Resources and articles
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Good Measure Meals Promo Code
Feeling overwhelmed with meal planning or cooking for yourself or your family? Use code "KSU15" for 15% off orders through Good Measure Meals. You can mix and match your favorite meals to create your perfect meal plan, or stick with the pre-populated base plan menu developed specially by GMM dietitians.
Check out meal plans and menus by clicking here.
Local pick-up locations can be found by searching here.
A few programs offered in the past include: 10K A Day Walking Program, Colorful Choices, 12 Days Of Fitness, Weight 4 Me, Spring Into Motion, Walktober, National Get Fit Don't Sit Day, USG HealthTrails Online Well-being programs, and National Employee Health and Fitness Day.
