’TIS THE SEASON FOR MHEALTHY

Health & wellness programs to help you stay on track this winter

For many of us, the winter season means office parties, planning holiday celebrations and preparing to welcome friends and family members into our homes. During this busy time of year, it can sometimes be a challenge to keep up a healthy lifestyle. MHealthy winter programs can help you navigate the hustle and bustle of the season and celebrate while maintaining your health goals.

'TIS THE SEASON FOR MHEALTHY SERIES

Sign up for one or more of these free 30-minute online programs to help you stay on a healthy track while enjoying all the season has to offer. Get advice and tips on fitting in fitness, staying in control while enjoying events and parties, indulging without gaining weight, celebrating the season your way, and much more.

Takes place each week from 12 – 12:30 p.m., Nov. 14 –Dec. 19.

Nov. 14: Being Thankful – Kicking off the Season
Learn how to keep traditions while staying healthy, give and receive thanks & stay active with family and friends.

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**Canceled** - Being Tobacco-Free for a Day – A Gift to Yourself
Learn how you will benefit from quitting for a day; how to overcome cravings; tips for success; how to continue your journey one day, one week, one month (and beyond!) at a time; & how to access free cessation services through U-M.

Nov. 21: Being Smart about Parties and Events
Learn how to make healthy party recipes, stay in control at events & plan healthier parties.

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Nov. 28: Being Active into the New Year
Learn how to fit in fitness, stress less with exercise & celebrate through physical activity.

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Dec. 5: Being Indulgent without Overdoing It
Learn how to indulge without weight gain, create delicious “mocktails” & enjoy the luxury of sleep.

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Dec. 12: Being Generous this Season
Learn how to create healthy gifts to share with friends and family & perhaps treat yourself a healthy gift.

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Dec. 19: Being Content this Season
Learn how to acknowledge the joys and pressures of the season, set reasonable expectations & give to others and yourself.

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'TIS THE SEASON TO HANG ON TO REASON FINANCIAL SEMINARS

In this free seminar, Kathryn Greiner, U-M Credit Union budget counselor, will discuss what leads us to overspend and how to debt-proof our holidays. You will get ideas on ways to enjoy the holidays more while spending less, and how to get your family on board with these changes. Refreshments will be served.

Thurs, Nov. 8, 12 – 1 p.m., Wolverine Tower, Room G18
Tues, Nov. 13, 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., North Campus Administrative Complex (NCAC), Conf Rm C
Tues, Dec. 11, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., University Hospital, Rm UH 2C224
Thurs, Dec. 13, 12 – 1 p.m., Michigan Union, Kuenzel Room

Registration has closed.

MOVE, LOSE, MAINTAIN PROGRAM

Stay on track into the New Year by signing up for this eight-week healthy lifestyle program designed to help you get moving and eat healthier. The goal is to be active for at least 30 minutes a day, at least three days of the week. Get weekly emails, a booklet with recipes, healthy tips, and more. Register Oct. 29 – Nov. 16 at one of several weigh-in locations around campus. The program runs Nov. 19 – Jan. 14.

Registration is over. View weigh-out dates.

BUDGET! ARE YOU KIDDING?

Come to one of these free, in-person lunch and learn sessions to see where your money is going and make a plan for spending, bill paying, and saving. Also get tips on ways to enjoy the holidays more while spending less. Led by Kathryn Greiner, U-M Credit Union budget counselor. Lunch will be served.

Nov. 1, 2012, 11:00am - 12:00 pm, Kochoff Hall C, U-M Dearborn
Nov. 1, 2012, 12:30pm - 1:30pm, Kochoff Hall C, U-M Dearborn

Registration has closed.

MFIT Fitness Center Seasonal Specials

Give yourself, or someone you care about, a gift that will improve their health and well-being this season and beyond. Purchase an MHealthy gift certificate for a:

3-, 6-, or 12-month MFit Fitness Center membership and get an additional month free.
Package of 6 or more one-on-one personal training sessions and get an additional session free.

To qualify for this special offer open only to U-M faculty and staff, gift certificates must be purchased by December 31, 2012. For more information about the MFit Fitness Center and MHealthy Personal Training, visit: www.mhealthy.umich.edu/fitnesscenter.