Welcome to the Wellness Program!
The Office of
The program promotes a healthy lifestyle through activity-based courses, lecture programs, individual fitness assessments and screening programs for specific health risks. Students have opportunities in program coordination and in service as wellness
Each semester the Wellness Program provides a new schedule of classes, activities and screenings. Recent lunchtime topics included "Fitting in Fitness," "Keeping Your Heart Healthy," "Gluten Free Diet," and "Stress and Health." Special events held during the past semester included mobile mammogram screening, blood pressure and audiology screening, and body fat testing. Current summer activity classes are indoor cycling, yoga, co-ed aerobic fitness, muscular strength and endurance, pilates, body sculpting, and water aerobics.
Many of the programs are free for university faculty and staff while others pay fees ranging from $10 to $25.
What is wellness?
well-ness (w
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The condition of good physical, mental and emotional health, especially when maintained by an appropriate diet, exercise and other lifestyle modifications. —The American Heritage® Medical Dictionary, 2007
The University of Dayton Faculty/Staff
Furthermore, we propose that wellness is a set of organized activities and systematic interventions, offered through corporations/worksites,
Join us for a truly healthful lunch!
Brown Bag Lectures, led by experts in the field of wellness, afford faculty, staff and students the opportunity to learn about a range of health- and wellness-related topics. Brown
Bags will continue in the Fall. Check back later for the Fall Brown Bag Schedule!
Check out our latest offerings!
Online registration begins on Monday, April 22, at 8:00 am. Register online >>
Please be advised: Payment, medical release forms, and RecPlex membership (for personal training) must be submitted at the same time that you register. After
Summer 2013 Classes
Yoga
This class will be designed to accommodate both beginner and intermediate students. Yoga blends balance, strength, flexibility and power into a fitness format. Meditation is integrated into the practice. Yoga is user-friendly, and is doable by individuals at any level of fitness. Benefits include reduced risk of injury and aid in the
- Dates: May 15 - August 9
- Time: 12:00 - 12:50 p.m., Wednesday and Friday
- Location: RecPlex, Studio B
- Instructor: Melissa Ledinsky
- Fee: $20.00
A maximum number of 25 participants can be accommodated. Class may be canceled because of lack of registration.
Zumba
This class involves exercise in the form of dance! It incorporates all different types of dance, such as salsa, marimba, belly dancing, cha-cha, and more! This is a great class for participants of all levels of fitness, and makes a nice start to the day!
- Dates: May 14 - August 8
- Time: 5:05 - 5:50 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday
- Location: RecPlex, Studio Room B
- Instructor: Dana Tobias
- Fee: $20.00
A maximum number of 20 participants can be accommodated. Class may be canceled because of lack of registration. There will be no class July 4.
Pilates
This pilates mat class is designed to help increase flexibility and strengthen the body's core muscles, while improving spinal and pelvic alignment. Participants will learn the fundamentals of pilates movement, which will be modified to suit both beginners and those who are more advanced. Please wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing that will cover you in various positions, and bring a bath-sized towel or a "sticky" yoga mat as well as a water bottle to class.
- Dates: May 14 - August 8
- Time: 12:00 - 12:50 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday
- Location: RecPlex, Studio Room B
- Instructor: Melissa Ledinsky
- Fee: $20.00
A maximum number of 20 participants can be accommodated. Class may be canceled because of lack of registration. There will be no class July 4.
Spinning
- Dates: May 13 - August 7
- Time: 7:15 - 8:05 a.m., Monday and Wednesday
- Location: RecPlex, Studio Room A
- Instructor: Candida Crastro
- Fee: $20.00
There will be no class May 27.
Muscular Strength/Endurance Conditioning
- Dates: May 14 - August 8
- Time: 7:15 - 8:15 a.m., Tuesday and Thursday
- Location: RecPlex, Studio Room B and Weight Room
- Instructor: Shayne Brown
- Fee: $20.00
There will be no class July 4.
What else can you do?
The Wellness Program hosts and collaborates on several special events throughout the year. Be sure to check back regularly! Past events include mobile mammogram screening, blood pressure screening, glaucoma screening, audiology screening, and body fat testing with the Bod Pod. Special events will resume in the fall.
Bike to Work Week
Please RSVP for the events listed below >>
2ND STREET MARKET BIKE RIDE
- Date: Saturday, April 27
- 11:00 a.m. Meet at RecPlex (ride down Brown Street, South Park, over Ped Bridge OR Brown Street)
- 11:45 a.m. Arrive at 2nd Street Market
- 1:00 p.m. Group will meet at the south side of Second Street Mark to depart (optional group ride back to RecPlex)
- Leaders: Emily, Bill/Katelyn
OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS:
INTRODUCTION TO THE MIAMI VALLEY'S BIKE TRAILS
Brown Bag discussion focusing on different riding styles for different lifestyles and an overview of the Miami Valley Biking trails.
- Date: Wednesday, May 8
- Where: RecPlex
- Time: 11:30 to 12:30
- Panel: Hectory, Mary, Michelle, Randy, MetroParks
FLY RIDE
Group will Bike to Carrillon Park and then stop at Culp's Cafe for Lunch/Snack (10% discount if at least 15 employees sign up!)
- Date: Monday, May 13
- Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Destination: Carillon Park (2.1 miles/13 minutes from RecPlex)
- Leader/Instructor: Katy Kelly
GET IN GEAR: BIKE TUNE UP 101 DEMONSTRATION
Brown Bag discussion on bicycle maintenance (changing a tire, best practices). Individuals do not need to bring their bike. Demonstration bikes will be provided.
- Date: Wednesday, May 15
- Location: RecPlex Meeting Room B
- Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
BIKE TO WORK DAY
- Date: Friday, May 17
- Time: 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Meet at 7:00 a.m. in front of the RecPlex for the for the regional Bike to Work Day Event, organized by Five Rivers MetroParks. This event includes a free pancake breakfast, as well as a "team challenge." You can ride directly to RiverScape Metro Park for this event, or you can meet us for the group ride from the University and back.
BODY FAT TESTING (Bod Pod)
- Location: College Park Center (Room 220C)
- Registration: Appointments are necessary. Call Robyn Powers at x 94225 to register.
- Fee: $35.00 by check only
% Body Fat Testing
America's height and weight charts are not the most accurate way to determine your ideal body weight. To establish a realistic weight goal, your percent body fat needs to be determined. Your percent body fat will be determined by the use of the Bod Pod! The Bod Pod measures one's percentage of body fat via air displacement. This procedure is fast, easy, and accurate. The process takes approximately 30 minutes.
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Who can participate?
All full- and part-time faculty and staff members as well as retirees of the
Additional program requirements include RecPlex Membership for select activities and medical release forms.
RecPlex Membership
In order to participate in Wellness Program personal training, a membership to the RecPlex must be purchased. Please contact Teresa Galvin at 229-2731 for membership prices and payment options.
Medical Release Forms
A MEDICAL RELEASE from your physician, on your physician's letterhead, is REQUIRED for everyone registered for the Wellness Program activity classes. A current medical release is required for the first day of class. This medical release is considered valid one year from its issuance. Please note that you will not be permitted to participate without a medical release. There will be absolutely no exceptions to this.
The question is frequently raised whether a medical examination is advisable before commencing a training program. Certainly anyone who is doubtful about his state of health should consult a physician. In principle, however, there is less risk in activity than in continuous inactivity. In a nutshell, our opinion is that it is more advisable to pass a careful medical examination if one intends to be sedentary in order to establish whether one's state of health is good enough to stand the inactivity! (Astrand, Per-Olof and Kaare Rodahl. Textbook of Work Physiology. New York: McGraw-Hill Book Company, 1970, p. 608.)
Earn more than good health for your participation!
Need more incentive to participate in the Wellness Program and get fit?
You can earn one point every time that you attend
Attendance Awards
- 15 points: short-sleeved T-shirt
- 20 points: tote bag
- 25 points: wicked fabric Wellness shirts
- 50 points: sweatshirt or polo shirt
- 100 points: windbreaker
Want to participate? Have questions? Let us know!
Register online! It's easy >>
Wellness Program
Frericks Center, Room 53
University of Dayton
200 College Park Drive
Dayton, Ohio 45469-1210
Wellness Program Staff
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Dr. Lloyd L. Laubach |
Kendel Ross, CSCS |
