Get your morning flowing with a powerful Vinyasa flow! This class will flow through a series of movements and postures as you connect your breath to movement. It is appropriate for all levels and pose modifications will be provided. Props (e.g., blocks, straps) are not needed but are always encouraged. This event is sponsored by Buckeye […]
Yoga is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as being one of the top 10 evidence-based complementary health approaches to address serious problems such as depression, lower back pain and hypertension. As a holistic mind-body practice, Yoga combines physical activity with breath-focused mindfulness techniques. Geetha Sampathkumar, an experienced Yoga professional, will lead lunchtime yoga […]
This webinar is crafted for professionals committed to excellence in patient care and team collaboration. In an industry where decisions can be life-altering, understanding the nuances of bias—both conscious and unconscious—is crucial. This session will delve into the unique challenges and manifestations of bias within healthcare settings, from patient interactions to team dynamics and decision-making […]
Join OSU health coach Amanda in the SMART Lab May 1st between 9:30 a.m. and noon (various times) for 30 minute sampler sessions. The OSU Stress Management and Resiliency Training (SMART) Lab is available to faculty and staff! Research shows deep breathing can help reduce stress. The biofeedback technology available in the lab will give you […]
Join OSU health coaches Alison Barney and Bonnie Wilhelm for a physical activity program to learn more about stretching exercises to recover from workouts or daily movement. During this 30-minute session, we will lead movements you can use in the future on your own. Unable to attend live? If you are unable to attend the live […]
Please join us for a weekly virtual workshop where you will: Gain motivation from a powerful community Share your journey with a group of fellow members Receive insightful weekly lessons from an expert Get strategies from someone who's been in your shoes and lost weight Current WW members: Access this private virtual workshop here. […]
The health of your gut is the foundation of your health. Learn how dietary choices, lifestyle habits, and mindful practices can influence gut health and promote digestive balance. Discover evidence-based approaches to enhance gut flora diversity, alleviate digestive discomfort, and support immune function. Whether you're seeking to improve digestion, boost energy levels, or enhance your […]
Yoga is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as being one of the top 10 evidence-based complementary health approaches to address serious problems such as depression, lower back pain and hypertension. As a holistic mind-body practice, Yoga combines physical activity with breath-focused mindfulness techniques. Geetha Sampathkumar, an experienced Yoga professional, will lead lunchtime yoga […]
This meditation group is an informal group that is led by practitioners of multiple meditation styles. Each week the leadership rotates around a core group of leaders but others are invited to lead as well. Mediations are sometimes led live and sometimes through the playing of videos. All faculty and staff are invited to attend. […]
Founded in 2001, Zumba fuses fitness, entertainment and culture into an exhilarating dance-fitness sensation! This class will feel like a “fitness-party” that blends upbeat world rhythms with easy-to-follow choreography, for a total-body workout that combines all elements of fitness – cardio, balance, flexibility, and muscle conditioning. Dance experience is not required; our instructors will work […]
Get your morning flowing with a powerful Vinyasa flow! This class will flow through a series of movements and postures as you connect your breath to movement. It is appropriate for all levels and pose modifications will be provided. Props (e.g., blocks, straps) are not needed but are always encouraged. This event is sponsored by Buckeye […]
Congratulations on your pregnancy! Join our Buckeye Baby Team to review the OSU Health Plan medical benefits, Your Plan for Health incentives, and additional resources for parents to be! Unable to attend live? If you are unable to attend the live version, register for the event and we will send you a recorded version of the […]
Yoga is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as being one of the top 10 evidence-based complementary health approaches to address serious problems such as depression, lower back pain and hypertension. As a holistic mind-body practice, Yoga combines physical activity with breath-focused mindfulness techniques. Geetha Sampathkumar, an experienced Yoga professional, will lead lunchtime yoga […]
Ohio is on the forefront of tick- and tick-borne disease expansion going from one tick of medical importance twenty years ago to five now. Come learn the state of ticks in Ohio and how you can keep yourself, your family, and your animals tick safe. Unable to attend live? If you are unable to attend the […]
Join OSU health coach Amanda for a four-week Group Health Coaching Series designed to help you make the most of the time you have. In this series, you’ll get the TEA! Time management Energy management Attention management We’ll explore all three topics plus practical steps you can take to do more and feel better. This […]
Spontaneous Meditation is a natural and simple technique of consciousness that strengthens and supports both the mind and body to enhance health and well-being. This technique is not based on concentration, contemplation, or manipulation of the mind. During meditation the mind is spontaneously opened to and nourished by the underlying field which is the infinite […]
Please join us for this training led by instructor Lori Bower. Reiki Level 2 builds upon the foundations learned in Reiki Level 1. Healthcare professionals, proficient in Reiki Level 1, will now understand the history of Reiki, be able to describe the Chakra system, and the specific Reiki hand positions. They will also be proficient […]
Please join us for a weekly virtual workshop where you will: Gain motivation from a powerful community Share your journey with a group of fellow members Receive insightful weekly lessons from an expert Get strategies from someone who's been in your shoes and lost weight Current WW members: Access this private virtual workshop here. […]
Join OSU health coaches Amanda Fox and Alison Barney for an educational program about The OSU Health Coaching Program and if it is right for you. During this 30 minute session, we will: Discuss what to expect from health coaching and details about the OSU coaching program. Understand how a session with a health coach […]
Spontaneous Meditation is a natural and simple technique of consciousness that strengthens and supports both the mind and body to enhance health and well-being. This technique is not based on concentration, contemplation, or manipulation of the mind. During meditation the mind is spontaneously opened to and nourished by the underlying field which is the infinite […]
Join the EAP for this four-part interactive EAP Series and reframe your perceptions and expectations about mid-life. Together, we’ll explore the realities of the mid-life experience and how we can embrace change. Due to the collaborative nature of this series, it will NOT be recorded. If you attend at least 3 of the live meetings/webinars […]
Yoga is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as being one of the top 10 evidence-based complementary health approaches to address serious problems such as depression, lower back pain and hypertension. As a holistic mind-body practice, Yoga combines physical activity with breath-focused mindfulness techniques. Geetha Sampathkumar, an experienced Yoga professional, will lead lunchtime yoga […]
This meditation group is an informal group that is led by practitioners of multiple meditation styles. Each week the leadership rotates around a core group of leaders but others are invited to lead as well. Mediations are sometimes led live and sometimes through the playing of videos. All faculty and staff are invited to attend. […]
Founded in 2001, Zumba fuses fitness, entertainment and culture into an exhilarating dance-fitness sensation! This class will feel like a “fitness-party” that blends upbeat world rhythms with easy-to-follow choreography, for a total-body workout that combines all elements of fitness – cardio, balance, flexibility, and muscle conditioning. Dance experience is not required; our instructors will work […]
Get your morning flowing with a powerful Vinyasa flow! This class will flow through a series of movements and postures as you connect your breath to movement. It is appropriate for all levels and pose modifications will be provided. Props (e.g., blocks, straps) are not needed but are always encouraged. This event is sponsored by Buckeye […]
Congratulations on your pregnancy! This session will navigate the trimesters of pregnancy with parents-to-be. We will discuss what to expect while pregnant, prenatal testing and coverage, healthy diet and exercise, as well as normal discomforts that may arise. As a part of the program, we are here to help you throughout your pregnancy and post-partum […]
It is a challenge to take breaks when we have busy lives of caretaking children, elder parents, working, and just living with other stressful events. Join this webinar to learn how to give yourself permission to take breaks and re-group, re-assess, and re-join your life with more ease and peace. Unable to attend live? If you […]
Yoga is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as being one of the top 10 evidence-based complementary health approaches to address serious problems such as depression, lower back pain and hypertension. As a holistic mind-body practice, Yoga combines physical activity with breath-focused mindfulness techniques. Geetha Sampathkumar, an experienced Yoga professional, will lead lunchtime yoga […]
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 12 pm ET. Cameron Stauffer, a registered dietitian and culinary educator, Michael Carnahan, a chef and culinary educator, and Jenny Shrodes, a certified diabetes care and education specialist, team-up to bring you flavorful diabetes-friendly recipes, offer some tips and tricks, and answer your […]
This midday pick me up class rooted in Vinyasa flow showcases intentional movement combined with breath awareness. These creative sequences will invite mindfulness while promoting strength and flexibility for every day life. This hybrid class will run for four weeks on the second and fourth Tuesday of May and June (5/14, 5/28, 6/11, 6/25). You […]
Spontaneous Meditation is a natural and simple technique of consciousness that strengthens and supports both the mind and body to enhance health and well-being. This technique is not based on concentration, contemplation, or manipulation of the mind. During meditation the mind is spontaneously opened to and nourished by the underlying field which is the infinite […]
Please join us on Wednesday, May 15th anytime between 11:30 a.m. and ending at 1:00 p.m. on the Oval (Columbus Campus). Check in with the OSU Health Plan Health Coaching & Wellness team in front of the Thompson Library near the William Oxley Thompson Statue. We will provide a space pass with a walking map. […]
Please join us for a weekly virtual workshop where you will: Gain motivation from a powerful community Share your journey with a group of fellow members Receive insightful weekly lessons from an expert Get strategies from someone who's been in your shoes and lost weight Current WW members: Access this private virtual workshop here. […]
Yoga is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as being one of the top 10 evidence-based complementary health approaches to address serious problems such as depression, lower back pain and hypertension. As a holistic mind-body practice, Yoga combines physical activity with breath-focused mindfulness techniques. Geetha Sampathkumar, an experienced Yoga professional, will lead lunchtime yoga […]
This meditation group is an informal group that is led by practitioners of multiple meditation styles. Each week the leadership rotates around a core group of leaders but others are invited to lead as well. Mediations are sometimes led live and sometimes through the playing of videos. All faculty and staff are invited to attend. […]
Join the Office of the Chief Wellness Officer, Buckeye Wellness, and Pamela Bennett, Professor and Director of the Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program, to learn all about gardening! Participants will get tips and tricks on starting a garden and learn about the health benefits of horticulture in general. Come and enjoy this […]
Join OSU health coach Alison for a physical activity program for chair yoga. During this 30 minute session, we will: Introduce benefits of yoga for physical activity. Review resources to further your learning or practice. Perform a 15-minute chair yoga stretch flow together. NOTE: Please make sure you have a stable chair and flat shoes […]
Get your morning flowing with a powerful Vinyasa flow! This class will flow through a series of movements and postures as you connect your breath to movement. It is appropriate for all levels and pose modifications will be provided. Props (e.g., blocks, straps) are not needed but are always encouraged. This event is sponsored by Buckeye […]
Yoga is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as being one of the top 10 evidence-based complementary health approaches to address serious problems such as depression, lower back pain and hypertension. As a holistic mind-body practice, Yoga combines physical activity with breath-focused mindfulness techniques. Geetha Sampathkumar, an experienced Yoga professional, will lead lunchtime yoga […]
Sleep is critical for physical and mental wellbeing. Join Chef Michael Carnahan and Registered Dietitian Cameron Stauffer for tips and recipes to optimize your sleep habits for better nutrition; and to optimize your nutrition habits for better sleep. Unable to attend live? If you are unable to attend the live version, register for the event and […]
Share your love of wellness and inspire your colleagues! Ohio State’s Buckeye Wellness Innovators program in the Office of the Chief Wellness Officer seeks faculty and staff for its May 2024 cohort. Receive training, tips, and opportunities to coordinate and attend special events. If you are interested in promoting health and wellness activities and initiatives in your […]
Join OSU health coach Amanda in the SMART Lab May 22nd between 9:30 a.m. and noon (various times) for 30 minute sampler sessions. The OSU Stress Management and Resiliency Training (SMART) Lab is available to faculty and staff! Research shows deep breathing can help reduce stress. The biofeedback technology available in the lab will give you […]
Please join us for a weekly virtual workshop where you will: Gain motivation from a powerful community Share your journey with a group of fellow members Receive insightful weekly lessons from an expert Get strategies from someone who's been in your shoes and lost weight Current WW members: Access this private virtual workshop here. […]
Yoga is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as being one of the top 10 evidence-based complementary health approaches to address serious problems such as depression, lower back pain and hypertension. As a holistic mind-body practice, Yoga combines physical activity with breath-focused mindfulness techniques. Geetha Sampathkumar, an experienced Yoga professional, will lead lunchtime yoga […]
Please join the OSU Employee Assistance Program for an interactive wellness workshop focused on increasing understanding of the signs and symptoms to mental health issues and learning approaches to support coworkers. This workshop is designed to bring awareness and understanding about mental health in the workplace. Additionally, this workshop encourages participant discussion and collaboration. Due […]
This meditation group is an informal group that is led by practitioners of multiple meditation styles. Each week the leadership rotates around a core group of leaders but others are invited to lead as well. Mediations are sometimes led live and sometimes through the playing of videos. All faculty and staff are invited to attend. […]
Founded in 2001, Zumba fuses fitness, entertainment and culture into an exhilarating dance-fitness sensation! This class will feel like a “fitness-party” that blends upbeat world rhythms with easy-to-follow choreography, for a total-body workout that combines all elements of fitness – cardio, balance, flexibility, and muscle conditioning. Dance experience is not required; our instructors will work […]
Get your morning flowing with a powerful Vinyasa flow! This class will flow through a series of movements and postures as you connect your breath to movement. It is appropriate for all levels and pose modifications will be provided. Props (e.g., blocks, straps) are not needed but are always encouraged. This event is sponsored by Buckeye […]
“I’m my own worst critic.” It’s something I’ve heard quite often and is true for nearly all of us. Perhaps shaming yourself has not been effective and is even causing you emotional pain. I invite you to come practice utilizing a neutral view of self in order to evaluate things in a more objective way. […]
Yoga is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as being one of the top 10 evidence-based complementary health approaches to address serious problems such as depression, lower back pain and hypertension. As a holistic mind-body practice, Yoga combines physical activity with breath-focused mindfulness techniques. Geetha Sampathkumar, an experienced Yoga professional, will lead lunchtime yoga […]
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 12 pm ET. Cameron Stauffer, a registered dietitian and culinary educator, Michael Carnahan, a chef and culinary educator, and Jenny Shrodes, a certified diabetes care and education specialist, team-up to bring you flavorful diabetes-friendly recipes, offer some tips and tricks, and answer your […]
This midday pick me up class rooted in Vinyasa flow showcases intentional movement combined with breath awareness. These creative sequences will invite mindfulness while promoting strength and flexibility for every day life. This hybrid class will run for four weeks on the second and fourth Tuesday of May and June (5/14, 5/28, 6/11, 6/25). You […]
Prana is the vital life force and Pranayama is the process by which this life force is balanced and increased. Prana and mind are intricately linked – when the prana is balanced, the mind is balanced as well. Pranayama balances both sides of the brain and balances emotional responses. It calms the mind and removes […]
A free introductory talk on Spontaneous Meditation and Ayurveda will be given by Hari Sharma MD, DABIHM. Dr. Sharma teaches Spontaneous Meditation and provides Ayurveda consultations at the Ohio State Center for Integrative Health. Spontaneous Meditation is a natural and simple technique of consciousness that strengthens and supports both the mind and body to enhance […]
Please join us for a weekly virtual workshop where you will: Gain motivation from a powerful community Share your journey with a group of fellow members Receive insightful weekly lessons from an expert Get strategies from someone who's been in your shoes and lost weight Current WW members: Access this private virtual workshop here. […]
Prana is the vital life force and Pranayama is the process by which this life force is balanced and increased. Prana and mind are intricately linked – when the prana is balanced, the mind is balanced as well. Pranayama balances both sides of the brain and balances emotional responses. It calms the mind and removes […]
Yoga is recognized by the National Institutes of Health as being one of the top 10 evidence-based complementary health approaches to address serious problems such as depression, lower back pain and hypertension. As a holistic mind-body practice, Yoga combines physical activity with breath-focused mindfulness techniques. Geetha Sampathkumar, an experienced Yoga professional, will lead lunchtime yoga […]
Amy Kisei, Sensei (they/she) is an authorized Zen Buddhist Teacher and Priest, IFS-informed Spiritual Counselor, Meditation Coach, and Artist. Kisei has 12 years of monastic training from Great Vow Zen Monastery. They are also trained in IFS, Hakomi, and Process Work Psychology. Kisei leads meditation retreats, workshops, classes, and works 1:1 with folks. Kisei is […]
Founded in 2001, Zumba fuses fitness, entertainment and culture into an exhilarating dance-fitness sensation! This class will feel like a “fitness-party” that blends upbeat world rhythms with easy-to-follow choreography, for a total-body workout that combines all elements of fitness – cardio, balance, flexibility, and muscle conditioning. Dance experience is not required; our instructors will work […]
