Meal planning is a tough weekly chore, but somebody’s got to do it! Join us in watching this step-by-step video walking you through the meal planning process. This video is part of the Real Food and You Nutrition Workshop Series found at ngoodhealth.com. If you are interested in more inforamtion like this, just log-in to your N Good Health profile and head to Wellness Workshops. Look for “Real Food and You: A Beginner’s Guide” to start!
With coronavirus (COVID-19) now a global pandemic, anxiety and stress levels may be higher than normal for many people. Your EAP is here as a resource for help and support through this difficult time. Currently they are offering telebehavioral health to support your mental well-being as part of Staying Balanced With EAP. Sessions are available by video or phone.
Receive support in areas such as:
◦Emotional difficulties
◦Marital conflicts
◦Stress
◦Alcohol or drug problems
◦Relationship issues
◦Parent/child/family conflictsYou can earn 30 points per visit (up to 90 points) toward step 4 when you make an appointment through EAP. Points are awarded when you voluntarily submit a tracker form to N Good Health by faxing it to (502) 666-7667 or emailing it to [email protected].
To make an appointment, contact EAP by calling Wayne Corp. at (502) 451-8262 or (800) 441-1327 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Another option for support during this time is the Employee Emotional Support Team. This is separate from EAP & it was created in partnership with Norton Behavioral Medicine, Norton Women’s Behavioral Services, Norton Sports Health Mental and Performance Services, General Pediatrics Behavioral Health, Heart Failure Behavioral Health, and Norton Cancer Institute Behavioral Oncology.
Employees can call (502) 446-5610 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to speak to an emotional support team member, who can help staff process emotions and offer coping tools during this crisis. All calls are completely confidential.
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and N Good Health abide by all HIPAA standards and do not share any health information. No personal or appointment information will be shared between the EAP and N Good Health. To receive N Good Health points for using the EAP, submit a tracking form to N Good Health.
Get up and get movin’ with this Planet Fitness Home Work-In! This home workout is for anyone and everyone and doesn’t require any certain fitness level. And bonus, no equipment is needed! You can choose to follow along with the trainer or do you own thing and stop any time you need a break.
The trainer will ease you into the workout with some light stretching and breathing exercises. Once you’re warmed up, you’ll complete a full-body circuit that targets each muscle group. Some of the exercises include sumo squats, calf raises, bicep curls and more. After you’re finished, you’ll be taken through a quick cool down that includes a hip flexor stretch and forearm stretch.
Research has shown that slowing your breathing lowers levels of anxiety, calming your brain & enabling you to deal with challenges more effectively & efficiently. Taking slow, deep breaths can also help you notice & enjoy the moment you’re in & give you a nice mental break.
There are so many different apps out there for breathing (Calm, Headspace, the Mindfulness app, even Apple Watches have a feature that encourages deep breaths! Neat, right?), but if you’d like something to try right now, give this a shot:
Count to 4 as you breathe in.
Hold for 4 counts
Breathe out for 4 counts.
Hold for 4 counts.
Repeat 4 or more times.
Breathe in through your nose & out through your mouth.
Let your belly expand.
Relax your body as you breathe.
Congrats! You’ve done your first deep breathing exercise. If you’d like to kick it up a notch, try an app & try turning down the lights, sitting in a quiet, comfortable spot & really getting your zen on. 🙂
Want to travel to New Zealand? Try this hour-long full-body workout filmed with the background of mountains and lakes of the Kiwi islands.
This full-body workout is also a low-impact option that can be done without equipment. These basic movements will hit all major muscle groups as you move to music. This cardio-infused session is for beginners to advanced members and can be enjoyed by all ages. While a mat is not required, a non-hard surface is recommended for comfort.
Please feel free to contact Chris, Y@Work Director at Watterson Towers with any questions, 502-272-5920.
Another fun activity you can do at home!
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As a society, we have become so addicted to social media that we waste incredible amounts of time that could be spent on things that truly matter. Today, resolve that you will NOT get caught up in the scroll of your Facebook or Instagram feed, the constant texting & notifications, the video games & social media. Today, challenge yourself & your family to take a break from your devices.
Ideas for your fun-filled, device-free day:
– Take the dog for a walk around your neighborhood
– Bake cookies or a cake. Better yet, have a family bake-off!
– Family movie day, complete with popcorn!
– If you have small children, create an obstacle course in your home or give them a ride around in a laundry basket (i.e. the picture shown)
– Create slime or cloud dough (you can use YouTube for this one)
– Go for a family bike ride
– Play in the backyard; you can play ball, jump on the trampoline if you have one, etc.
– Family game night!
– Color in a coloring book together
– Take a trip to a state park (just no playing on the playground for now!)
The opportunities are endless. Challenge yourself to ditch the electronics today & create some new memories with the people most important to you.
Barre is a combination of postures used in ballet, yoga, and Pilates. The barre is used as a prop to balance while doing exercises that focus on isometric strength training combined with high reps of small range-of-motion movements.
Take your pick of 3 Barre class variations and strive for the Barre trifecta by doing all 3 videos! These beginner Barre classes will target your full body while using a variety of exercise equipment and body positions. You will also be working on your flexibility too.
You can substitute the weighted body bar for a broom stick, chair, or bar stool. Doing this class barefoot is best. Sometimes shoes will hinder your balance during these moves. Try to work out on an even firm surface.
CLICK HERE to begin your workout!
Please feel free to reach out to Brittney, Y@Work Director Norton Hospital with any questions at 629-3760.
This is a great cooking with kids recipe that the whole family will enjoy. Healthy and sweet, our favorite combo!
Mini Whole Wheat Banana Zucchini Muffins
Ingredients
– 1 cup whole wheat flour
– 1/2 cup rolled oats
– 1 tsp baking soda
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 2 eggs, whisked
– 1 zucchini, grated
– 1/4 cup canola oil
– 3 mashed bananas
– 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
Directions
In a bowl, combine dry ingrdients.
In a separate bowl, combine wet ingredients.
Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients and put into greased mini muffin pan.
Bake 15 min. at 350. Serve warm with butter!
After all the spring cleaning you have been doing, you may feel as though you are ready for some small home improvements.
Here are a few ways to give your house a fresh look:
1. Freshen Up an Old Room With Paint
2. Pressure wash house, sidewalk, walkways and driveway
3. Update your entryway
4. Switch Out Your Kitchen Faucet
5. Update Your Hardware
Updating a few rooms or items at a time can not only be budget friendly, but will make it seem as though big changes were made.
