Mills STRONG
October Issue
This months happenings...
The focus this month is:
- The YMCA and & AISD partnered Olympic Challenge
- Breast Cancer Research & Awareness Month
- Healthy Literacy
Olympic Challenge
AISD has partnered with YMCA to offer you the Olympian Challenge. The goal is to earn Olympic rings by completing one to three hours of exercise in each of the five categories (Strength, Endurance, Balance, Swim, Agility), each representing an Olympic ring. The ultimate goal is to get five gold rings (3 hours of exercise in each 5 categories). Those participating in the challenge will receive a FREE month to the YMCA so you can meet your goals in each category. See that attached for more comprehensive rules and what you can win! The challenge will run from Oct. 6 - Nov. 4, registration begins Sept. 28th. If you would like to register put your name on the Tracker which will be located on the office bulletin board. In order to receive your free month, give your name and date of birth to your Staff Wellness Champion {LAURA HANSON}.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Early detection of breast cancer helps to ensure the best outcomes for treatment and survivorship. Therefore, for women who are age 40 and older, annual mammogram screenings are recommended. The Seton Breast Care Center offers a wide variety of imaging services with relaxing, spa-like lounges and waiting rooms as well as private dressing rooms (including some that are plus size) complete with comfy robes.
Health Literacy
Health literacy is a shared responsibility, meaning both the patient and the healthcare provider must communicate in ways that the other can understand. Learn more about health literacy and what you can do to improve it. You can also find resources on health literacy for your classroom (K-12) here.
More about the Olympic Challenge
- To get your FREE month at the Y, simply e-mail me your name and DOB by THIS FRIDAY, October 2nd.
- The Challenge begins October 6th and ends November 4th.
- All the Olympic Challenge info. will be housed on the bulletin board near the copy room. There you will find your name and where to mark your hours of exercise.
- There are PRIZES to be earned, not to mention to prize of being more fit and healthy just in time for those pesky holiday months.
Y'ALL. This is so easy. Just get me your info (name and DOB), you get a free month at the Y, you get to try their awesome classes and earn points to earn great prizes. Last month, I reminded you to take care of numero uno...well here is the perfect opportunity! Let's do this together!