Healthy Boiler workshops are free to all benefits-eligible faculty and staff and dependents covered on a Purdue medical plan. Registration for all workshops can be done via the Healthy Boiler portal unless otherwise specified. All registrations are due by the day before the event’s start date unless otherwise specified.
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At Home Yoga |
Note: The playlists below are added to each week; if you subscribe to the channel or playlist, you will get updates when new content has been uploaded.
- Yoga Flow - Each video in the series is approximately 20 minutes long and designed to be done as a break in your day or as part of your morning routine.
- Journey Into Power: Building Sequence – These sessions are building blocks for Journey into Power (JIP), which is made up of 11 sequences. Each week we add to the sequences building up to a 60-minute yoga practice.
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Tobacco Cessation Products February 1, 2023; noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Are you ready to quit smoking? Quitting greatly reduces the risk of developing smoking-related diseases. Smokers can and do quit smoking for good. Learn about strategies to help you quit and stay quit, and resources to help you avoid or waive the tobacco user premium as part of your Purdue Health Plan.
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Deep Breathing for Relaxation February 23, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
This interactive presentation will discuss the health benefits of deep breathing and participants will learn deep breathing techniques for stress reduction and relaxation.
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PIVIO March 6 – May 27, 3 – 4 p.m. ET |
The program is designed to help participants make changes to their lifestyles through education, practical experience, and reinforcement with a focus on behavior change. Additionally, PIVIO helps support and facilitate the prevention, treatment and reversal of chronic disease as well as identify current lifestyle patterns that may lead to current/future health ailments. PIVIO supports all five of the Healthy Boiler Program pillars – physical health, behavioral health, social wellness, financial wellness and work-life integration pillars of the Healthy Boiler Program.
Focusing on whole-person health, PIVIO is based on the combination of four fundamental components: lifestyle, exercise, attitude, and nutrition. Led by Whitney Soto, registered nurse health coach at the CHL, and Megan Shidler, registered dietitian at the CHL, the program puts emphasis on how individuals live, move, think and eat in regards to creating and maintaining a healthier way of life. This class is facilitated virtually in a group environment with dynamic group discussions and peer support. PIVIO integrates optimal nutrition, exercise and behavioral psychology principles and tools. Plant-based eating is at the core of the program’s nutrition education.
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121 Stretch March 6 – March 27, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
121Stretch is a 4-week group coaching program designed to teach the fundamentals of flexibility training. You will gain the knowledge and tools to create an individualized flexibility training program that will be realistic, manageable, and will contribute to your overall health and fitness goals. This program will be both educational and active.
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Nutrition Basics March 9 – March 23, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
The world of nutrition is complex and continually evolving. This three-part webinar series is designed to help you build a foundation of nutrition knowledge and boost your confidence in applying that knowledge to your everyday life. The 3 sessions will take a deep dive into answering the following questions: Where do calories come from? What can a nutrition label tell me? Is there a diet right for me?
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Plant Power March 21, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Learn about the health benefits of plant forward nutrition
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Asthma care for Adults |
The Asthma Care for Adults Program has been developed by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). It has been designed to help adults and their caregivers learn how to manage asthma. It covers asthma basics, recognizing symptoms and triggers, asthma action plans, and an overview of different types of asthma medications.
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Food Safety 101 March 31, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Have you ever wondered if you are preparing, handling, and storing your food properly for the safety of you family? Can I thaw chicken on the kitchen counter? What does "use by" date mean? Join our dietitian, Jessica, to learn about the best ways to keep your family safe while you prepare food in the kitchen.
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Heart Knowledge |
Having high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) significantly increases your risk for serious health conditions, including heart attack and stroke. Often called the silent killer, more than 100 million people in the United States have high blood pressure, but don’t realize it because they aren’t experiencing symptoms. This 6- week class designed to help you understand high blood pressure and how lifestyle choices can help you better manage this condition. It includes weekly zoom classes and health coaching to support you along the way.
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HealthKick |
HealthKick is a 6-week virtual education program which addresses physical activity, nutrition, creating healthy habits and decreasing stress. Brief education (about 5-minute video) is delivered to participants via text message or email (depending on preference) Monday thru Friday for six weeks. The program includes one-on-one health coaching sessions established at the beginning of the program. The goal of this program is to increase education surrounding nutrition and develop healthy habits over 6-weeks to last a lifetime.
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Taking Control of My Diabetes |
Do you have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes? Do you want to better understand type 2 diabetes and how it affects your body? This 14-week program will explain what type 2 diabetes is and the role nutrition, exercise, sleep, medication and stress management can have on your blood glucose levels. Participants in this program will be eligible to receive a free glucose meter and supplies.
*Individuals living with type 1 diabetes are able to meet monthly with a CHL health coach but are not required to participate in the eight-week “Taking Control of My Diabetes” program to take advantage of the test strips and blood sugar meter opportunity. Contact the CHL for more information at 765-494-0111.
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PIVIO |
The program is designed to help participants make changes to their lifestyles through education, practical experience, and reinforcement with a focus on behavior change. Additionally, PIVIO helps support and facilitate the prevention, treatment and reversal of chronic disease as well as identify current lifestyle patterns that may lead to current/future health ailments. PIVIO supports all five of the Healthy Boiler Program pillars – physical health, behavioral health, social wellness, financial wellness and work-life integration pillars of the Healthy Boiler Program.
Focusing on whole-person health, PIVIO is based on the combination of four fundamental components: lifestyle, exercise, attitude, and nutrition. Led by Whitney Soto, registered nurse health coach at the CHL, and Megan Shidler, registered dietitian at the CHL, the program puts emphasis on how individuals live, move, think and eat in regards to creating and maintaining a healthier way of life. This class is facilitated virtually in a group environment with dynamic group discussions and peer support. PIVIO integrates optimal nutrition, exercise and behavioral psychology principles and tools. Plant-based eating is at the core of the program’s nutrition education.
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Skin Cancer Awareness May 17, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
The sun can positively influence our lives in many ways. It helps release serotonin (our “feel good hormone”), helps with the production of Vitamin D and even helps improve sleep quality. In recognition of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, we also want to talk about some important factors to take into consideration when spending time in the outdoors.
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Being Active Outdoors May 23, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Feeling cooped up inside? Ready to get outside and burn off some energy? This class will help you get a walking/running program started – including how to set up a plan, selecting the right shoes, fueling your body right, and outdoor exercise considerations. Lace up and get ready to start your program this spring!
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National Smoothie Day June 21, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. ET |
Smoothies are a great way to incorporate greens, healthy fat, protein, and fruit into your diet. Learn how to choose the right ingredients to make healthy, delicious smoothies at home.
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Women’s Health: Hormones Across the Lifespan June 28, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Join me today to develop a better understanding of the role hormones play on women’s health. We will discuss ages that changes typically occur, physical and emotional symptoms, warning signs, treatment options and more.
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Getting Family Involved in the Kitchen July 14, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Learn how to get your family and kids involved in the kitchen and with cooking. Give your family the tools, opportunites, and skills they need to help out! Join our dietitian, Jessica, for her favorite tips to get everyone involved in the process to decrease your stress level!
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Pantry Reset July 25, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Our pantries can easily become disorganized, over-crowded, and full of outdated and unhealthy food. Learn about how to stock healthy pantry staples and organizational tips to help set you up for success!
