- 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.
- All Healthy Boiler workshops are virtual and often include a Zoom link.
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Asthma Care for Adults March 19 – April 18, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
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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Heart Knowledge March 29 - May 3, noon – 1 p.m. ET (six-week class) |
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 six-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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121 Stretch April 11 - May 2, 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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Intuitive Eating Basics April 19, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Intuitive Eating framework bridges the gap between the anti-diet movement and the health community by providing a new way of eating and moving our body that is satisfying and struggle-free. Shifting the focus from centering health on weight and rigid adherence to diet and exercise plans towards listening for and learning to trust our physical, emotional, and mental signals to guide healthy choices. Intuitive eating is a self-explorative journey to discover flexible eating and movement habits that help you feel your best and promote long-term, sustainable health. Learn actionable steps to integrate intuitive eating into everyday life, along with information on the upcoming, 8-week intuitive eating workshop.
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Heart Knowledge April 24 - May 29, 3 – 4 p.m. ET |
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 is 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.
Focusing on whole-person health, PIVIO is based on the combination of four fundamental components: lifestyle, exercise, attitude and nutrition. Plant-based eating is at the core of the program’s nutrition education.
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Sip Smart: Navigating Alcohol Awareness April 25, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
This presentation aims to increase awareness about the impact of alcohol consumption on both our physical and mental health. Topics will include additional information on how we metabolize alcohol, binge drinking, drinking in moderation and 'mocktail recipe' ideas.
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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 through 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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Empower Your Mind May 8, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Join us for “Empower Your Mind,” which is a webinar dedicated to exploring the nuances of depression and anxiety. Delve into a comprehensive understanding of their symptoms and discover effective strategies for symptom management, including relaxation skills, positive reframing, and various techniques. Elevate your mental well-being as we delve into practical insights for a more empowered and resilient mind.
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Taking Control of My Diabetes May 9 - August 8, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
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 plays in your blood glucose levels. Participants in this program will be eligible to receive a free glucose meter and supplies.
Note: Individuals living with type 1 diabetes are able to meet monthly with a health coach but are not required to participate in the 14-week “Taking Control of My Diabetes” program to take advantage of the test strips and blood glucose meter opportunity. Contact the CHL at 765-494-0111 for more information.
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PIVIO May 14 - July 30, noon – 1 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 regard 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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Intuitive Eating June 3 - July 22, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Intuitive Eating framework bridges the gap between the anti-diet movement and the health community by providing a new way of eating and moving our body that is satisfying and struggle-free. Shifting the focus from centering health on weight and rigid adherence to diet and exercise plans towards listening for and learning to trust our physical, emotional, and mental signals to guide healthy choices. Intuitive eating is a self-explorative journey to discover flexible eating and movement habits that help you feel your best and promote long-term, sustainable health.
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Seasonal Allergies: A Guide to Combating Symptoms |
Seasonal allergies are a common problem for many people. This presentation will provide an overview of seasonal allergies, including the causes, symptoms, and treatments. We will also discuss some tips for preventing and managing seasonal allergies.
