Weekly Wellness Newsletter 3/5/24

March 5, 2024

Your guide to wellness programs and events, recreational opportunities and highlights, timely educational wellness information and service offerings throughout the academic year.

Relax and Recharge this Spring Break

After all the hard work you put in during the semester, it’s important to take time to relax and recharge during your break. Need some encouragement to actually make time for you next week? Try to check-off as many of the items below for a much-needed reset:

Sleep
Sleep is pretty powerful. It helps boost your immune system and metabolism, and also increases your ability to memorize and learn new things. Be sure to get in those zzz’s.
Move your body
Exercise helps your body manage stress and tension, while releasing endorphins to help elevate your mood. No need to start a new workout program, just do what is manageable for you.
Do something you enjoy
Try to reconnect with hobbies you haven’t had the time for this semester, like reading a book that isn’t on your syllabus, catching up on a tv series, or trying out a new recipe.
Fuel your body
Prioritize eating whole foods like fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and try to plan your meals ahead of time to avoid relying on fast food or processed snacks.
Take a Party PAWS
If you find yourself in a tricky situation on campus, it’s always best to make the call. RIT has a Good Samaritan Protocol Policy that protects you from disciplinary sanctions when requesting medical attention for yourself or another person. Call 585-475-333 or text 585-205-8333.

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Why do bananas wear sunscreen?
Because they peel!

Did you know that skin cancer is the most preventable type of cancer in the United States? It’s also one of the most preventable forms of cancer, too. One of the easiest ways to do this is by wearing sunscreen. It’s important to note that damage can be done to your skin on cloudy days and even in the winter. This is because the harmful UV rays that come from the sun are what can damage our skin, not sunlight itself. The Skin Cancer Foundation states that daily use of an SPF 15 or higher can reduce your risk of skin cancers by 40-50%.

So whether you’re traveling somewhere sunny and 75+ or staying in Rochester this spring break, be sure to keep your sunscreen handy!

Wellness Events Calendar

We’ve put together a Wellness Events Calendar to compile all the RIT Wellness events and programs in one easy place to find and refer back to all semester long. This includes CaPS workshops and community spaces, Mental Health First Aid training opportunities, Bow Wow Wellness, and more.

Be sure to save this page, as we’re always adding new events and programs throughout the semester!

Wellness Events Calendar

Zzz’s Get Degrees Workshop
Thursday, March 7
6:30-7:30 p.m., Virtual/Zoom

Are you tired of being tired? Join the Health Promotion Peer Educators in a weekly workshop guided by the Zzz's Get Degrees journal and activity booklet to achieve better sleep! This is a supportive space for students to discuss sleep habits, struggles, and successes, as well as an opportunity to learn more about sleep management practices.

Women in Weightlifting
Saturdays, 4-6 p.m.
Meet in Classroom 1325 in the Student Life Center (SLC)

Want to start strength training in supportive group setting? With the help of a WFC Personal Trainer, participants will learn how to use barbells, kettlebells and dumbbells to increase strength, mobility and confidence in the gym. The first hour will include instruction on various strength exercises and the opportunity to get hands-on help with your lifts. The second hour will be an opportunity to lift in the company of other women. All fitness levels are welcome. This program is for women and female-identifying friends only!

Spring Intramural Tournaments

Join us for single-day tournaments showcasing a variety of activities! This spring, we are offering Pickleball, Table Tennis, and Cornhole. Tournaments are a great way to relax and try something new!

Table Tennis (Doubles) | March 23 1-6 p.m.
Cornhole (Doubles) | April 20 1-6 p.m.

Registration will open three weeks before the tournament begins!

March Fitness Clinic
Sunday, March 31
2-4 p.m., Wiedman Fitness Center

Do you want to learn more about how to squat, bench press and deadlift? Join the WFC Personal Trainers to learn the basic techniques for each lift. You’ll have the opportunity for 1:1 assistance, as well as time to ask questions and learn more about how to incorporate these lifts into your training plan. Registration required. We hope to see you there!

Personal Trainer Certification Prep Course
May 13 - June 21

The Center for Recreational Sports is offering a program to help you study for, and pass, the personal trainer certification exam. This 6-week online, asynchronous course will help prepare participants to take the American Council on Exercise (ACE) personal trainer exam. Course participants will receive a discount on the exam registration upon course completion.

If you are serious about becoming certified and potentially working in the Wiedman Fitness Center as a personal trainer, sign up today! Contact mrwciar@rit.edu with any questions.

Ongoing Education Opportunities

Mental Health First Aid at RIT

RIT Wellness is excited to offer all students, faculty, and staff members of the RIT community the opportunity to participate in Mental Health First Aid training sessions this spring.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is a skills-based training course, in which you will:

Learn how to describe and talk about mental health, openly and non-judgmentally
Learn how to approach, reassure, and support a fellow RIT community member when they may be struggling with their mental health
Explore what self-care looks like for you with practical applications of self-care

To participate in a Mental Health First Aid training session, you can either request a session for your group or register for a scheduled session. If you have any questions, please contact Beau Gibbs at bmghcw@rit.edu.

Learn more about Mental Health First Aid at RIT

For additional events and event information, go to rit.edu/events.

Relax and Recharge this Spring Break

Why do bananas wear sunscreen?Because they peel!

Wellness Events Calendar

Ongoing Education Opportunities

Why do bananas wear sunscreen?
Because they peel!