Tag: Exercise Is Medicine

Join the President’s Walking Challenge today

Join President Chávez today at 9 a.m. in front of Sacred Heart Chapel as we celebrate the university’s status as an Exercise Is Medicine® (EIM) campus and kick off a walking challenge. President Chávez will sign a proclamation recognizing Exercise Is Medicine® Month. He will then be joined by the presidents of student organizations, and they will lead the university community in a one-mile walk around campus.

EIM-On Campus (EIM-OC) is a community-impact initiative of the American College of Sports Medicine recognizing efforts to create a culture of wellness on campus. EIM-OC calls upon universities and colleges to promote physical activity as a vital sign of health and encourages faculty, staff and students to work together to improve the health and well-being of the campus community.

Throughout today, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., OLLU is taking part in a global walking competition through EIM. Help OLLU win the competition by tracking your steps by downloading and using the Pacer App (see instructions below). In addition to the President’s Walk in the morning, there will be an additional walk at 1 p.m., starting from the chapel steps. The path of both the morning and afternoon walks will be along Providence Road and Moye Road (in front of the UWAC). University Police will direct traffic during the walks, but the community is reminded to use extra caution when driving on campus during the walks.

Instructions for tracking your steps from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today:

Step 1: Download Pacer App
Scan QR Code (below) or copy link using your iPhone or Android/Samsung mobile phone, and download Pacer App
EIM WALKING DAY | The Pacer Virtual Challenges (mypacer.com)

Step 2: Select Enter Challenge Code and enter BSC8AG49 

Step 3: Select EIM Walking Day and Select JOIN

Step 4: Create Account for Free

When you have logged in successfully, you should see “EIM Walking Day” on the app. Questions? Email: abgarcia@ollusa.edu.

Dr. Chávez to host one-mile walk in recognition of EIM On Campus

President Abel Chávez will host a one-mile walk on Oct. 28 at 9 a.m. starting in front of Sacred Heart Chapel in recognition of OLLU’s status as an Exercise is Medicine campus.

OLLU is the only local university and is one of only 145 universities and colleges around the world to be honored by Exercise is Medicine® (EIM) for its efforts to create a culture of wellness on campus. Exercise is Medicine is a community-impact initiative of the American College of Sports Medicine.

The university community as well as area elected officials are invited to take part in the President’s Walk. It is an effort to promote physical activity as an essential component of a healthy lifestyle and to raise awareness about the benefits of exercise.

Fitness Field Day to be held on Oct. 10

Fitness Field Day to be held on Oct. 10

The Kinesiology Program will hold its first Fitness Field Day on Oct. 10 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. next to the soccer field.

Activities will include relay races, obstacle courses, and team challenges.

Students, faculty and staff are invited to join the fun. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast or just looking to have some fun, there’s something for everyone! There also will be vendors showcasing fitness gear, healthy snacks, and wellness information.

How to Participate:
– Bring your friends and enjoy a lively evening!
– Dress comfortably and come ready to move!

See schedule of September workout classes

The Kinesiology program continues to offer a variety of free workout classes for students, faculty and staff. Classes scheduled for September are:
Mondays – Total Body Tone – 5:15 p.m. – UWAC Aerobics Room
Tuesdays – Walking Club – 7 a.m. – Meet at Library Circle
Wednesdays – Rock Your Core – 5:30 p.m. – UWAC Aerobics Room
Thursdays – Fitness Flow – 6 p.m.—UWAC Aerobics Room
Fridays – Mindful Movement – Noon – Online

Classes are organized by Fitness Coordinator Alyssa Garcia, whose position was made possible through a Title V grant received by the Kinesiology program last year. For additional information, email Garcia at kinesiology@ollusa.edu.

The fitness classes are part of OLLU’s recent designation as an Exercise Is Medicine (EIM) campus through the American College of Sports Medicine. OLLU is the only EIM campus in San Antonio. The distinction recognizes OLLU’s dedication to improving the health and wellness of the university community through education and physical activity.

All students, faculty and staff are encouraged to take advantage of the workout classes.

The official kick off for the Exercise Is Medicine campus program took place last week. Under the EIM umbrella there will be classes, research and other activities to help get the members of the OLLU community working toward fitness goals and improving health and well-being.