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Programs - Fall 2009

• S.H.A.P.E. Program – Supporting Healthy Activity & Promoting Exercise –This program will help you monitor and log your activity.  S.H.A.P.E. allows you to receive rewards for all levels of activity including cardiovascular exercise, sporting activities, wellness programs, and even household activities.  Contact the Wellness Center for more information.
• Annual Health Fair - Explore your health and well being at the annual health fair.  Various information and screenings will be available.  Some of the screenings that you can take part in include: body composition, weight, blood pressure, resting heart rate and more!  The Health Fair will take place in the Pomerantz Stage area and Walkway of the Olmsted Center.  Date: September 30th from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, The first 100 in attendance will receive a freebie!  Raffle drawings will also be available for all that attend.
• Wellness Lunch Series - Come for a FREE lunch and the opportunity to hear local experts present on various wellness related topics.  You must RSVP for this event for the free lunch by the date specified, x2027. 
  Beverage Busters: October 28 (RSVP by Oct. 21), Olmsted CR 310-311, 12:15 - 1:00 pm
  Stress Busters: November 17 (RSVP by Nov. 10), Olmsted CR 310-311, 12:15 -1:00 pm
  Health Bingo: December 9 (RSVP by Dec. 2), Olmsted CR 312-313, 12:15 -1:00 pm
• Back to School Challenge - Complete 30 challenges in 30 days.  This incentive program will be a fun way to incorporate healthy activity into each day.  To sign up contact Johanna Determann by September 8.
• 5K Training - Are you interested in starting a jogging (or walking) program?  Have you ran 5K's before but want to work on improving your time?  If so, this program is just for you!  This training program will include information for the novice runner to the advanced and experienced runner.  It will provide you the tools you need to complete a 5K race, Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure on Saturday, October 24.  Participants will be responsible for paying their entry fee for the race.  First meeting will be Friday, September 18 @ noon in the wellness center.  Fee for training program: FREE.  For more information or to sign up contact Jana Peterson.
• Murder Mystery - Want to be active and also use your mind to solve a murder mystery?  You will be able to with this program.  Sign up and each time you visit the Bell Center Monday - Friday during the month of October you will receive a clue to try to solve the mystery.  Keep your clues to yourselves, if you solve the mystery you will win a great prize.  For more information and to register email Jana Peterson.
• Swimming for Fitness -Do you want to start swimming but are unsure of how to get started? Do you enjoy swimming but are looking for variety in your workout? If so, sign up for Swimming for Fitness. This class is FUN and FREE! A group exercise instructor with a swimming background will lead you through intense workouts in the water every Tuesday morning from 6:45-7:30. Class size is limited to ten participants, so registration is required. Please email Johanna Determann to sign up for this class. Class begins September 8^th and goes through December 1^st.
• Move More - Attend 20 group exercise classes at Drake and earn a t-shirt. One lucky winner will receive an iPod Touch at the end of the semester. Group Exercise classes are FREE and there is no pre-registration necessary. Check out the schedule on this website or on www.godrakebulldogs.com.  We offer 26 classes each week!
• Healthy Bingo - Looking for a way to have fun, win prizes and stay healthy during the holidays?  If so, health bingo is the program for you!  Complete a list of healthy challenges during November and December, and you will have the chance to win fantastic prizes during a fun game of health bingo.  Please contact Johanna Determann for more details or to sign up! (This program will end as part of the wellness lunch series.)
• 10,000 Steps Punch Card - Already taking 10,000 steps each day?  Not ready to make the 6-week commitment?  This program is for you!  For each day that you take at least 10,000 steps, you will check off one star on your 14-star punch card.  When the card is complete, send it or drop it off at the Wellness Center for a chance to win a prize.  This program option is individual and will be done on your own time.  For more information, contact Johanna Determann.
• Weight Training Clinics - Interested in weight training, but don't know where to start? Then this one-on-one clinic is just for you! Clinics provide participants with basic weight training guidelines. The beginning clinic will focus on the weight machines while the advanced clinic introduces the participant to free weight exercises. Just give the Wellness Center a call to schedule your own personal Weight Training Clinic!

EXTRAS

• Health Screening - Receive a reduced rate on your monthly Drake insurance premiums by participating in the screening. The screening includes a health risk appraisal, blood lipid profile, blood pressure reading, body fat measurement, and a wellness consultation. For more information contact Jana Peterson.
• Massage Therapy - Drake Wellness is offering massage therapy as a program that faculty, staff and students can participate in.  Massage therapy positively influences the overall health and well-being of clients. Massages take place in 113 Bell Center (Wellness Center).   1/2 hour and 1 hour appointments are available.  $25/half hour and $45/hour.  Hurry in, during the introduction first month hour massages will cost $40.  To sign up for a massage contact massage therapist Kevin Peterson at kevin.peterson@drake.edu.
• Wellness Library - Drake Wellness now has a variety of wellness-related books, relaxation audiotapes and videos available for you to check out. Stop by the Wellness Center to borrow a book on stress management, healthy relationships, weight loss, running, healthy eating cookbooks, moving through menopause, and general fitness. The Wellness Center will also deliver!

GROUP EXERCISE PROGRAMS- ALL FREE!!!

• Fitness Yoga - The practice of yoga can develop flexibility, strength, stamina, concentration, and balance, while promoting deep relaxation.
• Pilates - Pilates is a method of physical and mental conditioning. Total body exercises are performed to increase flexibility, strength, balance, posture and stamina. Building strength in the "power house" (abdomen, low back and buttocks) is the focus. Pilates concentrates on fewer repetitions and precise movements, requiring proper form.
• Group Exercise Classes - Experience all the benefits of a great cardiovascular workout with fun music in a group setting. These FREE classes are taught so all fitness levels will feel welcome. Contact the Wellness Center for a schedule of classes including circuit, step, kickboxing, toning and water aerobics.  

SEASONAL EVENTS

• Health Fair - The all-university health fair will take place each fall semester. 
• Take Care Packages - Show your appreciation to your colleagues this holiday season by sending a healthy "Take Care" package provided by the Recreational Services Staff. Packages will include fruit, trail mix, and other healthy treats. They may be purchased from the Drake Wellness Center for $5.00 each.