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Starting today, practice mindfulness for 1% of your day (less than 15 minutes) for at least 25 days to develop new healthy habits, get better sleep, and earn a $50 Hoos Well reward. Through the Hoos Well reward-eligible 1% Challenge, offered by our partner eMLife, you can learn scientifically proven mindfulness skills to help settle your mind, sharpen your focus, and enhance your quality of life.

The 2026 Hoos Well 1% Challenge begins May 4! Commit to practicing mindfulness in eMLife for just 1% of your day (less than 15 minutes!) for at least 25 out of 40 days and earn a $50 Hoos Well reward - you got this! 🌞

Starting May 7, you can join a weekly in-person WW Workshop in Charlottesville and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you! Subscribers with a Core+ or Med+ membership can participate in workshops with WeightWatchers. And as a special bonus, eligible employees registered in the Hoos Well portal can enjoy a free Core or Core+ membership - the perfect motivation to reach your goals! 💪

Registration is still open for the third annual Wellbeing Walk | May 6, 12:00 p.m. at the UVA Contemplative Commons. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, this one-mile guided walk is a meaningful opportunity to connect, reflect, and build community. Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/third-annual-well-being-walk-for-mental-health-awareness-month-tickets-1985941053150

On behalf of the University of Virginia, Hoos Well, FEAP, and the HR benefits team are proud to receive Business Group on Health’s 2026 Best Employers Award: Excellence in Health & Well-being and an additional citation for Excellence in Mental Health.

Unlock a healthier, happier you this March! 🌟 Celebrate National Nutrition Month with Hoos Well's empowering programs, designed to fuel your journey as you meet your well-being goals💚

Struggling with musculoskeletal (MSK) pain? The Restore Initiative is here to help you move and feel better. 💪

Restore partners with the Fried Center for Advanced Potential (FCAP) to provide personalized exercise programs designed to improve MSK health, reduce pain, and improve movement. Participants complete an initial assessment and receive a customized therapeutic exercise plan.

Eligible Hoos Well participants receive 50% off services.

To learn more, book an appointment, and see reduced-cost details, visit the Restore benefit tile in the Hoos Well portal or the link below:

https://hr.virginia.edu/news/restore-musculoskeletal-health-program-launches

It takes a village to continue to improve the culture of well-being at UVA. That's why we established the Hoos Well Champion Network. As a champion, you'll be among the first to learn about Hoos Well initiatives and events. Are you interested in joining? As a Hoos Well Champion, you will: - Embody well-being in your daily work and lead by example - Serve as a liaison between Hoos Well and your department - Disseminate information and resources to your peers - Encourage colleagues to utilize their free Hoos Well benefits.

Email [email protected] to join!

Join our next Champion Chat, featuring UVA's Nutrition Counseling Center! Learn about the center with our guest Robin Charkowski, RDN. She'll discuss NCC's partnership with Hoos Well, programs you can take advantage of, and what to expect when you schedule a free session with one of their registered dietitians. Register now! https://shorturl.at/Qqb2k

We had a great time taking over Slaughter Recreation last week! 🌟 Now, let's keep the momentum going by exploring the incredible opportunities available through our partnership with UVA Recreation, powered by Hoos Well. 🏋️‍♀️