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Stay healthy and connected with free, virtual mindfulness and fitness classes. Check out our weekly class listing to select from strength training, yoga, dance, meditation and more!

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Find peace and relaxation as we close out the year with UW Yoga Month 2023. Enjoy free yoga classes all throughout December!

Tips for living sustainably this winter

As a time of year when we are spending more time indoors, winter presents a wonderful opportunity to think about how we can get more from life by living with less. As a time of new beginnings, winter is also a great time to act on your goals of living more sustainably with respect to [...]

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The Benefits of Practicing Yoga

Foundation and Purpose I have a very clear image in my mind of my first experience practicing yoga with Mrs. Percival at Oaklea Middle School. Clearing the classroom of our desks and chairs, she gave us space to step away from our studies and try something new. I remember rather clumsily intertwining my arms and [...]

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December Events: UW Yoga Month and more!

The Whole U is excited to end the year with UW 2023 Yoga Month! As the year draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to immerse yourself in the restorative power of yoga, with a special focus on stress reduction and relaxation. Because who couldn’t use a little extra serenity this season? Be Sure [...]

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Dare to Restore 2024 – Finding Well-Being in the New Year

As the calendar turns over to a new year, it’s time to embrace a commitment to restoration, community and inspiration in well-being. Join The Whole U in Dare to Restore 2024—an immersive eight-week well-being experience from January 8 through March 1. Experience the Power of Small Actions Say goodbye to the pressure of grand resolutions [...]

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Onsite and Virtual Classes – UW Yoga Month 2023

The Whole U is thrilled to offer yoga classes onsite at UW campuses and virtually on Zoom. UW Yoga Month is not just an opportunity to stretch and strengthen, but a chance to slow down as we head into a busy time of year. Register for UW Yoga Month 2023 and explore our many class [...]

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Support NAMI Seattle: the 2023 UWCFD featured nonprofit

Every year, the UWCFD spotlights a nonprofit organization doing amazing work to make our communities – locally, nationally and globally – healthier and more resilient. This year’s campaign is coming to an end in December. There is still plenty of time to get involved and support the 2023 featured nonprofit, the National Alliance on Mental [...]

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How To Spot a Text Scam

This article was written and provided by our partners at BECU. If you’re getting suspicious texts, you’re not alone. Scammers often impersonate people and organizations you trust. In this article, we identify common scams, ways to prevent fraud and how to spot fake texts. Is that text a fake or the real thing? Don’t click [...]

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Your Roadmap to Quitting: Resources for the Great American Smokeout

The Whole U is partnering with the UW School of Public Health’s Health Promotion Research Center (HPRC) to spread awareness of current tobacco and nicotine cessation benefits and resources, just in time for the Great American Smoke Out! The Great American Smokeout (or GASO) is held the third Thursday of November, and is a nationwide [...]

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The Whole U Guide to Holiday Nutrition

Tis’ the season of merriment, celebration, and indulgence! This time of year brings gatherings brimming with delectable delights and many opportunities to share the love of cooking with friends and family. The following guide from The Whole U includes tried and true recipes from UW registered dietitians, tips and tricks for navigating nutrition around holiday [...]

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