Who’s featured in the Pose of the Day emails? Talented UW faculty and staff! They have a variety of yoga expertise with one thing in common: a love for yoga. I met up with these yogis to learn about them, their practice, and hear what excites them about Yoga Month at UW.   Yogini:  Michelle [...]

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Most of us know someone who has been touched by cancer. My husband, Greg, and I lost his sister, Teri, to breast cancer in 2002. She was only 47, and left behind two young sons. Teri might not have been my blood sister, but she was my heart sister for over 20 years. One day [...]

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When I see older patients for the first time, I can quickly tell who exercises regularly. They move more quickly, have better posture, and slimmer waistlines. Recently I met a woman in her mid-90s. She survived cancer more than 15 years ago, takes no medications, and lives independently. Not surprisingly, she takes a walk every [...]

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It’s here! Yoga Month is finally here and The Whole U is excited to celebrate with you! There are yoga contests, classes, discounts, and events…it’s your choice! Participate in all or a few of these super cool options: 1. Enter our Yoga Break Contest. Do you and your colleagues need a Yoga Break? Let us [...]

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High-intensity interval training (also known as HIIT) is one of the newest trends in the fitness industry. It’s catching on because it’s is a form of exercise that most people can incorporate into their cardio and strength routines, and most credible exercise and science organizations recommend it. The benefits are fantastic too! What is Interval [...]

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The 29th annual Dawg Dash is coming up!  This race that raises funds for academic scholarships has become a coast-to-coast celebration of Husky community and spirit. Thousands of students, alumni, faculty, community members, and friends have participated in The Dawg Dash, making it a huge success. It creates an incredible sense of accomplishment, community, and [...]

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The UW Medicine Cycling Club began in 2011 when we organized a small group of cyclists, made up of friends and riding partners primarily working at the University of Washington Medical Center, to go on bike rides. This group has grown to over 80 cyclists of all levels representing many of the UW Medicine practice [...]

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No plans for the weekend? Why not take a hike? And no, I don’t mean that sarcastically. There are tons of beautiful hikes in Washington! I’ve compiled a list of hikes, in order of difficulty, located on the west side of the state. Not an avid hiker? That’s okay! Start out with the hikes at [...]

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I participate in a Heart Walk every year. The event is a time to walk in honor of people in my life with heart disease, meet survivors and hear their stories, and raise funds toward research and education. Last year I completed the Heart and Stroke Walk in honor of my dear friend Gae. She [...]

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National Yoga Month is an awareness campaign held each year during the month of September to share the health benefits of yoga and to inspire a healthy lifestyle. Whether you’re curious about yoga or are a seasoned yogi, celebrate with us! Contests, events, random prizes…this will be a September like no other at the UW.   1. CONTEST: [...]

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Listen to how three UW staff members are fitting in the Step On Up challenge! Scott Olsen, refrigeration mechanic, UW Medical Center: “I’m a refrigeration mechanic at UWMC and am shocked at how many steps UP the stairs I can take in a day versus taking the elevators. Assessing the 1,100+ pieces of equipment only [...]

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Since I have MS, my balance is impaired. I’d like to find a yoga class tailored to my needs. Did you know that approximately 14% of the Washington state population is affected by some form of disability and that more than 8% have physical limitations?* Perhaps you experience mobility restrictions caused by paralysis or a [...]

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