Have you ever felt great after working out? Not just proud of yourself, but physically great? Chances are you have. That's because moving your muscles releases chemicals in your brain. But there’s more benefit to your brain cells when you work out than just those sweet, sweet endorphins many people crave. When people feel happy, their productivity increases, their relationships improve, and they get better at coping with the challenges and unpredictability of life. For week five of the Summer Throwdown challenge, we're going to look at how working out can boost our brain health.

As a dietitian working in the cancer unit, my patients are often very interested in nutrition. The topic of organic food stirs up a lot of questions: Should they shop organic after being diagnosed with cancer? Should they transition to an all-organic diet to stay healthy and reduce the risk of relapse moving forward? Why opt for organic in the first place? The popularity of organic foods is rising, and now almost all supermarkets have a wide variety of organic selections. Organic food categories vary: 100% organic, made with organic ingredients, etc. It can be confusing even for a dietitian. Let’s explore what the labels mean.

Summer has begun, and so has The Whole U’s Summer Throwdown Team Fitness Challenge. As you and your team get moving, here are several books to help you keep motivated and move towards your fitness goals this summer. Check them out below, in our stores, and at ubookstore.com today! Get Inspired, Stay Inspired Motivation is often [...]

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Welcome to the first week of The Whole U’s Summer Throwdown fitness challenge! During the next six weeks, you’ll learn fitness tips, experience intense workouts, receive free gym passes, and perform fitness tests to check your progress. It’s not too late to register, so sign up and commit to a summer of health and fitness [...]

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Stand up straight, keep your head up, and take pride in yourself. That's what a man named Luther used to tell my dad, a slouching 19-year-old, when they served in the military together. It was 1973, at Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines, and Luther didn't put with poor posture.

You know a young woman in your department who seemed to have it all — married, good job, one child and a second one on the way. Then you hear that her husband has moved out and they’re headed for a divorce. Or maybe you heard about a colleague who has lost his son unexpectedly, [...]

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Whether you’re a seasoned pro or brand new to competitive sports, there is a place for you in the intramural program! Team, dual, and individual sports are designed to accommodate all individuals regardless of their skill level and experience. Competition is offered in sports for women, men, and co-rec (gender combined teams). There are leagues, [...]

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As the days heat up in Seattle and the sun stays out longer, there is no better way to celebrate than to take advantage of some of our discounted events! Run/Walk with Pride 2016 Whether you’re a runner, a walker, or both, you’ll want to join the Seattle Frontrunners at their upcoming 4K/10K. Run/Walk with [...]

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Sports. People participate in them–or avoid them–for a lot of different reasons. For the past two years I have been avoiding them. But recently, I joined a rowing team. A Team In Training. The Team In Training (TNT) program, through the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), helps fund blood cancer research by getting a bunch [...]

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The short answer to this age-old question is yes — potentially. But the complete answer is a bit more complicated than a simple yes or no. Let’s look at the numbers. GeekWire recently shared a study that tells us exactly how much people in Seattle need to live comfortably: $72,092. This includes all of your [...]

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We tend to think of the workplace as transactional: we show up, we get paid, we leave. But that model misses something. "We’re still human beings when we go to work," said Ryan Fehr, an assistant professor in the Foster School of Business. "We still have emotions. We still care about our connections. Being appreciated still feels good in the workplace, just like it does everywhere else."

This April we’ve got a baker’s dozen of events for faculty and staff! The biggest event is the 3rd annual UW Scavenger Hunt. Explore the Bothell, Seattle, or Tacoma campus on your own, with your colleagues, or with friends and family. Start the Hunt anywhere on campus and your smartphone will guide you to the [...]

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