Des Moines University walkers enjoyed perfect autumn weather for this year’s “Walk at the Whistle,” a 1K coordinated state-wide by the Healthiest State Initiative. The goal of the walk is to inspire Iowans to improve their health and happiness and make Iowa […]
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What’s not to like about walking? It’s free. It’s easy to do. And there’s no question that it’s good for you. Walking is an aerobic exercise. A University of Tennessee study found that women who walked had less body fat
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Des Moines University is making a commitment to deliver healthier food choices and promote even more wellness activities for students, faculty and staff. DMU is joining the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) Healthier Campus Initiative, a group of 38 colleges and universities committed to
As a medical student, it is important to not only prioritize your education but also your wellbeing. At the Wellness Center, there are many opportunities and activities available to students throughout the day. Fitness classes, weights, a 200-meter indoor track,
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Notice something new cropping up on the southwest strip of lawn behind the Academic Center? Two raised cedar beds just across the Wesley Acres property line will serve as a pilot “Giving Garden” this growing season. The collaborative project will
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January is a time for fresh starts, when people everywhere resolve to better themselves in the coming year. Losing weight and getting fit are always go-to resolutions, but joining a gym and going on a diet typically involve drastic lifestyle
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Most people live a sedentary lifestyle, taking fewer than 5,000 steps a day. It only takes 10,000 steps a day to maintain good health. Take the first steps toward improving your health by taking the stairs! Health benefits of stair
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Based upon recent awards as well as broad utilization by DMU students and employees, the University’s wellness program is in excellent health. In April, DMU received a 2014 Healthy Iowa College or University Award, along with the University of Northern
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