Tony’s ‘aha!’ moment
Health coach helps INDOT engineer reach wellness goals Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) senior hydraulics engineer Tony Cox is making great strides on his personal wellness journey, so much so that he recently had what he calls an “ah-ha” moment. It’s all coming together for Tony as he works to meet his personal health goals … Read More »
Posted by Brent Brown on August 7, 2020
Five things to know about stress
Everyone feels stressed from time to time, but what is stress? How does it affect your health, and what can you do about it? Stress is how the brain and body respond to any demand. Every type of demand or stressor, such as exercise, work, school, major life changes, or traumatic events, can be stressful. … Read More »
Posted by Brent Brown on July 27, 2020
Finding the right balance
You keep hearing about work-life balance — but for most of us, our to-do lists keep getting longer and longer. How can you be a great employee, friend, family member, and parent, and still have time for you? Ask your EASY Program for help! You’ll learn how to get support from others and how to … Read More »
Posted by Brent Brown on July 23, 2020
Third week of Health and Wellness Month focuses on physical activity
Engaging in a physical activity routine is usually easier said than done. To help get started and stay consistent with exercise, it’s good to first understand what barriers you may have so you can develop strategies to overcome them. Here are a few common barriers and possible strategies to overcome them: Lack of Energy – … Read More »
Posted by Brent Brown on July 14, 2020
Rainy fun at Ouabache sets the stage for 2020 Run the State return
A drizzly morning didn’t seem to bother a small bison herd as they relaxed on the wet ground of an enclosure that appeared to dampen increasingly by the minute Saturday, June 27. The same could be said of the state of Indiana employees and their families and friends who ran or walked the scenic course … Read More »
Posted by Brent Brown on June 29, 2020